2000 Volvo S70 Volvo S70 2000 Volvo S70 Base AWD Sedan Sedan Sedan AWD Sweden Engine improvements, a new transmission, and equipment upgrades constitute the changes for the 2000 S70. Superb comfort, plenty of safety equipment, solid construction and amazing braking ability. High price, odd control placement. Safe and sturdy describes the Volvo image. To be sure, Volvos are both safe and sturdy, boasting many standard safety features and feeling as though they've been cast from a single block of iron. But, there are other reasons to buy a Volvo. Turbo power is one. The engine bogs a bit until the turbocharger gets spooled up, but once on boil, a Volvo will rocket forward quickly enough to force your body back into the seat. Brakes are outstanding and steering is firm and linear. All mechanical systems communicate clearly, allowing the driver to understand what the car is doing at all times. Comfort is another big Volvo advantage. The seats in these Swedish cars are the best the world has to offer. You can drive a Volvo non-stop all day long, and not feel one bit of fatigue-unless of course you and Jose Cuervo visited a bit longer than you should have the night before. These are the characteristics that keep Volvo buyers returning in droves for new versions of their favorite car, whether it's the S70 sedan or V70 wagon. They live with the minor ergonomic glitches and the staid styling, trading these blemishes for the comfort, performance and security a Volvo delivers. Base models have a 2.4-liter, inline five-cylinder engine pumping 162 horsepower through either a five-speed manual or a new five-speed automatic transmission. The engine uses Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT), producing better fuel economy and reducing noise, vibration and harshness levels. GLT sedans and Cross Country AWD wagons are powered by a light-pressure turbocharged (LPT) version of the base engine, good for 190 horsepower. The only transmission available on Volvo cars with LPT engines is the four-speed automatic. T-5 designates the hot-rod front-wheel-drive edition, and it comes with a high-pressure turbocharged 2.3-liter, inline five-cylinder engine making 236 horsepower. The AWD R wagon gets this same engine. For 2000, all North American models receive standard alloy wheels, a security system and WHIPS seat technology, which minimizes whiplash injuries in a rear-end collision. The seat itself moves back 15 degrees with the occupant after impact, preventing the person's body from snapping forward again. At the same time the headrest moves forward, providing extra support for the head and neck. While the V70 AWD and V70 T-5 have been discontinued, the V70R AWD and S70 T-5 receive Homelink standard. Twin, rear-integrated child-booster cushions are new this year and optional on the V70, Volvo V-Tex Vinyl upholstery is discontinued, and color options Blue/Green, Desert Wind and Sandstone Brown are replaced by Moondust and Venetian Red. All options have been consolidated into packages and are no longer available individually. These Volvos have a lot more to offer than just safety and security. The S70/V70 models offer fun-to-drive performance, the security of available all-wheel drive, cutting-edge safety technology and, as always, a comfortable ride. Audi A6 BMW 5-Series Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saab 9-5 NA NA NA 5 2.4 liters Inline 190 hp @ 5100 rpm 199 ft-lbs. @ 1800 rpm 185.9 in. 69.3 in. 56.5 in. 3208 lbs. 104.5 in. 39.1 in. 37.8 in. 55.3 in. 57.4 in. 55.2 in. 55.2 in. 41.4 in. 35.2 in. 15.1 cu.ft. Standard Standard Standard Standard Not Available Standard Not Available Rating = Very Good Rating = Very Good Good Not Tested Good Marginal 17.4 gal. 18 mpg / 25 mpg 313 mi. / 435 mi. Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not. $31,136 $33,600 7.35% $575 N/A 1% of the Total MSRP BASE SEDAN (5M): 2.4L I5 DOHC MPI 20-valve engine with variable valve timing, (requires premium unleaded fuel); 5-speed OD manual transmission; 520-amp battery; 100-amp alternator; front-wheel drive, 4.0 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust with tailpipe finisher; front independent strut suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, rear semi-independent multi-link suspension with anti-roll bar, rear coil springs; rack-and-pinion power steering; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 17.9 gal. capacity fuel tank; front mud flaps, side impact bars; front and rear body-colored bumpers; body-colored bodyside molding, rocker panel extensions; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen headlamps with