The 2002 Volvo V70 2.4T is a Front-wheel drive Wagon. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 5 Doors and is powered by a 2.4L L5 Turbo DOHC 20 valves engine which outputs 197 hp @
6000 rpm and is paired with 5 speed automatic gearbox. The 2002 Volvo V70 2.4T has cargo capacity of 485 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1528 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2002 Volvo V70 2.4T has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include None and None. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. The car also features a It has as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 215 N.m of torque and a top speed of 214 km/h. The 2002 Volvo V70 2.4T accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.4 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 1.8 L/100km in the city and 8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 42,995
Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition
Trade In Price
Private Party Price
Dealer Retail Price
Outstanding
$ 1,336
$ 2,180
$ 2,646
Clean
$ 1,179
$ 1,927
$ 2,338
Average
$ 865
$ 1,421
$ 1,721
Rough
$ 552
$ 915
$ 1,104
Volvo's V70 offers space and safety -- in addition to speed in T5 guise.
Ask your neighbor to name a sensible family wagon with a reputation for safety, and most likely he or she will name Volvo. But when the second-generation V70 wagon arrived in 2001, Volvo was hoping to stir your emotions, as well.
In an effort to distance it from the boxy Volvos of the last decade, the V70 carries itself more aggressively, borrowing curves and character lines from its platform mates, the S60 and S80 sedans. Engineered to offer more passenger room than its predecessor, today's V70 does, indeed, offer wonderfully comfortable accommodations for front passengers, though its shorter length makes legroom tight for rear passengers. Fold the rear seats down, and there is 71.4 cubic feet of cargo space at your disposal -- this is slightly more capacity than a Subaru Outback provides. As an added bonus, the Volvo's front-passenger seat folds flat, as well. If you have more bodies than cargo, you can purchase the optional rear-facing third-row bench, which seats two children (preferably diminutive ones).
The V70 comes in four trim levels. The base 2.4 wagon comes with a 2.4-liter inline five that makes 168 horsepower. Midlevel 2.4T wagons get a turbocharged version of that engine that develops 197 horsepower. And the upscale T5 has a 2.3-liter inline five equipped with a high-pressure turbocharger; output on this model reaches 247 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. We expect that the 2.4T powerplant will satisfy most buyers, and a long options list ensures that you won't miss out on any of the T5's additional features. Both the 2.4 and the T5 are available with either a manual or automatic transmission, while the 2.4T only comes with an automatic. Finally, the V70 AWD uses the 2.4T model's powertrain and comes with the Cross Country's viscous-coupling AWD system. Under normal traction conditions, this system directs most of the engine's power to the front wheels; when slippage is detected, nearly all power can be redirected to the rear. Volvo's TRACS system enhances the package by permitting side-to-side transfers of torque when needed.
All V70s have a MacPherson-strut front suspension and multilink rear suspension to give the wagon a level of performance and confidence not normally associated with, well, a wagon. On twisty roads, the V70 feels planted and predictable on fast sweepers and quick transitions. And the ride is smooth on all but the harshest pavement. The steering isn't overly communicative, but its quick ratio makes the V70 easy to maneuver. For added peace of mind, Volvo's STC traction control system is optional for 2.4 and 2.4T wagons. Also optional for the 2.4T and standard on the T5 is the more advanced Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) system, which provides both traction and stability control. Later this model year, the V70 AWD model is expected to receive an electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system similar to what is offered on the S60 AWD sedan -- this more advanced unit would be compatible with DSTC.The V70 boasts a long list of safety and convenience features perfect for hauling the brood and associated gear. Safety features include side airbags for front passengers, head curtain airbags for front and rear passengers, whiplash-reducing front headrests and ISO-FIX child-seat attachment points. Available options include leather upholstery, heated seats, a DVD-based navigation system, an Audio Max premium sound system, 17-inch wheels, a foldable rear table and a shopping-bag holder for the cargo area. The navigation system's 6.5-inch screen is normally hidden inside the dashboard, and rises upward when the driver hits a button on the back of the steering wheel. This feature makes it easier to look at the screen without taking your eyes off the road.
The V70 wagon is an impressive vehicle, and it offers an excellent combination of utility, performance, safety and luxury content. Pricing starts around 30 grand, which should help Volvo maintain its lead in the luxury wagon segment. A fully loaded T5 can get expensive, however, so it's best to limit the optional equipment, if you are on a budget.
The second generation of V70, started in 2000, was entirely developed using the new P2 platform, just like the 2005 Ford Freestyle Crossover SUV, the 2005 Mercury Montego Sedan and the 2002 Volvo XC70.
AB Volvo is a world-leading Swedish manufacturer of commercial vehicles, trucks, buses and construction equipment, drive systems for marine and industrial applications, aerospace components and financial services. But it did start out as a car manufacturer, founded by Assar Gabrielsson and Gustaf Larsson. The main purpose of the company was to produce the safest cars possible, following the death of Assar's wife in a car crash. The automaker was founded April 14, 1927 in the city of Gothenburg, as a spin-off from roller ball bearing maker SKF (Svenska Kullagerfabriken AB).
