2009 Volvo Xc70 problems
The Volvo V70 is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars from 1996 to 2016 across three generations. The name V70 combines the letter V, standing for versatility, and 70, denoting relative platform size (i.e., a V70 is larger than a V40, but smaller than a V90).
The first generation (1996–2000) debuted in November 1996. It was based on the P80 platform and was available with front and all-wheel drive (AWD), the latter marketed as the V70 AWD. In September 1997, a crossover version called the V70 XC or V70 Cross Country was introduced. The sedan model was called Volvo S70.
The second generation (2000–2007) debuted in spring 2000. It was based on the P2 platform and, as with its predecessor, was also offered as an all-wheel drive variant marketed as the V70 AWD and as a crossover version initially called V70 XC. For the 2003 model year, the crossover was renamed to XC70. The sedan model was called Volvo S60.
The third generation (2007–2016) debuted in February 2007. It was based on the P3 platform and marketed as the V70 and the XC70. Production of the V70 ended on 25 April 2016, the XC70 continued until 13 May 2016. The sedan model was called Volvo S80.
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Common 2009 Volvo Xc70 problems
The Volvo XC70 2009 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. Here are some of the issues in detail:
- Ignition Lock Malfunction: Some owners have reported issues with the ignition lock getting stuck, making it impossible to start the car. In some cases, a replacement from Volvo did not work due to a programming issue. However, a YouTube video can help resolve the problem.
- Front Wheel Bearing Noise: The front wheel bearings may begin to make noise, indicating wear. This issue was unexpected for the owner, as their older XC70s with higher mileage did not have similar problems. Replacing the wheel bearings and lower control arms/ball joints can address this issue.
- Windshield Leak: The windshield in P3 Volvo models, including the XC70, is prone to leaking. This can lead to water flooding the car's rear driver well and leaking into the rear-view mirror housing, affecting critical electronics. If the car being considered does not have this problem, it should not be a concern.
- Transmission Issues: Transmission problems have been reported, with the transmission not shifting properly. This issue can be resolved by repairing or replacing the transmission, although the frequency of this problem is not specified.
- ABS Control Module Failure: The ABS control module may fail, which can affect the car's braking system. Replacing the ABS control module can address this issue, but the frequency of this problem is not specified.
- Front Control Arm Bushings Wear: The front control arm bushings may wear out, leading to a less responsive and uncomfortable ride. Replacing the worn-out bushings can improve the car's handling and ride quality, but the frequency of this problem is not specified.
- Slipping and Hard Shifts: The transmission may slip or experience hard shifts, indicating a problem with the transmission or its control system. Repairing or replacing the transmission can address this issue, but the frequency of this problem is not specified.
These problems are not exhaustive, and other issues may arise in individual vehicles. It is essential to thoroughly inspect any used car, including the Volvo XC70 2009, before purchasing to ensure its overall condition and address any potential problems.
What are problems with Volvo XC70?
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
How many miles can a Volvo XC70 last?
That being said, Volvo Cars is among the top brands when it comes to longevity. Among the factors mentioned above, regular maintenance and driving style can make a huge difference. Overall, expect to see your Volvo vehicle last for over 200,000 miles if you give it proper care each year.
Is Volvo XC70 a good car?
The XC70 has been consistently excellent, with very few problems reported since its introduction in the 1999 model year. So, while none of these model years are awful vehicles, we'll help steer you away from the Volvo XC70 model years to avoid.
What year did Volvo stop making XC70?
April 2016
The V70 and XC70 was discontinued in April 2016 and succeeded by the V90 and V90 Cross Country.
What are problems with Volvo XC70?
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Is Volvo XC70 a good car?
The XC70 has been consistently excellent, with very few problems reported since its introduction in the 1999 model year. So, while none of these model years are awful vehicles, we'll help steer you away from the Volvo XC70 model years to avoid.
How many miles can a Volvo XC70 last?
That being said, Volvo Cars is among the top brands when it comes to longevity. Among the factors mentioned above, regular maintenance and driving style can make a huge difference. Overall, expect to see your Volvo vehicle last for over 200,000 miles if you give it proper care each year.
What is the fuel consumption of Volvo XC70 2009?
Volvo XC70 2009 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2009 Volvo XC70 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volvo XC70 currently offers fuel consumption from 7.5 to 11.4L/100km.
