2010 Volvo C70: Overview
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Pros
- Instruments/controls
- Front-seat comfort
- Acceleration
Cons
- Rear-seat entry/exit
- Rear-seat room
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The 2010 Volvo C70 sees no major changes. This four-passenger convertible is based on Volvo's S40/V50 compact car. C70 has a power-retracting metal top with heated-glass rear window. It's offered in a single T5 trim level with a 227-hp turbocharged 5-cylinder engine. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard, and 5-speed automatic is optional. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Also standard are rollover bars designed to deploy from the rear headrests if sensors detect an impending tip. Blind-spot alert is optional. A wireless cell-phone link is standard. Available features include leather upholstery, heated front seats, navigation system with real-time traffic information, rear-obstacle detection, and bi-xenon headlamps.
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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 | 7 |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | 3.6 |
| Ride Quality | 5 | 3.5 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 7 | 7.2 |
| Quietness | 5 | 3.6 |
| Controls | 6 | 4.7 |
| Details | 7 | 6.1 |
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 7 | 4.9 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 2 | .6 |
| Cargo Room | 3 | 2.2 |
| Value within Class | 5 | 4.6 |
| Total Score: | 58 | 48 |
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