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2003 Volvo C70
Date Published: 4/29/08

2003 Volvo C70
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MSRP:
$44,125 - 46,125

Invoice:
$41,477 - 43,357

Class:
Premium Sporty/performance Car
2003 Volvo C70
Expert Rating Summary
Category 2.4, auto. Rating (See All
Ratings)
Premium Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 6 7.7
Fuel Economy 5 4.8
Ride Quality 4 4.1
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 8.6
Quietness 4 4
Controls 5 6
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 6 5.4
Room/Comfort (rear) 2 .7
Cargo Room 2 2.2
Value within Class 1 4.6
Total Score: 41 48.1
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2003 Volvo C70 Review
Volvo drops the coupe version of its C70, leaving only the convertible for 2003. A revised grille and slightly more power are new for this 4-seat ragtop, which is based on Volvo's previous-generation midsize-car platform. A power top and heated glass rear window are standard. Two models are offered, both with a turbo inline 5-cyl engine. The C70 2.4 has a 2.4 liter with 197 hp, a gain of 7. The more-expensive C70 2.3 has a 2.3-liter engine of 242 hp, also a gain of 7. The 2.4 comes only with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The 2.3 comes with the automatic or a 5-speed manual. Standard on both are traction control, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, front side airbags, leather upholstery, and heated front seats.
Competition
This hotly contested segment has its benchmark in the Lexus ES 300. It blends comfort, style, luxury, and sport into an efficient package at an affordable price. ES 300 manages to offer a little more luxury than others in the class.

We Recommend the Acura TL, Audi A4, and new Infiniti G35. All offer comfort, speed, and nimble handling at attractive prices. The sporty and Euro-flavored BMW 3-Series is Recommended as a rear-drive alternative. The "3" has enough bodystyles and engine choices to suit anyone. At the other end of the near-luxury spectrum is the posh and comfortable Buick Park Avenue--an old-school luxo-cruiser from Detroit.
News
Sources say the Volvo ragtop runs only through the current model year before following the C70 coupe to automotive Valhalla. No direct replacement is planned.
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