daytime running light system and delay-off feature; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored heated folding outside mirrors; 15" x 6.5" silver alloy wheels; P195/60VR15 BSW A/S tires; compact steel spare wheel; dual-zone air conditioning with climate control, air filter, rear heatducts; AM/FM stereo w/clock, seek-scan feature, cassette player, CD changer pre-wiring, in-dash CD pre-wiring, 6 speakers, amplifier, theft deterrent, power retractable antenna; cruise control; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry, child-safety rear door locks, power remote trunk release, power remote fuel door release; cellphone pre-wiring; 1 power accessory outlet, driver's foot rest; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, exterior temp, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, low coolant, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, bulb failure, trunk ajar, service interval, brake fluid; driver's and passenger's front airbags, driver's and front passenger's seat-mounted side airbags; ignition disable, panic alarm, security system; tinted windows, power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down function; fixed-interval front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster;seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and front passenger's seats include 6-way adjustment and lumbar support; 60/40 folding rear bench seat with fixed headrests, center pass-thru armrest; height-adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners; cloth seats, cloth door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats; interior lights include dome light with fade, front and rear reading lights, illuminated entry; steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, locking glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, 2 seatback storage pockets, driver's and passenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor, cargo tie downs, cargo light; chrome grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and black door handles. SE SEDAN (5M) (in addition to or instead of BASE SEDAN (5M) equipment): Premium AM/FM stereo single-disc CD player, 8 speakers; garage door opener; instrumentation display includes trip computer; driver's seat includes 6-way power adjustment; leather seats, leatherette door trim insert, full color-keyed carpet floor covering, simulated wood trim on instrument panel, simulated wood gearshift knob; driver's seat memory features 3 settings, leather-wrapped steering wheel. GLT SEDAN (4A) (in addition to or instead of BASE SEDAN (5A) equipment): Intercooled turbo engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up converter; driver's selectable multi-mode transmission; 2.54 axle ratio; premium AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan, cassette, CD changer pre-wiring, in-dash CD pre-wiring, 6 speakers, amplifier, theft deterrent, and power retractable diversity antenna; driver's seat includes 6-way power seat, lumbar support; driver's seat memory includes 3 settings. GLT SE SEDAN (4A) (in addition to or instead of GLT SEDAN (4A) equipment): Front express open sliding and tilting glass sunroof with sunshade; 16" x 6.5" silver alloy wheels; P205/55VR16 BSW A/S tires; power retractable diversity antenna. T5 SEDAN (5M) (in addition to or instead of GLT SEDAN (5M) equipment): 2.3L I5 DOHC MPI engine, 5-speed OD manual transmission; 4.0 axle ratio; 16" x 6.5" silver alloy wheels; P205/55VR16 A/S BSW tires. BASE AWD SEDAN (5A) (in addition to or instead of GLT SEDAN (5A) equipment): Full-time 4-wheel drive, viscous limited-slip differential, traction control; rear independent multi-link suspension; 17.4 gal. capacity fuel tank; headlamp washer/wiper feature; heated front bucket seats. -- Full Soft Leather Seating $1,280 $1,600 -- Leather Upholstery $960 $1,200 -- Leather Upholstery $960 $1,200 -- Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic with OD $1,000 $1,000 000011 Heated Front Seats $200 $250 000156 Wheels: 17" 5-Spoke Alloy $320 $400 000178 STC Stability/Traction Control System $440 $550 000411 Wheels: 17" Multi-Spoke Alloy $1,200 $1,500 164 Dolby Pro-Logic Surround Sound System $480 $600 164 Dolby Pro-Logic Surround Sound System $480 $600 303 Wheels: 16" T5 Alloy $0 $0 303 Wheels: 16" T5 Alloy $0 $0 COLD Cold Weather Package $680 $850 PAINT Metallic Paint $320 $400 SPORT Sport Package $360 $450 SPORT Sport Package $360 $450 SUNLTH Sunroof and Leather Package $1,760 $2,200 SUNLTH Sunroof and Leather Package $1,760 $2,200 SUNROF Power Sunroof $960 $1,200 TOUR Touring Package $960 $1,200 TOUR Touring Package $960 $1,200