What replaced the Volvo V70?
V90
The Volvo V70 has been on sale since 1996, and went through three generations. It was replaced by the V90 in 2016, however we’re focusing on the final Mk3 V70 in this review.
Did Volvo discontinue the V70?
The V70 and XC70 was discontinued in April 2016 and succeeded by the V90 and V90 Cross Country.
Is T6 better than T5?
With the T6, VW made significant measures to reduce noise when compared to the T5. Even at low speeds, there’s little wind, road and engine noise – perfect for long, cruisy journeys. They also improved the gear transition on the T6 vs. T5, meaning you get a smoother, more comfortable driving experience.
When did the Volvo 70 series come out?
Model year 1998 (in North America), saw the Volvo V70 appear as a mid-size, five-door wagon/estate. The Volvo 70 series — both S70 sedan and V70 wagon — descended from the very popular Volvo 850. They were both simply reworked, slightly modernized versions of the successful 850.
Is there a diesel version of the Volvo V70?
For some markets Volvo offered a diesel version badged as V70 TDI. In countries such as Italy, with high taxes on cars with more than a 2.0L engine capacity, special petrol models with a 2000 cc engine capacity were offered. This included a 2.0T and a 2.0L T5 version, the latter with a slightly lower power output than the 2.3L variant.
When did the Volvo V70 Ocean Race come out?
V70 / XC70 Ocean Race. In 2001, to mark their sponsorship of the just renamed Volvo Ocean Race, special Ocean Race editions of the V70 and V70 XC were announced. Released for model year 2002, the cars came painted only in a unique shade of blue. Silver exterior trim and roof rails, as well as assorted badging,…
What kind of engine does a Volvo S70 have?
The Volvo 70 series — both S70 sedan and V70 wagon — descended from the very popular Volvo 850. They were both simply reworked, slightly modernized versions of the successful 850. They both continued to use Volvo’s bulletproof inline-5 cylinder aluminum engine.