Volvo V70 III
The Volvo V70 III (2008–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: P3 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,810–4,820 mm RDW | – | 4,709–4,732 mm |
| Width | 1,860–1,890 mm RDW | – | 1,803–1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,530–1,550 mm RDW | – | 1,448–1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm RDW | – | 2,756–2,764 mm |
| Front track | 1,578–1,588 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,576–1,586 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,474–1,607 kg RDW | – | 1,505–1,770 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,574–1,707 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,180–2,310 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,320–2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4–5 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 1,048 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,775 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 200–230 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 240–440 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/50R17, 225/55R16, 205/60R16, 245/40R18, 245/45R17, 235/40R19, 235/40R18, 205/55R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 88.8% (88.0–89.5) | 86.4% | 7,729 |
| 9–12 years | 82.9% (82.4–83.4) | 77.9% | 21,134 |
| 13 years and older | 76.9% (76.4–77.4) | 69.2% | 26,975 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 33.0% | 30.8% |
| Suspension | 24.9% | 32.2% |
| Brakes | 23.3% | 30.9% |
| Lights and electrics | 18.2% | 21.7% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 8.7% | 9.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 8.4% | 12.3% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
19 complaints for model years 2008–2010. 1 fire
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 3 versions of the Volvo V70 III
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2008–20092MODE CLKUP | 3.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2010Station wagon: Mid-size | 3.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.6–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 267–290 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.