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253,400 miles and still in the passing
Chris from Norwood , 03/22/2009
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
34 of 35 people found this review helpful
253,400 miles and still in the passing lane! I love my 2003 XC70. I am almost at 300,000 miles and the engine's performance is that of a young and vibrant one - the car is absolutely safe, an easy to handle vehicle and I Love my Volvo XC 70!
Just a great car
Jim, 07/26/2010
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
It's just a great comfortable and reliable car.I have put 150,000 miles on this car and it has never let me down. Amazing room for three kids and large dog which I bought a Walmart gate to keep him contained in the back.The very best car in snow, I've had jeeps and all others and nothing compares to the xc.
Love my XC70, can be expensive though
James Kaufman, 02/20/2015
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
My father bought the car in 2007 for about $18000 with 60,000 miles on it. Personally, I love the car; it starts every key turn and is great in the snow. If you give it enough gas she will really get moving too! clocked about 0-60 in 8 seconds, not bad for 190,000 miles that it has today. the car is also super comfortable, leather seats and heating makes any drive awesome. The issues I have with the car are that we bought it used and the repairs. The previous owner towed with the car so we needed to replace odd things like the bevel gear. Since it is so old, it needs repairs quite often which are usually several hundred dollars. In conclusion, the car is really fun to drive, safe, can be $$$
Our '03 XC70 is outstanding!
Hugo, 06/01/2005
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
We are the second owner at 13,000 miles, bought it pre-certified with a 100K warranty and now have close to 26,000 miles. The car has not given us any problems at all, it has peformed extremely well in mostly heavy, city, Dallas TX driving; though the Pirelli Scorpion STR tires need to be replaced (don't recommend V-rated tires) at $150 a tire. The A/C is outstanding in 100 degree temps and still get 19 mpg in the city. We compared this vehicle to the Audi All- Road & BMW Wagons, both were over- priced; and the Range Rover which had too many poor maintenance & gas mileage reviews. The light turbo has plenty of kick (210 hp), we're very happy with the overall performance of the Volvo XC70!
Don't leave without extended service con
bakerman, 03/22/2010
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought my used 2003 XC Volvo with thee highest of hopes!! Aaarrrrgh, my bad. Most comfortable car that I have ever driven and great in the snow but.... The ever so slight noise that I didn't recognize was the AC going bad, which of course, went bad just as my used purchase warranty expired! Boo, my bad again, I didn't purchase an extended warranty. Next, my car computer went bad so the cluster wouldn't quite giving me messages. This was a few months later!! I'm up to ~$3000 in repairs and I haven't owned the car for a year yet! I talked with the shop service manager. He talked like this should be common knowledge about Volvos! He said that his the same problem..it was a 2006 XC!
Owner of Two XC70s speaks
mbrown, 09/01/2008
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We purchased 2 XC70s over a year ago and have only excellent things to report. Purchased the ext warranty on both. Had a problem with the transmission on one, but the dealer stuck with the issue and eventually changed the entire transmission for a new one, not a rebuild. Since then we have clocked over 50K each on both vehicles and have only had routine service done. I have run through snow so deep that it was at the top of my tires while hitting remote areas for cross country skiing and snow shoeing. Cars sit out all winter and both start at first crack of the key. Winter temps of -28C so far. A/C works great, sometimes above 40 C in Kamloops' summers.
My little stylish Swedish utility tank!
Justin, 05/04/2016
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
What an amazing wagon!!! Bought new straight out of Jim fisher Volvo back in 2002 and have absoulutly loved it ever since!!! I bought it for the reason that we wanted an overall safe wagon for the kids, that was awd and still ready for adventure. This thing is an absoulutly tank in the snow!!! Even on some of the steepest and iciest conditions this beast has never let me down getting up and down the mountain constantly going around struggling SUVs and is even better with studs! For being an 03, it is ahead of its time with all the features throughout it. I mean it has rear facing seats in the back!!! I would highly consider picking one of these guys up and you will never turn back!
