Review and specifications
2015 Volvo XC70
The XC70 is a wagon version of the S80 with a raised ride height. It features many of Volvo's safety features, including collision-avoidance systems and a blind-spot warning system that works well. The powertrain is a pleasant 3.2-liter six-cylinder mated to a six-speed automatic, with available AWD, but it returns just 18 mpg overall. That engine is replaced by a new turbocharged four-cylinder in early 2014. A more powerful, turbocharged six comes with the T6 trim. The ride is fairly stiff but handling is secure. Inside, the cabin is quiet and nicely trimmed, and the seats are comfortable. It disappeared after 2016 model year.
- Market value
- $11,675
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 8-speed
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2011
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $11,675
- Retail value range
- $6,375 - $13,250
- Original MSRP range
- $35,400 - $47,150
- Trade-in range
- $3,040 - $9,395
Ratings
- Road test score
- 78/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 73%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,150
- Cruising range
- 335 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 135 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 50.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 191 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 63 in
- Wheelbase
- 111 in
- Weight
- 4,170 lb
- Maximum load
- 900 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 28.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 36.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+2+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 3/5
Brand context
About Volvo
Other brands have caught up, but Volvo maintains its deserved reputation for safety innovation and quality fit and finish. Volvos also stand out for its attractive exterior styling and for having some of the nicest interiors in the industry, with especially comfortable seats. The brand’s XC line of SUVs range from compact and two-row to midsized and three-row. Volvo also sells sedans and station wagons, along with several EVs, ranging from small to large. Most of Volvo’s new cars scored average or below-average in our reliability rankings, and the infotainment systems on many models are less intuitive than what you’ll find in competitors’ cars. Our testers have also found that Volvos aren’t great at absorbing bumps, and have average fuel economy. Among used Volvos, some models have proven to be reliable enough to earn our recommendation.
Vehicle ID: 6078 First published: May 27, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025
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