Volvo V70#Second generation .282000.E2.80.932007.29

{{Infobox automobile

| name = First generation

| image = Volvo V70 front 20080801.jpg

| alt = Front passenger side view of silver V70

| caption = 1999 Volvo V70 (Germany)

| aka = Volvo V70 XC

| production = {{ubl |1996–2000
373,689 units|V70: 1996–2000 (319,832 units)|V70 XC: 1997–2000 (53,857 units){{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/49838/volvo-v70-gen-iv70xc-1996-20001 |title=Volvo V70 GEN I / V70XC (1996–2000) |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=27 June 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150208214320/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/49838/volvo-v70-gen-iv70xc-1996-20001 |archive-date=2015-02-08 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}}}}

| model_years = {{ubl |1997–2000 (V70)|1998–2000 (V70 XC)}}

| designer = {{ubl

|Peter Horbury (exterior){{cite AV media |language=en |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoHWq8WoGeQ |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/QoHWq8WoGeQ |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=1997 Volvo V70 first look & designer interview |publisher=Men and Motors |others=Presenter: Mike Rutherford |type=Television production |date=1997 |via=YouTube |access-date=2017-07-12 }}{{cbignore}}

|José Luis Diaz de la Vega (interior){{cite AV media |language=en |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJTZ-hkUSMY |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/lJTZ-hkUSMY |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=CarFile 07/13/1998 |publisher=Men and Motors |others=Presenter: Mike Rutherford |type=Television production |minutes=18:45 |date=13 July 1998 |via=YouTube |access-date=2017-07-12 }}{{cbignore}}{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5056 |title=CVs and Biographies – The inside Story, Barcelona 2005 |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=1 August 2005 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150209165222/http://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5056 |archive-date=2015-02-09 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}}

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| platform = Volvo P80 platform{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvotechinfo.com/index.cfm?event%3DviewFile%26fileName%3DTJ19245-2014-02-06.pdf%26hash%3D56909628D48CBD483FEBEE3D4F44ED25 |title=Vehicle type and platform identification |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141120222445/https://www.volvotechinfo.com/index.cfm?event=viewFile&fileName=TJ19245-2014-02-06.pdf&hash=56909628D48CBD483FEBEE3D4F44ED25 |archive-date=2014-11-20 |access-date=2018-01-03 |url-status=usurped}}

| assembly = {{ubl

|Sweden: Torslanda (Torslandaverken)

|Belgium: Ghent (VCG){{cite web |language=sv |url=https://www.nyteknik.se/industri/volvo-i-gent-bast-i-europa-6465186 |title=Volvo i Gent bäst i Europa |trans-title=Volvo in Gent best in Europe |publisher=NY TEKNIK |first=Hans | last = Dahlquist |website=nyteknik.se |date=14 October 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171126193737/https://www.nyteknik.se/industri/volvo-i-gent-bast-i-europa-6465186 |archive-date=2017-11-26 |access-date=2017-11-26 |url-status=live}}

|Canada: Halifax (VHA){{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.autointell.com/european_companies/volvo_cars/volvo-mfg/volvo-halifax-closure.htm |title=Volvo closes final assembly plant in Halifax, Canada |website=autointell.com |date=9 September 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160406032446/http://www.autointell.com/european_companies/volvo_cars/volvo-mfg/volvo-halifax-closure.htm |archive-date=2016-04-06 |access-date=2017-10-08 |url-status=live}}

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| wheelbase = {{ubl |1997–2000 FWD: |{{convert|2664|mm|1|abbr=on}} |1997–1998 AWD: |{{convert|2662|mm|1|abbr=on}} |1999–2000 AWD: |{{convert|2654|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| length = {{ubl |1997–1998: {{convert|4722|mm|1|abbr=on}} |1999–2000: {{convert|4729|mm|1|abbr=on}} |             XC: {{convert|4735|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| width = {{convert|1761|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{ubl |{{convert|1427|-|1453|mm|1|abbr=on}} |R: {{convert|1433|-|1453|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|1481|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| weight = {{ubl |FWD:{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_SV70/98sv70_137.htm#pg139 |title=1998 S70 & V70 |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |page=139 |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071014233030/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_SV70/98sv70_137.htm#pg139 |archive-date=2007-10-14 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}} |{{convert|1410|-|1518|kg|lb|abbr=on}} |AWD:{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_SV70/99sv70_137.htm#pg139 |title=1999 S70 & V70 |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |page=139 |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101116175353/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_SV70/99sv70_137.htm#pg139 |archive-date=2010-11-16 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}} |{{convert|1702|-|1850|kg|lb|abbr=on}}}}

| engine = {{ubl |Petrol |2.0–2.5L I5 |Bi-Fuel |2.4L I5 |Diesel |2.5L I5}}

| transmission = {{ubl

|Manual

|5-speed Volvo M56 / M58 / M59

|Automatic

|4-speed Aisin AW50-42LE{{cite web |language=en |url=https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2012/SB-10037893-7638.pdf |title=SB-10037893-7638 |via=NHTSA |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=static.nhtsa.gov |pages=4–5 |date=4 October 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180102210900/https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2012/SB-10037893-7638.pdf |archive-date=2018-01-02 |access-date=2018-01-02 |url-access=limited |url-status=live}}

|5-speed Aisin AW55-50SN

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| predecessor = Volvo 850 estate

| related = {{ubl |Volvo S70 |Volvo C70}}

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The first generation V70 was an improved development on the basis of the Volvo 850 estate.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.vlvworld.com/indexframe.html?850/Production.htm |title=Volvo 850, S70, V70 |website=vlvworld.com |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150701024348/http://www.vlvworld.com/indexframe.html?850%2FProduction.htm |archive-date=2015-07-01 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} Its overall design became more rounded doing away with the 850's square edges. Among the many changes were a completely revised front end, fully painted bumpers and side trim and clear indicator lenses all around. Most of the interior was redesigned, with new seats, door panels and dashboard.{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/970104.html |title=Pumpad av skönhetsrådet |trans-title=Pumped by the beauty queen |publisher=Auto, Motor, Sport |first = Mikael | last = Stjerna |date=January 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171126193348/http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/970104.html |archive-date=2017-11-26 |access-date=2017-11-26 |url-status=live}} According to Volvo a total of 1800 changes were made.

Standard equipment was improved significantly with remote central locking, heated and electrically adjustable mirrors, two front- and two side airbags,{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.volvocars.com/safety/ |title=Volvo Safety |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=volvocars.com |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19980202013602/http://www.volvocars.com/safety/ |archive-date=1998-02-02 |access-date=2015-09-26 |url-status=dead}} power brakes with ABS and power windows being standard on every car.{{cite press release |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_releases/1998_release_1.html |title=The Volvo S70 and V70 – new cars, new names, new features |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=August 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170926235703/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_releases/1998_release_1.html |archive-date=2017-09-26 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} Trim levels varied for each market as did equipment levels of the most basic trims. In the United States, the badging denoted the engine variant, and to some extent the equipment level, whereas in Europe engines and options could be chosen individually. In all markets more powerful versions received better or upgraded standard equipment.{{cite AV media |language=fr |url=http://www.turbo.fr/emission-turbo/415616-emission-turbo-du-04-01-1997-volvo-berline-s70-break-v70-chrysler-viper-gts-r.html |title=Emission Turbo du 04/01/1997: Volvo berline S70, break V70, Chrysler Viper GTS R |trans-title=Turbo Issue 04/01/1997: Volvo S70 sedan, V70 estate, Chrysler Viper GTS R |website=turbo.fr |medium=Motion picture |date=4 January 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170926235433/http://www.turbo.fr/emission-turbo/415616-emission-turbo-du-04-01-1997-volvo-berline-s70-break-v70-chrysler-viper-gts-r.html |archive-date=2017-09-26 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} The T5 and R were the series high-performance models.

Small cosmetic and major technical changes were introduced for the 1999 model year. The Volvo logo on the front grille was redesigned, the square XC-style roof rails replaced the rounded version and black edge stickers on the rear doors were removed. Volvo improved the SRS-system airbags by introducing dual stage deployment logic for the front airbags,{{cite press release |language=en |url=https://volvo.custhelp.com/app/manuals/OwnersManual/om_id/930 |title=The Volvo S70 and V70: Continuing the Volvo tradition of constant improvement |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=volvo.custhelp.com |date=October 1998 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20171223215735/http://volvo.custhelp.com/app/manuals/OwnersManual/om_id/930 |archive-date=2017-12-23 |access-date=2017-10-25 |url-status=live}} and its second generation, side impact protection system side airbag{{cite press release |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_releases/1999_release_3.html |title=Engineering and technological innovation are hallmarks of the 1999 Volvo line-up |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=October 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071102070956/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_releases/1999_release_3.html |archive-date=2007-11-02 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} (SIPS-BAG II), whose volume was increased to offer better protection.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.volvogroup.com/group/global/en-gb/newsmedia/pressreleases/previous/1998/_layouts/CWP.Internet.VolvoCom/NewsItem.aspx?News.ItemId=22963&News.Language=en-gb |title=Second-Generation Sips-Bag protects both chest and head |publisher=Volvo Group AB |website=volvogroup.com |date=17 July 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150221210232/http://www.volvogroup.com/group/global/en-gb/newsmedia/pressreleases/previous/1998/_layouts/CWP.Internet.VolvoCom/NewsItem.aspx?News.ItemId=22963&News.Language=en-gb |archive-date=2015-02-21 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=dead}} A whiplash protection system (WHIPS) was also introduced as part of the standard equipment. New engine management systems with drive-by-wire throttle replaced the mechanical throttle on all petrol turbo models. The anti-lock braking system (ABS) was upgraded from a three-channel to a four-channel system,{{cite press release |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_releases/1999_release_8.html |title=The Volvo S70 and V70: Continuing the Volvo tradition of constant improvement |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=October 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160908102540/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_releases/1999_release_8.html |archive-date=2016-09-08 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} and an upgraded traction control now called STC (Stability Traction Control) was introduced. All-wheel drive models received thicker rear brake discs and redesigned rear calipers. The 4-speed automatic transmissions were upgraded to adaptive shift logic, replacing the previous three-mode selection.

For the 2000 model year, a new 5-speed automatic transmission{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_sv70/00sv70_09.htm#pg137 |title=2000 Volvo S & V70 |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |page=137 |date=1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061022141819/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_sv70/00sv70_09.htm#pg137 |archive-date=2006-10-22 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} with adaptive shift logic was introduced. It was only available on non-turbo, front-wheel drive models and the 2000 V70 R AWD.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_SV70/00sv70_09.htm#pg137 |title=2000 Volvo S & V70 |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |page=137 |date=1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061022141819/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_sv70/00sv70_09.htm#pg137 |archive-date=2006-10-22 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} The naturally aspirated 10V engine was replaced by a detuned 20V variant. Drive-by-wire throttle was introduced for all non-turbo petrol engines. The 2.0L V70 XC was discontinued.

