Volvo S70 (96-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great value. Check spec list of CD model!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bearable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent feel, good stability, great roadholding and firm.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor. Can easily bog down. Go for 2.4.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fine so far.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    CD model looks good.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Family of 5, no problems.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    High tech alarm/immobiliser.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slightly variable, no major problems.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None (58,000 miles).

    Other

    Duff elec window switch, fixed under warranty.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes