Used 2002 Volvo C70 Coupe
List Price Estimate: | $2,776 - $4,191 |
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Used 2002 Volvo C70 Coupe





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Edmunds' Expert Review
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Pros
- Luxurious interior, plenty of safety and comfort features, smooth ride, turbocharged engines.
Cons
- Adding options quickly boosts the price, suspension isn't tuned for sporty handling, prone to torque steer during hard acceleration.
What’s new
Volvo will offer the C70 Coupe in just one trim level, and the contents of last year's SE model will come with it, including the unique sport grille, 17-inch wheels and tires, power sunroof, leather upholstery, trip computer, auto-dimming rearview mirror and special dash inlays. New standard features for all C70s include Volvo's stability and traction control system (STC), heated front seats and an emergency trunk release. Convertibles also get 17-spoke alloy wheels and ride on Z-rated 205/55R16 Pirelli tires. Genuine wood dash trim replaces the "wood effect" trim in the optional Touring Package for the C70 LPT convertible. Ash Gold is now an exterior color choice, while Turquoise Metallic and Venetian Red Metallic have been discontinued.
Edmunds says
Based on a platform that is nearly a decade old, the first "out of the box" Volvo is in need of a redesign.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2002 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Coupe (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.15 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$245/mo
C70 HT
vs
$184/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Vehicle overview
Forget what you think you know about Volvo and its boxy station wagons. Well, almost everything you know. The C70 Coupe and Convertible are positioned as the "sporting" members of the company's lineup, but they still offer the high levels of safety and luxury that Volvo buyers have come to expect.
With the mission of going after buyers looking for a little excitement, both the coupe and convertible offer impressive performance and room for four bona-fide adults. But while the similarly named V70 wagon was redesigned last year (and moved to the larger, more luxurious S80 platform), the C70 continues to ride on the previous-generation S70/V70 platform while waiting for a complete makeover. Of course, older underpinnings don't make the C70 an undesirable car -- it's simply not the best the company has to offer.
The C70 Coupe comes with a turbocharged 2.3-liter five-cylinder engine that makes 236 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 244 pound-feet of torque at 2,400 rpm. The power delivery is buttery smooth, but the high-pressure turbo engine definitely likes to be kept spinning to make full power. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, and a five-speed automatic (with Winter mode) is optional. The C70 HPT Convertible shares this engine, while the less expensive C70 LPT ragtop has a more sedate 2.4-liter five-cylinder turbo that makes 190 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque. This powerplant is available only with the automatic. Both the coupe and convertible deliver a smooth, forgiving ride around town. Although body roll is significant on winding back roads, both handle remarkably well despite their hefty weight and front-wheel-drive configuration. Structural rigidity was a priority for Volvo's engineers, and indeed the coupe feels rock-solid; although, the convertible exhibits more cowl shake than one would expect from a Volvo. Stability and traction control and four-wheel antilock disc brakes are standard.
In keeping with the company's tradition of providing safe transportation, every C70 includes side-impact airbags, head curtain airbags, whiplash-reducing front seats and three-point seatbelts for all four positions. Additionally, convertibles provide a rollover protection system (ROPS).
You can raise or lower the convertible's top with the press of a button. If you don't need to transport rear passengers, the accessory mesh-screen wind blocker allows draft-free cruising even at elevated highway speeds. With the top up, the C70 Convertible is slightly noisier than its competitors.
Inside the cabin, the C70's gauges are clearly legible, and the secondary controls are logically arranged on either side of the steering column. As with most Volvo products, the seats are without equal. Superbly comfortable, they offer a wide array of power adjustment and up to three different memory settings. And with the aid of the steering wheel's tilt/telescope adjustments, it's easy to find the ideal driving position. Leather upholstery is standard across the line. The price tag for the optional premium audio system (standard on the HPT convertible) might seem exorbitant, but allow us to say that its sound quality is truly exceptional.
The C70 competes against cars like the Mercedes-Benz CLK, the BMW 3 Series and the Saab 9-3. It is not as performance-oriented as the Mercedes or BMW, but the C70 does have its own unique advantages. If you are shopping for an attractive coupe or convertible with a serene ride and a full menu of safety and luxury features, the C70 is worthy of consideration.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2002 Volvo C70 Coupe.
5 star(58%)
4 star(23%)
3 star(13%)
2 star(6%)
1 star(0%)
31 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
4.13 out of 5 stars
C70...Thumbs up!
C70...I like!,05/13/2003
2002 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Coupe (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
Overall the best car for the money. I
thought Volvo's were boring until I
drove this car. The seats and driving
comfort are so nice especially
compared to the BMW 3-Series...firm
yet soft. I find the controls on the
BMW small but the C70 is very straight
forward. The only down side to this
car is the lack of shifting ability
for the automatic compared to others …
but do yourself a favor leave it 3-
gear on some back roads and let the
turbo rev like it should! I must
mention that the torque-pull is strong
if you have a heavy foot...that's ok
I'll take the power.
5 out of 5 stars
Life Saver
Byron,07/04/2008
2002 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Coupe (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
Engine was sound and performed exceptional, however she was put down in June of 2008. I my wife & two kids traveled the 405 south bound in the carpool lane. A diesel trucks tire traveling north bound became dislodged (rim included). Now airborne crossed several lanes headed for opposing traffic with exact aim at my windshield. Not being able to move left or right I pushed the accelerator … praying the tire would miss the car. No luck! Striking the roof of the car and crashing into the cabin before bouncing off. Insurance company declared the car a total loss. My wife, two kids, and I walked away without a scratch. With superb safety/build qualities 4 souls were saved by Volvo
4.63 out of 5 stars
A True Sleeper...
Dan,04/16/2005
2002 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Coupe (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
After lusting for this car since it came out in 1998, I finally bought one. After owning (2) BMW 3-series cars including an M-3 I have to say that the Volvo is far more car for the money (especially when buying used). The exterior design is as sexy as it gets, the interior is roomy, and the dash is elegant and easy to use from the get go. The seats get no better, and the Turbo is like … Jet propulsion. For driving in the "Real world" this rare vehicle is a great pick without question.
3.88 out of 5 stars
Nice desi -shame about the annoying bits
paul lane,05/30/2002
2002 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Coupe (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
Not all together happy with it.
See below!
Great looking car, but badly designed
the cup holders are a joke - easy to
knock a cup out ofthem and in the
drivers way.
2002 Volvo C70 Coupe Features & Specs
- Base MSRP
- $37,525
- MPG & Fuel
- 18 City / 25 Hwy / 20 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 18 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 4 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Engine
- Inline 5 cylinder
- Horsepower: 236 hp @ 5,400 rpm
- Torque: 244 lb-ft @ 2,400 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 185.7 in. / Height: 55.7 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 71.5 in.
- Curb Weight: 3,200 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 13.1 cu.ft.
More about the 2002 Volvo C70
Used 2002 Volvo C70 Coupe Overview
The Used 2002 Volvo C70 Coupe is offered in the following styles: HT 2dr Coupe (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M). The Used 2002 Volvo C70 Coupe comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed manual.
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Should I lease or buy a 2002 Volvo C70?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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