The standard V70 was available with a variety of engines, gearboxes and equipment.{{cite web |language=fi |url=http://www.ajovalo.net/Mallit/Kuvat/99SV70Colours.jpg |title=CT |format=JPG |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160313132232/http://www.ajovalo.net/Mallit/Kuvat/99SV70Colours.jpg |archive-date=2016-03-13 |access-date=2018-01-01 |url-status=dead}} The standard configuration was front-wheel drive.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.volvocars.com/models/v70.frameset.html |title=1998 V70 – powerful versatility |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=volvocars.com |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19980202065308/http://www.volvocars.com/models/v70.frameset.html |archive-date=1998-02-02 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=dead}} An all-wheel drive version{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.car.volvo.se/cars/v70awd/ |title=Volvo V70 AWD |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=car.volvo.se |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19971017185713/http://www.car.volvo.se/cars/v70awd/ |archive-date=1997-10-17 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=dead}} badged as V70 AWD was available.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/10669/1990-1999-a-historical-review |title=Historic review: Volvo 1990–1999 |website=media.volvocars.com |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |date=8 January 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150210161906/http://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/10669/1990-1999-a-historical-review |archive-date=2015-02-10 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.4wdonline.com/Volvo/V70.html |title=Volvo V70 AWD |website=4wdonline.com |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19990506212041/http://www.4wdonline.com/Volvo/V70.html |archive-date=1999-05-06 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} For some markets Volvo offered a diesel version badged as V70 TDI.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/pdf/brochures/Volvo1998-9.pdf |title=Volvo Range |publisher=Volvo Car UK Ltd. |page=19 |date=September 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20051029164700/http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/pdf/brochures/Volvo1998-9.pdf |archive-date=2005-10-29 |access-date=2017-09-07 |url-status=live}} In countries such as Italy, with high taxes on cars with more than a 2.0L engine capacity, special petrol models with a 2000 cc engine capacity were offered. This included a 2.0T and a 2.0L T5 version, the latter with a slightly lower power output than the 2.3L variant. An optional third row seat{{cite news |language=en |url=https://www.nytimes.com/1999/05/19/automobiles/from-mother-s-ugly-duckling-to-chic-and-expensive-swan.html |title=From Mother's Ugly Duckling To Chic and Expensive Swan |first=Jack | last = Smith |website=The New York Times |date=19 May 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170917081746/http://www.nytimes.com/1999/05/19/automobiles/from-mother-s-ugly-duckling-to-chic-and-expensive-swan.html |archive-date=2017-09-17 |access-date=2017-12-29 |url-access=limited |url-status=live}} increased occupant capacity from five to seven seats while reducing underfloor storage space in the trunk.{{cite web |language=fr, en, nl, de |url=http://accessories.volvocars.com/LegacyCatalog/Pdf/X70_packnload_FR_GB_NL_DE.pdf |title=X70 pack'n'load FR/GB/NL/DE |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=accessories.volvocars.com |type=Accessories brochure |pages=78–84 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150724015801/http://accessories.volvocars.com/LegacyCatalog/Pdf/X70_packnload_FR_GB_NL_DE.pdf |archive-date=2015-07-24 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}}

With the V70 Bi-Fuel{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/awards/4142 |title=Volvo S70 and V70 Bi-fuel |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=1 January 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170907215006/https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/awards/4142 |archive-date=2017-09-07 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/volvonews11.shtml |title=Volvo V70 BiFuel CNG. New S80 engines |publisher=Volvo Car UK Ltd. |website=volvoclub.org.uk |date=Spring 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060927103329/https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/volvonews11.shtml |archive-date=2006-09-27 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} Volvo continued{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.theaa.com/staticdocs/pdf/carreports/AA_REPORTS/VOLVO_V70_BI-FUEL_R9811A.PDF |title=Car Test: Volvo V70 Bi-Fuel |quote=R98811A |publisher=The Automobile Association |website=theaa.com |pages=1–3 |date=February 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170907213040/https://www.theaa.com/staticdocs/pdf/carreports/AA_REPORTS/VOLVO_V70_BI-FUEL_R9811A.PDF |archive-date=2017-09-07 |access-date=2017-12-20 |url-status=live}} to offer a factory compressed natural gas (CNG){{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.theaa.com/staticdocs/pdf/carreports/AA_REPORTS/VOLVO_V70_BI-FUEL_R9811A.PDF |title=Car test – Volvo V70 Bi-Fuel |publisher=The Automobile Association |website=theaa.com |date=February 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170907213040/http://www.theaa.com/staticdocs/pdf/carreports/AA_REPORTS/VOLVO_V70_BI-FUEL_R9811A.PDF |archive-date=2017-09-07 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} powered car. A {{convert|95|litre|gal|adj=mid}} tank{{cite web |language=de |url=http://www.autobild.de/bilder/volvo-v70-bi-fuel-5398.html#bild3 |title=Nimm Zwei |trans-title=Take Two |publisher=AutoBild |website=autobild.de |date=12 February 2002 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170907215355/http://www.autobild.de/bilder/volvo-v70-bi-fuel-5398.html#bild3 |archive-date=2017-09-07 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} installed in the trunk{{cite web |language=en |url=https://web.mscsoftware.com/support/library/conf/auto99/p00499.pdf |title=Fatigue Life Analysis of Volvo S80 Bi-Fuel |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation | first1=Mikael | last1 = Fermér | first2 = Graeme | last2 = McInally | first3 = G. | last3 = Sandin |website=mscsoftware.com |date=20 September 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170907131620/https://web.mscsoftware.com/support/library/conf/auto99/p00499.pdf |archive-date=2017-09-07 | url-status=live}} allowed for a claimed range of {{convert|250|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}{{cite web |language=en |url=https://apvgn.pt/wp-content/uploads/iangv_rep_part5.pdf |title=GAS FUELLED VEHICLES – GENERAL |website=apvgn.pt |pages=76, 83–84 |date=31 March 2000 |archive-url=http://arquivo.pt/wayback/20160513110950/http://apvgn.pt/wp%2Dcontent/uploads/iangv_rep_part5.pdf |archive-date=2016-05-13 |access-date=2017-09-07 |url-status=live}} running on CNG only.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.volvogroup.com/SiteCollectionDocuments/VGHQ/Volvo%20Group/Volvo%20Group/Our%20values/Environment/Environmental%20Data%20Report%201997.pdf |title=Environmental Report 1997 |publisher=Volvo AB |website=volvogroup.com |type=Company report |pages=8–12 |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160806002127/http://www.volvogroup.com/SiteCollectionDocuments/VGHQ/Volvo%20Group/Volvo%20Group/Our%20values/Environment/Environmental%20Data%20Report%201997.pdf |archive-date=2016-08-06 |access-date=2017-09-07 |url-status=dead}} Due to the bulky tank, rear cargo space was reduced considerably.{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://teknikensvarld.se/wp-content/uploads/import/images/global/nyheter/2014/04/25/gastank-i-bil-volvo-v70-bi-fuel.jpg |title=Gastank i bil Volvo V70 Bi-Fuel |trans-title=Gas tank in Volvo V70 Bi-Fuel |website=teknikensvarld.se |date=25 April 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170305040836/http://teknikensvarld.se/wp-content/uploads/import/images/global/nyheter/2014/04/25/gastank-i-bil-volvo-v70-bi-fuel.jpg |archive-date=2017-03-05 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=dead}}{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://teknikensvarld.se/manga-fina-gasbilar-riskerar-att-skrotas-116580/ |title=Många fina gasbilar riskerar att skrotas |trans-title=Many nice gas cars are likely to be scrapped |first=Mikael | last = Stjerna |website=teknikensvarld.se |date=25 April 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140702092741/http://teknikensvarld.se/manga-fina-gasbilar-riskerar-att-skrotas-116580/ |archive-date=2014-07-02 |access-date=2017-09-29 |url-status=live}} Drivers could choose whether their car ran on petrol or CNG at the touch of a button.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://apvgn.pt/wp-content/uploads/iangv_rep_part1.pdf |title=Exhaust emissions from natural gas vehicles |publisher=IANGV Technical Committee |first1=Nils-Olof | last1 = Nylund | first2 = Alex | last2 = Lawson |website=apvgn.pt |date=31 March 2000 |archive-url=http://arquivo.pt/wayback/20160513110856/http://apvgn.pt/wp%2Dcontent/uploads/iangv_rep_part1.pdf |archive-date=2016-05-13 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} On Bi-Fuel models the temperature gauge in the instrument cluster was replaced by a level gauge for the gas tank.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/photos/6463 |title=Volvo S70/V70 – Dashboard Bi-Fuel |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=5 September 2001 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304115645/http://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/photos/6463 |archive-date=2016-03-04 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |language=ja |url=http://www.motordays.com/newcar/articles/v7019990319/ |title=新車試乗記 ボルボ V70 バイフューエルを試乗レポート！ |trans-title=Test drive report of the new V70 Bi-Fuel test car! |website=motordays.com |date=19 March 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080512060928/http://www.motordays.com/newcar/articles/v7019990319/ |archive-date=2008-05-12 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} Several options, such as a trip computer and sports suspension, were not available for Bi-Fuel models. Neither Bi-Fuel nor TDI were offered on the North American market.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.thecarconnection.com/tips-article/1000855_volvos-bi-fuel-vehicle |title=Volvo's Bi-Fuel vehicle |website=thecarconnection.com |date=18 October 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712135131/http://www.thecarconnection.com/tips-article/1000855_volvos-bi-fuel-vehicle |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}}

Specialised vehicles, such as taxi{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.sutp.org/files/contents/documents/resources/A_Sourcebook/SB4_Vehicles-and-Fuels/GIZ_SUTP_SB4d_Natural-Gas-Vehicles_EN.pdf |title=Sustainable Transport: A Sourcebook for Policy-makers in Developing Cities Module 4d (Natural Gas Vehicles) |publisher=Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung [Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development] |author=GTZ GmbH |pages=5–6 |date=November 2005 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180526140330/http://www.sutp.org/files/contents/documents/resources/A_Sourcebook/SB4_Vehicles-and-Fuels/GIZ_SUTP_SB4d_Natural-Gas-Vehicles_EN.pdf |archive-date=2018-05-26 |access-date=2018-02-17 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5037 |title=75 years of Volvo Taxis |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=11 March 2005 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180101174217/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5037 |archive-date=2018-01-01 |access-date=2018-01-01 |url-status=live}} and police versions,{{cite AV media |language=en |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEeZB9RYPTQ |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/bEeZB9RYPTQ |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=The history of police & getaway cars |type=Television production |others=Presenter: Quentin Willson |work=Top Gear (1977) |via=YouTube |date=1997 |access-date=2017-09-24 }}{{cbignore}} were also available directly from the factory. Changes included preparations to install additional equipment, a certified calibrated speedometer, uprated brakes{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvopartswebstore.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=236981&ukey_make=865&ukey_model=12011&modelYear=1999&ukey_category=7855&ukey_driveLine=457&ukey_trimLevel=24667 |title=1999 Volvo V70 Hydraulic pump and control unit police (US) |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=volvopartswebstore.com |format=Parts diagram |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108141543/https://www.volvopartswebstore.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=236981&ukey_make=865&ukey_model=12011&modelYear=1999&ukey_category=7855&ukey_driveLine=457&ukey_trimLevel=24667 |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} with wear indicators{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?14578-Warning-police-spec-brake-pads! |title=Warning – police spec brake pads! |author=hamish |website=vpcuk.org |type=Forum post |date=15 October 2006 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712140031/http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?14578-Warning-police-spec-brake-pads! |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvopartswebstore.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=244436&ukey_make=865&ukey_model=12011&modelYear=1999&ukey_category=7855&ukey_driveLine=457&ukey_trimLevel=24667 |title=1999 Volvo V70 wheel brake, Police (GB) |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=volvopartswebstore.com |format=Parts diagram |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170908021558/https://www.volvopartswebstore.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=244436&ukey_make=865&ukey_model=12011&modelYear=1999&ukey_category=7855&ukey_driveLine=457&ukey_trimLevel=24667 |archive-date=2017-09-08 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} and a different level of standard equipment.

