1999 Volvo V70 Review
Fuel Economy
19 - 21 mpg
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Pretty decent car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr STD Wagon
Review
Bought this car in January and it's been a pleasure to own. I got it VERY cheap, and all I had to do was put new tires on it and about $700 worth of suspension work. Other than that the car has been pretty much trouble free. No break downs. Check engine light pops up about once a week. But usually goes away. Drivers door window pack isn't working right. A/C works when it wants to. One door doesn't lock and the car seems to think one door is open always. So just removed dinger and light fuses. Tailgate panel still makes noise even with new clips. A couple creaks and rattles. Gas mileage is pretty bad for a wagon. About 14 city 25 highway. But it has been a decent car for the price.
Favorite Features
Stereo. Exhaust sound. Seats are great. GREAT turning circle (can get out of a tight spot in one try),
Suggested Improvements
Non turbo is a bit sluggish. Can't think of any others really.
Good overall, many small repairs
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr XC Turbo 4WD Wagon
Review
Got mine from my father w/ around 145k miles. Originally a rental. Drove good, handled good, could take it camping, did fine in semi-off road conditions, very comfortable seats, good MPG, somewhat cheap to fill up, roomy. Inside covering for the back hatch came off/apart frequently - had sketchy mounts. Terrible cup holders, couldn't use center compartment when in use. Lots of minor/major? repairs including belts, strut cushions, something to do w/ the heater/ac, speakers on one side stopped working, hose burst once, steering out of alignment - car "rumbled" at 75+ MPH. Over all enjoyed the car. Crashed at almost 160k miles, still going strong. Appreciate it much more now that it's gone.
Favorite Features
Speedy, good acceleration, leather, AWD, great storage.
Suggested Improvements
Cup holders, hatch covering, back seat windows go down halfway - inconvenient for passengers/smokers.
money pit
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr STD Wagon
Review
The only good thing I can say about this car is that I've never had a breakdown and tow. Nevertheless it's been an unending series of expensive repairs involving the cooling and electrical system, including an ABS rebuild, throttle body failure, oxygen sensor replacement, and the replacement of too many to count switches and bulbs. There is no such thing as a simple oil and filter change; always some aggravating expensive repair. I feel like I'm rebuilding this car as I go along, and I've taken good care of it. Now we're into college years and I can't afford to replace it. Only 94000 miles and the worst car purchase in over 40 years of ownership. Shame on volvo for peddling this junk.
Favorite Features
Nice looking car with good body integrity.
Suggested Improvements
The electrical system.
Love it all but the maintenance
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr XC Turbo 4WD Wagon
Review
I adore everything about my Volvo but the price it takes to keep it. Even the dealer admitted it is a lemon. Another reviewer hit the nail when he said "very good or awful." I got the short end of the stick on this one with weird problems (unraveling muffler gumming up exhaust, unexplained smokes inside and out...) and so may trips to the dealer, I know all the service people's kids' names. That being said, I love the way it drives, looks, feels and physically holds up, structure wise, I just picked a lemon. Would buy another one but can't gamble on picking a winner.
Favorite Features
Style, driving and brand.
Suggested Improvements
I don't think there is any way to detect a lemon, even within the dealer. Don't buy a brand like Volvo that's been returned quickly, unless it's coming off a lease. People choose Volvos and stick with them unless they're unloading a loser. That's my theory, anyway.
Very Happy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr STD Turbo 4WD Wagon
Review
One thing I have come to learn about these Volvo's is that either they are very very good or very very bad. I did about 4 months worth of research and highly recommend doing a carfax report on interested vehicles. It seems that they either are notorious for electrical problems or trouble free other than routine mainteneance. I absolutely love my XC and I currently get 21MPG in the City and 27 on the HWY which really surprised me and more than makes up for having to use premimum gasoline. Do your homework and you will not be disappointed.
Favorite Features
Drivability and handling. Plenty of power. Gas mileage. A very well constructed vehicle
Suggested Improvements
Some of the controls are hidden by the steering wheel and until your used to what and where they are be careful when driving. Maybe a tad more head room. I am 6'4" and getting in I have to stoop just a bit.
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