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2006 Volvo C70 Road Test
Date Published: 11/23/08
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Our road test for the 2006 Volvo C70 includes a full evaluation of the
2006 Volvo C70 from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and
handling performance for the 2006 Volvo C70, but also interior cabin
and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the
2006 Volvo C70 help you decide if a 2006 Volvo C70 is right for
you.
2006 Volvo C70 Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Instruments/controls | Rear-seat entry/exit |
| Front-seat comfort | Rear-seat room |
| Acceleration | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Always peppy, though most responsive above 3000 rpm. Mostly free of turbo lag-induced low-rpm sluggishness. Silken manual shifter/clutch action. Alert automatic transmission shifts smoothly.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 8.2 |
Always peppy, though most responsive above 3000 rpm. Mostly free of turbo lag-induced low-rpm sluggishness. Silken manual shifter/clutch action. Alert automatic transmission shifts smoothly.
Fuel Economy
No opportunity yet to measure. Volvo recommends premium-grade fuel.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 4.2 |
No opportunity yet to measure. Volvo recommends premium-grade fuel.
Ride Quality
Final evaluation awaits full road test. A commendable blend of comfort, sport. Body structure fairly rigid; exhibits minimal top-down cowl shake. Ride quality diminishes with optional 18-inch tires, which transmit some harshness over sharp bumps and potholes.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 4.3 |
Final evaluation awaits full road test. A commendable blend of comfort, sport. Body structure fairly rigid; exhibits minimal top-down cowl shake. Ride quality diminishes with optional 18-inch tires, which transmit some harshness over sharp bumps and potholes.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Nimble moves, minimal body lean in corners, though handling not quite as precise as top European rivals. Steering accurate, nicely weighted, has good balance of road feel, isolation. Brakes strong, easy to modulate.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 8.5 |
Nimble moves, minimal body lean in corners, though handling not quite as precise as top European rivals. Steering accurate, nicely weighted, has good balance of road feel, isolation. Brakes strong, easy to modulate.
Quietness
Hardtop seals out exterior noise better than any ragtop, but occasionally creaks, groans mildly when up. Road roar noticed with 18-inch tires, but is not overbearing. Engine near silent at cruise; rapid acceleration triggers buzzy growl, turbo whistle.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 4.1 |
Hardtop seals out exterior noise better than any ragtop, but occasionally creaks, groans mildly when up. Road roar noticed with 18-inch tires, but is not overbearing. Engine near silent at cruise; rapid acceleration triggers buzzy growl, turbo whistle.
Controls
Gauges unobstructed, clearly marked. Radio controls easy to access, though climate buttons a bit low, can be blocked by manual shift lever. Retractable top powers up or down in about 30 sec. High quality cabin materials. No opportunity to test with navigation system.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.3 |
Gauges unobstructed, clearly marked. Radio controls easy to access, though climate buttons a bit low, can be blocked by manual shift lever. Retractable top powers up or down in about 30 sec. High quality cabin materials. No opportunity to test with navigation system.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Ample room. Comfortable, supportive seats. Broad range of seat and steering wheel adjustments make it easy to tailor comfortable driving position. Large rear window contributes to better-than-average top-up visibility.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 5.7 |
Ample room. Comfortable, supportive seats. Broad range of seat and steering wheel adjustments make it easy to tailor comfortable driving position. Large rear window contributes to better-than-average top-up visibility.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Head room tight for 6-footers. Leg room never generous, quickly becomes cramped as front seats move more than halfway back.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | .7 |
Head room tight for 6-footers. Leg room never generous, quickly becomes cramped as front seats move more than halfway back.
Cargo Room
Retracted hardtop eats up half of trunk space, but golf-bag-sized item still fits with top down. Two cupholders front and rear, but they only accommodate 12-oz cans. Lockable interior storage compartments a handy feature when top is down, but small-items stowage space only so-so.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
Retracted hardtop eats up half of trunk space, but golf-bag-sized item still fits with top down. Two cupholders front and rear, but they only accommodate 12-oz cans. Lockable interior storage compartments a handy feature when top is down, but small-items stowage space only so-so.
Value within Class
The C70 is a pleasing mix of comfort, sport, top-down fun, and hardtop security. Engine smoothness and handling precision are a step down from BMW and Audi rivals, but C70 pricing is competitive, and the retractable hardtop offers all-weather versatility with little compromise.
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 4.5 |
The C70 is a pleasing mix of comfort, sport, top-down fun, and hardtop security. Engine smoothness and handling precision are a step down from BMW and Audi rivals, but C70 pricing is competitive, and the retractable hardtop offers all-weather versatility with little compromise.
Total Score
| T5 w/18-in. whls., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 52 | 54 | 48.5 |
Scores for all Premium Sporty/performance Cars
| Low Score | 37 | |
| Average Score | 48 | |
| High Score | 58 |
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