Volvo V70
The Volvo V70 is a five-seat diesel estate car that entered production in 1996, powered by a five-cylinder 2,295 cm³ engine producing 126 kW. With a length of 4,767 mm and kerb weight of 1,685 kg, it achieves a top speed of 218 km/h. Two recalls were registered in EU Safety Gate for this model.
| Manufacturer | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1996 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,548 kg |
| Displacement | 2,248 cc |
| Cylinders | 5 |
| Top speed | 218 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 11.4 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,767 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,846 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Volvo V70 (from registration data). 8 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 208 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 210 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 209 km/h | – | – |
| 2.3 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 238 km/h | – | – |
| 2.4 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 212 km/h | – | – |
| 2.5 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 223 km/h | – | – |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 246 km/h | – | – |
| 3.2 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 234 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Volvo models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 71% of Volvo V70s pass their MOT test first time, based on 45,081 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Volvo V70. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-11-05
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volvo recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Volvo V70?
- The Volvo V70 has a rated top speed of 218 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Volvo V70?
- The Volvo V70 is 4,767 mm long, 1,846 mm wide and 1,544 mm tall.
- How much does the Volvo V70 weigh?
- The Volvo V70 has a kerb weight of about 1,548 kg.
- How many seats does the Volvo V70 have?
- The Volvo V70 has 5 seats.