Volvo XC70 second generation

Production period:	2000 to 2007
Body versions :	station wagon
Engines:	Gasoline : 2.4-2.5 liters (147-154 kW)  Diesel engines : 2.4 liters (120-136 kW)
Length:	4733 mm
Width:	1860 mm
Height:	1562 mm
Wheelbase :	2763 mm
Curb weight :	1718-1794 kg

The Volvo XC70 is a passenger car model of the Swedish car manufacturer Volvo . This is the Volvo V70's crossover version with higher suspension, all-wheel drive (on most models) and all-terrain attachments. Produced in Volvo's Torslanda plant in Gothenburg, Sweden, the XC70 echoes the modern Volvo design themes introduced in the S80 and subsequently seen in the XC90 SUV and V50 Sportswagon, but with its own unique, rugged styling with chunkier bumpers, body-side protection mouldings and larger door mirrors. 

When Volvo launched the original V70 XC (‘Cross Country’) in 1997, it was a new breed of car. Here was a vehicle that combined the luxury and dynamics of an estate car with the versatility of All Wheel Drive and the extra ground clearance that can handle rough terrain. Early 2000 still under the name V70 XC put on the market, but in mid-2003, then renamed XC70 . In the summer of 2007, the second generation appeared, which was available until mid-2016.

The Volvo V70 Cross Country was replaced in March 2000 by the second generation V70 XC  . As V70, with large unpainted plastic aprons and four-wheel drive family and off-road capability. It was initially delivered with two engine variants: the five-cylinder inline gasoline engine had 2.4-liter displacement, 147 kW (200 hp) and the five-cylinder common rail diesel engine with 2.4 liters had 120 kW (163 hp). Buyers had the choice between a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed gearbox.In mid-2003, the V70 XC was renamed XC70 . At the same time, the all-wheel drive was improved.

The 2.5T petrol engine, available with five-speed manual or Geartronic transmissions, uses a light pressure turbo to provide stirring performance – 0-62mph takes 8.1sec – with good mid-range torque of 320Nm from as low as 1500 rpm up to 4500rpm, and emissions of 244 g/km.

The D5 turbodiesel variant was introduced for the 2003 model year It is available with either a six-speed manual transmission or Volvo's five-speed Geartronic adaptive automatic with manual mode.Volvo’s D5 common rail turbodiesel, which generates 163bhp, and with the standard six-speed manual achieves an average of 37.7mpg on the official Combined cycle, with emissions of 199 g/km. A five-speed Geartronic transmission is also available. 

The five-cylinder, 20 valve engine has the latest diesel technology with variable turbine geometry. A common rail system enables the fuel to be distributed under very high pressure via a single 'common' fuel line or 'rail', and the combustion can be controlled precisely, reducing emissions and maximising performance, economy, flexibility and refinement.
The engine develops 163bhp at 4,000rpm and 340Nm of torque from 1,750-3,000rpm, which takes the XC70 with manual transmission from 0-62mph in 10.5 seconds, with a maximum of 124mph, emissions of 199g/km and 37.7mpg on the official Combined cycle. With the Geartronic transmission, the figures change slightly with acceleration to 62mph taking one second longer, with a maximum speed of 121mph, emissions of 223g/km and 33.6mpg on the Combined cycle.

In autumn 2004, followed by a facelift, to the side marker lights , aluminum skirts front and rear and a streamlined front end and also included a new gasoline engine. This now had 2.5 liters of displacement and a power of 154 kW (210 hp). The 5-speed geartronic has been replaced by a 6-speed geartronic. In addition, the interior especially the center console and the control unit in the dashboard. New, bolder ‘large mesh’ grille similar to XC90 with a bright frame and dark silver inner, plus larger front and rear skid plates. The XC70 also has a new bumper colour (‘Stone Grey’) which will be available as an alternative to the brown bumper, wheel arch and lower side mouldings on certain body colours.

Level of standard luxuries include a minimum of alloy wheels, leather upholstery, electronic climate control with Air Quality System and pollen filter, alarm and immobiliser, DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control), electric driver's seat and folding door mirrors with water repellent glass, load compensating suspension, and a high-performance audio system with six CD in-dash autochanger and Dolby Pro-Logic II with surround sound, nine speakers and 4 x 50W amplifier.
The interior design concept for the Volvo XC70 is typical Swedish design and style of the rest of the Volvo range There’s an aluminium passenger grab handle on the centre console in case the terrain gets really rough, and the standard leather trim features ‘sail seam stitching,’ which underlines Volvo’s tough yet luxurious approach to the quality of its interior design.The cabin has room for five adults, with the option of two additional rear-facing seats in the loadspace, with air vents on the B-pillars for the added comfort of rear passengers.When the rear seats are all folded flat, there’s 1641 litres of load capacity, while the front passenger seat also folds forward to allow longer loads up to 3.09m to be carried.Unique to the Volvo XC70 is the option of a 40/20/40 split rear seat, which allows long items to be accommodated between two rear passengers. The centre section can also be removed and replaced with accessories, such as an electric cooler box.
* Space for five adults, plus option of two extra rear-facing seats in loadspace, with three-point safety belts and head restraints for each occupant
* Angle of rear seat backrest can be adjusted through 30 degrees
* Unique 40/20/40 split rear seat option for further versatility
* Air vents on B-pillar for added comfort of rear passengers
* Standard ‘sail seam’ leather trim
* Aluminium passenger grab handle on centre console
* Front passenger seat folds forwards to accommodate loads up to 3.09m long
* Luggage volume of 1641 litres with seats folded
* Unique shopping bag holder in loadspace
* Rear waste bag/bottle holder
* Optional Family Pack includes power child locks, integrated booster cushions, and foldable table with dual cupholders for rear passengers

Park assist: Rear park assist is now a factory fitted option, while a new front park assist facility is now available as a dealer-fit accessory. Rain sensor: Following customer feedback, the automatic rain sensor wipers fitted to some models has been improved with a separate on/off switch. The functionality of the system has also been improved, so that, for instance, you can do a single ‘flick’ stroke with the rain sensor still on. Auto-up front passenger window: The front passenger electric window gains the auto-up function. Larger washer reservoir:drivers with the optional headlamp washer system will have to stop less often to refill the washer reservoir as its capacity has increased from 4.5 to 6.4 litres. Other interior convenience items such as a new centre console and improved audio units are covered in the Interior section.

At the end of 2005, a further development of the diesel engine with an output of 136 kW (185 hp) and particulate filters was introduced. Furthermore, the optional, so-called Four-C suspension was added, which can be individually adjusted to the surfaces / road bumps (sports and comfort). Direct competitors are the Audi allroad quattro , which is based on the Audi A6Avant, the Subaru Outback , which is based on the Subaru Legacy , the VW Passat Alltrack , which is based on the VW Passat , and the Škoda Octavia Scout.

Safety
BLIS: (Blind Spot Information System) first time on production cars from 2004. The system works at speeds above 10km/h and is designed to improve driver vision, by providing as much information as possible to make safer decisions when changing lanes. It uses digital camera technology mounted in the door mirror to monitor any surrounding traffic within 3m of each side of and up to 9.5m behind the car. If the system detects traffic in this area it illuminates an amber light on the A-pillar by the door mirror to warn the driver. The warning lamp is triangular to represent a warning symbol and located so it is only seen when the driver needs to check mirrors before any manoeuvre, rather than when looking straight ahead. A button on the dashboard enables the system to be turned on and off, if desired.

Suspension
The Volvo XC70 shares its basic suspension set-up with the Volvo V70, but with modified geometry and an extra-wide track. The MacPherson strut front suspension employs dampers and coil springs that are combined in a single unit and are positioned asymmetrically in relation to the strut. Beneath the spring struts are triangular lower links, with an anti-roll bar attached directly to the bottom of the struts themselves. Anti-lift and anti-dive technology. At the rear, the Volvo XC70 employs a sophisticated multi-link system, mounted in a aluminium subframe. This is attached to the body at four points via insulating rubber bushes to keep noise and vibration to a minimum. Four links on each side hence multi-link –comprised of two trailing arms, upper and lower links, a track rod and an anti-roll bar, control the movement of the wheels. As with the front suspension, the coil springs and dampers form a single unit. This system permits a small degree of passive rear wheel steer when cornering, to aid stability. In recognition of its role as a load carrying estate, the Volvo XC70 features load compensating suspension as standard.