Overview & Reviews

The Volvo XC70 is completely redesigned for 2008. Based largely on the new S80's platform, the 2008 XC70 is larger, has a new engine and boasts more safety features including hill-descent control and built-in child booster seats.

• Superb seat comfort, generous cargo capacity for a wagon, state-of-the-art safety features, strong brakes, excellent poor-weather vehicle.

• Not much power for this price range, lackluster fuel economy, modest handling, minimal off-road capability despite raised suspension.

User Reviews:

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  Upgrade - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By tevis - May 31 - 6:56 pm

  Ive only had this car for a few weeks but I love it. Selected it, narrowly, over a Subaru Outback Limited because of the extra rear seat room and trunk space. This car has a beautiful fit and finish, both inside and out. The controls are well laid out and ergonomic. It lacks good acceleration but the engine has real power on the highway. Its no sports car, but drives nicely, is quiet, and luxurious. After suffering through five years with an Audi Allroad that was a mechanical nightmare (just say no!) I am expecting a much better experience with this car. So far, so good.

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  Overall, Not Bad - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By revolver - May 9 - 2:46 pm

  Weve had Volvo sedans before, put this is our first wagon. Its a tank. I cant imagine a sturdier, more substantial vehicle. Its outstanding in rain and youre 100% confident in matters of traction and handling all the time. Amazingly comfortable overall. My issues? A perpetual rattle in the cargo area. Had it serviced, but the fix lasted only one day. Going back in again soon. Mileage? I had to shut off the display so I wouldnt cry- -long stretches on local roads at 6MPG. I probably average 16MPG overall. Would I recommend it? Yes, but think hard if youre mostly puttering around town because of the mileage.

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  A brand new XC 70 - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By Phil Labelle - December 18 - 8:56 am

  I got the car last week. Since then, it has snowed almost everyday. The car handles well in the snow and is very well balanced. So far so good! I will update this review later.

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  Middle-of-the-road all around performer - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By bigbuddha - October 15 - 11:50 pm

  1. The 235 hp engine is high on torque but low on kick. Acceleration comes with pretty noticable noise that is at least two notches louder on the car radio scale (i.e. you have to tune the radio louder by at least that much to hear the same volume) 2. NOTE THIS: in a stop-and-go situation (e.g. congested highway), you may feel not-infrequent jerking. It is as if the auto transmission doesnt know which gear to engage. This is particularly so if you just let go the brake or tap on the gas slightly.

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  Good enough to buy again - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By Schubtone - November 14 - 1:40 am

  Weve had this car for just shy of two years and have always liked it much more than the auto mag reviewers. It fits our familys needs perfectly. Its my wifes daily driver and she appreciates the tank like solidity and the overall sense of quality it exudes. The front seats may be the most comfortable of any car out there, especially for long trips. We make many trips to the ski slopes a year and the AWD makes this Volvo unstoppable. The boxy interior configuration is very efficient, great for hauling all sorts of stuff. A great “does it all” vehicle. Not particularly sporty or fuel efficient but very luxurious. That’s why we’re getting another now that our lease is coming to an end.

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  Love the car but.... - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By antrow - October 20 - 7:06 pm

  The car only has 1950 miles on it and it was in the shop four times for a clunking/popping sound coming from the front end on turns and some rattles. I think they may have finally fixed it by replacing the front subframe rear bushings and both control arms. I love the luxurious ride and interior but the gas mileage is only averaging 18 at best and that is with 50-75% highway. The car has some nice features such as the Blind Spot Warning System, Personal Car Communicator and remote tailgate.

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  Fantastic Volvo - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By Rawfish - June 20 - 6:30 am

  Bought mine new and have had absolutely no issues at all. As for power, its a bit weak and my 2001 XC70 with the turbo was much faster, but all in all its enough. Super safe...that is the main reason I got it. No ONE beats Volvo on that so Ill trade speed (I also had a S60R) for safety.

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  2008 xc 70 - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By peterdal - March 10 - 9:50 am

  Solid car protected me during off- set/head-on 55 MPH collision on 101 north of Hopland, CA. Other driver decided to make a u-turn on 101! Car took the crash well. Felt like I was in a vault. Slightly underpowered, needs turbo. Got same model again with more options.

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  Mixed Bag... Love the car but... - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By Antrow - December 18 - 6:33 am

  The 08 XC70 is very comfortable and has some nice features such as the keyless entry and go, Blind Spot Warning System and power tailgate. It is a nice looking wagon although I am not a fan of the black plastic cladding on the sides. The interior is very comfortable and clean looking. My car started off with rattles and a clunking and popping sound coming from the front end. Most of the rattles were toned down by the service department. The front end issues has caused the car to be in the shop four times and it is currently there today. It is our first winter storm and I had to drive out Prius to work :-(. Volvo has been no help with the front end issue. I have 1900 miles on the car.

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  Overall Excellent - 2008 Volvo XC70
  By BrettW - April 29 - 6:30 am

  Overall, this vehicle has been excellent. I purchased it with 10,000 miles on it and have added another 12,000 in the past 9 months. The car handles snow like a champ- in fact much better than the touted Subaru all wheel drive system (I traded in a 2007 Legacy for this car). It is slightly underpowered off the line, but at 55 miles per hour and above this car has plenty of torque to pass on tough Colorado mountain passes. The interior design and quality is excellent, and the seats are everything you expect from a Volvo. They wholeheartedly live up to their expectation. Only issues have been a few rattles and squeaks and a defective speaker that the dealer solved.