Overview & Reviews

A new high-performance model, the V70R, making 300 horsepower, will be available later in the year. A leather-wrapped steering wheel and an audio unit with a CD and cassette player grace the interior of the 2.4 and 2.4T. The latter also gets real wood trim. For the all-wheel-drive version, the 2.4 turbocharged engine receives a small bump in displacement and horsepower. Rain-sensing wipers and OnCall Plus (the telematics system) are available, and two new colors, Titanium Grey and Ruby Red, brighten the exterior.

• Superb comfort, plenty of safety equipment, solid construction, available all-wheel drive.

• Gets expensive when you start adding options, tight rear legroom.

User Reviews:

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  OK, but Not Like the Good Old Days - 2003 Volvo V70
  By VolvoGrl - July 5 - 6:13 pm

  I bought the V70 after owning a 240 wagon. The V70 is OK, but its not like the old days. The car is comfortable and gas mileage is great for something this size. I am, however, disappointed in Volvos apparent decline in quality. Ive had to return to the dealer about 5 times in the first two and a half years to replace shoddy parts, including the steering wheel which just sort of crumbled and the power steering reservoir which cracked. Brakes went at 40k. After owning only Volvos in my adult life, will I buy another? Sadly, no. I think Volvo now delivers American quality with a European price tag.

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  Our Family Car - 2003 Volvo V70
  By Arne Fagerli - July 10 - 7:20 pm

  We bought this car almost a year ago and have driven 10,000 miles with it. 1,000 miles into the ownership the automatic transmission had to be replaced. I am so happy that we bought warranty on the car, so all we had to pay was the $250 deductable. We love the practicality of the Volvo V70. We have a baby, so space is very important and this car has enough space for the 3, the stroller and then some. The interior is nice, super comfortable seats and very good sound from the premium sound system. It is also a big plus to have the original navigation system, which is hard to find on used Volvos. My only complaint is the quality. It is far from the level of Honda. Other than that it is great

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  A Good Solid Car - 2003 Volvo V70
  By Chicago Matt - November 1 - 10:00 am

  I have owned this car for about three months. It spends most of its time in the city, where it does very well. Where it really shines, however, is on the highway. We took a 2,000 mile trip and it was amazing - comfortable, smooth, quiet and fun to drive in the mountains. On the highway, I got 28 mpg. In town, it is closer to 16 mpg (all stop and go). The acceleration makes it fun to drive. The brakes are awesome. I would recommend this car to anyone looking for a solid, high-quality and versatile people and stuff mover (who doesnt want an SUV or minivan).

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  Fun while it lasted - 2003 Volvo V70
  By Dave from DTown - November 9 - 12:53 pm

  I have absolutely loved driving this car. Very comfortable and so solid on the road. However at 101,000 miles the transmission must be completely replaced at a cost almost equal to the entire trade in value. At 7 years old, with this mileage, I no longer have a warranty, and will probably donate the car to charity. I love the car but think that maintenance costs have been excessive over the four years I have owned it. I probably wont buy another Volvo, but if I do I will get rid of it before the warranty runs out.

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  Great road trip car - 2003 Volvo V70
  By NJ V70 Owner - June 18 - 10:00 am

  Generally very happy with car. Superb seats, great ride and handling, very comfortable on trips. Both my wife and I have safely completed evasive maneuvers that would have been trouble in other vehicles. Better equipped and more comfortable than other cars in price range. Child booster seats are a great feature. Great gas mileage - approaching 30 mpg on trips. Comes at the expense of acceleration though, which is just adequate. Only major gripes are and engine courseness and reflection off light taupe dashboard. Resorted to polarized sunglasses. It doesnt bother my wife, however. Upside is that the light leather interior looks great.

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  Very comfy - 2003 Volvo V70
  By woodchuckscout - September 3 - 2:00 am

  Its big and drives like a tank, the fuel economy is pretty good, however if you open the sun/moon roof all the way back, it creates a funny wind effect sound, annoying.

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  Its better than a truck! - 2003 Volvo V70
  By Lumbering along - August 28 - 2:00 am

  Volvo V70 2.4 T Black with Black Drives a bit better than a truck and easier to park. Its an attractive car that really shines when you have people and things to move. Its huge! I guess you dont buy a VOLVO for fun and this new model proves it. I have about 1,000k on it and if it turns out to be reliable ill be happy about my decision to purchase a VOLVO. Its still better than a truck!