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VERY Disappointed
VERYdisappointed, 06/22/2007
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We were thrilled to purchase our '03 Volvo XC70 but the excitement didn't last! One thing after another went wrong with the wagon... one year after buying it, the ignition went (sometimes the key would come out, other times it was stuck!)! The ball joints, brakes and rotars were shot. How many times do you have to replace a headlight bulb?!! The straw that broke the camels back: the angle bracket, which cost $2,500!! The car was constantly in the shop, and it was never inexpensive to repair!! We bought this as our family car... Volvo for life? We finally got rid of it and bought a Toyota Highlander Limited!!
Underwhelmed
John in Calgary, 12/14/2004
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2003 Volvo XC 70 about 18 months ago and have been pretty underwhelmed. The car looks fine but is very underpowered for a $50,000 (Cdn) premium wagon. The handling is also terrible and the fit and finish leave something to be desired. It is comfortable but the other short comings are just too much. The new 2005 Outback is a much better vehicle with way better performance, handling and hauling capabilities - for $10,000 less (Cdn).
One of the best
Matt, 04/27/2022
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Our 2003 Volvo XC70 has been truly great. Just passed 263k miles and still going strong. Has never failed to start. Nothing outside of regular wear and tear items have been replaced. I will say the haldex all wheel drive system is known to be problematic and ours has stopped working, but with that said it drives perfectly fine as FWD. We still average 26 mpg. The seats are supremely comfortable, the sound system still delivers. Halogen headlights at night provide pretty decent illumination. Rides and handles very well. The 5 cylinder engine is just a gem. Provides good power and sounds great. I’m actually looking to buy another one as second vehicle. They’re that good. If you’re looking at reviews wondering if buying a used XC70 is a good idea, all I can say is do it! Just make sure it’s been maintained and you are set.
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My 03 XC/70
VersitileTransport, 09/13/2010
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
16 of 25 people found this review helpful
2nd owner, got the dealer history before I purchased...no major problems to start. Added heavy duty sways & end links (really helps handling), cool-air intake, chipped it, 3" down pipe, race-cat and 3" all the way back. It's now a fast, TURBO, versatile SUV. I can beat most any ricer before it get crazy and ride in style, haul my drums in any weather. SAFE! Flush your trans now, change oil every 3k, change timing belt, pinion gear oil. Do as much schedule maint. as you can yourself. Check underneath for leaks, don't ignore warning lights. Better yet get a code reader. I've had my share of little PIA stuff but nothing I can't learn to handle. Stay away from the stealership!
comfort
saad, 11/15/2010
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
nice to drive it had 63,000.00 mile. since i drove another 50,000.00 mile lovlely at snow . small miner repair here and there. they never more than $400.00 ayear. well if the car more than 5 yr. thats is normal. I will keep the car another 5yr untill is 200,000.00
Still a Volvo.
glddmr, 04/23/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
NE region Volvo rep said my door rattle, caused by the prem stereo, is ok by Volvo standards. Told it wouldnt be ok in my BMW or a Mercedes, he said Volvo is neither of those companies. Mystery failures in the power door locks and windows. SECOR VOLVO said it's my fault since I park outside half the time, saying "WE have seen some problems with condensation like that." Two power door locks failed under warranty. Drive train fine over 24000 miles. In rear ender, the front of the Toyota was destroyed but the Volvo only needed a bumper. Great in the snow, I can park it anywhere. Remember, it is a Volvo. Near-luxury, not luxury.
Hating the payments
poor man Rey, 07/24/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Way too many electrical problems for a car of this status. I did just had a wreck which was my fault. 20 mile/hr and did little damage to my car. Only killed one of my side panels if that tells you anything but absolutely destroyed the poor domestic car in front of me. My damages totaled 11,000!!! I was told that if my air bags deployed that would cost me an addition 5,000 to reinstall. I love my car and think that it is the sexiest set of wheels on the road. Boy but am I ready to finish up with these payments.
