Volvo S70 (96-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    CD model fully loaded.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very stable, predictable, smooth engine.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor. Lots of gearbox use. Easily bogs down - go for 2.4-litre.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fine at 58,000 miles. Electric window switch replaced.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    CD model looks good.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    With family of 5, no problem on long hauls.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Top notch alarm/immobiliser and deadlocks.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fine.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None, except lack of power (has been checked).

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes