The Volvo S70 appears to be the remaining survivor of the Volvo line of traditional box types. This vehicle is of the fast version T5. It has been the fastest and fastest car that Volvo has been able to produce and manufacture for the automotive market. So what does the whole Volvo S70 T5 mean? If a person has had a quick experience on how Volvo names their vehicles, they might understand that the S stands for sedan. Meanwhile, the number 70 is the mid-size front-wheel drive platform used in the development and manufacture of the Volvo S70. As for the T5, well, that’s the turbocharged five-cylinder engine. However, there is also the optional 2.3-liter DOHC engine for this vehicle. And this engine has four valves per cylinder and is turbocharged and intercooled. It has the capacity and ability to produce about 240 power units at 5100 rpm.
The Volvo S70 is another Volvo. Just by taking a look at its safety features, you would never think that this vehicle is made by any other vehicle manufacturer than Volvo. It has the capacity to accommodate a maximum of five passengers in its very comfortable cabin. Most people who have come into contact with this vehicle know that it is indeed a bargain to get a Volvo S70. Its competition includes the Audi A6, the BMW 5 series, the Chrysler Concorde, the Infiniti I 30, the Lexus ES 300, the Mazda Millenia, the Mercedes Benz C Class, as well as the Mitsubishi Diamante.
Although the Volvo S70 is slow without the turbocharged engine, it is still very well priced. It has good lines and has built a very good reputation for quality and safety. Offers more space than any of its competitors. And people behind the wheel of the Volvo S70 will find it easy and comfortable to drive. Standard equipment for this vehicle includes a four-speed automatic transmission, a front-wheel-drive system, a four-wheel antilock braking system, disc brakes, a rack and pinion power steering, front airbags, and side, child locks, a power glass sunroof, a 9-way power driver’s seat, a remote keyless entry system, a security system, a climate control, power windows and mirrors, a power system stereo sound with cassette, a tilt and telescopic wheel, as well as a remote trunk and fuel caps.