2001 Volvo V70 Volvo V70 2001 Volvo V70 T5 M Wagon Wagon Wagon FWD Ghent, Belgium The Volvo V70 has been redesigned for 2001. Major changes include a new body structure, fresh styling, a revised interior and upgraded feature content. Safety figures prominently with the new V70 (as usual), but it is also more sporting than before, especially in T5 trim. This information has not yet been compiled for this vehicle. This information has not yet been compiled for this vehicle. Ask your neighbor to name a family-oriented wagon with a reputation for safety, and most likely he or she will name Volvo. For 2001, however, Volvo is looking to go beyond that confining image with its redesigned V70 Wagon. For the new V70, Volvo set out to improve interior space, versatility, comfort and performance. The new V70 shares its platform with the S80, Volvo's top-of-the-line sedan. As a result, the new V70 is slightly shorter than the 2000 model, but it has a longer wheelbase, wider front and rear tracks, and about 2 more inches of width and height. The change in dimensions gives passengers plenty of interior space, and four adults will have no problem getting comfortable. Fold the rear seats down, and there is 71.4 cubic feet of cargo space at your disposal. The new V70 has plenty to offer in terms of performance. The base 2.4T and all-wheel-drive Cross Country models comes with a 197-horsepower, 2.4-liter, turbocharged five-cylinder engine. The up-level T5 also has a turbocharged five-cylinder engine, but output on this model reaches 247 horsepower and 243 foot-pounds of torque. Both V70s have a MacPherson-strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension to give the wagon a level of performance and confidence not normally associated with, well, a wagon. On the twisty roads, the V70 feels planted and predictable on fast sweepers and quick transitions. Steering feel is on the heavy side with no discernible on-center dead spot and a quick ratio that makes navigating tight switchbacks a pleasure. The V70 boasts a long list of safety and convenience features perfect for hauling the brood and associated gear. The front seats offer the kind of comfort and support we've come to expect from Swedish automobiles, while also providing Volvo's anti-whiplash protection technology. All five seating positions have three-point inertia-reel safety belts. Additional safety features include dual-stage front airbags, front side airbags, front-and-rear head airbags, and child-seat ISOFIX attachment points. Highlights from the optional equipment list include stability control, a third-row seat, a foldable rear table, heated seats, a shopping-bag holder for the cargo area, 17-inch alloy wheels, Dolby surround sound and a GPS navigation system. The navigation system's screen is normally hidden inside the dashboard, and rises upwards when a button on the back of the steering wheel is pushed. This feature makes it easier to look at the screen without taking your eyes off the road. The new V70 is an impressive vehicle, and it offers an excellent combination of utility, performance and safety. The Cross Country, in particular, would make an excellent vehicle for cold climates. V70 pricing starts in the low 30s, which should help Volvo maintains its lead in the luxury wagon segment. A fully loaded T5 or Cross Country can get expensive, however, so it's best to limit the optional equipment if you are on a budget. Audi A6 BMW 5-Series Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saab 9-5 450,000 450,000 4Unlimited 8Unlimited 7.1 sec. 122 ft. 0.81 5 2.3 liters Inline 247 hp @ 5200 rpm 243 ft-lbs. @ 2400 rpm 185.4 in. 71 in. 58.7 in. 3369 lbs. 108.5 in. 39.3 in. 38.9 in. 56.2 in. 55.9 in. 55 in. 54.8 in. 42.6 in. 35.2 in. 37.5 cu.ft. Standard Standard Standard Standard Not Available Standard Optional Rating = Not Tested Rating = Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested 21.1 gal. 21 mpg / 27 mpg 443 mi. / 570 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. $32,148 $34,200 7.35% $575 N/A 1% of the Base MSRP 2.4M (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; engine oil cooler; 100-amp alternator; driver's selectable multi-mode transmission; front-wheel drive, 2.8 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent strut suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, rear independent multi-link suspension with anti-roll bar, rear coil springs; rack-and-pinion power steering; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 21.1 gal. capacity fuel tank; front mud flaps, side impact bars; front and rear body-colored bumpers with black anti-scuff strip, rear step bumper; black bodyside