Please keep running
Costly repair, 11/25/2008
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I thought that I had found the right car and for all its good qualities, I find that it eats front end parts, tires, head light bulbs and is too complicated for the servicing dealer(not the point of purchase dealer). So far the car starts everytime, but with angle gear replacement, brake booster failure, and miscelleanous odds and sods, I have enjoyed the $8,000+ repairs covered by the extended warranty ZI bought. The fit & finish however are superb, the ride is the best barco lounger for the long haul.. nobody makes a better seat. Funny though, for all I was told about "Boron" steel when I bought the car, a recent hail storm has told me it's not as strong as was suggested by the salesman
not up to Volvo quality standards
ahickman, 10/19/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Our Volvo XC70 has been nothing but trouble -- nothing like the safety, reliability, quality image Volvo advertizes: - the air conditioner didn't work when it was delivered - a rock got stuck in the real wheel assembly, the rim cracked, and the tire deflated... not covered by warranty - the front brake pads wore out at 19k miles - interior parts keep falling off - the gas tank door fell off - everything electrical malfunctions
XC Volvo Motor problems++++++++
dqman, 03/08/2007
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car has been trouble since day one,electrical problems, front end trouble, and now a new motor with only 130,000 km. It has been towed 3 times back to the dealer. Once I receive my car back (it has been in the shop over a week) it is going over to the Honda dealer to be traded on a new Pilot. Customer service has gone out the window at Volvo I am renting a car now for a week and no help from volvo or the dealer is that how they build customer loyalty.
10 Months later: XC70 Impressions
whr, 01/14/2004
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Good car, superb engineering on seat fold-down method for use of full cargo area, driver door had an annoying rattle -- dealer fixed on warranty; poor design and material on console lid hinge...it broke quickly and cost $175 + installation to replace...dealer service tech installed wrong color (QC...?), causing another return trip and "discussion" with the service manager. Mileage around town isn't too impressive...about 15, but highway mileage improves significantly (25+), and it's fast on the open road. Overall we like it alot and have recommended to a friend who also bought one and loves his.
Wish I didn't get it...
PBissonette, 12/22/2004
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
1) The washer reservoir was not hooked up. 2) Tire failed at 1500 miles, 3) a 73 year old man shut a door with his hip and bashed it in, 4) car electrical system failed at 20,000, 6) both headlights went out at 38,000, 6) replaced tie rod and bushings and tires at 40,000. I expect more.
Pulls Left but great in the snow!
Busbart, 03/12/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I basically love the car but I have a real problem with the car pulling to the left. The first time I compained to the dealer, the put air in the tires. The second time, they charged me for an alignment. The third time, they said they noticed no problem. There is definately a problem. I'm building muscles in my left hand and calling my lawyer with my right.
XC70 Electrical Problems
Deb, 08/15/2008
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
What a dissapiontment! This car has been in the shop 6 times in the two years I've had it for electrical problems around the SRS airbag system and the DIM. I got it at 46k. It was at the dealers for 5 weeks last month. Dx: "We don't know what's wrong with your car. But, we got the SRS warning light to go out for you!" I have no confidence in the car or the dealer at this point. Plan to trade it in and get another Honda. Also, the dealer cannot seem to decide if synthetic oil is the best choice. They have used both. Do not get your fingertips in the way of the front doors during closure. Amputation risk!
Worst Car I've Ever Owned
Bwana, 03/09/2008
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my second and last Volvo. My first Volvo (V40) was excellent and when we decided to buy a a new car, we went for another Volvo. Big mistake!! Nothing but problems (two engine breakdowns within 24 hours of each other, carpeting cut wrong - had to be replaced, battery and headlight failure in 1st 6 months of ownership. Cheap interior componments which break - radio knobs, control of electric rearview mirrors. Integrated cell phone suddenly quit working. Stitching coming off seats and shift knobs, etc.
