VOLVO XC70 2004-2007 Photos, engines & full specs

Aware of the 2005 European emission standards, Volvo found itself in the position to update their engines for lower emissions.

As such, the old 2.4-liter unit was dropped and the 2.5-liter engine was updated, becoming available with different specifications: one producing 163 hp and the more powerful version of it, 180 hp.

While EU also imposed certain safety features, the XC70 had already met them at the time and no other improvements were required.

Besides the main reason why Volvo released the facelifted version, the XC70 received a new optional feature - bi-xenon headlights, and a revised steering system.

Otherwise, the XC70 still looked as fresh as before and remained the same sensible family wagon with a reputation for safety.

The XC70 was a great alternative for SUV-intenders, with its all-wheel-drive standard system and a higher ground clearance than expected in a wagon.

An impressive vehicle, the XC70 offered an excellent combination of an all-weather utility vehicle, performance, top safety and luxurious features.

Best known for the safety featured that equipped their models, Volvo offered the XC70 with side airbags for the front passengers, head curtain airbags for the front and the rear passengers, ISO-FIX child-seat attachment points and Volvo’s anti-whiplash protection technology called WHIPS.

Luxurious features included leather upholstery, heated seats and a premium sound system, while other equipments included a DVD-based navigation system, a shopping bag holder for the cargo area and many others.