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Dodge Magnum vs Volvo V70

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2008 Dodge Magnum

Overview

SpecDodge MagnumBaseVolvo V703.2
Selected trimBase3.2
Body styleWagonWagon
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission4-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082010

Pricing & market

SpecDodge MagnumBaseVolvo V703.2
MSRP$23,420 (best)$33,550
Lowest listing price$4,399 (best)
Median listing price$4,399 (best)
Highest listing price$4,399 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge MagnumBaseVolvo V703.2
Combined MPG21 MPG21 MPG
City MPG18 MPG18 MPG
Highway MPG26 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecDodge MagnumBaseVolvo V703.2
Horsepower178 hp235 hp (best)
Torque190 lb-ft236 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.7 L3.2 L (best)
CylindersV6I6

Size & capability

SpecDodge MagnumBaseVolvo V703.2
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume71.6 cu ft72.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs3,300 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,842 lbs (best)3,904 lbs
Ground clearance5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase120 in (best)110.9 in
Length197.7 in (best)189.9 in
Width74.1 in (best)73.3 in
Height58.3 in60.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge MagnumBaseVolvo V703.2
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)53 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge MagnumVolvo V70
1

Base

$23,420 MSRP(Currently comparing)

3.2

$33,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT

$27,225 MSRP

3.2 R-Design

$38,000 MSRP

3

SXT

$29,855 MSRP

4

RT

$31,780 MSRP

5

RT

$33,880 MSRP

6

SRT-8

$38,105 MSRP

Live inventory

Dodge Magnum vs Volvo V70 FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2010 Volvo V70?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Dodge Magnum vs 2010 Volvo V70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2010 Volvo V70?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Dodge Magnum starts lower at $23,420. Live Volvo V70 listings start at $4,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,420).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on horsepower in this comparison (425).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,800).