NEVER AGAIN!
NYArtist, 11/19/2010
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
8 of 24 people found this review helpful
I just purchased a 2003 XC with 130,000 miles. I have loved my 93 volvo wagon but decided it was time for something new. The mechanic checked it out but the fist day I drove it, today, the car wouldn't start. Low Engine Response. I may need a new engine. This is a the mother of all car nightmares. Never again Volvo. I'm done with you!
Those dog gone Swedes :)
Jim Miller, 07/25/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I now have 6000 miles on the car and other than an intial problem with an axle flange I have been one happy camper. I have had an opportunity to drive it a bit in a farmer's field and although it is not my wife's Grand Cherokee, it is more than adequate for minor off road use. The A/C system is one of the best I have ever used. The only short coming that I have had with the car is handling. I traded in a sports sedan and although the cross country is no slouch, it definitely is not a sports sedan!
XC70 SUV ESTATE
Andrew Bancroft, 05/12/2006
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I like the V70 but I need an SUV and a car to carry the motorcycles and Heavy equipment for work. Can't have the XC90 too BIG. Just in between the XC70. Come with Glorius ride comfort brilliant handling and is a luxurious car. so good I have already ordered my 2007 model XC70.
Family delight
Dhabi, 02/28/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
- a pleasure to drive; easy, silent and smooth. - a comprehensive large family car offering great room and outstanding safety. - remarkable power when pulling a heavy load (boat or trailor). - feels solid but not heavy to drive. - I am committed to car makers who are committed to sustainability in design and demonstrate an awareness of passenger, pedestrian and other road users personal safety and security in their design. - I have confidence in the history of the marque.
Some problems, but overall very nice
Tedmom, 09/09/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We just went in for our 7500 mile check up and are overall very pleased with the car. It is very comfortable to drive and there is excellent front passenger leg room. We had a brake problem early on that was fixed under warranty. The most annoying thing about the car is an ear deafening acoustics problem that occurs with just the sunroof open on the highway or when only one of the side windows is open. Another problem is the glare on the front window from the taupe dashboard which makes it difficult to see without the reflection of the dash in full sun.
enjoy the car, but....
rubin, 09/27/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
given price of car, it has had a few minor problems with some of the more technical features (such as the devices which stop the windows from closing on a finger). air conditioning compressor needed replacement. so somewhat desastified with intitial quality...car seems pretty tempermental. dealer has been good and attentive remedying situations. service manager gave me his car to take on vacation when repair to a/c was delayed. hoping vovlo rep for longevity ends up coming to fruition
V70 XC Volvo
Joseph Bard, 02/12/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A great combination of luxury and utility. Nimble and powerful, but practical (the built in booster seats, for example).
Better than a truck
rmisk, 06/09/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car! Wonderful features. Fun to drive. Seats unbelieveable comfortable.
Great Deal compared with XC90
jstspeedy, 06/08/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It was down to the XC90 or 70 and I chose to save roughly 11G's and gain fuel mileage to boot. Nimble enough for city driving (NYC) though would have appreciated more power assist. Have S80, 850 T5, 960 and 740 in the extended family and feel that this is the most versatile Volvo yet. Slight harshness under acceleration but can get used to it.
Lovin It!
DFox, 05/30/2008
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Being a SUV/pick-up gal I wanted something sporty but a little beefy. The XC70 has a luxury/sports car feel with some of the perks of an SUV. I love the tiptronic shifting as I had that in my BMW (okay, I broke down and a bought a car a couple of years ago!). The gas mileage averages 21.5 in town; much better than my last SUV!
It's worth it.
Shoe, 03/09/2004
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Solid, powerful car. Took it on kayaking trip, with all the gear and four passengers thru lite off-road conditions, and it handled flawlessly. Incredibly comfortable. Std stereo/CD/tape system adequate. A/C whines, cargo cover chirps. Handling superb, particularly in non-ideal conditions. Rear seating easily converts to ample cargo room. Rear hatch is awkward to lift with an armload. Love this car and recommend it.