The name Volvo was originally registered in May 1915 as a separate company within SKF AB and as a registered trademark with the intention to be used for a special series of ball bearing, but this idea was only used for a short period of time and SKF decided to use "SKF" as the trademark for all its bearing products. Volvo AB began to function on the 10th of August 1926 when the SKF Sales Manager Assar Gabrielsson and Engineer Gustav Larson, started production of 10 prototypes and set up the car-manufacturing business Volvo AB within SKF group. Volvo AB was introduced at the Stockholm stock exchange in 1935 and SKF then decided to sell its shares in the company.
The first series produced Volvo automobile, called 'ÖV4' left the factory on 14 April 1927. Just 996 cars were produced between 1927-1929. 'ÖV4' was replaced by model PV651 in April 1929. Its success on the market helped Volvo buy out their engine manufacturer and thus become a serious car producer. By 1931, it was already returning its first dividend to shareholders.
After it reached a production milestone of 10,000 cars in May 1932, Volvo then targeted a new demographic segment, aiming to make their cars cheaper, a car “for the people”. This was going to be the PV 51 which came out in 1936 which was a smaller version of the PV36.
The PV444 was one of the most significant cars of the war era, the first true small car, a mixture of American flair and European size, it would become a resonant success and the best sold model throughout the 60s. The P1800 was Volvo's first sports car, made in the early 60s and it was so popular that it was featured in the hit TV series “The Saint” starring Roger Moore.
Safety and quality were still paramount for Volvo and that's why the 240 series which replaced the 140 had even more safety innovations in that department, like crumple zones, rear facing child seats and collapsible steering columns. Together with the smaller 340 models, they would make for most of the sales during the 70s and 80s for Volvo.
The 90s brought with them a totally new model, the 850, a front-wheel drive, executive car which won numerous awards for handling and safety features. By now, productions costs were mounting up and Volvo was one of the few independent producers out there, after a proposed deal with Renault fell through in 1993. This forced the company to seek new marketing strategies and that's how the sleeker S40 and V40 models were introduced in the factory's production line.
The new models brought a breath of fresh air, just like the C70 coupe and convertible, which are responsible for revitalizing the Volvo image while keeping in tune with the old tradition of safety and quality.
The buyout of Volvo Cars was announced on January 28, 1998. Until then, Volvo Cars was owned by AB Volvo (the commercial vehicles group). In the following year acquisition for Volvo Cars by American car maker Ford Motor Co. was completed at a price of $ 6.45 billion USD. Volvo used the funds from the sale of the automobile division to finance the purchase of Scania, another leading Swedish truck manufacturer, but the deal was stopped for competition reasons by the European Union. Instead Volvo acquired the commercial vehicles division of French Renault and the American truck manufacturer Mack Trucks (which was owned by Renault at the time). As part of the arangement to buy Renault Trucks, the former parent company, Renault, bought in turn 20 percent in shares in AB Volvo. Among the reasons why Volvo took the initiative to sell the automobile manufacturing was the increasing development costs for new car models, coupled with the fact that it was a relatively small producer. The strategy was instead to grow as a truck manufacturer where it had a stronger market position.
Volvo Automotive's motto is "Volvo for life" attributed to the reliability and safety of their cars. Volvo means "I roll" in Latin. Combined with their company symbol, (commonly mistaken for the male symbol) which actually stands for iron ore and according to the company, represents "Rolling Strength".
2002 Volvo V70 Consumer Reviews
hammerlogger, 01/08/2009
Fabulous and Fun V70
After 4 years and 50K+ miles I still love this car. It is a joy to drive. Seat comfort is superb. I can drive for hours with no back ache. Braking system is superb. This is the non-turbo model and has plenty of pep with the 5 speed auto transmission. 32 MPG highway at 70 mph. About 22-23 in the city. Repairs and scheduled maint are expensive at the dealer!! Find a good independent garage and stick to the maintenance schedule. You will save lots of $ $ . Change the trans fluid every 40K miles, the claimed lifetime trans fluid interval is baloney. The cost of a new tranny will make you cry!
keystonehubble, 12/22/2015
2.4 Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
Totally expected
Owner of this car for four years now. Little over 80k on the car when purchased. Around 120k, 130 k the instrument cluster failed. I bought the part, but Volvo & the mechanic seem to have an excuse everytime we try to get the car in to replace it.
The car has a new timing belt and steering column -and other parts too numerous to name. The car is in the shop 2 -3 times a year.
Although this is a very safe car and I feel safe in it, it is a money pit.
Do not buy a Volvo unless you enjoy throwing your money away! All the electronic components will fail.
Your best option if you want a Volvo is to buy a really old one with no digital components.
