2001VolvoC70Volvo C702001 Volvo C70 HT ConvertibleConvertibleConvertibleFWDSwedenVolvo has dropped the C70 Coupe light-pressure turbo (LPT), meaning only the high-pressure turbo coupe (HPT) is offered. A new five-speed automatic transmission is optional equipment. Exterior styling remains the same, but there are new 16-inch wheels for all models, with the 17-inch wheels still being optional. Simulated wood trim replaces the previous car's burled walnut wood trim. The coupe's previously standard equipment of the trip computer, auto-dimming rearview mirror, simulated wood trim, leather upholstery and sunroof are now part of the Grand Touring option package. The premium audio system is optional on the HPT coupe and standard on the HPT convertible.Ample room, powerful engine, many safety and comfort features.Adding options quickly boosts the price, torque steer becomes evident during hard throttle acceleration.Forget what you think you know about Volvo. Well, almost everything you know. Volvos are still safe cars, but they aren't necessarily boxy or boring. The C70 Coupe and Convertible are proof of that. With the mission of going after buyers looking for a little excitement, Volvo's svelte C70 offers impressive performance and room for four bona-fide adults. Volvo groups both the C70 and V70 Wagon under the 70-Series name, but the two cars are different in that the C70 continues to be built on Volvo's old S70/V70 platform, while the 2001 V70 has been redesigned and is now based on the larger and more luxurious S80 platform. The C70 is available as either a coupe or a convertible. For 2001, the coupe's only engine is a turbocharged, 2.3-liter five-cylinder engine that makes 236 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 244 foot-pounds of torque at 2,400 rpm. A five-speed manual transmission is standard equipment, with a five-speed automatic being optional. The C70 Convertible is also available with this engine, or a more sedate 2.4-liter five-cylinder turbo that makes 190 horsepower and 199 foot-pounds of torque. This engine is available only with the automatic. The convertible's top is raised or lowered with the press of a single button. The rear seat is notably wide and spacious for this type of car. If you don't need to transport rear passengers, the accessory mesh-screen wind blocker allows draft-free cruising at even elevated highway speeds. With the top up, the C70 Convertible is slightly noisier than other cars in this class. One of Volvo's priorities for the C70 was structural rigidity, and the results show when driving it along winding roads. This coupe is rock-solid but the convertible exhibits more cowl shake than we expected. In keeping with Volvo's tradition of providing safe transportation, the C70 has dual two-stage front airbags, side airbags for front passengers and three-point seatbelts at all four positions. Additionally, convertibles provide a rollover protection system (ROPS). Inside, the C70's gauges are easy to read, and the secondary controls are lined up on either side of the steering column. As with most Volvo products, the seats in the C70 are without peer. Superbly comfortable, they offer a wide array of power adjustment, and up to three different memory settings. Combined with a tilting and telescoping steering column, it is simple to find a comfortable position in the driver's seat. Leather seating is optional on the coupe and standard equipment on the convertible. The price tag for the optional premium audio system (standard on the HPT convertible) might seem exorbitant, but allow us to say that its sound quality is truly exceptional. The C70 competes against cars like the Mercedes-Benz CLK, the BMW 3 Series and the Saab 9-3. It is not as performance-oriented as the Mercedes or BMW, but the C70 does have its own unique advantages. If you are shopping for an attractive coupe or convertible with plenty features and safety, the C70 is a car to look at. BMW MJaguar XK-SeriesMercedes-Benz CLK-ClassSaab 9-3450,000450,0004Unlimited8UnlimitedNANANA52.3 litersInline236 hp @ 5400 rpm244 ft-lbs. @ 2400 rpm185.7 in.71.5 in.56.3 in.3601 lbs.104.9 in.39.2 in.38.8 in.55.5 in.44.9 in.NANA41.3 in.34.6 in.7.9 cu.ft.StandardStandardNot AvailableStandardNot AvailableOptionalOptionalRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested18.5 gal.21 mpg / 28 mpg20 mpg / 26 mpg389 mi. / 518 mi.370 mi. / 481 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.$42,770$45,5007.35%$575N/A1% of the Base MSRPHT COUPE (5M): 2.3L I5 DOHC MPI 20-valve intercooled turbo engine, (requires premium unleaded fuel); 5-speed OD manual transmission; 520-amp battery; engine oil cooler; 80-amp alternator; front-wheel drive, 4.0 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust with tailpipe finisher; sport-ride suspension, 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 disc brakes with 4-wheel antilock braking system; 18.5 gal. capacity fuel tank; body-colored front mud flaps, side impact bars; front and rear body-colored bumpers; body-colored bodyside molding; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen headlamps with auto-off feature; headlamp washer and wiper, daytime running lights with delay-off feature; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored heated folding outside mirrors; 16" x 7"silver alloy wheels with P225/50SR16 BSW A/S tires; compact steel spare wheel; dual-zone front air conditioning with climate control, air filter, rear heat ducts; premium AM/FM stereo, seek-scan feature, cassette player, single-disc CD player, 10 speakers, amplifier, theft deterrent, power retractable diversity antenna; cruise control; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless-entry, power remote hatch/trunk release, power remote fuel door release; cellphone pre-wiring, 2 power accessory outlets, driver's foot rest, garage door opener; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, in-dash clock, exterior temp, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, low coolant, 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 withdriver's 1-touch down function; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 4, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and front passenger's seats include 8-way power seat, lumbar support, easy entry; rear bench seat with fixed headrests, center pass-thru armrest; front and rear seatbelts with pretensioners; cloth-leather seats, leatherette door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats, plastic/rubber gearshift knob, chrome interior accents; driver's 3-setting seat memory; interior lights include dome light with fade, front and rear reading lights, door curb lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, locking glove box with light, front cupholder, 2 seatback storage pockets, driver's and passenger's doorbins; carpeted cargo floor, carpeted trunk lid, cargo light; chrome grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding and body-colored door handles.
LT CONVERTIBLE (4A) (in addition to or instead of HT COUPE (5M) equipment): 2.4L I5 DOHC MPI 20-valve intercooled turbo engine with variable valve timing; 5-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up converter; driver's selectable multi-mode transmission; 2.54 axle ratio; comfort-ride suspension; power convertible roof with lining, glass rear window, rollover protection; P205/55SR16 BSW A/S tires; power front and rear windows; leather seats.
HT CONVERTIBLE (5M) (in addition to or instead of LT CONVERTIBLE (4A) equipment): 5-speed OD manual transmission; 4.0 axle ratio; touring-ride suspension, rear semi-independent multi-link suspensions; P225/50SR16 BSW A/S tires; premium AM/FM stereo, 3-disc CD changer; instrumentation display includes trip computer; simulated wood dashboard insert, wood gearshift knob, simulated-wood console insert; auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror.