Volvo C70 1997
This generation of Volvo C70 has been produced from January, 1997 to December, 2005. We can provide information about 12 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Volvo is available with seven petrol engines with displacement from 2.0 to 2.4 litres and power of from 163 to 240 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (7 versions), as well as automatic (5 versions) gearbox.
Volvo C70 1997 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 9.5 to 11.3 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Volvo C70 1997 petrol engine version is Volvo C70 2.5 20V, consuming 9.5 litres per 100km.
Volvo C70 1997 CO2 emissions are from 226 to 268 grams per kilometer. Volvo C70 version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Volvo C70 2.4 T, which produces 226 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.5 seconds has Volvo C70 2.3 T5 version, conversely the tardiest one is Volvo C70 2.0 T reaching this speed only in 10.7 seconds. The maximum top speed is 240 km/h for the 2.3 petrol 5-cylinder 240 hp version (Volvo C70 2.3 T5).
Lenght of Volvo C70 is 472 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Volvo C70 is about 2 cm longer than Volkswagen Passat sedan, but 6 cm shorter than BMW 5 series sedan. Volvo C70 gross weight is from 1950 to 2070 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 7 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This Volvo is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 2200 €. According to user reviews, average Volvo C70 repair costs are 250 € per year. Users calculated Volvo C70 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2300 € cost per year and 0.25 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 57%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 25% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Volvo C70 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Volvo C70 prices and costs.
Volvo C70 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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| Volvo C70 1999 2.0 T Dec 1999 — Dec 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volvo C70 1999 2.0 T Dec 1999 — Dec 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Volvo C70 1997 2.0 20V | 2.0 Petrol | 180 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volvo C70 1997 2.0 20V Turbo | 2.0 Petrol | 225 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volvo C70 1997 2.0 20V Turbo | 2.0 Petrol | 225 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Volvo C70 1999 2.3 T5
Mar 1999 — Mai 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volvo C70 1999 2.3 T5
Mar 1999 — Dec 2005 Most powerfull version (240 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Volvo C70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V
Most fuel efficient version |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volvo C70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V
Most fuel efficient version |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Volvo C70 1999 2.4 T
Mai 1999 — Mai 2004 Most fuel efficient version |
2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volvo C70 1999 2.4 T Mai 1999 — Dec 2005 | 2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Volvo C70 2002 2.4 i 20V Jan 2002 — Dec 2005 | 2.4 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo C70 prices
Volvo C70 1997 - 2005 cabrio price in Latvia is from 700 € to 4400 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volvo C70 price is very low - Volvo C70 is approximately for 57 percents cheaper then average cabrios of this age (compare cabrios 1997 - 2005 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo C70 2003 price | 3000 € | 3400 € | 3800 € | |
| Volvo C70 2002 price | 1800 € | 2300 € | 2800 € | |
| Volvo C70 2001 price | 2300 € | 3400 € | 4400 € | |
| Volvo C70 2000 price | 1200 € | 1400 € | 1800 € | |
| Volvo C70 1999 price | 700 € | 1200 € | 2200 € | |
| Volvo C70 1998 price | 800 € | 1200 € | 1600 € |
Volvo C70 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Volvo C70? Users calculated Volvo C70 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2300 € cost per year and 0.25 € cost per one kilometer.
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Volvo C70 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Volvo C70 reliability is average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2010 defects were detected in an average of 9.7 percent of Volvo C70 of this generation (on average 9 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 12.3%.
Volvo C70 1997 features (options)
Percentage of Volvo C70 with corresponding feature (option)
82% Climate control
71% Adjustable steering wheel
65% Leather upholstery
64% Metallic paint
56% Heated seats
48% Cruise control
35% Electrically adjustable seats
23% Rear parking sensors
20% Sunroof
14%
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Volvo C70 reviews
| Purchase year: | 2013 age of car 14 years) | Owned for | 40`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 500 € (~ 250 € per year) | ||
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