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Volvo C30 vs. BMW 1-Series Price Comparison

Volvo C30 vs BMW 1-Series Price Comparison:
Volvo C30 vs BMW 1-Series Price Comparison:

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For the Volvo C30 vs. BMW 1-Series price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the C30 vs. 1-Series Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the C30 and 1-Series will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volvo C30 T5's price is $4,885 lower than the BMW 1-Series 128i's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the C30 vs. 1-Series Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Volvo C30 T5, the BMW 1-Series 128i includes additional features worth $1390. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $1390 adjustment for the BMW 1-Series 128i's additional features, the Volvo C30 T5 is $4,885 less than the Volvo C30 T5.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 1-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo C30 T5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 4,885
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 3,774
Model Year20122012
ModelC301-Series
TrimT5128i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Engine250hp I5230hp I6
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/30 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers650, 10180, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/50-17
Total Price36,67042,945
Adjustments for Features0-1,390
Feature-Adjusted Total Price36,67041,555
Total Invoice34,59739,655
Adjustments for Features0-1,284
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice34,59738,371

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Invoice Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 1-Series

Price Comparison (MSRP): Volvo C30 vs. BMW 1-Series

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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Lowest Total Price: Volvo C30 T5
Difference: 6,275
Lowest Total Invoice: Volvo C30 T5
Difference: 5,058
Model Year20122012
ModelC301-Series
TrimT5128i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Base Price24,95031,200
Base Invoice23,45328,885
Premier Plus Package2,000 
Climate Package900 
Xenon HID headlights800900
Platinum Package2,400 
Metallic paint (extra cost)550550
Leather seating surfaces1,200 
Proximity key450500
2.5L I51,295 
5-speed shiftable automatic1,250 
Cold Weather Package 550
Premium Package 3,400
Navigation system 2,150
M Sport Package 1,150
Sport Package 1,300
6-speed shiftable automatic 0
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350
Premier Plus Package 0
Climate Package 0
Xenon HID headlights 820
Platinum Package 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500
Leather seating surfaces 0
Proximity key 455
2.5L I5 0
5-speed shiftable automatic 0
Cold Weather Package 500
Premium Package 3,095
Navigation system 1,955
M Sport Package 1,045
Sport Package 1,185
6-speed shiftable automatic 0
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320
Total options10,84510,850
Total options10,2699,875
Destination875895
Total Price36,67042,945
Total Invoice34,59739,655

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Features Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year20122012
ModelC301-Series
TrimT5128i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire$75 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
DVD-compatible player $0
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Media drive, large $100
Rear wiper$175 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Surround sound$250 
Voice control for external devices $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Body kit $350
Body kit (gray/black)$250 
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass $25
Cornering lights $25
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Floor mats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, passenger seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power seatback bolsters, driver $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,750$4,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,390
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,284

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Specifications Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year20122012
ModelC301-Series
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Wheelbase103.9 in104.7 in
Length167.4 in172.2 in
Width70.2 in68.8 in
Height57.0 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,211 lb.3,285 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.6 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room47.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room41.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.9 ft30.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		20.2 ft30.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
T5

Premier Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Aluminum trim100Yes
Total Requested190093%
Total Not Requested1507%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Platinum Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Traffic information50Yes
Unbranded, 650W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested85059%
Total Not Requested60041%

Option Package Details
128i

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights25No
Total Requested65096%
Total Not Requested254%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats300Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Wood trim300No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass25No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested270069%
Total Not Requested122531%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information50Yes
Media hard drive100No
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Body kit350No
Unique interior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested350100%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
225/45VR17 tires200No
205/50VR17 tires200No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Unique exterior trim0No
Unique interior trim0No
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1050100%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Volvo C30

Price of the Volvo C30: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD		 Watch out for the options, but if you just want a fun and unique car to drive, a base model will cost you a little over 20K.
Price of the Volvo C30: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD		 It is expensive compared to similar vehicles.
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The price is a little on the high side for a car of this caliber.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW 1-Series

Price of the BMW 1-Series: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 I pay $180 less a month on this lease than my previous MINI Cooper.
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 The price is good forwhat you get.
Price of the BMW 1-Series: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 The standard features are lacking. Many cars costing half as much have more features than the 1-series. You can get better equipped cars for the same money with Infiniti (G37S) and Audi (TT-S, S4).
2008 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Pricey, especially for convertible compared to coupe. Cost of auto-transmission silly compared to manuals -- and other autos. Early examples not offered with much discount from MSRP.
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 When you add enough options you are approaching 3 series territory but still worth it
2008 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Not cheap compared to Accord, Altima, etc.

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