Overview & Reviews

The XC70 remains unchanged except for the addition of bi-xenon headlights to the options list and a revised steering system.

• Versatile all-wheel drive, superb comfort, extensive array of safety equipment, solid construction, excellent brakes.

• High price, lacks the true off-road capability of an SUV, odd control placement.

User Reviews:

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  Jamie McBride - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By Jamie McBride - December 3 - 10:00 am

  I love my volvo. I feel so safe driving it. I have two small children and they love our car two. When they have friends stay over we have the third row seating so extra seating room. It is great. The only thing I do not like about the car is the soccer mom look of the exterior. I wish the bumper was not wrapped in the plastic look either

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  So far, so good - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By DarylH - October 2 - 10:00 am

  After driving SUVs and trucks for the past 10 years, this is a pleasant change (after some getting used to). Drives beautifully, great gas mileage.Cant say I like the geartronic feature. As other have indicated, its somewhat difficult to use and there is a lag before shifting.

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  My first Volvo - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By puff - September 26 - 10:00 am

  This fits me like a glove, there is nothing I dont like about this car!! Even the dogs like their cordoned off kennel in back.

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  Good Car - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By OLDDOG - August 14 - 10:00 am

  This car is billed as a wagon, but it has the advantages of an SUV. The big secret or surprise is that it has almost as much ground clearance as the Volvo SUV (only .07 of an inch difference).

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  Great Value - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By Carfan111 - August 2 - 2:00 am

  After 2 weeks, everything is great. Love the sure footed traction, handling and looks. Very utilitarian companion.

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  My 2nd XC & Third Volvo - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By Steve G - July 8 - 10:00 am

  Bought the 2003 to replace my 2000 and boy am I glad I did. Although the 2000 was a really nice car, it does not compare to the 2003. Roomier interior and great looking exterior make it a great option over an SUV. After driving Pathfinders and Explorers for 10 years, I can not imagine going back to an SUV. Great in the snow (anyone who lives in the NYC area can attest to the winter we had) as well as dry pavement..

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  Beware of the Bills - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By NeverAgain - February 18 - 5:23 am

  The Xc-70 has been a very expensive car to repair with many part failures conveniently occurring right after warranty expiration. Dealer promised to cover but then reneged. Will never deal with Volvo again. Brakes on car are poor full replacement every 30K miles. Would expect more from the safest car in the world. Many other cars that are quieter, better mileage and overall more reliable than this. Deeply disgusted

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  No longer driving an SUV - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By mhldca - January 13 - 10:00 am

  Very nice creature comforts for the little ones and Mom, great handling and power with the LP turbo for Dad. Mom likes the extra room the wagon has for the dog and groceries on the beach weekends, and the last Volvo a family member owned lasted 350K miles.

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  Not an Audi - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By WT - September 22 - 11:16 pm

  My previous car was an Audi 200 quattro avant and on paper this car is very close. In reality it not even a contest. It does nothing as well as the almost 15 year older car. Big delay from start, bad handling, lighter modern brakes - yuk! The controls are cheap and all work backwards. And then there is the seat which always wants to move away from the last driver when you get in. They even blew the armrests. Blows light bulbs for some strange reason. Gas mileage OK though. Going back to a real european car and getting rid of this Ford!

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  Kid Again Feeling - 2004 Volvo XC70
  By Scooters - August 9 - 10:00 am

  Finally bought it.Always liked the XC70.My Wife and son were in an MVA recently in her Volvo S40 with an SUV and the S40 held up amazingly.Any other car in the S40 class would have yielded far more severe injuries. Volvos safety is first class. We chose to replace the S40 with another Volvo, more family practical vehicle. As much as I enjoy my SUV, SUVs cannot compete with the XC70.Rides the way we all wish SUVs should.Accelerates, brakes& corners like many sedans.Feels as comfortable as many luxury vehicles.Great driving experience.And knowing that my wife and son are in one of the safest vehicles on the road, the best feeling. No SUV rollovers.