2009 Volvo Xc70 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Volvo Xc70 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Wheels problems
- Tires problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Steering problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Volvo Xc70 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2009 Volvo Xc70 complaints
The NHTSA has received 14 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Volvo Xc70.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-13
- VIN: YV4BZ982791
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Driver side door latch does not lock. It seems secure but one latch does not move. Warning light comes on. I’m concerned about driving it
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-30
- VIN: YV4BZ982391
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN AS IF IT IS NOT GETTING FUEL, STALLS AND SHUTS OFF. IT WILL RESTART AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE BUT WILL ONLY GO A SHORT DISTANCE BEFORE DOING IT AGAIN. FIRST OCCURENCE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT 65 MPH IN FAIRLY FAST MOVING TRAFFIC CREATING A VERY UNSAFE SITUATION. THIS CONTINUES TO HAPPEN AND NOW WE DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-06
- VIN: YV4BZ982391
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE STALLS, IT WILL START UP AGAIN, CAN BE DRIVEN A SHORT DISTANCE BUT STALLS AGAIN THIS HAPPENS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION HAS HAPPENED ON CITY STREETS AND ON THE HIGHWAY A RECALL IS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROBLEM VOLVO RECALL NO.R215 RECALL 09V3433000 COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SOFTWARE
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-02
- VIN: YV4BZ982191
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I STARTED HEARING A LOUD NOISE WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL. THE MECHANIC TRIED CHANGING THE POWER STEERING FLUID. THIS REMEDIED THE PROBLEM FOR 6 MONTHS BEFORE THE NOISE RETURNED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION BY AN IMPORT CAR SERVICE, THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE RACK AND PINION STEERING NEED REPLACING, COSTING $1700.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-15
- VIN: YV4BZ992291
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT LATCH FAILED TO WORK OR SECURE PERSON. IT WILL NOT CLICK. LOCAL VOLVO DEALER IS CHARGING TO REPAIR THE SAFETY ITEM.
TIRES,WHEELS,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-04
- VIN: YV4BZ992991
- Components: TIRES,WHEELS,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM FAILED. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS (4/14/14 AND 8/25/14) LOW PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE, THE STEMS DISINTEGRATED. TIRES WENT FLAT. REPLACED FLAT TIRE WITH SPARE AND DROVE TO LOCAL TIRE SHOP. THE TIRE SERVICE MECHANIC TOLD US THE REPLACEMENT PART IS THE EXACT SAME PART THAT CORRODED INITIALLY. CALLED VOLVO WITH NO SATISFACTORY RESPONSE. SAID IT WAS NOT ON ANY RECALL LIST. INFORMED THEM OF MY CONCERNS FOR A POTENTIALLY CATASTROPHIC SITUATION. AFTER RESEARCHING THE PROBLEM, FOUND THERE ARE OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS TPMS SENOR. WHY NO RECALL? *TR
TIRES,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-16
- VIN: YV4BZ982991
- Components: TIRES,WHEELS
- Summary: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. WHILE CHECKING THE TIRE AIR PRESSURE ROUTINELY, TWO SEPARATE TIRE VALVES BROKE OFF AND THE TIRES WENT FLAT IMMEDIATELY. VOLVO REFUSED TO COVER THE REPAIR ($100 PER VALVE AND PRESSURE MONITORING SENSOR). I REPLACED ALL 4 AT LOCAL TIRE SHOP. THIS IS A DANGEROUS AND POSSIBLY LIFE THREATENING PROBLEM. WHAT IF THE VALVES BROKE OFF WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY? TO ADD INSULT TO INJURY, THE REPLACEMENT PARTS (VOLVO # 31302096 MADE IN FRANCE) ARE EXACTLY THE SAME AND HAVE NO CORROSION RESISTANCE OR RUBBER COVERING TO PROTECT THEM. VOLVO SHOULD BE MADE TO RECALL ALL OF THESE WHEELS AND TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING VALVE STEMS AND SENSORS AND REPLACE THEM WITH CORROSION RESISTANT UNITS. *TR
TIRES,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-30
- VIN: YV4BZ982391
- Components: TIRES,WHEELS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AS THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BECAME DEFLATED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH A SPARE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR IN THE VALVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 67,000. UPDATED 09/02/14*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED ALL 4 VALVE STEMS WERE REPLACED UNDER GOODWILL. UPDATED 9/16/2014 *JS
WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-15
- Components: WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE PADS ON PASSENGER SIDE/RIGHT REAR WEARING PREMATURELY OR FASTER THAN PADS ON OTHER WHEELS, OR IN RELATION TO OTHER 3 WHEELS. EITHER BRAKE CALIPERS ARE STICKING OR THERE IS A SOFTWARE OR ELECTRONIC BRAKING PROBLEM ON THE CAR. LOCAL VOLVO DEALER (ONLY ONE IN IDAHO) INDICATED THAT THE VOLVO REGIONAL REP INSTRUCTED SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO NOTIFY THEM OF EACH CASE THIS IS REPORTED BY AN OWNER - UNOFFICIAL TSB. *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-10
- VIN: YV4BZ992291
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: LOW COOLANT WARNING LIGHT COMES ON EVERY 2 - 3 MONTHS. VEHICLE CONTINUES TO NEED COOLANT ADDED AT REGULAR INTERVALS. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND LEAK OR FAULT WITH WARNING LIGHT TO DATE. I AM CONVINCED THERE'S A MALFUNCTION YET TO BE DETERMINED. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-18
- VIN: YV4BZ992391
