Exterior
The midsize XC70 rides a 108.8-inch wheelbase and measures 186.3 inches long overall. Rounded front corners resemble those of Volvo's S80 sedan, but the rear half retains the straight lines and profile of a traditional wagon.
Intended for moderately rough trekking, the XC70 has large bumpers that are augmented by moldings around the wheel arches and lower body. Ground clearance measures 8.2 inches, which helps give the wagon an appearance similar to that of an authentic SUV. Alloy wheels hold 16-inch tires, and a moonroof is optional.
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Installing the steel cargo grid
For information about the necessary tools and
procedures for installing/removing the steel
cargo grid, please refer to the assembly
instructions that were included when the grid
was purchased. ...
The front airbag system
The front airbags supplement the three-point
seat belts. For these airbags to provide the
protection intended, seat belts must be worn
at all times.
The front airbag system includes gas genera ...
Under the Hood
The XC70's turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-five-cylinder delivers 208
horsepower and 236 pounds-feet of torque. Volvo's standard Geartronic
five-speed-automatic transmission has a feature that permi ...