2001-2007 Volvo V70: Year-to-Year Changes

2002 Volvo 70 series: A new "regular" all-wheel-drive model, dubbed the 2.4T AWD, joined the lineup for 2002 with a standard suspension and trim. Volvo's antiskid system was available for all models except the base 2.4 wagon, and standard on the T5. Traction control was standard on all front-drive models.

2003 Volvo 70 series: V70 2.5T AWD and XC70 got a power boost to 208 hp, up from 197. The sporty turbo T5 power was up as well, to 247 horsepower.

2004 Volvo 70 series: A high-performance model highlighted the changes to Volvo's midsize sedan for 2004. Called the V70R, it had 300 horsepower, AWD, and a 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission. Other changes for '04 include new cabin decor and the addition of Volvo's On-Call assistance system.

2005 Volvo 70 series: Fresh styling details, available run-flat tires, and real-wood interior trim are among 2005 additions to the V70/XC70 lines. XC70s add a raised suspension and SUV-flavored appearance cues. Discontinued is the AWD V70 2.5T. T5 has a firmer sport suspension. Newly optional for all but the XC and R are run-flat tires on 17-inch wheels. For '05, V70s have a "waterfall" grille appearance, XCs an eggcrate grille, and both get revised headlamps, taillamps, and color-coordinated exterior details. Real-wood cabin trim replaces synthetic in optional Premium packages, and rear obstacle detection is a new option. No longer available is Volvo's On-Call Plus assistance system.

2006 Volvo 70 series: For 2006, the V70 T5 with 247 hp has been discontinued.

2007 Volvo 70 series: Cosmetic revisions and a standard antiskid system for all models highlight 2007 for these Volvos. Both get a subtle front-end restyle and revised interior trim for '07.