160,000 and counting!
Jason, 02/03/2016
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought new-ish in 2004 with 2600miles, normal up keep and maintenance. No real issues 'till about 94,000miles; some electrical bug hit and took 3 trip to Volvo to get it right. People, change your fluids and do the recommended maintenance on your vehicle and you should have no real issues. I have 164,382 miles as I write this. My wife & I will be getting another XC70 after tax returns, we will keep this one for our daughter's first car.
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Happy, so far
kpsailor, 12/14/2007
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this Volvo as a family car (2nd owner, had 57,000 miles), and to add a bit of utility to my garage; so far, so good. It is a comfy car, which makes rather good MPG, considering the size, and has been reliable. It is less rugged as the images may show, but that is not the point anyway. It accomplishes what it sets out to be, a comfortable wagon with more utility than most.
Versatile Wagon
Corvallis, 09/29/2007
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Volvo XC70 was a huge upgrade for us - more safety, more comfort, more space, more reliability. My wife and I still really like this car. We justify the expense by having it as the only regular driver. Also more cost to purchase and I dread the first major repairs given the Volvo reputation. Friends say "expensive to fix, but worth fixing". Mileage is good for AWD, but the 99% use pattern as a commuter/road car makes the AWD hard to justify. Hope to use AWD more often in future. Great road trip car, very comfortable. Get about 20-22 mpg city/~26 mpg hwy. So far (over 4 years) haven't had major mechanical problems. Hoping this car lasts a long time - shooting for 15 years.
Lemon
Bruce Shaw, 06/25/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Volvo has agreed to take back my car under the lemon law. car will not start under 47 degrees temperature. Computer shuts down auto with every possible excuse as to what is wrong appearing on the consol. dealership and consulting engineers have been unable to locate problem. They are replacing the vehicle with a 2004 xc70.
Volvo Engine Seizing due to sludge
BeetleBaby, 03/07/2009
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
My Volvo wagon was ok until my engine SEIZED from sludge buildup at only 49000 miles. I had ALL oil and maintenance done 100% at the dealership and per their schedule This could be a problem with them all. Be very careful and ask about sludge and have them check for it. Having your oil changed regularly does not help, there is a problem with the engine running too hot in relation to the pollution control devices which basically cooks the oil to sludge.
2002 XC70 at 5,000 miles
powerpa, 03/04/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Pretty nice car, underpowered, could use a 3L six with the turbo/intercooler. HP in 2002 was 197hp or so, about 207 or so in 2003. Not enough for a 3800lb AWD car. HP should be 225 and up. Highway handling at speed can be a little bit sloppy, but acceptable. Car is essentially 95% FWD and then AWD (sort of) when you need it. Tends to drift left a lot in the fast lane - Volvo says it's because of 'road crown'. I don't buy it. Comfortable highway cruiser for long trips on cruise- control (as long as you don't drive in the fast lane - pulls left).
2003 Volvo XC
budrichard, 01/10/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 12 people found this review helpful
While the 700 charachter limitation is quite restrictive, suffice it to say that for an off road user wanting a low profile(kayak loading) safety and handling as well as Opera use, the XC is for us. We own two. Certainly our Jeep is more off road capable but it sits.
Great Alternative!
MicMadden, 02/25/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had gas-guzzling Range Rovers and Suburbans prior to our Cross Country and we really appreciate the total functionality of this wagon. It took us through a blizzard, navigating unplowed roads with 24 inches of new snow without a problem. In fact, we could not think of another car we would rather have been in. It is very comfortable and has good road manners. It is attractively styled if you select the right color to offset the racoon mask front cladding. Why pay a premium for the XC90? I guess if you need a 7 seater it might make sense.
