Volvo XC70 (07 on) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 14 July 2011
If you're after the added security and traction of four-wheel drive, but don't want a large off-roader, then the XC70 is an ideal compromise. It is essential the V70 estate, but with extra ground clearance, added body protection such as larger bumpers and (on the majority of models) an all-wheel drive system. This makes it ideal if you live in a rural area or regularly have to tow trailers or caravans. It's also very capable in snow and ice. Like the V70, it's well-built with a spacious and classy interior, while the load area is usefully large. There's a good choice of strong engines including the D5 diesel while a front-wheel drive low-emission version badged DRIVe was introduced in mid-2009.
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Equipment

All models are well equipped. The entry-level grade SE comes with six airbags, electronic stability control, cruise control, rain-sensing windscreen wipers, roof rails, leather-faced seats and electronic climate control. SE Sport models add larger alloy wheels, active damping chassis system (4-C), ventilated leather seats with electric adjustment for driver and front passenger. SE Lux models add (over SE) electrically adjustable and heated front seats, forward folding front passenger seat, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with integrated compass and Volvo's active damping chassis system (4-C). Low-emission DRIVe models can be chosen with all equipment grades. In 2008 the Ocean Race special edition was introduced. This gets unique blue pearlescent or silver paint and leather upholstery.

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  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • ABS
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • CD
  • CD Multichanger
  • Climate control
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • DVD
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
  • Parking sensors
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Roof rails
  • Sat Nav
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
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