File:1999 Volvo V70 (MY00) 2.4 20V CD station wagon (2015-07-10) 01.jpg|Volvo V70 (Australia)

File:1999 Volvo V70 (MY00) 2.4 20V CD station wagon (2015-07-10) 02.jpg|alt=Rear drivers side view of silver RHD V70|Volvo V70 (Australia)

The V70 XC, also referred to as the V70 Cross Country,{{cite web |language=de-ch |url=http://esd.volvocars.com/local/ch/brochures/XC70_CHdepdf.pdf |title=Volvo XC70 |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=esd.volvocars.com |page=4 |date=2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171211202612/http://esd.volvocars.com/local/ch/brochures/XC70_CHdepdf.pdf |archive-date=2017-12-11 |access-date=2017-12-11 |url-status=live}} the V70 AWD Cross Country,{{cite news |language=fr |url=http://collections.banq.qc.ca:81/lapresse/src/cahiers/1998/12/01/03/82812_1998120103.pdf |publisher=La Presse |title=Économie – La Presse |website=collections.banq.qc.ca |page=5 |date=1 December 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171030004307/http://collections.banq.qc.ca:81/lapresse/src/cahiers/1998/12/01/03/82812_1998120103.pdf |archive-date=2017-10-30 |access-date=2017-11-25 |url-status=dead}} or the V70 Cross Country AWD{{cite news |language=en |url=https://www.nytimes.com/1998/02/08/automobiles/an-outback-gone-upscale.html |title=An Outback Gone Upscale | first = Peter | last = Passel |website=The New York Times |date=8 February 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101109232618/http://www.nytimes.com/1998/02/08/automobiles/an-outback-gone-upscale.html |archive-date=2010-11-09 |access-date=2017-12-29 |url-access=limited |url-status=live}} was introduced in September 1997{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www3.volvo.com/investors/finrep/acrobat/en97_s.pdf |title=Annual report 1997 |publisher=AB Volvo |website=www3.volvo.com |pages=14, 26 |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061031210633/http://www3.volvo.com/investors/finrep/acrobat/en97_s.pdf |archive-date=2006-10-31 |access-date=2017-07-29 |url-status=dead}}{{cite web |language=de |url=http://www.spiegel.de/auto/fahrberichte/volvo-v70-xc-stelzen-fuer-den-schweden-a-82681.html |title=Volvo V70 XC: Stelzen für den Schweden |trans-title=Volvo V70 XC: Stilts for the Swede |website=spiegel.de |date=26 June 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160518151039/http://www.spiegel.de/auto/fahrberichte/volvo-v70-xc-stelzen-fuer-den-schweden-a-82681.html |archive-date=2016-05-18 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} at the Frankfurt Auto Show{{cite web |language=ru |url=http://www.autopilot.ru/issues/Auto/1997/12/volvo.html |title=Кросс через испанское кантри |trans-title=Crossing through the Spanish countryside | first = Nikolai | last = Kachurin) |website=autopilot.ru |date=December 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160920101819/http://www.autopilot.ru/issues/Auto/1997/12/volvo.html |archive-date=2016-09-20 |access-date=2017-12-31 |url-status=live}} for the 1998 model year{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/volvo-v70-cross-country-road-test-1 |title=Volvo V70 Cross Country – A Volvo wagon for the wannabe Marlboro man | first = André | last = Idzikowski |website=Car and Driver |date=October 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120111142905/http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/volvo-v70-cross-country-road-test-1 |archive-date=2012-01-11 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} as a crossover version of the V70. It featured standard all-wheel drive{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_releases/2000_release_12.html |title=V70 AWD XC – A clear alternative for SUV buyers |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=August 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170729140554/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_releases/2000_release_12.html |archive-date=2017-07-29 |access-date=2017-07-29 |url-status=live}} and was available with only two engine and gearbox choices. In the US only the 2.4L turbo engine together with an automatic gearbox was available.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_specs/1998_V70.html |title=1998 V70 |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091105184352/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_specs/1998_V70.html |archive-date=2009-11-05 |access-date=2017-07-29 |url-status=live}} A 2.0L version of the V70 XC was available only for markets with high taxes on cars with an engine capacity of more than 2000 cc.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.car.volvo.se/vpc/press/releaser/970901e12.html |title=V70 XC – a new step forward for Volvo's estate cars |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=car.volvo.se |date=1 September 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19971017190729/http://www.car.volvo.se/vpc/press/releaser/970901e12.html |archive-date=17 October 1997 |access-date=2017-07-02 |url-status=dead}} Standard ride height was increased{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.4wdonline.com/Volvo/V70/1999XC.html |title=Volvo V70 XC, 1998, 1999 |website=4wdonline.com |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170730043530/http://www.4wdonline.com/Volvo/V70/1999XC.html |archive-date=2017-07-30 |access-date=2017-07-29 |url-status=dead}} {{convert|35|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/971006.html |title=Stig-finnaren (del 1) |trans-title=Path-Finder (part 1) |quote=Part 1 |publisher=Auto, Motor & Sport |first=Mattias | last = Persson |website=egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com |date=6 October 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108155202/http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/971006.html |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2018-01-08 |url-status=live}} overall with {{convert|26|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}{{cite web |language=no |url=http://www.bilnorge.no/pdf/2000_-_BRUKT-TESTER/08-00_Volvo_V70.pdf |title=Volvo V70 1993–1999 |first=Erik | last = Wale |website=bilnorge.no |date=August 2000 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20170729090118/http://www.bilnorge.no/pdf/2000_-_BRUKT-TESTER/08-00_Volvo_V70.pdf |archive-date=2017-07-29 |access-date=2017-07-29 |url-status=live}} more ground clearance compared to the regular AWD model.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_releases/1998_release_7.html |title=Volvo's new family of AWD sportswagon: Sure-footedness is added to an already versatile platform |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=August 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170729090614/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_releases/1998_release_7.html |archive-date=2017-07-29 |access-date=2017-07-29 |url-status=dead}} Total ground clearance is {{convert|166|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/971006a.html |title=Stig-finnaren (del 2) |trans-title=Path-Finder (part 2) |quote=Part 2 |publisher=Auto, Motor & Sport |first=Mattias | last = Persson |website=egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com |date=6 October 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108155213/http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/971006a.html |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2018-01-08 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.motortrend.com/news/volvo-v70-xc/ |title=A Wagon for the Wild Side |publisher=Motor Trend |first=Rik | last = Paul |website=motortrend.com |date=1 December 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108192616/http://www.motortrend.com/news/volvo-v70-xc/ |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2018-01-08 |url-status=live}}

Visual differences from a standard V70 AWD included a unique front and rear bumper, unpainted sidetrim and sills,{{cite web |language=de |url=https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/einzeltests/volvo-v70-cross-country-im-test-dreck-schatz-767839.html |title=Volvo V70 Cross Country im Test: Dreck-Schatz |trans-title=Volvo V70 Cross Country review: Dirt treasure |quote=wordplay on "Dreckspatz" [litter bug] |publisher=Auto, Motor & Sport |date=17 June 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108141244/https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/einzeltests/volvo-v70-cross-country-im-test-dreck-schatz-767839.html |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2018-01-07 |url-status=live}} a squarer version of the roof rails,{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.volvocars.com/models/moz1/v70awd_xc.shtml |title=Volvo V70 AWD XC |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=volvocars.com |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19980613152337/http://www.volvocars.com/models/moz1/v70awd_xc.shtml |archive-date=1998-06-13 |access-date=2017-07-29 |url-status=dead}} a unique front grille and a black decal with white Cross Country lettering across the tailgate.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/videos/196004/volvo-cars-travels-down-a-familiar-road-with-coming-v90-cross-country1 |title=Volvo Cars travels down a familiar road with coming V90 Cross Country |quote=XC generation retrospective prior to V90 CC launch |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |format=MOV or mp4 |date=8 September 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180101030002/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/videos/196004/volvo-cars-travels-down-a-familiar-road-with-coming-v90-cross-country1 |archive-date=2018-01-01 |access-date=2017-12-31 |url-status=live}} Buyers could also specify a two-tone exterior paint option called Duo Tone.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/photos/6339 |title=Official picture showing Duo Tone paint |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |format=JPG |date=5 March 2003 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20170729090951/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/photos/6339 |archive-date=2017-07-29 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}}{{efn-lr|name=Duo_Tone}} Interior details included thicker floor mats and special canvas/leather{{cite web |language=en-us |url=http://www.volvocars.com:80/models/pdf/v70.pdf |title=V70 |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America {{!}} Volvo Canada Ltd. |website=volvocars.com |pages=11, 34 |type=Sales Brochure |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19980613182612/http://www.volvocars.com/models/pdf/v70.pdf |archive-date=1998-06-13 |access-date=2018-09-14 |url-status=dead}} upholstery.{{cite news |language=en |url=https://www.cars.com/reviews/washingtonpostcoms-view-1420689060933/ |title=1998 Volvo V70 XC Review |publisher=Washington Post | first = Warren | last = Brown |website=cars.com |date=14 November 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170922195134/https://www.cars.com/reviews/washingtonpostcoms-view-1420689060933/ |archive-date=2017-09-22 |access-date=2017-09-22 |url-access=limited |url-status=live}}

File:1st Volvo V70 XC 03-21-2012.jpg|alt=Front drivers side view of white V70 XC|Volvo V70 XC (US)

File: Volvo V70 XC.JPG|alt=Rear view of silver V70 XC with black 'Cross Country' decal on the tailgate|Volvo V70 XC (Canada)

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As the replacement for the popular 850 T-5R and 850 R, the V70 R was unveiled in May 1997. Similar to the previous generation R models it featured a unique leather/Alcantara interior with diamond stitching{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.volvocars.com/models/moz1/v70awd_r.shtml |title=Volvo V70 AWD R |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=volvocars.com |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19980613152314/http://www.volvocars.com/models/moz1/v70awd_r.shtml |archive-date=1998-06-13 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=dead}} on the seats. Further styling touches were a special front bumper, blue gauge faces for the instrument cluster, two special colours and special alloy wheels. All US cars were equipped with 16 inch alloy wheels,{{cite press release |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_releases/1998_release_8.html |title=Volvo S70 and V70 |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=August 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712133814/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_releases/1998_release_8.html |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} other markets had 17 inch wheels available at extra cost or as standard equipment. Standard equipment was substantially upgraded over normal models with a few options available such as a trunk mounted CD-changer,{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.car.volvo.se/audio/features/cd_changer.shtml |title=Volvo Audio – Features – CD changer |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=car.volvo.se |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19980206231325/http://www.car.volvo.se/audio/features/cd_changer.shtml |archive-date=1998-02-06 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=dead}} Volvo's self developed Road and Traffic Information (RTI){{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.car.volvo.se/vpc/press/releaser/970901e8.html |title=RTI – Electronic route-finding for greater safety and a better environment |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=car.volvo.se |date=1 September 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19971017190901/http://www.car.volvo.se/vpc/press/releaser/970901e8.html |archive-date=1997-10-17 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=dead}} navigation system,{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.car.volvo.se/cars/v70/v70_dri.shtml |title=Volvo V70 |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=car.volvo.se |date=1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19980206225613/http://www.car.volvo.se/cars/v70/v70_dri.shtml |archive-date=1998-02-06 |access-date=2017-07-02 |url-status=dead}} or an upgraded stereo system.

Intended to be the high-performance version of the model range, all R models were fitted with the highest performance engines of the line up, and were available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive with either an automatic or manual transmission. A redesigned suspension with lower ride height and firmer shocks as standard. Three different versions were produced, depending on the model year.

