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Used 2008 Volvo V70 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

subtle, sophisticated, and fun

judith, 05/10/2009
2008 Volvo V70 3.2 4dr Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful

Swapped for an E320 -- 1" shorter and cavernous in the back, which I don't notice while I am having so much fun in these wonderful front seats, wheeling a surprisingly sporty but beautiful driver cabin. Drives like a high-end sport sedan.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Well pleased

Mike, 04/30/2008
2008 Volvo V70 3.2 4dr Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

This car is what you would expect from Volvo. Understated performance, design with good handling. This is my second Volvo wagon, previous 240. I love the wagon for the car ride with the hauling of a suv. Pleased with fuel economy. I commute 70 miles round trip daily on interstates and average 26 mpg.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Very pleased

Bill, 03/28/2008
2008 Volvo V70 3.2 4dr Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I have owned the car for three (3) months now and have been very pleased. I was looking for a vehicle that would be capable of towing a small pop-up camper, yet not be as bulky as an SUV - a station wagon was a good solution, and the car is very comfortable. As I was previously a Honda owner, fuel economy has been disappointing, but not unexpected. I average 22 to 23 mpg with my city driving and a tad over 25 mpg on the highway - not too bad all things considered, but I do use high octane fuel.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great so far

TrackAHolic, 03/20/2008
2008 Volvo V70 3.2 4dr Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

Bought to replace Dodge Dakota Quad Cab after having baby. Compared mostly against Dodge Magnum and BMW Sportswagon. Volvo had nicest interior and was reasonably roomy. Dodge had most room and great performance, but wife didn't like the styling. BMW had best cornering and steering feel, but was a little small. Car will be used for long cruises and day-to-day driving, so it was a perfect fit. Driving dynamics are sloppy, but it still has good overall grip and acceleration. The interior is beautiful, and really helped sell us on the car. It is a pleasure on any kind of drive, has a great stereo, is quiet, and roomy. I really like to drive it, and I typically drive a 350Z.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

A good old traditional station wagon

Steve in Minnesota, 02/10/2010
2008 Volvo V70 3.2 4dr Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

Interior comfort is the best feature of the V70. There is plenty of space for both passengers and cargo in a relatively compact package. The power train is generally refined. The transmission is very smooth but the engine growls a tad too loud for an almost 40,000 car. There is way too much shudder and noise when going over bumps but otherwise it feels solid. The highway ride is quiet and serene. We purchased for 25 grand as a rental return. I believe the MSRP was about 38 grand, which is a little spendy. We're getting 22-34 mpg in mixed driving. The heated seats are the best I have ever felt. Very welcome in Minnesota.

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