Volvo

Volvo XC70

Price $42,400 – $52,500
Fuel consumption 8.2 – 12.1 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 85%(view ratings)
All Volvo XC70 trims come with a 6-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, and two different engines are offered on these SUV-styled wagons. The 3.2 version comes with a 3.2L inline-6 that generates 240 horsepower and 236 lbs.-ft. of torque, whereas the T6 relies on a 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo that produces 300 horsepower and 325 lbs.-ft. of torque.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 85%
Driving 8/10
Safety 9/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 9/10
Comfort 9/10

What's new in 2013

No major change

Pros

  • Choice of engines
  • Notable ergonomics
  • Ultra-comfortable seats
  • Well-adapted all-wheel drive
  • Good road handling

Cons

  • Turning radius a bit long
  • Cumbersome dimensions
  • The price increases with the options
  • Must prove itself among other SUVs

Recalls

none