Model Update

Space, safety and comfort are all Volvo V70 characteristics. Add some potent engines into the mix, and you have quite a performance, family wagon.

At 4823 mm in length, the V70 wagon offers plenty of load carrying ability. And is it safe? Driver alert control, lane departure warning, active bending lights, intelligent driver information system, adaptive cruise control with distance alert, a collision warning with auto brake, dual xenon lights, DSTC anti-skid system, ABS, a tyre pressure monitoring system, front fog lamps, a reinforced passenger compartment, an energy-absorbing frontal structure, a side impact protection system, a whiplash protection system, head restraints, pre-tensioning seatbelts, anti-submarining protection, dual-stage airbags, driver and front passenger, passenger airbag cut-off switch, dual-chamber side airbags, a collapsible steering column, an energy-absorbing interior, pedestrian protection, a first-aid kit, integrated booster cushions, a passenger airbag cut-off switch, a power child safety lock, remote controlled alarm, approach and home safe lighting, lockable wheel bolts and Volvo On Call should give you every indication that this is a safe bet.

Rear seat entertainment, Bluetooth communications, satellite navigation, rain sensors and Scandinavian leather are premium features ready to impress.

The latest Volvo V70 boasts turbo-six power, AWD, and more legroom and cargo room than ever before.

Space, style, safety and performance. The Volvo V70 delivers it all.

A Volvo V70 is a powerful motorcar that is sold in Australia as a high-end premium wagon. This is one great roomy machine that is made for large families who enjoy comfortable, fast travel; and long journeys are what the V70 completes with ease. The massive cargo area means that the Volvo V70 wagon can be loaded right up with all the holiday gear, swing ball sets, gas cooker, chairs etc, and then with the occupants seated inside the cabin in some of the most comfortable seats around in the business, you will be the envy of the town. The driver always enjoys very safe roadholding that offers loads of grip and fantastic brakes, and when the engine is wound up the response is magnificent. This 5-door Volvo has the ability to swiftly carry your cargo and your kids in total comfort and safety.

The Volvo V70 wagon has a superb electronically controlled AWD system and a six-speed automatic gearbox as standard. The smooth 3.0 litre inline six-cylinder engine has the goods to excite with plenty of responsive power. In fact, 210 kW is right ready to pounce along with 400 Nm of torque which moves this fine machine with masses of grunt all the way through its very wide torque band of between 1500 and 4800 rpm. You have to agree with me here – that ain’t too bad! When the engines power is slung through the exquisite Geartronic transmission, the V70 can cut the 0-100 km/h sprint out in just 7.2 seconds, and, on the right road, you will find that she will crack an impressive 245 km/h.

The interior of the V70 is striking in its fantastic ergonomic design. The approach and creativeness will surely captivate you with fine materials and exquisite textures. The black interior is beautifully crafted and is complemented with superb leather seats that are standard. You do have the option to step up to the sovereign hide package which comes in beautiful off black, soft beige or quartz colour leather. Adjustable air vents in the front and rear, a premium climate control unit and an interior air quality system make the cabin ambience wonderfully balanced – a real asset in Australia’s hot and dusty climate. The car is loaded with every conceivable luxury item you could wish for. And if the items on your wish list don’t come as standard, then rest assured they will be on the optional extras list. You will find that the V70 is blessed with an array of wonderful features that pamper and please, some of which include a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio controls, dual zone manual or automatic climate control, a powered glass moon-roof, 4 reading lamps, an eight-way power adjustable heated driver and front passenger seats with lumbar support (the driver’s seat has a 3-position memory feature). A sublime premium audio system features Dolby Pro Logic II® Surround Sound and an amplifier. Up to eleven speakers and a subwoofer tantalise the musical ear with very clear sound. On the practical front, extra power outlets, power windows and mirrors, a cargo security cover, complete 60/40 split and fold flat rear seats and heaps of storage areas make the V70 a user friendly machine too.

Safety on any Volvo is always from off the top shelf. So, the V70 features dynamic stability control, fog lights front and rear, daytime running lights, driver and passenger airbags that are on the sides and at the front, a security system with a HomeLink® remote garage door opener and rear door child safety locks. These are just some of the world’s best safety items on offer inside the fantastic Volvo V70. I will put a word in here about the advanced chassis system which is called the Four-C chassis system that provides a choice of three distinctive driving modes: comfort, sport or advanced. Whichever you choose, the system monitors the car, road and driver 500 times per second while adjusting each shock absorber to maintain optimal handling. At the heart of the system is Volvo’s semi-active suspension with continuously controlled Monroe-Öhlins shock absorbers. Furthermore, Four-C interacts with the DSTC system, engine, brakes and steering to promote your chosen handling style.

If a vehicle with world leading safety, loads of style, performance, versatility, comfort and downright good looks interests you, then drive the best and take a moment to check out the Volvo V70 today!

The current model series includes the:

• Volvo V70 T6 AWD

For anymore information on the Volvo V70, or for that matter any other new car, contact one of our friendly consultants on 1300 303 181. If you’d like some fleet discount pricing (yes even for private buyers!), we can submit vehicle quote requests out to our national network of Volvo dealers and come back with pricing within 24 hours. Private Fleet – car buying made easy!

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