Volvo C70

2005 – 2013 Sweden

Volvo built the C70 from 2005 to 2013. Buyers could choose between petrol and diesel engines, from 136 to 230 hp. The same generation also came as a convertible.

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Body styleNot specified

Production2005 – 2013

Variants13

FuelDiesel, Petrol

Other body styles

Convertible 1999 – 2005

Key specifications (range)

Power136 – 230 hp

0–100 km/h7.6 – 11.8 s

Top speed200 – 240 km/h

Fuel economy5.9 – 9.4 L/100 km

Front Wheel Drive

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Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
2.0L D 5AT FWD (136 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	136 hp	11.1 s	—	5-speed automatic
2.0L D 6MT FWD (136 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	136 hp	11.0 s	205	6-speed manual
2.4L 5AT FWD (140 HP) 2.4 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	140 hp	11.8 s	200	5-speed automatic
2.4L 5MT FWD (140 HP) 2.4 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	140 hp	11.0 s	204	5-speed manual
D3 6AT FWD (150 HP) 2.0 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	150 hp	10.9 s	204	6-automatic speed
D3 6MT FWD (150 HP) 2.0 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	150 hp	10.8 s	209	6-speed manual
2.4i 5AT FWD (170 HP) 2.4 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	170 hp	10.0 s	216	5-speed automatic
2.4i 5MT FWD (170 HP) 2.4 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	170 hp	9.1 s	220	5-speed manual
D4 6AT FWD (177 HP) 2.0 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	177 hp	9.9 s	216	6-automatic speed
D4 6MT FWD (177 HP) 2.0 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	177 hp	9.8 s	220	6-speed manual
D5 6AT FWD (180 HP) 2.4 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	179 hp	9.5 s	225	6-automatic speed
T5 6MT FWD (220 HP) 2.5 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	220 hp	7.6 s	240	6-speed manual
T5 5AT FWD (230 HP) 2.5 L · 5 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	230 hp	8.0 s	235	5-speed automatic

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1997 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 100 KW @ 4000 RPM136 HP @ 4000 RPM134 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 236 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM320 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System: Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11.1 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.8 in (147 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3245 lbs (1472 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4321 lbs (1960 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km)
Highway: 46.8 mpg US (5 L/100Km)
Combined: 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 167 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1997 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 100 KW @ 4000 RPM136 HP @ 4000 RPM134 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 236 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM320 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System: Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 127.4 mph (205 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.8 in (147 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3628.8 lbs (1646 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4607.7 lbs (2090 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km)
Highway: 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km)
Combined: 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 161 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 2435 cm3 (149 ci)
Power: 103 KW @ 5000 RPM140 HP @ 5000 RPM138 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 162 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM220 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 124 mph (200 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11.8 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3902 lbs (1770 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4608 lbs (2090 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

CO2 Emissions: 229 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 2435 cm3 (149 ci)
Power: 103 KW @ 5000 RPM140 HP @ 5000 RPM138 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 162 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM220 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 127 mph (204 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3509.8 lbs (1592 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4519.8 lbs (2050 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 18.4 mpg US (12.8 L/100Km)
Highway: 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km)
Combined: 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 212 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
Power: 110 KW @ 3500 RPM150 HP @ 3500 RPM148 BHP @ 3500 RPM
Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 1500-2750 RPM350 Nm @ 1500-2750 RPM
Fuel System: Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 127 mph (204 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-automatic speed

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 4004 lbs (1816 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4740 lbs (2150 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
Combined: 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 169 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
Power: 110 KW @ 3500 RPM150 HP @ 3500 RPM148 BHP @ 3500 RPM
Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 1500-2750 RPM350 Nm @ 1500-2750 RPM
Fuel System: Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 130 mph (209 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.8 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3761 lbs (1706 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4630 lbs (2100 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km)
Highway: 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km)
Combined: 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 154 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 2435 cm3 (149 ci)
Power: 125 KW @ 6000 RPM170 HP @ 6000 RPM168 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM230 Nm @ 4400 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 134 mph (216 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3913 lbs (1775 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4608 lbs (2090 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

CO2 Emissions: 229 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 2435 cm3 (149 ci)
Power: 125 KW @ 6000 RPM170 HP @ 6000 RPM168 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM230 Nm @ 4400 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 136.7 mph (220 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.1 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3730.9 lbs (1692 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4519.5 lbs (2050 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 18.2 mpg US (12.9 L/100Km)
Highway: 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km)
Combined: 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 215 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
Power: 130 KW @ 3500 RPM177 HP @ 3500 RPM174 BHP @ 3500 RPM
Torque: 295 lb-ft @ 1750-2750 RPM400 Nm @ 1750-2750 RPM
Fuel System: Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 134 mph (216 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-automatic speed

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3995 lbs (1812 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4740 lbs (2150 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
Combined: 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 169 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
Power: 130 KW @ 3500 RPM177 HP @ 3500 RPM174 BHP @ 3500 RPM
Torque: 295 lb-ft @ 1750-2750 RPM400 Nm @ 1750-2750 RPM
Fuel System: Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 137 mph (220 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.8 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3761 lbs (1706 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4630 lbs (2100 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 154 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 2401 cm3 (147 ci)
Power: 132 KW @ 4000 RPM179 HP @ 4000 RPM177 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM350 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System: Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 139.8 mph (225 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-automatic speed

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3657.5 lbs (1659 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4739.9 lbs (2150 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km)
Highway: 41.6 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Combined: 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 193 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 2521 cm3 (154 ci)
Power: 162 KW @ 5000 RPM220 HP @ 5000 RPM217 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 236 lb-ft @ 1500-4800 RPM320 Nm @ 1500-4800 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 149.1 mph (240 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 7.6 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3551.6 lbs (1611 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4563.6 lbs (2070 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 18.1 mpg US (13 L/100Km)
Highway: 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 217 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L5
Displacement: 2521 cm3 (154 ci)
Power: 169 KW @ 5000 RPM230 HP @ 5000 RPM227 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 170 lb-ft @ 1500-5000 RPM230 Nm @ 1500-5000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 16.4 gallons (62.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 146 mph (235 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 8 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 215/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 71.7 in (1821 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 61/61.4 in (1,549/1,560 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume: 7 cuFT (198 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.34

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3761 lbs (1706 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4630 lbs (2100 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 16.8 mpg US (14 L/100Km)
Highway: 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km)
Combined: 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 219 g/km

Length4,580 mm

Width1,821 mm

Height1,420 mm

Wheelbase2,639 mm

Curb weight1,472 – 1,816 kg

Torque220 – 400 Nm

Ranges across all 13 variants of this generation.

2005 – 2013 C70
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