Reportajes autos


Model Line Overview

Model lineup:	Volvo V70 ($32,465)
Engines:	235-hp 3.2-liter inline-6
Transmissions:	6-speed automatic
Safety equipment (standard):	two-stage front airbags, two-chamber front passenger side-impact airbags, curtain style head-protection airbags for all outboard seats, Whiplash Protection Seating System (WHIPS), Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC), four-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS), tire-pressure monitor, dual outboard two-stage child booster seats with adaptive seatbelts and power child rear door locks
Safety equipment (optional):	adaptive cruise control with collision warning and brake support ($1,695); Blind Spot Information System ($665); Personal Car Communicator with keyless start, two-way communication and heartbeat sensor ($495)
Basic warranty:	4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled in:	Gothenburg, Sweden


Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP):	Volvo V70 ($32,465)
Standard equipment:	fabric upholstery, eight-way power driver seat with 3-position memory, fold-flat front passenger seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, 160-watt AM/FM audio with single-CD, eight speakers, auxiliary input and MP3 capability, leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel with illuminated cruise and audio controls, power windows with anti-trap feature, cruise control, power locks with remote keyless entry, illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirrors, four reading lamps, power heated outside mirrors, rear wiper/washer, fold-flat 40/20/40 split rear seat, locking cargo-floor storage compartment, cargo floor rails with movable anchorage points, textile floor mats
Options as tested (MSRP):	Climate Package ($725) with heated front and rear seats, headlight washers, heated windshield washer nozzles and Rainsensor windshield wipers; Metallic paint ($475)
Destination charge:	($745)
Gas guzzler tax:	N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):	$34410
Layout:	front-wheel drive
Engine:	3.2-liter dohc 24v inline-6 with variable valve timing
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	235 @ 6200
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	236 @ 3200
Transmission:	6-speed Geartronic automatic with manual-shift feature
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	16/24 mpg
Wheelbase:	110.8 in.
Length/width/height:	189.9/73.3/60.9 in.
Track, f/r:	62.5/62.4 in.
Turning circle:	36.7 ft.
Seating capacity:	5
Head/hip/leg room, f:	38.8/54.8/41.9 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:	N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r:	38.6/55.1/34.6 in.
Cargo volume:	72.1 cu. ft.
Payload:	N/A
Towing capacity:	3307
Suspension, f:	independent MacPherson strut, anti-roll bar
Suspension, r:	independent multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Ground clearance:	in.
Curb weight:	3527 lbs.
Tires:	P225/55R16
Brakes, f/r:	vented disc/disc with four-channel ABS
Fuel capacity:	18.5 gal.