For 1998 the R was available in six{{efn-lr|name=98R}}{{#tag:ref| 019 'Black', 417 'Nautic Blue'/'Royal Blue', 418 'Regent Red', 426 'Mystic Silver', 428 'Coral Red', 435 'Saffron' |group="P80_R"}} colours: Black Stone, Nautic Blue, Silver Metallic, Coral Red, Regency Red, Saffron. All, apart from the first one, were metallic or pearl paints with Saffron only available for the V70 R.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.cars.com/reviews/washingtonpostcoms-view-1420689061017/ |title=1998 Volvo V70 – review | first=Warren | last = Brown |website=cars.com |date=20 February 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712134638/https://www.cars.com/reviews/washingtonpostcoms-view-1420689061017/ |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} Versions offered included FWD and an AWD, both with either a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission. Cars with the automatic transmission were rated at {{Convert|240|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}, while manual transmission cars were equipped with a bigger turbo increasing power output to {{Convert|250|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} and torque to {{Convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |language=es |url=https://issuu.com/myvolvolibrary/docs/s70rv70r_motor16_1998_es |title=Volvo S70 / V70 R – rápidos |trans-title=Volvo S70 / V70 R – fast |publisher=Motor16 | first = Victor M. | last = Fernandez |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171223180509/http://vebuka.com/print.php?documentId=151007223813-ab19cbbd87e9621f641ffe565c0064a2&count=4 |archive-date=2017-12-23 |access-date=2017-12-23 |url-status=live}} The FWD manual transmission equipped R featured a viscous based limited-slip differential. In the US neither FWD nor manual transmissions were offered.{{efn|name=98R_int}}

For 1999 the R was available in 8{{efn-lr|name=99R}}{{#tag:ref| 019 'Black', 417 'Nautic Blue'/'Royal Blue', 421 'Olive Green', 426 'Mystic Silver', 436 'Cassis Metallic', 441 'Laser Blue', 445 'Venetian Red', 601 'Classic Red' |group="P80_R"}} colours: Black Stone,{{cite thesis |language=en |url=http://publications.lib.chalmers.se/records/fulltext/218092/218092.pdf |title=Management of coloured parts and colour combinations in PDM systems |location=Gothenburg, Sweden |publisher=Chalmers University of Technology | first = Oskar | last = Kurtti |website=publications.lib.chalmers.se |type=Master |date=2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170410051254/http://publications.lib.chalmers.se/records/fulltext/218092/218092.pdf |archive-date=2017-04-10 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} Classic Red, Nautic Blue Pearl, Silver Metallic, Cassis, Venetian Red Pearl, Dark Olive Green, Laser Blue.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.skandix.de/en/spare-parts/accessories/chemical-products/paint-touch-up-paint-441-laser-blue-met-spraycan-kit/1029936/ |title=Touch-up paint – 441 Laser blue met (P/N#31395203) |website=skandix.de |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929232606/http://www.skandix.de/en/spare-parts/accessories/chemical-products/paint-touch-up-paint-441-laser-blue-met-spraycan-kit/1029936/ |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} All except the first two were metallic or pearl paints with Laser Blue only being available on the R.{{cite web |language=no |url=http://360.haubits.net/Volvo_Broschyrer/Beg04_SV70tom00.pdf |title=Volvo Broschyrer S/V70 1997–2000 |trans-title=Volvo brochure S/V70 1997–2000 |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=360.haubits.net |date=2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712133009/http://360.haubits.net/Volvo_Broschyrer/Beg04_SV70tom00.pdf |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} FWD and manual transmission versions were discontinued, only AWD in combination with a 4-speed automatic were available. Cars were badged V70 R AWD.{{cite web |language=es |url=https://issuu.com/myvolvolibrary/docs/v70r_s70awd_autopista_es |title=Nuevos traccíon total de Volvo – Volvo V70 R AWD y S70 AWD |trans-title=New total traction by Volvo – V70 R AWD and S70 AWD |publisher=Autopista |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171223181452/http://vebuka.com/print.php?documentId=110223121302-32d34656c93549fabed60c937b456641&count=1 |archive-date=2017-12-23 |access-date=2017-12-23 |url-status=live}} Power was increased to 250 PS.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_specs/1999_V70.html |title=1999 V70 (specifications) |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091014214825/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1999/1999_specs/1999_V70.html |archive-date=2009-10-14 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} Blue engine covers were introduced for R models.{{efn|name=99R_int}}

For 2000 the R was available in 6{{efn-lr|name=00R}}{{#tag:ref| 019 'Black', 417 'Nautic Blue'/'Royal Blue', 426 'Mystic Silver', 441 'Laser Blue' |group="P80_R"}} colours: Black Stone, Nautic Blue Pearl, Silver Metallic, Venetian Red Pearl, Dark Olive Green, Laser Blue. All, apart from the first one, were metallic or pearl paints with Laser Blue only being available on the R. A new 2.4L{{cite web |language=en |url=http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170601/4d734c56fb09a3c1830ab08239c3ef5e.jpg |title=VIDA printout for MY2000 V70 R AWD |author=Fmfosnacht |website=forums.swedespeed.com |format=JPG |date=1 June 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170703110757/http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170601/4d734c56fb09a3c1830ab08239c3ef5e.jpg |archive-date=2017-07-03 |access-date=2017-07-03 |url-status=live}} engine was introduced and power increased to {{Convert|265|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}{{cite web |language=no |url=https://www.dinside.no/motor/fornyet-volvo-v70-r-awd-stor-sterk-og-sporty/62655947 |title=Fornyet Volvo V70 R AWD: Stor, sterk og sporty |trans-title=Renewed Volvo V70 R AWD: Big, strong and sporty |first=Bente | last = Bjørnsen |website=dinside.no |date=29 May 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712133403/http://www.dinside.no/motor/fornyet-volvo-v70-r-awd-stor-sterk-og-sporty/62655947 |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} by use of a larger turbo and variable valve timing (VVT).{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_specs/2000_V70.html |title=2000 V70 (specifications) |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080619232539/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_specs/2000_V70.html |archive-date=2008-06-19 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} The newly introduced 5-speed adaptive automatic was offered but some markets such as Australia, New Zealand and Singapore received the more robust 4-speed auto as used in the 98–99 MY, rear brakes were upgraded to vented discs unique to the R. A dual outlet exhaust ( a first for Volvo ){{cite web |language=sv |url=https://www.dn.se/arkiv/motor/test-volvo-v70r-awd-volvo-sparar-inte-pa-krutet-i-senaste-lyxaket-prestanda-i-toppklass-men/ |title=Test Volvo V70R AWD: Volvo sparar inte på krutet i senaste lyxåket. Prestanda i toppklass, men bränsletörst och stötig gång drar ned betyget |trans-title=Test Volvo V70R AWD: Volvo does not hold back with their latest luxury ride. Top class performance but fuel thirsty and rough ride pull down the grade |publisher=Dagens Nyheter |last1=Ekendahl | first1 = Lasse | last2 = Ericsson | first2 = Calle |website=Dagens Nyheter |date=25 September 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712130955/http://www.dn.se/arkiv/motor/test-volvo-v70r-awd-volvo-sparar-inte-pa-krutet-i-senaste-lyxaket-prestanda-i-toppklass-men/ |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} was fitted as standard with the rear bumper modified to accommodate it.{{cite press release |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_releases/2000_release_6.html |title=The V70 revolution continues |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=new.volvocars.com |date=August 1999 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170712130657/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_releases/2000_release_6.html |archive-date=2017-07-12 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}} Areo changes included a reshaped front spoiler with supple black lower air intakes together with recessed spotlights plus a shaped spoiler running the length of the tailgate. The interior could be ordered in a two-tone design which paired white Alcantara and black leather for the seat covers.{{efn|name=00R_int}}

File:Volvo V70R AWD (6073666554).jpg|alt=Front view of a saffron coloured V70 R|Volvo V70 R (Sweden)

File:Volvo V70R AWD (6073666568).jpg|alt=Rear drivers side view of a saffron coloured V70 R|Volvo V70 R (Sweden)

File:VOLVO V70 MK1.JPG|alt=Interior view of an RHD V70 R with anthracite leather-alcantara seats|V70 R interior (UK)

File:VOLVO V70 1997-2000.JPG|alt=Interior view of the dashboard of an RHD V70 R with anthracite interior and walnut wood trim|V70 R interior showing blue faced gauges (UK)

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Engines for the first generation all had five cylinders. The petrol versions were part of the Volvo Modular Engine family, the diesel engines were purchased from VAG.

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A driver airbag was standard on all V70 models, depending on the market a front passenger airbag was either always included or a no-cost option. Buyers could choose to not have a passenger airbag to be able to install a forward facing child seat.{{cite magazine |language=en |url=https://www.iihs.org/externaldata/srdata/docs/sr3209.pdf |title=STATUS REPORT – Special Issue: airbags |publisher=Insurance Institute for Highway Safety |author= |editor-first=Kim | editor-last = Stewart |website=iihs.org |volume=32 |issue=9 |page=8 |date=29 November 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190208173952/https://www.iihs.org/externaldata/srdata/docs/sr3209.pdf |archive-date=2019-02-08 |access-date=2018-05-13 |url-status=live}} Seatbelt pretensioners,{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.iihs.org/externaldata/srdata/docs/sr3209.pdf |title=Status Report |publisher=IIHS |page=8 |date=29 November 1997 |access-date=2018-04-17 }} with load limiters, for both driver and front passenger were always part of the standard equipment. Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) was standard on all V70 models. Standard side airbags incorporated into the front seats supplemented the system.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/pdf/1998ModelsS70V70-PressDocV7-39.pdf |title=Volvo S70 and V70 series |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=volvoclub.org.uk |page=1 |date=August 1997 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170930084031/https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/pdf/1998ModelsS70V70-PressDocV7-39.pdf |archive-date=2017-09-30 |access-date=2017-07-21 |url-status=live}}

Euro NCAP evaluated the S70 (saloon variant of V70) in 1998 awarding it four out of four stars for adult occupant protection. The S70 scored seven of 16 points in the front test and 16 of 16 in the side test. The car received two of two points available in the pole test. The S70 received a total of 25 of 37 points and therefore four stars (25–32) in Euro NCAP's evaluation.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.euroncap.com/tests/volvo_s70_1998/54.aspx |title=S70 EuroNCAP evaluation |publisher=EURO NCAP |website=euroncap.com |date=1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100210223321/http://www.euroncap.com/tests/volvo_s70_1998/54.aspx |archive-date=2010-02-10 |access-date=2017-07-21 |url-status=dead}}

The S70 scored five out of five stars for front impact protection for driver and front passenger in the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) safety testing,{{cite report |language=en |url=https://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/database/MEDIA/GetMedia.aspx?tstno=2820&index=1&database=V&type=R |title=NCAP: Flat Frontal Barrier Impact Test – Volvo S70 |quote=VIN YV1LS5570W2506462 |publisher=NHTSA |website=nhtsa.dot.gov |type=Crash test report |date=19 February 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180103170031/https://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/database/MEDIA/GetMedia.aspx?tstno=2820&index=1&database=V&type=R |archive-date=2018-01-03 |url-access=limited |access-date=2018-01-03 |url-status=dead}} and four out of five stars for driver and rear passenger side impact protection.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/awards/4230 |title=Volvo S70 – Side star rating – 4 of 5 stars |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=1 January 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929231650/http://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/awards/4230 |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2017-07-12 |url-status=live}}

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) granted the 850/S70 their highest rating of "good" for front crash protection. Rear crash protection was rated as "good".{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/ratingsbyseries.aspx?id=268 |title=850/S70 IIHS evaluation |publisher=IIHS |website=iihs.org |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081128155354/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/ratingsbyseries.aspx?id=268 |archive-date=2008-11-28 |access-date=2017-10-29 |url-status=dead}}{{cite journal |language=en |title=(Volvo Cars' Whiplash Protection System) – The Development and Real-World Performance |website=informaworld.com |date=6 December 2008 }} The 1999 model year and later vehicles minimized or prevented whiplash with an energy absorbing seatback hinge mechanism that is standard equipment.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2002/10/24/149482.html |title=Volvo's WHIPS Proven to Reduce Head and Neck Injury by 49 Percent |website=theautochannel.com |date=24 October 2002 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171006013332/http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2002/10/24/149482.html |archive-date=2017-10-06 |access-date=2017-10-29 |url-status=live}}