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE FUEL GAUGE STOPPED WORKING; LEAVING THE CONTACT UNAWARE OF SPEED AND THE AMOUNT OF FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD MAJOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE BATTERY CAUSED THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BATTERY; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO HAVE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THEY WOULD REPLACE THE AUDIO CONTROL PANEL AND THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE DEALERS POSSESSION WHEN THE COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-07-27
- VIN: YV4BZ982891
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V343000, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SOFTWARE RECALL IS RELATED TO HIS YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL VEHICLE. HE WAS DISPLEASED TO KNOW THAT HIS VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM THE RECALL. THE CONTACT HAD CONCERNS OF THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVED. THERE ARE NO FAILURES AT THIS TIME. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 999.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-08-18
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING SHE NOTICED A VERY LOUD NOISE IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT THE HOSE THAT PROVIDED STEERING FLUID TO THE STEERING SYSTEM CAUSED THE STEERING RACK TO FAIL. THE STEERING RACK IS CURRENTLY BEING REPAIRED AT NO COST TO THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF NOTIFYING THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 360 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 400.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-08-20
- VIN: YV4BZ982191
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER HAS ISSUES WITH THE POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE HE RECEIVED RECENTLY AT HIS LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIP. *NJ THE CONSUMER WAS TRYING TO GET A RECALL ISSUE RESOLVED REGARDING THE FAN CONTROL MODULE. HOWEVER, HE WAS TOLD PREFERENTIAL WAS GIVEN TO CLIENTS THAT PURCHASED VEHICLES FROM THEM AND THE PART WOULD HAVE TO BE ORDERED. THE CONSUMER WENT TO ANOTHER DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE PART WOULD BE REPLACED WITHIN 3 DAYS, EVEN THOUGH THE CONSUMER PURCHASED HIS VEHICLE ELSE WHERE. *JB
2009 Volvo Xc70 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2009 Volvo Xc70.
- Manufacturer: Volvo Car USA LLC
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
- Summary: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
- Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Summary: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
- Consequence: AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
- Remedy: VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
- Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 5, 2006 THROUGH OCTOBER 1, 2009 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE FMVSS LABEL, TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL AND A PAGE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL CONTAIN INCORRECT MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE INFLATION PRESSURE ACCORDING TO FMVSS 110.
- Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
- Remedy: THE CORRECTIVE ACTION IS TO UPDATE THE VEHICLES WITH A NEW FMVSS LABEL, TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL AND TPMS SOFTWARE. VOLVO RETAILERS WILL ALSO APPLY A LABEL WITH CORRECT MAXIMUM TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Summary: VOLVO IS RECALLING MY 2008-2010 S80, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THE SOFTWARE WITHIN THE CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (CEM) MAY NOT SEND A SIGNAL TO THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE (PEM). THIS MISSING SIGNAL TO THE PEM INHIBITS THE START OF THE FUEL PUMP. THE DRIVER MAY BE ABLE TO START THE ENGINE IN SPITE OF THE FUEL PUMP NOT BEING ACTIVATED DUE TO RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. IN SOME CASES, THE DRIVER MAY BE ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE A SHORT DISTANCE AT IDLE BUT THEN THE ENGINE MAY STALL.
- Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE STALLS IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE TO THE VEHICLES' CEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. VEHICLES IN DEALER'S INVENTORY WILL BE REPAIRED PRIOR TO DELIVERY. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
- Summary: VOLVO IS RECALLING 17,614 MY 2008-2009 S80, V70, AND XC70 VEHICLES. THE ENGINE COOLING FAN MAY STOP WORKING DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE FAN CONTROL MODULE (FCM). DEPENDING ON DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE REDUCED AIR CONDITIONING PERFORMANCE, AND/OR RAPID INCREASE IN ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE.
- Consequence: THIS SITUATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF COOLING SYSTEM FUNCTION AND ENGINE FAILURE. THE DRIVER MAY NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO REACT TO THE WARNING LIGHT(S) OR THE TEXT MESSAGE IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FAN CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CUSTOMER CARE CENTER AT 1-800-458-1552.
Negative 2009 Volvo Xc70 car reviews
Positive 2009 Volvo Xc70 car reviews
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I'm glad to hear that you've had an excellent experience with this vehicle! It sounds like it handles snow like a champ, even better than the Subaru all-wheel drive system. While it may be slightly underpowered off the line, it has plenty of torque to pass on tough Colorado mountain passes at 55 miles per hour and above. The interior design and quality are excellent, and the seats are everything you expect from a Volvo. It's great to hear that they wholeheartedly live up to their expectation. The only issues you've experienced have been a few rattles and squeaks, as well as a defective speaker, but it's great that the dealer was able to solve those problems for you.
