Overview & Reviews

The psuedo-SUV formerly known as Cross Country gets a new name this year, to align itself more seamlessly with Volvo's revised SUV nomenclature. Now called the XC70, this all-wheel-drive, luxury crossover vehicle can be equipped with dark tinted windows, rain-sensing wipers and a new telematics system named On-Call Plus. Crystal Green is the new color for 2003.

• Versatile all-wheel drive, superb comfort, plenty of safety equipment, solid construction, amazing braking ability.

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

User Reviews:

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  Awesome - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By DougY D - December 9 - 2:00 am

  I am 64", 240 lbs, and I fit this vehicle nicely. Almost every new vehicle presents this challenge to me, either I have no headroom, or my shoulder hits the side beam. Not so on this baby, to quote James Brown " I FEeL GOOD". Power is good and milage is good, the upgraded stero is awesome!

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  Elegance Meets Common Sense - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By S. Baker - December 9 - 2:00 am

  For the price of admission, one gets some of the finest automotive engineering available on the planet. The vehicle handles extremely well in all situations, visibility is excellent, performance is more than adequate and does it with an eye towards fuel economy. Seating comfort is excellent even for my large 62" frame. Controls are easy to see and logically placed for access. Yes, the radio controls are "quirky" and take some getting used to, especially as it relates to changing stations. Using the steering wheel mounted controls simplifies this task once you have preset the stations.

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  2003 Volvo Cross Country - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By mlalvar - November 28 - 2:06 am

  We bought this vehicle mostly because of Volvos safety ratings. Little did we know it would also be so much fun to drive and such a smooth ride. We are expecting our first child in a few weeks and wouldnt dream of having her ride in anything other than a Volvo. The gas mileage has been superb and the customer service from Volvo is top notch.

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  Forget SUVs, Volvo Aces the Test! - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By superdve - October 10 - 2:00 am

  We own 6 cars; every car we own is a performance car INCLUDING the XC70. Were STILL too sporty of a family for a minivan yet we DO need to haul a couple of kids and their gear. "Smallish" 2.5 Low Pressure Turbo cant hang with my AWD, Turbocharged 535 hp S10 project but neither can a Viper! :) BUT, this thing will do a sub 8 second 0-60 blast in cool weather! We observed 27 MPG on a trip at speeds of 75-80 mph. My wife has a lead foot and averages 18.2 miles per gallon in city driving. Handling of the "hi rider" XC70 is not "Vettelike" but it is passable and very safe in an emergency situation. The seats are AWESOME!

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  Family delight - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By Dhabi - September 15 - 2:00 am

  - a pleasure to drive; easy, silent and smooth. - a comprehensive large family car offering great room and outstanding safety. - remarkable power when pulling a heavy load (boat or trailor). - feels solid but not heavy to drive. - I am committed to car makers who are committed to sustainability in design and demonstrate an awareness of passenger, pedestrian and other road users personal safety and security in their design. - I have confidence in the history of the marque.

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  My little stylish Swedish utility tank! - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By Justin - July 10 - 9:13 am

  What an amazing wagon!!! Bought new straight out of Jim fisher Volvo back in 2002 and have absoulutly loved it ever since!!! I bought it for the reason that we wanted an overall safe wagon for the kids, that was awd and still ready for adventure. This thing is an absoulutly tank in the snow!!! Even on some of the steepest and iciest conditions this beast has never let me down getting up and down the mountain constantly going around struggling SUVs and is even better with studs! For being an 03, it is ahead of its time with all the features throughout it. I mean it has rear facing seats in the back!!! I would highly consider picking one of these guys up and you will never turn back!

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  Owner of Two XC70s speaks - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By mbrown - June 8 - 11:30 am

  We purchased 2 XC70s over a year ago and have only excellent things to report. Purchased the ext warranty on both. Had a problem with the transmission on one, but the dealer stuck with the issue and eventually changed the entire transmission for a new one, not a rebuild. Since then we have clocked over 50K each on both vehicles and have only had routine service done. I have run through snow so deep that it was at the top of my tires while hitting remote areas for cross country skiing and snow shoeing. Cars sit out all winter and both start at first crack of the key. Winter temps of -28C so far. A/C works great, sometimes above 40 C in Kamloops summers.

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  excellent awd wagon - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By legend007 - April 27 - 10:00 am

  Have 4,000 miles, so far no problems. Awd handles deep snow with no problems, feels very stable with wet conditions. Fuel economy could be better-have gotten 26 mph on skiing road trip.Car is so comfortable-definite long trip vehicle.Compared Subaru, VW passant 4- motion, Volvo was most comfortable- more room.

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  Our 03 XC70 is outstanding! - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By Hugo - January 14 - 11:33 am

  We are the second owner at 13,000 miles, bought it pre-certified with a 100K warranty and now have close to 26,000 miles. The car has not given us any problems at all, it has peformed extremely well in mostly heavy, city, Dallas TX driving; though the Pirelli Scorpion STR tires need to be replaced (dont recommend V-rated tires) at $150 a tire. The A/C is outstanding in 100 degree temps and still get 19 mpg in the city. We compared this vehicle to the Audi All- Road & BMW Wagons, both were over- priced; and the Range Rover which had too many poor maintenance & gas mileage reviews. The light turbo has plenty of kick (210 hp), were very happy with the overall performance of the Volvo XC70!

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  Best Car Ive Ever Owned - 2003 Volvo XC70
  By Richardrogo - June 20 - 10:00 am

  My prior car was a 1999 S80 on which everything broke, so I was hesitant to buy it, persuaded only by my test drive, its sleek appearance, all-wheel drive and of course the discount in February. Nearly 6,000 miles on this car and its the best car Ive every owned. Solid, comfortable ride, Volvo safety, damn good looking in black, and that advanced all wheel drive to keep me from getting stuck in the snow again. Whats more, this five cylinder 208 HP low pressure turbo wants to kick ass and I have to restrain myself at traffic lights. For me, this car offers more value and better looks than the SUV (sorry Volvo, this is the one you ought to promote)!!