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| image = 2001 Volvo V70 (MY01) 2.4 20V SE station wagon (2015-08-07) 01.jpg

| caption = 2001 Volvo V70 (Australia)

| aka = {{ubl |Volvo V70 XC (2000–2002) |Volvo Cross Country (2000–2002) (Australia) |Volvo XC70 (2003–2007)}}

| production = January 2000–2007

| successor = Volvo V60

| model_years = {{ubl

|2000{{cite web |language=de-ch |url=http://accessories.volvocars.com/de-ch/all/InstallationInstruction/Document/VCC-135875-1/all/all/all/default/V70%20(00-08)%202000 |title=Installationsanweisung Nebelscheinwerfer |trans-title=Installation instructions fog lights |quote=Differentiates between MY00 and MY01 |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=accessories.volvocars.com |type=Installation instructions |date=2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180107202621/http://accessories.volvocars.com/de-ch/all/InstallationInstruction/Document/VCC-135875-1/all/all/all/default/V70%20(00-08)%202000 |archive-date=2018-01-07 |access-date=2018-01-07 |url-status=live}}–2008 (V70)|2000–2003 (V70 XC){{cite web |language=nl |url=https://volvo-tools-prd-media.s3.amazonaws.com/pricelists/pricelists/Download%20de%20Volvo%20V70%20Cross%20Country%20prijslijst%2022%20jan.%202001.pdf |title=Volvo V70 Cross Country prijslijst MY01 |trans-title=Price list Volvo V70 Cross Country MY01 |publisher=Volvo Car BV Netherlands |website=volvo-tools-prd-media.s3.amazonaws.com |pages=2, 9 |date=22 January 2001 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190208174248/https://volvo-tools-prd-media.s3.amazonaws.com/pricelists/pricelists/Download%20de%20Volvo%20V70%20Cross%20Country%20prijslijst%2022%20jan.%202001.pdf |archive-date=2019-02-08 |access-date=2018-06-26 |url-status=live}}

|2003–2008 (XC70)

|2003–2007 (V70 R){{cite web |language=sv |url=http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/041605.html |title=Storsäljare i skamvrån |trans-title=Top seller in disgrace |publisher=Auto, Motor & Sport |first=Alrik | last = Söderlind |website=egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com |date=August 2004 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108131415/http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/041605.html |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2018-01-08 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/030202.html |title=Rykande nyheter |trans-title=Smoking news |publisher=Auto, Motor & Sport | first=Gunnar | last = Dackevall | website=egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com |date=January 2003 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108131516/http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/030202.html |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2018-01-08 |url-status=live}}

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| assembly = {{ubl |Sweden: Torslanda (Torslandaverken) |Belgium: Ghent (VCG) |Malaysia: Shah Alam (SMA) |Thailand: Samut Prakan{{cite web |language=en |url=http://car-cat.com/firm-1145.html |title=Volvo. Volvo in Thailand |website=car-cat.com |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120404090446/http://car-cat.com/firm-1145.html |archive-date=2012-04-04 |access-date=2010-07-16 |url-status=dead}}}}

| designer = {{ubl |Peter Horbury |Örjan Sterner{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5289 |title=The Volvo V70 is still his baby |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=26 November 2003 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180111164750/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5289 |archive-date=2018-01-11 |access-date=2018-01-11 |url-status=live}} (V70 exterior) |Stefan Jansson (XC exterior)}}

| platform = Volvo P2 platform

| related = {{ubl |Volvo S60 |Volvo S80}}

| engine = {{ubl |Petrol |2.0–2.5 I5 |Bi-Fuel |2.4 I5 |Diesel |2.4 I5 (Volvo) |2.5 I5 (VW)}}

| transmission = {{ubl

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|5-speed Volvo M56 / Volvo M58

|6-speed Volvo M66

|Automatic

|5-speed Aisin AW55-50/51SN

|6-speed Aisin TF-80SC

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| wheelbase = {{ubl |{{convert|2756|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|2764|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| length = {{ubl |{{convert|4709|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|4732|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| width = {{ubl |{{convert|1803|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|1859|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| height = {{ubl |2000–2003: {{convert|1491|mm|1|abbr=on}} |2003–2007: {{convert|1466|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|1562|mm|1|abbr=on}} |R AWD: {{convert|1448|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| weight = {{ubl

|V70:{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2001/2001_v70/01v70_09.htm#pg137 |title=2001 Volvo V70 owner's manual |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=new.volvocars.com |page=137 |date=2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170326204404/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2001/2001_v70/01v70_09.htm#pg137 |archive-date=2017-03-26 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}}

|{{convert|1505|-|1645|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

|V70 XC / XC70:{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2007/2007_v70/07v70_10.htm#pg214 |title=2007 Volvo V70 owner's manual |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=new.volvocars.com |page=214 |date=2006 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170827172220/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2007/2007_v70/07v70_10.htm#pg214 |archive-date=2017-08-27 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}}

|{{convert|1690|-|1735|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

|V70 R AWD:{{cite web |language=en |url=http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2004/2004_V70/04v70_09.htm#pg145 |title=2004 Volvo V70 owner's manual |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=new.volvocars.com |page=145 |date=2003 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929231611/http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2004/2004_V70/04v70_09.htm#pg145 |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}}

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Volvo{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/000612.html |title=Folkhemsherrgård! |publisher=Auto, Motor & Sport |first=Johan | last = Westerberg | website=egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com |date=June 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180108154035/http://egmont-media.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/ams/biltester_html/000612.html |archive-date=2018-01-08 |access-date=2018-01-08 |url-status=live}} released the second generation V70 to most markets in early 2000,{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/volvo2003uk/v70/V70_Fulldoc.pdf |title=Volvo V70 |publisher=Volvo Car UK Ltd. |website=volvoclub.org.uk |date=2003 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929232948/https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/volvo2003uk/v70/V70_Fulldoc.pdf |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2017-11-07 |url-status=live}} and for the 2001 model year in North America. Based on the Volvo P2 platform, the second generation shared major mechanical and styling commonality with the Volvo S60 saloon, offered frontal area of {{convert|2.23|m2|yd2|abbr=on}} and a coefficient of drag of .30. The new generation featured adhesively bonded construction as opposed to spot welding in key areas, with Volvo claiming the new body to be 70 per cent more rigid than its predecessor. Critical aspects of the design for the second generation were completed{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5307 |title=Virtual car design: From 'stone age' to 21st century in eight years |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=22 January 2003 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180111165006/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5307 |archive-date=2018-01-11 |access-date=2018-01-02 |url-status=live}} before Ford acquired Volvo in 1999.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/carreviews/estatecars/2714561/Volvos-V70-smaller-bigger-and-better.html |title=Volvo's V70: smaller, bigger and better |quote=All crucial work on the new V70 estate was fixed before the Ford takeover, and on its performance much of Volvo's future ability to manage itself without excessive meddling must depend. Sharing the platform of the S80 saloon introduced in 1998, the V70 differs (apart from in obvious respects) only in suspension settings|first=Peter | last = Dron |website=The Daily Telegraph|location=London |date=5 February 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091116203552/http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/carreviews/estatecars/2714561/Volvos-V70-smaller-bigger-and-better.html |archive-date=2009-11-16 |access-date=2017-09-29 |url-status=dead}}

With a {{convert|4|cm|in|abbr=on}} increase in width and height, a {{convert|5|cm|in|abbr=on}} longer wheelbase, a slightly shorter overall length than its predecessor,{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.theaa.com/staticdocs/pdf/carreports/AA_REPORTS/VOLVO-V70-FEB00.PDF |title=First Drive, Volvo V70 |publisher=The AA |website=theaa.com |date=February 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060628070608/http://www.theaa.com/staticdocs/pdf/carreports/AA_REPORTS/VOLVO-V70-FEB00.PDF |archive-date=2006-06-28 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} and a slightly increased interior cargo volume, it went on sale in early 2000.

The interior featured raised seating in the second row, a hard point on the passenger's side of the center console to provide support for a range of optional accessories – e.g., an optional shopping bag holder. A rear-seat table, waste basket and cargo net were integrated into the rear seat backs. Standard interior features included a coat hook integrated into the side of the front passenger's headrest, glove compartment with pen holder and toll card, configurable center console and rear seating with a two-position backrest – one favoring cargo – the other favoring comfort.

All P2 platform Volvos received a minor facelift across all markets for 2005. The front fascia was redesigned, tail and head lamps were changed to clear covers, the center console and dashboard received detail changes. Some minor changes were made to the electrical system and some engines, such diesel engine models received a particle filter. A new 6-speed automatic transmission was introduced, available in both AWD and FWD configurations. Production of the second generation V70 and XC70 ended with the 2007 model year.

The second generation V70 was styled by British designer Peter Horbury,{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/volvo2003uk/v70/V70_Fulldoc.pdf |title=Volvo V70 Marketing Positioning |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=volvoclub.org.uk |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060518111600/http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/volvo2003uk/v70/V70_Fulldoc.pdf |archive-date=2006-05-18 |access-date=2017-07-07 |url-status=live}} who said "the design challenge involved marrying sports car style at the front with the necessary limitations of a wagon back."{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.autoweb.com.au/cms/A_51986/title_The-Volvo-V70-Beautiful-Versatile-Typically-Scandinavian/newsarticle.html |title=The Volvo V70 – Beautiful, Versatile, Typically Scandinavian |quote=The side windows have a single, simple line running along the top from front to rear. This shows that the Volvo V70 was designed to be a wagon and is not an adapted saloon shape. As on every Volvo wagon, the third side window is longer than the others, to show it is a true load carrier. Horbury says the design challenge involved marrying sports car style at the front with the necessary limitations of a wagon back. "The element that ties the two distinctly different halves together is the full-length shoulders, inherited from the Volvo S80 but also reminiscent of the mother of all wagons, the Volvo 145/245, which shared the identical feature. |publisher=Web Publications Pty Limited |website=autoweb.com |date=11 January 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111122075645/http://www.autoweb.com.au/cms/A_51986/title_The-Volvo-V70-Beautiful-Versatile-Typically-Scandinavian/newsarticle.html |archive-date=2011-11-22 |access-date=2017-09-29 |url-status=dead}}

More specifically, he described the concept as the "front end of a Jaguar E-Type married to the back end of a Ford Transit van."{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/volvo2006uk/V70_MY06Design.pdf |title=Model Year 2006 Design |quote=Peter Horbury, who was Volvo's Design Director from 1991 to 2003, gives an enigmatic response when questioned about the concept for the Volvo V70: "Imagine the front end of an E-type Jaguar married to the back end of a Ford Transit van," he says. "With the Volvo V70, we have tried to combine the two." Thankfully, the end product is rather more handsome than Horbury's image suggests. The Volvo V70 offers a brilliant synthesis of the latest Volvo dynamic design cues, while retaining the practicality and versatility expected of a proper Volvo estate. It's also a shape that's exceptionally efficient – the CD figure is just 0.30 – and this helps both high-speed stability and fuel consumption. |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |date=2005 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070114090521/http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/volvo2006uk/V70_MY06Design.pdf |archive-date=2007-01-14 |access-date=2017-09-29 |url-status=live}}

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The V70 of 2000 was the best combination of functionality on the back of the car, where you need it, and a very nice, elegant, sporty soft, voluptuous front that blended into that functionality – showing you can have both. – Peter Horbury{{cite web |language=en |url=http://cardesigncommunity.com/articles/exclusive/interview/1736.html |title=64th Frankfurt International Motor Show 2011 Interview with Peter Horbury, Volvo |author=Peter Tomicic |website=cardesigncommunity.com |date=5 October 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111107175920/http://cardesigncommunity.com/articles/exclusive/interview/1736.html |archive-date=2011-11-07 |access-date=2017-11-07 |url-status=dead}}

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A second generation V70 Bi-Fuel was made available. Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage capacity was increased to a total of {{convert|100|L|gal}}, split into one {{convert|75|L|gal}} tank and two {{convert|12.5|litre|gal|adj=mid}} litre tanks. Unlike previous models the tanks were installed on the underside of the car, keeping all of the trunk space available.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/roadtests/bifuel_01on_roadtest.shtml |title=Volvo Bi-Fuel Road Tests |publisher=Volvo Owners Club Ltd |website=volvoclub.org.uk |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929231907/http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/roadtests/bifuel_01on_roadtest.shtml |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2017-11-07 |url-status=live}}

Bi-Fuel models were only sold with the 2.4L (140PS) non-turbo engine,{{cite news |language=de |url=http://www.sueddeutsche.de/auto/fahrbericht-volvo-s-bi-fuel-volvo-gibt-gas-1.607641 |title=Fahrbericht Volvo S80 Bi-Fuel – Volvo gibt Gas |trans-title=Drive review: Volvo S80 Bi-Fuel – Volvo hits the gas |publisher=Süddeutsche Zeitung |author=Michael Harnischfeger |website=sueddeutsche.de |date=18 July 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140429164139/http://www.sueddeutsche.de/auto/fahrbericht-volvo-s-bi-fuel-volvo-gibt-gas-1.607641 |archive-date=2014-04-29 |access-date=2017-11-07 |url-access=limited |url-status=live}} and a choice between a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic transmission.

