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Is a Volvo C70 considered a sports car?
The Volvo C70 is a two-door, four-passenger sport compact manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars from 1996 to 2013 across two generations….
| Volvo C70 | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1996–2013 P80: 1996–2005 (1st generation) P1: 2006–2013 (2nd generation) |
| Assembly | Sweden: Uddevalla (Uddevallaverken) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car |
Is Volvo C70 a classic?
Cape Town – The C70 represented a new niche in an important period for Volvo, a project that was driven by enthusiasm and a love of cars by a small and passionate team. Twenty years ago, it was first shown to the world.
What is the Volvo C70 based on?
That previous car, available as both coupe and convertible, was based on the hefty Volvo 850 platform and built by a Swedish outpost of TWR. The new one is built on the biggest stretch yet of the Ford Focus platform and is a coupe and convertible rolled into one.
Does the Volvo C70 have a turbo?
Acceleration and Power The front-wheel drive Volvo C70 is powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine that generates 227 horsepower.
Is a Volvo C70 convertible a good car?
Comfortable cruiser. The Volvo C70 convertible is no longer a current model but for those doing a low mileage it gives comfortable cruising. The model is solidly built but you can buy a good example for a reasonable price due to the high running costs.
How much is my 2004 Volvo C70 worth?
The value of a used 2004 Volvo C70 ranges from $1,243 to $4,967, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
Is the Volvo C70 a sports car?
The Volvo C70 is priced level with other premium cars like the BMW 3-Series Convertible and Audi A5 Cabriolet but it doesn’t try to be a sports car. Instead Volvo aims the car at drivers who want to combine practicality with luxury.
Which is better BMW 3 Series convertible or Volvo C70?
BMW 3-Series Convertible The BMW 3-Series Convertible is the driver’s choice as you might expect. It also comes in at a higher price than the Volvo C70 with poorer levels of standard equipment.
Is the Audi C70 easy to drive?
The C70 is easy to drive and the ride is smooth, encouraging you to cruise along effortlessly. If you want to press on, this smaller engined D3 model responds and while you might not call it fast, you can still have some fun.
What are the controls on a Volvo XC60 like?
The controls are very tidy in their design with the trademark Volvo floating central column organising rows of small buttons to adjust things like the climate control and sound system. Unfortunately they can be a bit too small and close together to use while driving.