Volvo V70 - Generation 2 (2001-2008)

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VOLVO V70 (2001-2008)

The second generation V70 (the sedan became the S60) can be had in basic wagon or a high raised one, with the latter having all wheel drive. The V70 Cross Country was renamed as the XC70 in 2002 and carried a 2.5 engine from a 2.4 in late 2005.









OWNERSHIP DETAILSXC70V70 Cross CountryV70
Years Available2002-June 20082001-20022001-2006
ENGINE SPECS
EngineB5244 T3 2.4 DOHC 20V I5 Turbocharged (2002-2005) or B5254 T2 2.5 DOHC 20V I5 Turbocharged (2006-2008)B5204 T 2.0 DOHC 20V I5 TurbochargedB5204 T 2.0 DOHC 20V I5 Turbocharged
Horsepower200hp @ 6,000rpm (2.4, 2002-2005) or 210hp @ 6,000rpm (2.5, 2006-2008)180hp @ 5,400rpm180hp @ 5,400rpm
Torque285Nm @ 1,800-5,000rpm240Nm @ 5,280rpm240Nm @ 5,280rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity68 Liters68 Liters68 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,730mm4,730mm4,710mm
Width1,860mm1,860mm1,800mm
Height1,560mm1,560mm1,470mm
Wheelbase2,760mm2,760mm2,760mm
Curb Weight1,630kg1,630kg1,485kg
Body Style5 Door Wagon5 Door Wagon5 Door Wagon
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/All Wheel DriveFront Engine/All Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti LinkMulti LinkMulti Link
Front BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesDiscDiscDisc
Tires215/65 R16215/55 R16215/55 R16
Wheels16 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags666
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Dynamic Stability and Traction ControlYes, Dynamic Stability and Traction ControlYes, Dynamic Stability and Traction Control
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: Rear Parking SensorsAdds: NoneWhiplash Protection System
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearFront and RearFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: NoneScratch Proof Black Front and Rear Bumpers and Side Fender BarsRear Wiper
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentPower, Driver and Front PassengerPower, DriverPower, Driver
Seating MaterialLeatherLeatherLeather
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneWood Accents, Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Luggage Compartment Cover with Net
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManual or Automatic, DualManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette/6 CDAM/FM/Cassette/6 CDAM/FM/Cassette/6 CD
Speakers888
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, Audio and PhoneYes, Audio and PhoneYes, Audio and Phone
AlarmYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYesYes
NOTESEngine update occurred in December 2005 for 2006. Rear parking sensors, power front passenger seat, and dual automatic climate control added in December 2005.Renamed as the XC70 in 2002.
RIVALSV70 Cross Country/XC70: Subaru OutbackV70: Audi A4 Avant, BMW 3 Series Touring, Mercedes Benz E Class Estate