Body style: Wagon (station wagon, estate, combi, touring)
Segment: Crossover
Production years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
The first generation of the XC70 Cross Country was a huge success for the Swedish carmaker, and it tried to make a worthy sequel for it.
Volvo introduced the second generation of the XC70 in 2000. While it wasn't as big or luxurious as the Audi A6 Allroad, it offered a similar performance level, good comfort, and, most importantly, a lower price. After all, it was still a premium brand, and it featured a bold design.
Developed on the same base as the V70 station wagon, the XC70 featured a higher ground clearance and black plastic bumpers. Its side black plastic moldings were scratch resistant and handled well against bushes, trolley carts, and dog bites. They didn't resist too well in the sunshine, but other than that were ok. Volvo offered the car with standard roof rails, and the slightly raked tailgate was protected at the bottom by the thick plastic bumper.
Inside, Volvo installed a comfortable lounge with bucket seats at the front and a bench for three in the back. The center stack was tilted toward the driver and, for the passenger, the carmaker installed a handle on the center console.
While the XC70 was not a true off-road vehicle, it handled well on rough, unpaved roads. Its all-wheel-drive system was tuned to send the most torque to the wheel with the best traction. Under the hood, Volvo installed a choice of three engines, which provided between 163 hp and 210 hp.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L T 5MT (200 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2435 cm3 |
Power: | 147 KW @ 6000 RPM 200 HP @ 6000 RPM 197 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 210 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 285 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130.5 mph (210 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65 HR16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.3 in (4732 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 61.5 in (1562 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.4/60.9 in (1,610/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.8 in (2764 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.2 in (208 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3606.7 lbs (1636 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4850.2 lbs (2200 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.7 mpg US (14.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 251 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L T 5MT (210 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2521 cm3 |
Power: | 154 KW @ 5000 RPM 209 HP @ 5000 RPM 207 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM 320 Nm @ 1500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130.5 mph (210 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65 HR16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.3 in (4732 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 61.5 in (1562 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.4/60.9 in (1,610/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.8 in (2764 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.2 in (208 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3668.5 lbs (1664 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4894.3 lbs (2220 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.7 mpg US (14.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 249 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - D5 5MT (163 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2401 cm3 |
Power: | 120 KW @ 4000 RPM 163 HP @ 4000 RPM 161 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 251 lb-ft @ 1750-2750 RPM 340 Nm @ 1750-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121.2 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65 HR16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.3 in (4732 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 61.5 in (1562 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.4/60.9 in (1,610/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.8 in (2764 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.2 in (208 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3736.8 lbs (1695 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4894.3 lbs (2220 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 226 g/km |