molding; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen auto-off headlamps with daytime running lights, delay-off feature; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored heated folding outside mirrors; 15" x 6.5" silver alloy wheels; P205/55HR16 BSW A/S tires; compact steel spare wheel; dual-zone front airconditioning, air filter, rear heat ducts; premium AM/FM stereo w/clock, seek-scan feature, cassette player, 6 speakers, amplifier, theft deterrent, window grid diversity antenna; cruise control; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry, child-safety rear door locks, power remote hatch release; 2 power accessory outlets, driver's foot rest; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, exterior temp, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, low coolant, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, bulb failure, door ajar, trunk ajar, service interval; driver's and passenger's front airbags, driver's and front passenger's seat-mounted side airbags, overhead airbag; ignition disable, panic alarm, security system; tinted windows, power front and rear windows with driver's and passenger's 1-touch down function, fixed 1/4 vent windows; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, fixed-interval rearwiper, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver and passenger seats include 8-way adjustment, lumbar support; 60/40 folding rear split-bench seat with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage; seatbelts with front and rear pretensioners; cloth seats, cloth door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full color-keyed carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats, aluminum interior accents; 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 and body-colored door handles. 2.4T WAGON (5A): 2.4L I5 DOHC MPI 20-valve intercooled turbo engine, 5-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up converter; touring-ride suspension, body-colored front mud flaps; headlamp washer and wiper; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; 16" x 6.5" silver alloy wheels; dual-zone front air conditioning with climate control; premium AM/FM stereo, seek-scan feature, cassette player, 3-disc CD changer, 6 speakers, amplifier; valet key; central locking; power remote fuel door release; cellphone pre-wiring, garage door opener; additional instrumentation display includes in-dash clock, trip computer; additional warning indicators include low brake fluid; illuminated ignition switch; simulated wood dashboard insert, wood gearshift knob, simulated wood console insert; driver's 3-setting seat memory; additional interior lights include door curb lights; leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment; auto-dimming day/night rearviewmirror; audio media storage and cargo tie downs. T5 WAGON (5M) (in addition to or instead of 2.4T A (5A) equipment): 2.3L I5 DOHC MPI 20-valve intercooled turbo engine with variable valve timing, 5-speed OD manual transmission; traction control; 16" x 7" silver alloy wheels with P215/55HR16 A/S BSW tires; single-disc CD player, 8 speakers, garage door opener. XC AWD WAGON (4A) (in addition to or instead of T5 WAGON (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 auto-manual transmission; full-time limited-slip differential; skid plates; roof rack; front and rear colored bumpers with black anti-scuff strip; colored fender flares; driver's and passenger's power remote colored heated folding outside mirrors; P215/65HR16 BSW A/S tires; passenger's front seat includes 8-way direction control and lumbar support; 40/20/40 folding rear split-bench seat, chrome interior accents; 1 seatback storage pocket, reversible cargo mats. -- Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic $1,200 $1,200 000011 Heated Front Seats $212 $250 000142 Volvo Navigation System $2,125 $2,500 000163 Radio: HU 803 w/4-Disc CD Changer & Premium Sound $850 $1,000 000188 Foldable Rear Table $170 $200 000227 Dynamic Stability Control (DTSC) $935 $1,100 000262 12" Active Subwoofer System $297 $350 000322 Integrated Booster Seats $255 $300 417 Paint: Nautic Blue Metallic $340 $400 426 Paint: Mystic Silver Metallic $340 $400 443 Paint: Moondust Metallic $340 $400 444 Paint: Polarartic $340 $400 445 Paint: Venetian Red Metallic $340 $400 447 Paint: Cypress Green Metallic $340 $400 449 Paint: Platinum Green Metallic $340 $400 AA Leather Seat Trim $1,105 $1,300 LTHRP4 Leather Package $1,500 $1,765 SECURPK Security Package $433 $510 SNROOF Power Glass Sunroof $1,020 $1,200 VERSP2 Versatility Package w/Third Seat $1,402 $1,650 VERSPK Versatility Package $573 $675 WTHRPK Cold Weather Package $382 $450