Cross Country improvement
jfmakrp, 03/12/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a remarkable improvement over the last model type. The handling is agile and sure. The cabin is comfortable and roomy. The booster seats work terrifically for our 2 girls (we were thrilled to be rid of our portable booster seats). The car tackled this snowy winter without a single skid or slide. Excellent on long trips.
Best Car I've Ever Owned
Richardrogo, 07/12/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My prior car was a 1999 S80 on which everything broke, so I was hesitant to buy it, persuaded only by my test drive, it's sleek appearance, all-wheel drive and of course the discount in February. Nearly 6,000 miles on this car and it's the best car I've every owned. Solid, comfortable ride, Volvo safety, damn good looking in black, and that advanced all wheel drive to keep me from getting stuck in the snow again. What's more, this five cylinder 208 HP low pressure turbo wants to kick ass and I have to restrain myself at traffic lights. For me, this car offers more value and better looks than the SUV (sorry Volvo, this is the one you ought to promote)!!
XC70 Excellence
Nicholas, 03/13/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The new Volvo XC70 is a significant improvement over the 2002 model. I know. I just bought a 2003 after my wife had been driving a 2002 model over the past 14 months. The new car has a more powerful 2.5 liter turbo engine. The extra power boost makes the Cross Country a very responsive car indeed. Added to that, a completely redesigned all-wheel-drive system makes the vehicle a joy to drive in Boston's very snowy winter. That, added to supreme comfort and proven safety, make this car a wonderful choice. Why buy a full size SUV when a station wagon meets all your needs? The fuel economy of the smaller vehicle is good to have too.
XC70 kicks ass!
walterxc70, 03/13/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Moved to Syracuse 1600 mile roadtrip was effortless. Snow capability is outstanding. I bought the XC70 over the XC90 becuase I like the car handling. A "car" that needs rollover protection is is not a car.
Fun in Sun and Snow
Derek Johnson, 03/13/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I really enjoy my AWD V70 Volvo. It has been a pleasure to drive. We have had an ongoing problem with the sun roof leaking. The carpet has been replaced three times. The roof racks sold by Volvo whistle, which is a little disappointing. The dealership has indicated that they do not have a solution or a fix for the problem, which seems absurd. I have had to resort to rack pads to squelch the annoying hissing pitch. The performance in snow or icy conditions has been superb. Overall, it is a great car, a little underpowered, but fun to drive in either sun or snow.
Elegance Meets Common Sense
S. Baker, 03/22/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
For the price of admission, one gets some of the finest automotive engineering available on the planet. The vehicle handles extremely well in all situations, visibility is excellent, performance is more than adequate and does it with an eye towards fuel economy. Seating comfort is excellent even for my large 6'2" frame. Controls are easy to see and logically placed for access. Yes, the radio controls are "quirky" and take some getting used to, especially as it relates to changing stations. Using the steering wheel mounted controls simplifies this task once you have preset the stations.
Awesome
DougY D, 03/22/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am 6'4", 240 lbs, and I fit this vehicle nicely. Almost every new vehicle presents this challenge to me, either I have no headroom, or my shoulder hits the side beam. Not so on this baby, to quote James Brown " I FEeL GOOD". Power is good and milage is good, the upgraded stero is awesome!
excellent awd wagon
legend007, 04/12/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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Have 4,000 miles, so far no problems. Awd handles deep snow with no problems, feels very stable with wet conditions. Fuel economy could be better-have gotten 26 mph on skiing road trip.Car is so comfortable-definite long trip vehicle.Compared Subaru, VW passant 4- motion, Volvo was most comfortable- more room.
better than most
mabess, 09/15/2003
2003 Volvo XC70 AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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XC is a very nice car. Electrical not Volvo forte- three times in to fix door locks which locked for no reason- dealer claimed it might be loose change in my pocket! Scorpion tires must go-very poor wear. Steering is too loose. With that said, I'm picking up my new XC '04 end of month!
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