Overview & Reviews

Stone Gray bumpers and lower side trim replace last year's Slate Blue bumpers and trim. The grille has been redesigned, along with new headlamps (with new washers) and taillamps. Also new this year are brushed aluminum roof rails, flat-blade windshield wipers and aluminum skid plates. The front seats have been redesigned, along with the cruise control interface, center console and audio systems. A trip computer is now standard, and rear park assist, satellite radio preparation, a wood steering wheel, integrated booster seats, a rear-facing third-row seat, and a 40/20/40 rear seat are all stand-alone options. Real wood inlays replace last year's fake pieces in the Premium Package. A blind spot information system is added to the options list later in the model year.

• Superb seat comfort, extensive array of safety equipment, solid construction, strong brakes, excellent snow vehicle.

• High price, lacks the true off-road capability of an SUV, tight legroom in backseat.

User Reviews:

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  2005 Volvo XC70 - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By rtkcwhite - July 5 - 8:00 am

  The handling and comfort of this vehicle has surpassed our expectations. We traded a Suburban for this ride and we were worried about the reduced cargo space and to our suprise it packs vey nicely

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  They got me "For Life" - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By priusdriver101 - June 8 - 12:34 am

  I got an excellent deal on this XC70. The ride, seat comfort, power, and space make it the perfect vehicle. I only owned it for 1500 miles (It was an investment), but I am now sold on Volvo. I did have some issues: The siren stopped working (sunroof stopped working too because of this (weird, I know), and the timing belt needed to be replaced. Many people would say that wagons are lame, but this car has POWER. Fuel economy is just like any other Crossover SUV. The style is awesome. I wish mine had the Third row jump seat. And the nav. Great car. I have fallen for them, and now they have me "For Life"!

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  A wonderful CAR - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By Paulette Patterson - January 29 - 8:10 pm

  Ive had this car now for a month and it handles quite nicely. The mileage is great compared to my mercedes 230. It is very roomy and the special feature of the metal grip is wonderful for the elderly when they are trying to get into the car.

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  Big Problems with 05 XC70 - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By Drea88 - January 4 - 5:36 am

  I have had so many problems with my 2005 XC70, that I am w/o a car more than I am with one. This is my 3rd Volvo and the worst one so far. From the driver door coming open while I was driving twice to gas shooting in my face due to a faulty gas line and cut off. I think I would have been better off with a car that is 20 years old. My car is now inactive again ( every month) because of a faulty trans. Do you think that Volvo or the Volvo dealership will take it back. NO! It is a lemon but of course in PA the lemon law is so crazy that I cant do anything with this car but to leave it in my driveway, due to the numerous times that it breaks down and put myself and my family at risk. So buyer beware

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  Disaster - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By Polly - September 26 - 10:53 am

  There is a distinct delay when stepping on the gas pedal which can be a problem pulling out in heavy traffic. This car is truly terrible in the snow, seems to float, not in a good way. Changed the tires and this helped somewhat, but dont buy this car if you live in a snowy part of the country. Had over 100 "faults" in the computer electrical system recently, the dealer says this car is a computer on wheels and after over $500 (no parts in this cost) in computer software downloads cannot say if the problem will ever be totally fixed.

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  NASA on EARTH - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By George Karavitis - June 20 - 2:10 am

  Well im now 60 and went through many trials with all my vehicles, and they were many, This Volvo not like the rest! Volvo has done to the car, what NASA has succeeded to the space shutle, Long trips, comfortable, controls keep you company, they do everything without talking to you and at night they even relax your eyes, perfect ballance weight configuration, superb modulus of elasticity of the metal, sound and vibration minimal (dont feel it), not hard and stiff like the Mercedes or BMW, and soft like Lexus and most important it still caries the secret that only VOLVO owners know.

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  VolvosBest - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By Hcsaund - January 7 - 3:00 am

  I have owned a number of new Volvos. The 05 XC70 is the best handling of all. Its a fun car. A step up from a station wagon, not as big as an SUV.

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  Cross Country - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By Jon - August 11 - 1:40 pm

  Outstanding. Have been cross the country with it when we moved from Colorado to NY. Very secure in the snow and all other conditions. Lots of room for everything.

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  XC 70 is the best - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By debbie - July 11 - 8:20 am

  This car is comfortable and easy to drive. I feel safe in it and we can haul most anything in the back. It is great on long trips. It is not like a huge SUV but you get the same feel as an SUV without the bulk. I dont feel like Im in a station wagon either. It is the best of everything.

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  xc70 - 2005 Volvo XC70
  By abeland - May 30 - 8:03 am

  Huge trunk space, good ride confort, average fuel consumption, 11 li/100 Km, annoying vibration problem unsolved yet...