Overview & Reviews
Last year's 2.4T model is now the 2.5T, with the same 208-horsepower engine as the AWD model. New option packages for the 2.5T include Convenience and Special Titanium trim packages -- both bundle a wide variety of desirable features, but the latter includes distinctive exterior cosmetic touches as well. Finally, bi-xenon headlights are now optional while the top-line Dolby audio system has been upgraded with more speakers and greater amplification.
- Superb comfort, wide variety of safety and luxury features, balanced ride and handling characteristics, available all-wheel drive.
- Gets expensive when you start adding options, tight rear legroom, turbo lag and torque steer in T5 model.
User Reviews:
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In a class of its own! - 2004 Volvo V70
By Balmer R - February 27 - 2:00 amAwd and 300hp, what a wonderful combination! This is not your average V70 or XC70. Traded my 2004 XC70 for a 2004 R and could not be any happier. The old fake wood interior finishing in the XC is replaced with real aluminum and wonderfully soft leather. Handling, even when not pushing the car to the limit, is much improved as well. Directional stability is on par with Volvos German rivals, not something I would say about the XC70. Take it for a spin... best wagon without spending >$60k for the S6 Avant.
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Sadly, a disappointment - 2004 Volvo V70
By Dave - January 23 - 6:36 amBeautiful car. Very comfortable. Fun to drive. Unfortunately, the engine would stall periodically and unpredictably. The dealer could never fix it and ignored the techical service bulletins I found on line describing the behavior. Huge blind spots that made merging with traffic a white knuckle experience. MPG could have been better. Vehicle maintenance was outrageously expensive.
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Perfect SUV Alternative; Great Quality - 2004 Volvo V70
By mobile36602 - January 21 - 2:00 amIncredible seat comfort, drive 10-12 hours without stiffness/fatigue. Performance excellent. Runs well on regular without pinging but using premium fuel enhances performance noticeably. Build quality superb...car delivered with zero defects, fit/finish is world class. Vehicle feels solid, safe, and very controllable in inclement weather and at high speeds. Fuel economy 19 city/24 mpg highway. Rain sensor wipers alleviate need for constant wiper speed adjustment. Best vehicle I have ever had. Great alternative for luxury car buyers who want high quality,slick styling, solidity, and comfort without the stigma of pretentiousness of a BMW or Mercedes.
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Do not buy 2004 2.5T AWD V70 - 2004 Volvo V70
By csanzo - October 9 - 11:25 amThis car was my dream car until at 103000 miles the engine simply died. It was in the shop for three months, EEC computer replaced, and another computer replaced and the flywheel was warped and replaced. Even after that - and a $3000 plus repair bill - no one could fix the car!! Any car that is not able to be repaired should never be sold!! DO NOT BUY!
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Bring on the snow! - 2004 Volvo V70
By jamm66 - September 15 - 2:00 am3rd Volvo, very happy so far. Interior takes a little getting used to, much different than older wagons. Stereo is wonderful, instrumentation plain but perfect, great ergonomic positioning. I have sport seats and highly recommend them, super comfortable, but arent all Volvo seats? Wagon is as versatile as ever, superb room and hauling capacity. 2.5T engine is a torque monster! Big improvement over the 2.4 in every area but fuel economy. GREAT ENGINE! The Haldex system is best in class. Effortless handling of snow and muck here in VT.
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Awesome Wagon! - 2004 Volvo V70
By jumpnup22 - September 9 - 2:00 amI was quite surprised with how great this automobile is! I have a Saleen mustang, so I know what some performance is! My wife wanted this car, so we traded the 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser for the V70R. I am overwhelmed with how much fun this car is to drive. It is easy to load, accelerates great, stops even better, and rides like a luxury car. All this, and it gets great gas mileage. I have a feeling this one will be in the family for quite a long time! If you can find one, BUY IT!
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300 hp big turns - 2004 Volvo V70
By MiamiTVR - August 22 - 9:16 amI have owned many Volvos. The 300 hp 6 speed is what got me into this one not to mention the fun blue leather. If the clutch had not gone out before 30K and Volvo not suggested it was my fault, had the lip of the wheels not stuck out further than the tires seeking out curbs to rub on, had the front spoiler not stuck out a couple of inches too far and one too low, had the paint and leather been Volvo-like and less prone to showing every slight rub as a permanent scar, had they made head rests and door pillars and mirrors so they could be seen around and, most importantly, had they designed it to turn in less space than a cruise ship I would have rated it higher. Pretty not Volvo tough.
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One of the best performance buys! - 2004 Volvo V70
By SleeperWagon - July 17 - 10:00 amOne of the best performance car buys on the market. It is also one of the best cars on the market. There are not many manual-transmission wagons on the market. Great engine, great AWD and the 6-speed is one of the best Ive ever used. The interior (Atacama) has gotten so many compliments I have long since lost count. The replacement for my 2001 Acura MDX was going to be this or the Infiniti FX35 and the decision really came down to exclusivity. While the FX is a phenomenal car, there are too many of them. I can count the number of Volvo Rs Ive seen on two hands. It also has a great sound system and an awesome adjustable suspension!
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Never ever would even think of a wagon ! - 2004 Volvo V70
By lap8312 - July 17 - 10:00 amI bought this car (my first Volvo) after having a Lincoln Navigator (over- priced piece of crap), I LOVE THIS CAR !!! It is fast, comfortable and sexy for station wagon (after limo tinting the windows), I AM NO soccer Mom, even though I have 3 kids, But, when people I know pick on my choice I take them for a ride (or let them drive it) AND well, they have a different perspective. Test drive one youll love it !! The ONLY down fall my Husband is 601" and he said that it is tight for him in the drivers seat,But that it is fun to drive. Ask a Dealer to crash pictures AMAZING people walk away !!!
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2004 Volvo V70R - 2004 Volvo V70
By Don Jones - June 28 - 10:00 amI say: CAR OF THE YEAR! My car keeps pace with the Boxter yet can handle a surprisingly big load. The 4C system is user friendly and the buttons are centrally located. The 6-spd manual transmission is smooth and practically guides itself into each gate. The seats are the most comfortable I have ever driven and provide ample support. Be sure to get the optional stereo upgrade: 325 watts of pure music enjoyment. I got the On-Call service, which has an integrated phone (steering wheel controls too). The dials are very cool, especially at night! The performance, innovation, safety and price are all trend-setters and superior to the competition.
