2008 Volvo C70: Overview

2008 Volvo C70 

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  • MSRP: $39,240
  • Invoice: $36,886

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Pros

  • Instruments/controls
  • Front-seat comfort
  • Acceleration

Cons

  • Rear-seat entry/exit
  • Rear-seat room

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Volvo C70 gets no major changes. This four-seat convertible is based on Volvo's S40/V50 compact car. C70 has a power-retracting metal top with heated glass rear window. It comes in a single T5 trim level with a 227-hp turbocharged 5-cylinder engine. Manual or automatic transmission is available. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and front side airbags that provide head and torso protection. Also standard are rollover bars designed to deploy from the rear headrests if sensors detect an impending tip. Among options are leather upholstery, heated front seats, navigation system, rear obstacle detection, and bi-xenon headlamps.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Offering more power and style than typical Sporty/Performance vehicles, Premium Sporty/Performance Cars usually cost much more and have more comfort and convenience equipment. Two-passenger convertibles and four-seat coupes rule the roost in this class.

Our Best Buys are the BMW Z4 and Chevrolet Corvette. Our Recommended picks are the Jaguar XK Series, Porsche Boxster, and Porsche Cayman.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Audi A5, Audi R8, and Audi TT.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category T5 w/18-in wheels, manual Rating Premium Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 6 8.1
Fuel Economy 5 4.2
Ride Quality 5 4.4
Steering/Handling/Braking 7 8.7
Quietness 5 4.2
Controls 6 5.6
Details 7 6.9
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 5.8
Room/Comfort (rear) 2 .7
Cargo Room 3 2.6
Value within Class 5 5.3
Total Score: 58 56.5

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