Good luck!!!
lyricsdata, 11/04/2008
Eats Wheel Bearings
This car has had 6 wheel bearing replacements in 130,000 miles. Spoke of record with an engineer at bearing supplier. Said the bearings are not adequate for parts of North American market. Inner wheels fill with mud and harden creating vibration when driving. I don't recommend this car if you live or travel on dirt roads.
crispclad, 09/09/2007
Buyer Beware!!!
We bought this car with 32k miles on it in 2004. We bought a certified pre- owned Volvo which extended the warranty to 100,000 miles. It cost $ 1,500 extra (at least that's what the dealer said). I'm glad that we got the extended warranty because we needed it approximately 12-15 times in 3 years of ownership for major repairs. I've never had so many problems with any car that I've ever owned. Most of the problems were related to vaious sensors on the car and the car went into sort of a limp mode on 2 or 3 occasions which reallty caused a lot of worry about getting stranded on the side of the road. We got rid of it and bought a new Toyota Sienna. Volvo is by far the worst car I've ever owned.
dextrousribbit, 06/14/2017
2005 Volvo V70
"First Volvo (and definitely not my last!)"
After wanting a Volvo for years I finally broke down and purchased a 2005 Volvo V70 2.4. I love the wagons, and when I had the opportunity to purchase one from a trustworthy Volvo mechanic, I did not let it pass me by. Everything about this car has exceeded my expectations. Even with the base engine, it still has enough power. The car is easy to maneuver through city traffic. Very comfortable, I drive roughly 2,500 miles a month and never am I uncomfortable. I feel extremely safe behind the wheel, it feels like a sturdy car and I dont feel the wind pull me as I drive along the highway. I have only experienced one winter so far wth the Volvo, there were no problems and it handled very well in the snow. I love the cargo space, as a college student it makes it easy to transport all my stuff. I love how the seats fold flat, my previous vehicle would not allow me to lay the seats flat which was extremely annoying. Many convenience features including rain-sensing wiper blades and defrosting side view mirrors. Gas mileage has been averaging between 27-29 MPG. In the 6 months I have owned it so far I have only had two minor problems with the car: the thermostat had to be replaced and I had to replace the starter (not bad for a 12 year old car). My only complaint is that the climate system can be confusing to operate, sometimes the blower will not allow you to turn it off. Bought the vehicle with high mileage but Im not worried. Already looking into the XC60 for my next vehicle. Volvo sold me on their motto: Volvo for life!
radiationhig, 04/28/2017
2004 Volvo V70
"Holds everything, blast to drive"
This is a review of the 2004 V70 R. Ive owned mine since it had 16 miles on the odometer, and now its at 95000 in 2017. (It sat at the airport all week for a bunch of years.) I havent bought another car yet because I cant find anything that beats this thing. It does have some weaknesses, but I absolutely love this car I can stuff my wretchedly muddy 29-inch-wheeled, XL-size mountain bike in the back (on the fitted vinyl cover) when I need to, or two giant 50-gallon trash barrels and all the other stuff I need to take to the dump on the weekend. When it doesnt need to haul stuff it is my sporty car, with relatively fat 235/45 Pilot Super Sport summer tires, huge and amazing real Brembo mult-piston brakes, 300 horsepower engine, AWD, super nice steering, and even a 6-speed manual transmission. Sooooo much fun to drive!
Check that the angle gear housing isnt leaking. (Its 3500 if it is.)
Expect the wheel front wheel bearings to be need replacing every 40K. Theyre weak.
Replace the engine mount elastomers every 40K. So smooth with fresh ones.
Change the synthetic oil frequently, and yes use synthetic because the turbo really cooks it.
My fuel pump failed at around 75K, nearly stranding me.
My fuel level sensor failed, requiring a whole new 1000 dollars tank repair.
In the rain the brake pads would hydroplane for 1/4 second on hard braking, so I swapped for cross-drilled rotors.
My HU-850 radio died. I never cared, but after 4 years or so my family got me a new used one. That ones not completely stable either, but the cars more fun to listen to anyway.
Mines been dealer-serviced since birth, and I have no complaints, but it does need twice as many repairs than my other 2 Volvos (1998 850 GL, and 2009 XC90 R-Design). I consider that a fair tradeoff for a car that was never designed for the stress of being as sporty as it is. Oh -- The wheel wells didnt get redesigned, so Volvo just put in stops to prevent the extra wide wheels from rubbing when turned. As a result, the turning radius is larger than that of a Chevy Suburban. Parking requires skill. Caveat emptor.Read less
gongwood, 03/08/2017
2004 Volvo V70
"Great Performance and Utility"
Love to drive this car but it still works great as a station wagon around town. Handling on back roads is a joy with the awd and ccc suspension working superbly. Interior is comfortable and seats are great but the quality of the other furnishings is mostly disappointing. Too much plastic which occasionally comes off and cannot be repaired. To date the only mechanical failure has been the recent demise of the A/C bearing requiring a replacement of the pump which was not cheap.
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