Volvo V70/XC70

Name: 2003 Volvo V70/XC70
Brand: Volvo

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RECALL ALERT: There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

First Take

The V70 wagon is essentially a wagon version of the S60. It's spacious and useful, with large, comfortable seats. The front passenger's seatback can fold to accommodate extra-long loads. The turbocharged 2.4-liter engine is quick enough. With AWD, both acceleration and fuel economy suffer. The unintuitive audio system is a major ergonomic shortcoming. The XC70 model has AWD and a raised ride height. Its ride is less comfortable than the V70's, and the steering feels vague and imprecise. For 2003, AWD models get a stronger 2.5-liter engine. A sporty R version is new this year.

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2003 Wagons Reliability

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Crash and Rollover Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

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Crash and Rollover Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash and Rollover Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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2003 All-wheel drive Wagons Ratings

2003 Volvo V70/XC70

$ NA

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2003 Audi A4

$3,125 - $4,625

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2003 BMW 3 Series

$3,775 - $4,975

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2003 Subaru Impreza

$3,025 - $5,650

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2003 Subaru Outback

$3,250 - $4,275

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Seating

2 front, 3 rear, 2 third

Drive Wheels

AWD, Front

Warranty

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5-speed Manual
5-speed Automatic
6-speed Manual

2.3-liter 5 turbo (247 hp)
2.4-liter 5 (168 hp)
2.4-liter 5 turbo (197 hp)
2.5-liter 5 turbo (208 hp)
2.5-liter 5 turbo (300 hp)

Model History

2008-

Current Generation

The 2008 redesign dropped the third row. Engine choices included two six-cylinder engines: a base 3.2-liter and a turbocharged 3.0. The V70 disappeared after 2010. Performance is adequate, but the XC70 averaged just 18 mpg. Still though, a quieter, better-finished interior, a ride that's less stiff, and more responsive handling than the previous model are welcome attributes. Still, performance, along with ride and handling don't inspire enthusiasm. The XC70 features Volvo's most current safety innovations of the time, including optional blind spot monitoring and family-friendly features like integrated child booster seats. Changes for 2016 included standard heated front seats and the six-cylinder turbo engine was dropped.

2001-2007

2001 Redesign Year

The V70 wagon was available with front or AWD, in addition to a sporty R model and an SUV-like raised wagon, the XC70 Cross Country. The standard five-cylinder engine was available with a turbocharger, which improved acceleration dramatically. In our tests of the XC70 Cross Country, the ride was stiff and unsettled, and handling was disappointing. The front seats provided excellent comfort. The large interior offered an optional third-row seat.