File:Volvo V70 -- 01-07-2012 front.jpg|Volvo V70 pre-facelift (US)

File:Volvo V70 -- 01-07-2012 rear.jpg|Volvo V70 pre-facelift (US)

File:2007 Volvo V70 SE Sport Diesel 2.4 Front.jpg|Volvo V70 post facelift (UK)

File:2007 Volvo V70 SE Sport Diesel 2.4 Rear.jpg|Volvo V70 post facelift (UK)

File:2007 Volvo V70 cargo area.jpg|Volvo V70 load area with rear seats folded flat (UK)

File:VolvoV70Instrumentpanelen.jpg|Volvo V70 Interior (Europe)

At its introduction, the second generation V70 XC{{cite AV media |language=en |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2iXBj2fV4Y |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/E2iXBj2fV4Y |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=2003 Volvo V70 XC – Off-Road Test Drive & Review |publisher=Men and Motors |others=Presenter: Glenda McKay |type=Television production |via=YouTube |date=24 June 2014 |access-date=2015-09-21 }}{{cbignore}}{{cite web |language=de |url=https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/einzeltests/volvo-v70-im-test-staub-berater-744692.html |title=Volvo V70 im Test: Staub-Berater |trans-title=Volvo V70 review: Dust consultant |publisher=Auto, Motor & Sport |website=auto-motor-und-sport.de |date=12 July 2000 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151208012624/https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/einzeltests/volvo-v70-im-test-staub-berater-744692.html |archive-date=2015-12-08 |access-date=2018-01-07 |url-status=live}} received a major upgrade. It featured better ground clearance of {{convert|8.2|in|mm|abbr=on}} thanks to a raised suspension, different bodywork with unpainted bumpers and fender extensions, and AWD as standard. An interior grab handle for the front passenger was installed only on this model. Early V70 XC featured special rear view mirrors, a feature that was discontinued after 2003.

Engine and gearbox choices were limited. Only the petrol 2.4L low pressure turbo, or the D5 diesel engine with either a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission were available. No diesel version was offered for the North American market.

For 2003, the model was renamed the XC70, in keeping with Volvo's newly introduced XC90. Petrol 2.5L low pressure turbo engine replaced the 2.4L low pressure engine.

File:2004 Volvo XC70 (MY04) LE 2.5 T station wagon (2015-06-15) 01.jpg|Volvo XC70 pre-facelift (Australia)

File:2004 Volvo XC70 (MY04) LE 2.5 T station wagon (2015-06-15) 02.jpg|Volvo XC70 pre-facelift (Australia)

File:'05-'07 Volvo XC70 Cross Country.JPG|Volvo XC70 post facelift (Canada)

File:Volvo XC 70 2.5T Cross Country 2006 (15630001269).jpg|Volvo XC70 post facelift (Chile)

In 2001, to mark their sponsorship of the just renamed Volvo Ocean Race,{{cite web |language=de |url=http://www.spiegel.de/sport/sonst/volvo-ocean-race-die-illbruck-schreibt-geschichte-a-200072.html |title=Volvo Ocean Race: Die "Illbruck" schreibt Geschichte |trans-title=Volvo Ocean Race: The 'Illbruck' makes history |website=spiegel.de |date=10 June 2002 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160820220146/http://www.spiegel.de/sport/sonst/volvo-ocean-race-die-illbruck-schreibt-geschichte-a-200072.html |archive-date=2016-08-20 |access-date=2017-07-13 |url-status=live}} special Ocean Race editions of the V70 and V70 XC{{cite web |language=de |url=http://www.bmw-drivers.de/threads/50419-2002er-volvo-v70-xc-ocean-race |title=2002er Volvo V70 XC Ocean Race |author=xeltecc |website=bmw-drivers.de |date=17 July 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170930040138/https://www.bmw-drivers.de/threads/50419-2002er-volvo-v70-xc-ocean-race |archive-date=2017-09-30 |access-date=2017-07-13 |url-status=live}} were announced. Released for the 2002 model year,{{cite web |language=en |url=http://forums.swedespeed.com/showthread.php?53009-2002-V70-XC-Ocean-Race-Edition-176 |title=2002 V70 XC "Ocean Race" Edition #176 |author=Cinesnow |website=forums.swedespeed.com |date=1 February 2006 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160818201827/http://forums.swedespeed.com/showthread.php?53009-2002-V70-XC-Ocean-Race-Edition-176 |archive-date=2016-08-18 |access-date=2017-07-13 |url-status=dead}} the cars came painted only in a unique shade of blue.{{cite web |language=nl |url=https://volvo-tools-prd-media.s3.amazonaws.com/pricelists/documents/434-20010730-V70%20.pdf |title=Volvo V70 / V70 XC Ocean Race Edition |trans-title=Volvo V70 / V70 XC Ocean Race Edition |publisher=Volvo Car BV Netherlands |website=volvo-tools-prd-media.s3.amazonaws.com |type=price list |pages=1–2 |date=30 July 2001 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180626171704/https://volvo-tools-prd-media.s3.amazonaws.com/pricelists/documents/434-20010730-V70%20.pdf |archive-date=2018-06-26 |access-date=2018-06-26 |url-status=live}} Silver exterior trim and roof rails, special Ocean Race floor mats as well as assorted badging, set the models apart from non-OR models.

To coincide with the 2005–2006 Volvo Ocean Race, Volvo revived the V70 and XC70 Ocean Race Editions.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.swedespeed.com/artman2/publish/Volvo_News/Volvo_Introduces_Special_Volvo_Ocean_Race_Edition__472.html |title=Volvo Introduces Special Volvo Ocean Race Edition – Three Models with Unique Ocean Blue Livery |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=swedespeed.com |date=13 February 2005 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170806021401/http://www.swedespeed.com/artman2/publish/Volvo_News/Volvo_Introduces_Special_Volvo_Ocean_Race_Edition__472.html |archive-date=2017-08-06 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}} These were unveiled in early 2005, and once again were painted only in a unique shade of blue. They had upgraded standard equipment and special styling touches such as specific alloy wheels, blue interior trim, leather seats with contrast stitching{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.swedespeed.com/news/publish/Features/article_896.html |title=Driven: 2006 XC70 Ocean Race Edition (European Spec) |author=George Achorn |website=swedespeed.com |date=9 August 2006 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170806020525/http://www.swedespeed.com/news/publish/Features/article_896.html |archive-date=2017-08-06 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}} and Ocean Race badges on the outside.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.swedespeed.com/news/publish/Volvo_News/article_472.html |title=Volvo introduces special Volvo Ocean Race Edition – Three models with unique Ocean Blue livery |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=swedespeed.com |date=13 February 2005 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170806021318/http://www.swedespeed.com/news/publish/Volvo_News/article_472.html |archive-date=2017-08-06 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}}

File:Volvo XC 70 blue vl.jpg|alt=Drivers side view of blue V70 XC OR with silver door trim |Volvo V70 XC Ocean Race pre-facelift (Germany)

File:2005-03-04 Motorshow Geneva 124.JPG|alt=Passenger side view of blue XC70 OR with silver door trim, rocker trim and roof rails|Volvo XC70 Ocean Race with 2005 VOR route displayed in the background.

As with the previous generation, Volvo offered a high-performance variant called the V70 R AWD.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5197 |title=The design of the Volvo S60 R and Volvo V70 R: Exclusive sportiness and optimisation |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=26 September 2002 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929232645/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5197 |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2017-07-23 |url-status=live}} Based on the PCC2{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/10881 |title=Volvo wagon image: Thor strikes again |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=4 January 2002 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160820061114/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/10881 |archive-date=2016-08-20 |access-date=2017-07-23 |url-status=live}} concept car from 2001, the model was unveiled at the 2002 Paris Motor Show on 26 September.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5334 |title=Volvo S60 R and Volvo V70 R at Paris Motor Show |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=25 September 2002 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160820060043/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5334 |archive-date=2016-08-20|access-date=2017-07-23 |url-status=live}} Released in 2003,{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/pdf/presskits/R-PressKitJune2003.pdf |title=R model press kit |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=volvoclub.org.uk |date=3 April 2003 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160305190534/https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/press/pdf/presskits/R-PressKitJune2003.pdf |archive-date=2016-03-05 |access-date=2017-07-23 |url-status=live}} the model pioneered many firsts for Volvo. It was only available with a Haldex based all-wheel drive system and a 2.5L turbocharged five cylinder engine rated at {{convert|300|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|400|Nm|lbf.ft|0|abbr=on}} of torque. This allowed for a {{convert|0|-|60|mph|kph|abbr=on}} time of 5.9 seconds. It had an electronically limited top speed of {{convert|250|kph|mph|0|abbr=on}}. The R was available with a M66 six-speed manual{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/volvo-s60r-v70r-first-drive-review-specs-page-3 |title=Volvo S60R/V70R – Uncle Olaf cranks the boost up to 11 |quote=geolocked |author=Aaron Robinson |website=Car and Driver |date=February 2003 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140718130654/https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/volvo-s60r-v70r-first-drive-review |archive-date=2014-07-18 |access-date=2015-08-18 |url-access=limited |url-status=dead}} or an Aisin AW55 five-speed automatic transmission.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/tech/r-05-specs.shtml# |title=Volvo S60R and Volvo V70R Model Year 2005 Specifications |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=volvoclub.org.uk |date=2004 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120407012510/https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/tech/r-05-specs.shtml |archive-date=2012-04-07 |access-date=2017-07-23 |url-status=live}} The 2005 facelift saw the five-speed automatic replaced by a more modern six-speed unit. Large brakes made by Brembo{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2007/04/volvo-v70r-awd/ |title=Volvo V70R AWD Review |author=Alex L. Dykes |website=thetruthaboutcars.com |date=11 April 2007 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150517062737/http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2007/04/volvo-v70r-awd/ |archive-date=2015-05-17 |access-date=2017-07-23 |url-status=live}} provided high-performance braking capabilities in line with the car's high-performance characteristics. The V70 R came as standard with Volvo's 4C{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/tech/VolvoR-Oct2002.pdf |title=The new Volvo R – Demand More |publisher=Volvo Car UK Ltd. |website=volvoclub.org.uk |date=October 2002 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929232347/https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/tech/VolvoR-Oct2002.pdf |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2017-11-05 |url-status=live}} multi-mode suspension developed with suspension experts Öhlins. The driver could choose from three different settings to vary the car's handling depending on driving style and conditions.

