1996-2000 S70 / V70 OverviewVolvo S70 / V70 Overview (1996 - 2000)
1996 - 2000
Tech Specs Summary
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- 121 - 155 mph
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- 6.7 - 11.7 seconds
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- 124 - 261 BHP
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- 23 - 44.8 mpg
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- 1,375 - 1,751 kg
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- 470 L (Saloon)
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- 420 - 1,610 L (Estate)
This generation of the Volvo S70 / V70 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 1996 - 2000. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 124 BHP 2 L Inline 5 petrol engine all the way to a 261 BHP 2.4 L Inline 5 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the S70 / V70 is the Volvo S70 R which scores 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 247 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 161 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo V70 2.5D is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 670 miles and can store 480-1,610 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,600 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
