Used 2016 Volvo XC70 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2016 XC70, so we've included reviews for other years of the XC70 since its last redesign.
Safety First
FirstVolvo, 03/17/2017
2016 Volvo XC70 T5 Platinum 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Except for the fact that this unit must have some infrared sign saying 'Hit Me' in it, I am actually thrilled by the purchase. At 600 miles, before the first installment was due, a deer jumped in front of the car while it traveled 60 MPH. Front airbags deployed and car brought itself to safe stop. Two occupants, including a 93 y.o. man, climbed out unscathed and without post accident issues. Volvo safety operators immediately called the car and summoned police, EMT squad , and fire truck. Out of state repair at Volvo dealership in Syracuse NY was exemplary. Now with 13,000 miles, the car was rear ended by 1 ton pick up truck with dual rear wheels. XC-70 bumper and hitch took brunt of impact. Volvo drove home, but offending pick up was not so lucky. Volvo hitch saved much rear end damage and transferred much of the impact to the colliding vehicle. Dealership service in two different states has been excellent. This is an extremely safe and comfortable vehicle, although I could do without further safety system tests.
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Best Volvo Yet
Dhp, 01/25/2016
2016 Volvo XC70 T5 Platinum 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Professional review was correct - crossover substitute (in fact, XC70 is titled as a crossover). Super comfortable street-legal tank. Our last XC70 held up to an accident like a tank and this model seems even heavier and more stable.
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My Third XC70
Mike, 10/10/2016
2015 Volvo XC70 T5 Drive-E 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
One of the best overall packages available for people who like comfort, versatility and sport.
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My first impressions after 700 miles
Mitch Johns, 09/25/2015
2015 Volvo XC70 3.2 4dr Wagon AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 17 people found this review helpful
We purchased an XC 70 platinum T6 3 liter that had an EPA mpg at 17/24 mpg. We chose this car after purchasing two BMW X1s in 2014 and 2015. I was a bit worried about the mpg and that I would be consuming more gas and hurting the environment. Well after our first major road trip of 430 miles in CA from N. Ca, through Sacramento to Palo Alto, I was impressed. You have to know that this road trip is primarily major state and federal highways, on roads that are very bumpy, can be stressful, and very heavy with traffic. We obtained an overall round-trip gas mileage of 25.6 mpg with cruising speeds of 70-80 mph, and considerable stop and go on these interstates. Frankly consider this route to be one of the worst traveling itinerary that you could ever drive and put a car through. The best attribute of this car is the Volvo front car seats that are likely the most comfortable in a car. We purchased the car mostly for the front car seats as my wife has spinal issues that causes her great pain and discomfort about the third hour of a road trip. The seat comfort was the best of what could be expected given my wife's chronic aliments. I cannot say this for the back car seats as they are average, and the designers could have engineered more leg room for the rear passengers. Don't get the wrong impression, it is still better than the X1s that we have experienced. The auto runs smooth, plenty of acceleration, low road noise, and takes the highway bumps with little lingering memory. What I might be critical of is the steering as it is a bit light and you don't have intuitive feeling you get out of a performance car such as a BMW X1. The handling around curves is slightly above average, but you should slow down a bit if it is a tight curve as there is a slight body lean and response for you to take it more slower than a performance car. I have only 700 miles on the car and as you know, nothing is broken in yet, the engine especially. I will look forward to more (pleasurable) road trips and I anticipate that I will find the car much more superior and also expect to obtain slightly higher mpg on long road trips. There are no available safety ratings for this model, but it is a Volvo. The exterior body is very solid and the finish is excellent. We have learned much after purchasing three new cars in the last 24 months and anyone purchasing should do their homework in regards to invoice price, reviews of the car handling, etc.
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I love this car!! I own a 2006 and 16!
Lisa B, 05/03/2016
2016 Volvo XC70 T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
13 of 18 people found this review helpful
This car is comfy, rides like a dream, has great pick up and is spacious and easy.
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