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Ford Flex vs Volvo XC70

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

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2019 Ford Flex

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2016 Volvo XC70

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Overview

SpecFord FlexSEVolvo XC70T5 Drive-E
Selected trimSET5 Drive-E
Body styleWagonWagon
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20192016

Pricing & market

SpecFord FlexSEVolvo XC70T5 Drive-E
MSRP$30,575 (best)$37,100
Lowest listing price$9,113 (best)—
Median listing price$13,978 (best)—
Highest listing price$19,781 (best)—
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FlexSEVolvo XC70T5 Drive-E
Combined MPG19 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.6 gal (best)18.5 gal

Performance

SpecFord FlexSEVolvo XC70T5 Drive-E
Horsepower287 hp (best)240 hp
Torque254 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FlexSEVolvo XC70T5 Drive-E
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume83.2 cu ft (best)72.1 cu ft
Towing capacity4,500 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Curb weight4,439 lbs3,794 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase117.9 in (best)110.8 in
Length201.8 in (best)190.5 in
Width75.9 in (best)75.8 in
Height68 in (best)63.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FlexSEVolvo XC70T5 Drive-E
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)42 (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.

TrimFord FlexVolvo XC70
1

SE

$30,575 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5 Drive-E

$37,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL

$33,290 MSRP

T5

$38,600 MSRP

3

SEL

$35,240 MSRP

T5 Drive-E Premier

$40,550 MSRP

4

Limited

$38,790 MSRP

T5 Drive-E Classic Premier

$41,550 MSRP

5

Limited

$40,740 MSRP

T5 Premier

$42,050 MSRP

6

Limited

$43,590 MSRP

T5 Classic Premier

$43,050 MSRP

7—

T5 Drive-E Platinum

$45,675 MSRP

8—

T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum

$46,675 MSRP

9—

T5 Platinum

$47,175 MSRP

10—

T5 Classic Platinum

$48,175 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford Flex vs Volvo XC70 FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Flex or 2016 Volvo XC70?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Flex vs 2016 Volvo XC70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Ford Flex or 2016 Volvo XC70?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Flex starts lower at $30,575. Live Ford Flex listings start at $9,113.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Flex or 2016 Volvo XC70?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,575).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Flex or 2016 Volvo XC70?
The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Flex or 2016 Volvo XC70?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
Which has better seats: 2019 Ford Flex or 2016 Volvo XC70?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Ford Flex or 2016 Volvo XC70?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Flex vs 2016 Volvo XC70?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Flex (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).