Volvo V70 vs Volvo XC70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo XC70
Overview
| Spec | Volvo V703.2 | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3.2 | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2010 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Volvo V703.2 | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,550 (best) | $37,100 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Volvo V703.2 | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Volvo V703.2 | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 240 hp (best) |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.2 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Volvo V703.2 | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 72.1 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,300 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,904 lbs | 3,794 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.9 in (best) | 110.8 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 190.5 in (best) |
| Width | 73.3 in | 75.8 in (best) |
| Height | 60.9 in | 63.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Volvo V703.2 | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Volvo V70 | Volvo XC70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.2 $33,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $37,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.2 R-Design $38,000 MSRP | T5 $38,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | T5 Drive-E Premier $40,550 MSRP |
| 4 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Premier $41,550 MSRP |
| 5 | — | T5 Premier $42,050 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 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 |