New Volvo C30 R-design (2010) revealed

Volvo is launching an R-design version of the new C30

Volvo is going to launch the new C30 at Frankfurt this week, and to add to the mix there is a new version of the R-Design C30.

The new C30 R-Design gets the usual R-design makeover, but in the C30 Volvo are also promising much more with the inclusion of a new Sports Chassis in to the mix (an option on the new C30). The new chassis gets lowered by 10mm compared to the standard spec. The steering ratio is lowered to give a more direct response, and fitted with upgraded bushes. The springs have been stiffened by 30%, and the dampers also benefit from a stiffer setting with quicker responses.

The R-Design body kit on the C30 is painted in the same colour as the car for a seamless integration, and the visual illusion that the C30 is actually much lower tha the 10mm suspension drop. Five-spoke Cactus alloys are fitted, and the interior gets new upholstery.

Just a shame there are no power upgrades. Still, I suppose that’s a sign of the times. All show and no go.

Volvo c30 R-Design Specifications and Options

Exterior:

R-DESIGN badge in the grille
Grille and door mirror housings in special silk metal finish
Body kit with front and rear spoilers, lower door trim moulding and side-skirts colour-matched to the rest of the body
New 17-inch five-spoke Cratus aluminium wheels (18-inch optional)
Tailgate spoiler
Visible chrome-plated sports tailpipe (90 mm)

Interior:

Upholstery in two colour combinations: cream-coloured leather with sides in off-black T-Tec, or off-black leather with edges in off-black T-Tec
Embossed R-DESIGN emblem in the front seats
R-DESIGN centre stack and panel inserts
Gear lever knob trimmed in leather and aluminium
Sports pedals in aluminium, with rubber ribs
Sports steering wheel trimmed in leather, with R-DESIGN emblem
Blue speedometer and rev counter gauges
Sports floor mats with contrasting piping