2001 Volvo V70 Review
Fuel Economy
18 - 21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Volvo's V70 offers space and safety in addition to speed (in T5 guise) and snow-busting capability (Cross Country models).
Pros
Superb comfort, plenty of safety equipment, solid construction and amazing braking ability.
Cons
High price, odd control placement.
What's New for 2001
The Volvo V70 has been redesigned for 2001. Major changes include a new body structure, fresh styling, a revised interior and upgraded feature content. Safety figures prominently with the new V70 (as usual), but it is also more sporting than before, especially in T5 trim.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
My First and Last Volvo
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Volvo V70 2.4T Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
Review
When I was looking for a car, I had four criteria: safety, reliability, longevity, and environmental impact. Volvo rated well in all categories. This car has been nothing but a disappointment and money pit. Just a short list of previous problems: throttle module, fan, fuel system. Now, the heating is out and the transmission needs to be replaced, to the tune of $5K. I can't tell you how disappointed I am. The car was great to drive for the first two years, and then it seemed to fall apart in spite of being well cared for. I resent Volvo. (Thanks, Ford.) By contrast, my 2002 VW has more miles on it and has required no repairs, just maintenance. It's VW for me from now on.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Going Strong at 160K
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Volvo V70 2.4T Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
Review
Now at 160K with no problems. New tires and preventive care is all this volvo has asked for 8 years. Very fun and comfortable ride with the 2.4turbo and luxury cabin. Besides family of five chores and vacations, we take this volvo antiquing and regularly treat it like a truck. On the highway we get 28-30mpg on regular grade fuel.
Favorite Features
Quick acceleration with turbo and good gas mileage. Easy to check fluids.
Suggested Improvements
More legroom in back.
XC is a big improvement over SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Volvo V70 XC AWD 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
Review
After 2 small SUV's I bought the XC. With the interior capacity, roof rack with cross rails and roof storage container, I can carry more than when I had an SUV. The ride is much smoother and the power of the turbo helps getting on the highway. I get about 18mpg around town and 28mpg on the highway. I have kept up with maintenance and only had a problem with a leaky angle drive. I have to drive farther for work, so I am putting more highway mileage on it. Very comfortable to drive long distance.
Favorite Features
Driving visibility, ride, storage capacity, 2-stage heated seats, memory seat/ mirror positions
Suggested Improvements
Less expensive additional/ replacement keys, rear seat legroom with front seats back, greatly improved owner light replacement
Were Do I Start?
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Volvo V70 T5 Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
Review
I am 59 years old and I have owned about 8-10 volvos during my life. Most recently I purchased a used off of a lease v-70 T-5 with 47000 miles on it. It had a full service till 100K. If it did not have that I would have gone broke. Here is a list. 2 radiators, one ac unit, one transmission, numerous electrical problems, 2 replaced sunroofs. Most recently I have to stuff rags and paper into the sunroof area to keep the sunroof from rattling. Numerous rattles in the car, rough ride and the list goes on. My previous car was an acura which give up the ghost at 225,000 miles. This volvo is a piece of junk. I would stay away like a bad cold. Never again. Then I found out that most of the
Favorite Features
None
Suggested Improvements
If the swedes starting building the car again perhaps give it a second chance. Otherwise Ford and italian electrical system( low bidder I am sure) has destroyed a once great name plate.
European Disappointment
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Volvo V70 T5 Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
Review
Expected Volvo lifetime, got Ford reliability. Well known transmission problem as listed on web, tailgate lift springs both shot, replaced top torque motormount after I could see daylight thru it, all rubber bushings in the suspension replaced after 85000 miles. Might be sophisticated European engineering, but LOUSY execution and parts quality. I will probably take the seats out and use them to watch TV in in my living room, and scrap the car. STAY away from this pile of junk.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage, great ride, carrying capacity
Suggested Improvements
Volvo MUST improve reliability / and design for ease of repair. The mechanics salivate when I bring it in,the labor is their kids to school It was my first and last Volvo.
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