In a 2006 article titled "The Manwagon", The Wall Street Journal linked the V70R to a trend "to lure speed-crazy guys with kids," saying "car makers are trying to transform the dowdy old family hauler into something new," and that "consumer research had unearthed a surprising number of family men who thought wagons could be cool, if only they had more guts."{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB114073775464081884 |title=The Manwagon |quote=Seeking to lure speed-crazy guys with kids, car makers are trying to transform the dowdy old family hauler into something new: the manwagon. In perhaps the most extreme sign of the industry's horsepower race, some of these wagons are quicker than a Porsche Boxster. They have monstrous engines, giant brakes, track-ready suspensions and race-car-style seats – plus prices up to $30,000 higher than the base versions. But unlike a sports car, these wagons can fit strollers and coolers in the back. This melding of speed and sippy cups may seem unlikely, but car makers say their consumer research has unearthed a surprising number of family men who thought wagons could be cool, if only they had more guts |author=Jonathan Welsh |website=The Wall Street Journal |date=24 February 2006 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070601205624/https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB114073775464081884 |archive-date=2007-06-01 |access-date=2017-07-16 |url-access=subscription |url-status=live}}

A total of 3407 V70Rs were shipped to North America: 2004–1,565; 2005–823; 2006–674; 2007–345.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://forums.swedespeed.com/showthread.php?137553-V70R-production-numbers-by-model-year-Overall |title=V70R production numbers by model year |website=forums.swedespeed.com |date=1 April 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160407061343/http://forums.swedespeed.com/showthread.php?137553-V70R-production-numbers-by-model-year-Overall |archive-date=2016-04-07 |access-date=2017-07-16 |url-status=live}}

File:Volvo V70 R (9618322974).jpg|alt=Passenger side view of a seafoam green pre-facelift V70 R|Volvo V70 R AWD pre-facelift (Sweden)

File:Volvo V70R.jpg|alt=Front drivers side view of a gray post facelift V70 R in a parking spot|Volvo V70 R AWD post facelift (US)

File:V-70r.png|Volvo V70R in Sonic Blue, post-facelift, 2006 model year (The Netherlands).

Engines for the second generation all had five cylinders. The petrol versions were part of the Volvo Modular Engine family. Early model years still used a five-cylinder diesel purchased from VAG which was phased out in favour of Volvo's own five-cylinder diesel from the D5 Engine family.

File:V70 second generation engine compartment.jpg

Second V70 generation engine radiators featured an optional "ozone-eating" catalytic coating, marketed as PremAir, which converted ground-level ozone into pure oxygen during normal vehicle operation. The maximum effect was achieved in urban traffic and strong sunlight.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.thecarconnection.com/tips-article/1002596_premair-kills-ozone-dead |title=PremAir: Kills Ozone Dead? |author=Frank Bohanan |website=thecarconnection.com |date=14 May 2001 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170806021430/http://www.thecarconnection.com/tips-article/1002596_premair-kills-ozone-dead |archive-date=2017-08-06 |access-date=2017-08-05 |url-status=live}}

Euro NCAP evaluated the S60 (saloon variant of V70) in 2001 awarding it 4 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection. The S60 scored 10 of 16 points in the front test and 16 of 16 in the side test. The car received two of two points available in the pole test. The S60 received a total of 28 of 37 points and therefore four stars (25–32) in Euro NCAP's evaluation.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.euroncap.com/tests/volvo_s60_2001/103.aspx |title=Volvo S60 / 2nd generation V70 EuroNCAP evaluation |publisher=EuroNCAP |website=euroncap.com |date=2001 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130531031506/http://www.euroncap.com/tests/volvo_s60_2001/103.aspx |archive-date=2013-05-31 |access-date=2018-01-07 |url-status=dead}}

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) evaluated the Volvo S60 (saloon variant). The S60 was granted the IIHS's highest rating of "good" in front and rear tests. The S60 was awarded the institute's second highest rating of "acceptable" in the side test. However, an improvement in the driver dummy's pelvis/leg rating from "marginal" to "acceptable" would yield an overall "good" rating in the side test.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/ratingsbyseries.aspx?id=412 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120118125407/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=154&seriesid=412 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Volvo S60 (2001–2009) |publisher=IIHS |website=iihs.org |archive-date=2012-01-18 |access-date=2018-01-01 |url-status=dead}}

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Third generation

| image = 3rd Volvo V70 -- 03-21-2012.JPG

| caption = 2008 Volvo V70 (US)

| aka = Volvo XC70

| production = 2007–2016{{cite web |language=sv |url=http://www.bilsport.se/artikel/har-rullar-sista-v70n-av-i-torslanda/ |title=Här rullar sista V70:n av i Torslanda |trans-title=Here the last V70 leaves Torslanda |author=Bo Lundvang |website=bilsport.se |date=25 April 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160429035424/http://www.bilsport.se/artikel/har-rullar-sista-v70n-av-i-torslanda/ |archive-date=2016-04-29 |access-date=2017-07-13 |url-status=live}}{{cite web |language=no |url=http://www.tv2.no/a/8258734/ |title=Volvo V70: Her forlater det siste eksemplaret fabrikken |trans-title=Volvo V70: Here the last example leaves the factory |author=Knut Skogstad |website=tv2.no |date=26 April 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160503202824/http://www.tv2.no/a/8258734/ |archive-date=2016-05-03 |access-date=2017-07-13 |url-status=live}}

| model_years = 2008–2016{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/161464/volvo-v70-model-year-2016 |title=Volvo V70 – model year 2016 |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=28 April 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150915224359/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/161464/volvo-v70-model-year-2016 |archive-date=2015-09-15 |access-date=2017-07-13 |url-status=dead}}

| platform = Volvo P3 platform{{cite web |language=en |url=http://i548.photobucket.com/albums/ii351/agarberg/da8bfcc8.jpg |title=P3 designation being used in official Volvo literature |author=agarberg |website=i548.photobucket.com |format=JPG |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180103191402/http://s548.photobucket.com/user/agarberg/media/da8bfcc8.jpg.html |archive-date=2018-01-03 |access-date=2018-01-03 |url-access=limited |url-status=live}}

| engine = {{ubl|Petrol |2.0 I4 |2.5 I5 T |3.0 I6 T | 3.2 I6 |Diesel |1.6–2.0 I4 |2.0–2.4 I5}}

| transmission = {{ubl

|Manual

|5-speed Ford MTX75

|6-speed Getrag MMT6

|6-speed Volvo M66

|Automatic

|6-speed Ford MPS6

|6-speed Aisin TF-80SC

|8-speed Aisin TG-81SC{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/models/v70/2014 |title=Models – 2014 V70 – Overview |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=13 May 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131023120410/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/models/v70/2014 |archive-date=2013-10-23 |access-date=2017-07-16 |url-status=dead}}

}}

| assembly = {{ubl |Sweden: Torslanda (Torslandaverken)}}

| designer = {{ubl |Stefan Jansson (exterior){{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5191 |title=Refined Scandinavian design gives the all-new Volvo V70 even more star quality |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=2 February 2007 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171229185751/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/5191 |archive-date=2017-12-29 |access-date=2017-12-29 |url-status=live}} |Jonathan Disley (interior)}}

| related = Volvo S80 II

| wheelbase = {{ubl |{{convert|2816|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|2815|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| length = {{ubl |{{convert|4823|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|4838|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| width = {{ubl |{{convert|1861|mm|1|abbr=on}} |{{convert|2106|mm|1|abbr=on}} with mirrors |XC: {{convert|1870|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|2119|mm|1|abbr=on}} with mirrors}}

| height = {{ubl |{{convert|1547|mm|1|abbr=on}} |XC: {{convert|1604|mm|1|abbr=on}}}}

| weight = {{ubl |V70: |{{convert|1579|-|1801|kg|lb|abbr=on}} |XC:{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/models/xc70/2013/specifications |title=Models – 2013 XC70 – technical data |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=29 August 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131024051820/https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/models/xc70/2013/specifications |archive-date=2013-10-24 |access-date=2017-07-16 |url-status=dead}} |{{convert|1713|-|1956|kg|lb|abbr=on}}}}

| predecessor = Volvo 940/960/V90 estate

| successor = Volvo V90

}}

On 2 February 2007, Volvo debuted the third generation for the 2008 model year. Based on the Volvo P3 platform it shared numerous elements as well as general styling with the second generation Volvo S80. Compared with its predecessor, rear-seat legroom was increased by {{convert|2|cm|in}} and a revised tailgate design increased the load area volume by 55 L. The V70 was offered for the first time with four- and six-cylinder engines. The high-performance V70R AWD models were discontinued with this third generation, only a mostly cosmetic R-Design package was made available.{{cite web |language=de |url=http://www.autobild.de/artikel/volvo-v70-r-design-697570.html |title=Volvo V70 R-Design: Kombi reloaded |trans-title=Volvo V70 R-Design: Station wagon reloaded |publisher=Auto Bild |author=Stephan Bähnisch |website=autobild.de |date=8 May 2008 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140418024904/http://www.autobild.de/artikel/volvo-v70-r-design-697570.html |archive-date=2014-04-18 |access-date=2018-08-21 |url-status=live}}

After the 2011 model year, Volvo discontinued sales of the V70 in North America, instead marketing the FWD variant of the XC70.{{cite press release |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/us/enhanced/en-us/Media/Preview.aspx?mediaid=33367 |title=Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, announces pricing of its 2011 model lineup |location=Rockleigh, New Jersey |publisher=Volvo Cars of North America |website=media.volvocars.com |date=21 June 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110717232454/https://www.media.volvocars.com/us/enhanced/en-us/Media/Preview.aspx?mediaid=33367 |archive-date=2011-07-17 |access-date=2012-01-06 |url-status=dead}}

The Sensus Infotainment System from the Volvo XC60 was made available in 2011 for the V70 and XC70.{{cite press release |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/pressreleases/37376 |title=New technology, more power and improved fuel efficiency feature in upgraded Volvo V70, XC70 and S80 models |publisher=Volvo Car UK Ltd. |website=media.volvocars.com |date=12 April 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810210245/https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/pressreleases/37376 |archive-date=2017-08-10 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}}

For 2012 the V70 and XC70 received a minor facelift.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/pressreleases/38311 |title=Volvo V70 – model year 2012 |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=20 May 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150402124758/https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/pressreleases/38311 |archive-date=2015-04-02 |access-date=2017-08-10 |url-status=live}} The front received a redesigned bumper with chrome accents, the Volvo logo on the front grill was enlarged. The indicators in the side mirrors were redesigned and changed to LED, and the rear light cluster redesigned. New optional alloy wheels and exterior paint options were added.

File:Volvo V70 D5 (III) – Frontansicht, 28. Mai 2011, Hilden.jpg|alt=Front drivers side view of black V70|Volvo V70 pre-facelift (Germany)

File:Volvo V70 D5 (III) – Heckansicht, 28. Mai 2011, Hilden.jpg|alt=Rear drivers side view of black V70|Volvo V70 pre-facelift (Germany)

File:Volvo_V70_R_Sport_(2593214804).jpg|alt=Front drivers side view of red V70 R-Design with matte silver trim, mirror caps and foglight surrounds|Volvo V70 R-Design

File:Volvo V70 D5 (III) – Frontansicht, 3. März 2014, Düsseldorf.jpg|alt=Front drivers side view of silver V70 with chrome window trim|Volvo V70 post first facelift (Germany)

File:Volvo V70 D3 Linje Svart (III, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 2. Mai 2015, Düsseldorf.jpg|alt=Front drivers side view of white V70 with glass black trim|Volvo V70 post second facelift (Germany)

File:Volvo V70 D3 Linje Svart (III, Facelift) – Heckansicht, 2. Mai 2015, Düsseldorf.jpg|alt=Rear drivers side view of white V70 with gloss black trim|Volvo V70 post second facelift (Germany)

File:2008VolvoV70Interior.jpg|alt=Top down view of V70 drivers area with beige interior and glossy wood trim|Interior pre-facelift (US)

{{See also|Government incentives for plug-in electric vehicles|List of modern production plug-in electric vehicles}}

As part of a joint venture with Vattenfall,{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2tsq8f |title=Volvo V70 Plug-in Diesel-Electric Hybrid |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=dailymotion.com |via=Dailymotion |date=13 June 2015 |access-date=2017-07-16 }} a Swedish energy company, Volvo converted two Volvo V70 to diesel-electric plug-in hybrid demonstrators{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.vattenfall.com/en/file/Driving_a_plug-in_hybrid.pdf_17584367.pdf |title=Driving a plug-in Hybrid |publisher=Vattenfall AB |author=Sara-Linnéa Österval |website=vattenfall.com |date=March 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121021085800/https://www.vattenfall.com/en/file/Driving_a_plug-in_hybrid.pdf_17584367.pdf |archive-date=2012-10-21 |access-date=2017-07-16 |url-status=dead}} that have been in field testing in Gothenburg, Sweden, since December 2009.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.plugincars.com/sites/default/files/36_EMobility_September2010.pdf |title=Having a plug-in hybrid as your family car -what is it actually like? |publisher=Vattenfall AB |website=plugincars.com |pages=3–4 |date=September 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121010193157/http://www.plugincars.com/sites/default/files/36_EMobility_September2010.pdf |archive-date=2012-10-10 |access-date=2010-09-05 |url-status=live}} Vattenfall offered customers participating in this trial a supply of renewable electricity generated from wind or hydropower.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.greencarcongress.com/2009/06/volvo-phev-20090601.html |title=Volvo Cars and Vattenfall to Develop New Plug-in Diesel-Electric Hybrids; Three V70 PHEV Demonstrators on the Road This Summer |publisher=Green Car Congress |website=greencarcongress.com |date=1 June 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171020164014/http://www.greencarcongress.com/2009/06/volvo-phev-20090601.html |archive-date=2017-10-20 |access-date=2009-06-04 |url-status=live}} This test allowed participants to experience the all-electric range at low temperatures, which has been a disadvantage of plug-in vehicles.