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The vehicle is incredibly comfortable to drive. The leather seats with the seat warmers are fantastic, and there's plenty of legroom. I absolutely love driving my car!
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The 2008 XC70 is a significant upgrade from the 2005 model in terms of comfort, ride, and interior. Despite the heavier weight and engine, the superior ride and feel of the car make it a worthwhile trade-off. While the gas mileage and handling may be slower, the T6 models are much more spry. The only downside is the lack of heated front seats, which were present in the older model. It is worth noting that the car has been reliable, with only minor issues such as a cracked engine mount and a faulty fuel sensor, which were promptly fixed. Overall, the XC70 is a solid choice and I am considering the 2016 XC70 or V90 wagon for my next Volvo.
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This is my fourth XC70! I currently own one in the US and lease another in Europe. I have previously owned a 1999 (which had problems) and a 2001 XC70 which I picked up in Sweden on Volvo's Tourist program. Contrary to the other review here, I am delighted with my new XC70. It is a solid, comfortable ride. I did change the tires from the Continentals it came with to Bridgestones. It's a great addition to the lineup. Although, I do wish it had the Four C suspension. Unfortunately, I got misled by the dealer about that.
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with our 2002 XC70. It has been the least troublesome car we've ever owned, which is saying a lot considering the issues we've had with other brands. When it came time to get another car, my wife insisted on getting another XC and I couldn't be happier with her choice. I was initially worried about the fuel mileage, but was pleasantly surprised to find that we were getting 25.4 mpg during normal cruising speeds of 72 mph. And let me tell you, the T6 is a powerhouse! My wife is already looking for Mustangs to race against. I'll be sure to update you as we put more miles on it. So far, we've driven 400 miles and it's been a joy.
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Merlin Schultz 2024-10-06
I leased a Volvo for 2 years and 12K miles with the promise of a 6-month extension. However, at the end of the lease, Volvo and the dealer refused to honor the original agreement. They offered a $29K buyout, which I believe is too high. Unfortunately, this experience has left me disillusioned with Volvo. In the past, I owned a 2000 V70XC-SE and a prior 240 DL. Both vehicles experienced major system failures after 90K miles, and the cost of repairs was exorbitant. The 2008 model I leased had disappointing performance and mileage, and the BLIS and ultrasonic sensors did not work in the rain or snow. Additionally, any load in the rear caused the springs to bottom out. I recommend checking the cost of Xenon headlight replacement before making a purchase.
Lewis Kreiger 2024-10-02
Hey there! I've been driving this car for almost 3 months now and I have to say, there are some features that I absolutely love, like the PCC and BLIS, among other gadgets. However, I have noticed that the mileage isn't great and it would be great if they could do something about it, or even bring in a diesel model. Comparatively, the BMW 5 series does offer better mileage. While the performance is just okay, I have noticed that at high RPM, the car can be a bit noisy and the reaction time when pressing the gas is a bit slow. However, once you're cruising on the highway, everything goes smoothly and the car handles pretty well. Overall, it's been a good experience so far!
Leopold Marvin 2024-09-29
I have had the pleasure of owning three Volvo's over the last 10 years, always leasing them for 4 years and then getting another one. Unfortunately, my experience with this 2008 XC70 has not been as positive. On the day I received it, one of the radiators sprung a leak and I was forced to get it serviced on a Saturday. Additionally, the sales rep did not include an owner's manual or the Volvo hotline. Since then, I have had to replace the floating panel and the windows do not go up and down properly. When I took the car in at 82,000Km to get the last warranty work done (I was late by 2K), I was informed that it had to be under 80,000KM. Despite my 10-year history with the company, I was not granted any reverse loyalty. I am looking forward to the end of my lease in Jul12.
Delmer Sipes 2024-09-18
I've had this car for 14 months and unfortunately, I cannot wait for my lease to be up. It seems that Volvo still has some work to do before everything comes together in this car. Every week, I encounter electronic issues, alert messages, rattles, and transmission jumps from one gear to another for no reason. Additionally, when driving in the mountains, the car can be unpredictable. According to the dealer, these issues are normal for this model, but Volvo is working to improve it. Unfortunately, the resale value and reliability are not great. I recommend checking Consumer Reports and the ratings from the editors at Edmunds before making a decision. I hope that Volvo will address these issues soon, as it is surprising to see such a decline in quality from their past models.
Unique Bechtelar 2024-05-12
I enjoyed driving the car, but unfortunately it had several issues and even Volvo was unable to fix it, resulting in a refund after 15 months. Despite the problems, I still appreciated the experience of driving it.