What is a Volvo v70r?

The Volvo V70 is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars from 1996 to 2016 across three generations. It was based on the P80 platform and was available with front and all-wheel drive (AWD), the latter marketed as the V70 AWD.

Is Volvo V70 fast?

Volvo V70 diesel engines The 148bhp 2.0-litre D3 can do 0-62mph in a respectable 9.8 seconds, but it’s the 177bhp D4, with a 0-62mph time of 8.6 seconds that’s our pick of the range – it’s as fast as it is economical.

What does the V stand for in Volvo V70?

V stands for Versatility. With three estate models – the Volvo V40, Volvo V70 and Volvo V90 – and a wide range of four, five and six-cylinder engines, as well as a broad programme of equipment, Volvo is strengthening its position as the world’s leading manufacturer of flexible five-door cars.

What kind of car is a Volvo V70?

Volvo V70. The Volvo V70 is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars from 1996 to 2016 across three generations.

What is the difference between the V70 and R model?

That said, there are a few notable exceptions: the V70’s plastic disaster door handles, its Rubbermaid instrument cluster top, the “pleather” infecting the doors and a ho-hum shifter and steering wheel. And now the good news: the R model banishes ALL of these beancounted banes of pistonhead pride and joy.

What’s the difference between a Volvo V70 and a Volvo 850?

The first generation V70 was an improved development on the basis of the Volvo 850 estate. Its overall design became more rounded doing away with the 850’s square edges. Among the many changes were a completely revised front end, fully painted bumpers and side trim and clear indicator lenses all around.

Is the Mercedes-Benz V70R a good car?

In that sense, the V70R is as good an example of respectful evolution as Porsche’s 911 S; it’s slightly aggressive, thoroughly modern and instantly recognizable. A non-sporting V70’s cabin rivals Audi and Lexus’ caverns for materials’ quality, subdued interior design and ergonomic excellence.