The V70 PHEV test car uses an 11.3 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.plugincars.com/volvo-v70-plugin-hybrid/review |title=Volvo V70 Plug-in Hybrid |author=Brad Berman |website=plugincars.com |date=9 March 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100522220333/http://www.plugincars.com/volvo-v70-plugin-hybrid |archive-date=2010-05-22 |access-date=2010-10-05 |url-status=live}} As reported by the test drivers, the V70 Plug-in Hybrid demonstrators have an all-electric range between {{convert|20 and 30|km|}}. The demonstrators were built with a button to allow test drivers to manually choose between electricity or diesel engine power at any time.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.plugincars.com/volvo-reports-reactions-first-drivers-volvo-v70-plug-hybrid-83786.html |title=Volvo reports reactions from first drivers of Volvo V70 Plug-in Hybrid |author=Brad Berman |website=plugincars.com |date=1 October 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101121013235/http://www.plugincars.com/volvo-reports-reactions-first-drivers-volvo-v70-plug-hybrid-83786.html |archive-date=2010-11-21 |access-date=2010-10-05 |url-status=live}} The first phase of the field trial ended in June 2010 and included 16 families, all employees of Volvo or Vattenfall, who had the car for 1.5 weeks to one month. A second phase of the test was to run from July to December 2010 with Vattenfall employees in Göteborg and Stockholm.

Among the key findings of the first phase are:

• Most drivers chose to use electricity in city traffic at lower speeds, but switched to diesel for highway driving.
• Test drivers found that 20 to 30 km was not enough all-electric range, and called for at least {{convert|50|km}}, some wanted {{convert|80|km}} and others up to {{convert|150|to|200|km}}.
• All of the test drivers charge on a daily basis but none ever used the public charging station installed for the trial.
• Before the test trials, drivers were concerned about being a danger to pedestrians and cyclists due to the quietness of the electric-drive vehicle. After the test several of them changed their opinion and said that this issue was less of a problem than expected.

Volvo announced in 2009, and confirmed in 2010, the launch of series production diesel-electric plug-in hybrids as early as 2012.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/volvo/v70/first-drives/volvo-v70-plug-in-hybrid |title=Volvo V70 Plug-in Hybrid review |author=Richard Bremner |website=autocar.co.uk |date=23 September 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150607221039/http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/volvo/v70/first-drives/volvo-v70-plug-in-hybrid |archive-date=2015-06-07 |access-date=2017-09-29 |url-status=live}} Volvo claimed that its plug-in hybrid could achieve {{convert|125|mpgus}}, based on the European test cycle.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.foxnews.com/story/volvo-to-introduce-plug-in-diesel-by-2012 |title=Volvo to introduce plug-in diesel by 2012 |author=John Voelcker |website=Fox News |date=2 June 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090605164422/http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,524378,00.html |archive-date=2009-06-05 |access-date=2009-06-04 |url-status=live}}

Ultimately production of the V70 Plug-in Hybrid did not commence, and the model was never commercially available. Instead, Volvo opted to introduce the V60 PIH in 2012.

As with previous generation models the XC70 features increased ground clearance, optional all-wheel-drive and some cosmetic differences from the normal V70. On the outside there are XC-only front and rear bumpers, side skirts, wheel arch extensions and additional exterior door trims all in unpainted black plastic. The optional roof rails feature an embossed "XC" and are only available in black. Various unique alloy wheels are offered only for the XC.

For the third generation XC a new feature called hill-descent-control was introduced that limits vehicle speed when driving down a steep embankment.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.theaa.com/allaboutcars/cartestreports/2007062.html |title=Car Reviews: Volvo XC70 SE Lux D5 |publisher=The Automobile Association |website=theaa.com |date=July 2007 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810212324/https://www.theaa.com/allaboutcars/cartestreports/2007062.html |archive-date=2017-08-10 |access-date=2017-09-29 |url-status=live}}

File:2008-Volvo-XC70-front.jpg|Volvo XC70 pre-facelift (US)

File:2008-Volvo-XC70-rear.jpg|Volvo XC70 pre-facelift (US)

File:XC70 III.jpg|Volvo XC70 post facelift (Sweden)

File:2014 Canadian International AutoShow 0060 (12645183643).jpg|Volvo XC70 post facelift (Canada)

In 2011{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.swedespeed.com/artman2/publish/Volvo_News/Geneva_2011_Volvo_Debuts_Ocean_Race_Edition_Cars.html |title=Geneva 2011: Volvo Debuts Ocean Race Edition Cars |website=swedespeed.com |date=1 March 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810170547/http://www.swedespeed.com/artman2/publish/Volvo_News/Geneva_2011_Volvo_Debuts_Ocean_Race_Edition_Cars.html |archive-date=2017-08-10 |access-date=2015-09-21 |url-status=live}} Ocean Race Edition versions of the V70 and XC70 were unveiled to coincide with the 2011–2012 Volvo Ocean Race. All cars featured special interior trim, decor and details. Exterior colours were limited to Ocean Race Blue Metallic or Electric Silver Metallic.{{cite web |language=de |url=http://www.autohaus-am-goetheplatz.de/tl_files/ahg-2010/pdf/pdf-v60/VOR_120_V2_DEU.pdf |title=2012 Volvo Ocean Race Modelle |trans-title=2012 Volvo Ocean Race models |publisher=Volvo Cars Germany |website=autohaus-am-goetheplatz.de |date=2011 |access-date=2017-08-10 }}{{Dead link |date=September 2017 |fix-attempted=yes}}{{cite web |language=de-at |url=http://www.autohaus-reichhart.at/upload//content/volvo/preislisten/volvo_v70.pdf |title=Volvo V70 Preisliste MY13 |trans-title=Volvo V70 price list MY13 |publisher=Volvo Car Austria |type=Brochure |page=8 |date=1 May 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180109110128/http://www.autohaus-reichhart.at/upload//content/volvo/preislisten/volvo_v70.pdf |archive-date=2018-01-09 |access-date=2018-01-09 |url-status=dead}} Engine choices were limited to the D5 or T6.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.swedespeed.com/artman2/publish/Volvo_News/Exclusive_Volvo_Ocean_Race_Edition_and_V70_XC70_Edition_released_in_Geneva.html |title=Exclusive Volvo Ocean Race Edition and V70 & XC70 Edition released in Geneva |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=swedespeed.com |date=19 February 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810171040/http://www.swedespeed.com/artman2/publish/Volvo_News/Exclusive_Volvo_Ocean_Race_Edition_and_V70_XC70_Edition_released_in_Geneva.html |archive-date=2017-08-10 |access-date=2017-08-10 |url-status=live}}

For 2014 Ocean Race models were updated with detail changes such as different door sill plates, high gloss black mirror caps and front grill to accompany the 2014–2015 Volvo Ocean Race.{{cite web |language=en |url=https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/138657/exclusive-volvo-ocean-race-edition-and-v70-and-xc70-edition-released-in-geneva |title=Exclusive Volvo Ocean Race Edition and V70 & XC70 Edition released in Geneva |publisher=Volvo Car Corporation |website=media.volvocars.com |date=18 February 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170929232602/http://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/138657/exclusive-volvo-ocean-race-edition-and-v70-and-xc70-edition-released-in-geneva |archive-date=2017-09-29 |access-date=2017-07-16 |url-status=live}}

The V70 and XC70 were available with four-, five- and six-cylinder engines.

Third generation V70 and XC70 models initially had Volvo's RTI navigation system available and have included Volvo's Sensus Infotainment System console from model year 2012 onward. As usual with Volvo, front seats and rear bench are of orthopedic design. Dolby Pro-Logic systems are standard, and speaker upgrades and sub-woofers are also available. The standard audio system includes a CD player; optional audio has a USB connector for MP3 players, Bluetooth streaming and the ability to import music files to the car's hard disk. From production week 46 in 2013, map upgrades can be performed by the owner via USB, rather than the previous DVD-based system.

DVD navigation with map data and remote control is standard on higher specifications. Options include a rear seat DVD entertainment system with two headrest monitors, Xenon headlights with headlamp washers, integrated child booster seats, an integrated home link remote control garage door opener, rear-door child-safety locks, front and rear park assist, power-adjustable front seats with 3-position memory and lumbar support, heated front and rear seats, an integrated grocery bag holder, an integrated sunglass holder, a frameless auto-dimming rear view mirror with rear view mirror compass, a power glass moonroof, 12 volt power outlet in the trunk, leather seats, rear tinted windows, rain sensor and an engine block heater. Anti-submarining seats and overhead-mounted seat belt reminder lights come standard. From the 2014 model year onward, a TFT dashboard replaced the analogue instruments.

Included as a standard feature beginning in 2007 was the inclusion of Volvo on call roadside assistance for four years, rear window deactivation, safe approach and home safe lighting.

File:2014 (15MY) XC70 Sensus console.jpg|Volvo's Sensus console introduced in the 2012 model year

File:2014 (15MY) XC70 Sensus console side view.jpg|The console has a "floating" effect (all model years)

File:2014 (15MY) XC70 TFT dashboard 2.jpg|TFT instrument cluster introduced in the 2014 model year

As standard, the vehicle is equipped with driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags. Also featured is the WHIPS whiplash prevention system on the front seats.

Third generation V70s are available with the BLIS blind-spot sensor system, which can detect a vehicle otherwise hidden from a driver's view because of its position just off to one side of the car.

As is typical for Volvos, all models feature daytime running lights to improve driver visibility. Safety options include active-bending xenon headlights, auto dipping main beam, City Safety (which includes pedestrian and cyclist recognition software), Collision Avoidance, adaptive cruise control and traffic following, driver alertness monitoring and lane departure warning. Traffic sign recognition is also available.

The latest revision of the XC70 includes DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control), which is standard on all models and combines the functions otherwise known as Electronic Stability Programme and traction control.

Euro NCAP evaluated the V70 in 2007 awarding it 5 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection. The V70 scored 15 of 16 points in the front test and 16 of 16 in the side test. The car was penalised one point of two points available in the pole test for improper deployment of the curtain airbag in both the original test and the re-test. The V70 was granted an additional two points for seat belt reminders of three available in this category. The V70 received a total of 34 of 37 points and therefore five stars (33–37) in EuroNCAP's evaluation.{{cite web |language=en |url=http://www.euroncap.com/tests/volvo_v70_2007/310.aspx |title=3rd generation V70 Euro NCAP evaluation |publisher=EuroNcap |website=euroncap.com |date=2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100210052335/http://www.euroncap.com/tests/volvo_v70_2007/310.aspx |archive-date=2010-02-10 |access-date=2017-10-29 |url-status=dead}}

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