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VOLVO C70 road tests and consumer car reviews

Go from sporty, muscular coupe to an elegantly stylish convertible in less than 30 seconds, leaving you free to admire the view - and be the centre of attention.

VOLVO C70 consumer reviews by year of make: 2005 2006 2007 2009

Volvo C70

- The Volvo C70 may not have the kudos of an Audi A5 Cabrio or BMW 3-Series Convertible, but the Swede is cheaper to buy, insure, service and run. Most buyers of the C70 opt for the 2.0-litre turbodiese... read more

Volvo C70

2.4 Geartronic SE - The drive with this engine really was effortless and combined with the automatic gearbox was a very relaxing experience.... read more

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Number of reviews: 5

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Mario Kempe, London

Volvo C70 2.0D Powershift 2009

Love the car, very stable and safe. The new gearbox/powershift works really well with the 2litre diesel. It really feels more premium compared to VW equivalent. The only downside I found was that the plastic on the door to put your elbow is hard plastic.

Submitted: 17/07/2009 14:17:47 | ID: 3254

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Pete Roberts, Cheshire

Volvo C70 2.4i sport 2006

I like this car! The handling & acceleration could be better but its not a sports car its a cruiser. Its good looking with the roof up & very good looking down!The sound system is fab, there is more airbags than a balloon race & enough cupholders not to get the silly cardboard one from maccies. My 6 year old son won’t let me change it as ’he is’ in charge of the roof button!The 5 cylinder engine sounds faster than it actually is if pushed (as the faster car overtakes). I’ve been through a set of front tyres as the car is very heavy and the no spare situation does worry me but I haven’t had to use the slime & pump supplied yet! The stoopid constant on Swedish headlights are annoying get them sorted on the service. A very nice compromise. First MOT due next week and I’ve stuck a private plate on to disguise the 06 age. So, looks like i’m a keeper!

Submitted: 06/07/2009 10:33:43 | ID: 3194

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T Wichers, Berkshire

Volvo C70 D5 2007

Yes, it looks great (like the wide shoulders of the car), and it puts a smile on your face looking at it and sitting in it. That is until you start the engine, which makes you check the diesel van next to you, and then you realise there is no diesel van next to you. The archaic sound comes from the stylish, sleek car you’re in! And corners are nerve breaking too. Somehow Volvo has managed to turn a very good chassis (same as Ford Focus) into a nervous, understeering and vague car that leaves you feeling disappointed. The springs and dampers don’t match, the steering feels dead and vague. It also shows the lack of rigidity of the body: probably that’s why the springs are softer than is good for the weight of the car. The autobox is probably the worst I have ever experienced (feels the same as my old 850 T5R): slow in response and not fluid enough. The turbolag of the D5 means that driving is much less relaxed than it should be: pulling away or accelerating means anticipating and often results in traction issues due to the delay in throttle response. The two rear seats are comfortable and usable for 2 adults, but with the roof down only below 30 mph. All in all: nice looking car, premium feel, but don’t expect it to drive well if you like agile, responsive and nimble cars.

Submitted: 04/08/2008 08:37:12 | ID: 1740

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Doug Sammons, Essex

Volvo C70 se lux d5 2007

Car is very unstable on any uneven road surface. My model has 18" wheels as standard and Volvo admit they cannot fix the problem. Therefore they are saying they are producing a model that "tramlines" dangerously. It’s not just my car, it is ALL C70 models with wheels over 16". Unbelievable but true! This is a good car in all other respects but it spends more time in the air than on the road surface. If you like a steering wheel that is jerking all over the show, buy this car.

Submitted: 15/05/2008 12:17:58 | ID: 1464

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Mark Gordon, Essex

Volvo C70 2.4 T 2dr 2005

I’ve had this car 12 months and it’s a blinder! I would never have considered a Volvo before but this is something special. It drives like a dream and has all the comfort you would expect from a far more expensive car. They’ve stopped producing these now, which is a shame but definately worth getting second hand like mine. A very classy car.

Submitted: 26/11/2007 12:44:27 | ID: 766

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Number of reviews: 5

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