This 2007 Volvo XC70 D5 Proves *ALMOST* Nobody Needs an SUV: Review & Drive

Today I'm driving a boring car. The Volvo XC70. It might induce yawns from Petrolheads, but I reckon these are cars we should all pay a lot more attention to.
#Volvo #XC70
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[@sponge850bobette7]

- 2020 October: My old Volvo (2007) saved my life 3 weeks ago. The accident was spectacular and the roof had to cut off to get me out. The car was obviously a total loss after barrelling into a ravine. I came out of this with a bit of whiplash. A friend went to the wreckers yard to clame my stuff and found that all the doors where still open and closing normally. Incredible.

[@rossmichael9644]

wow. Truly a volvo.

[@MarcelloTheBandit]

I'm thankful you're still with us!!

[@pedclarkemobile]

@Pollywog well at least he didn't claim gods or fairies saved him. It is an unfalsifiable statement. I would prefer to have a Volvo over any other 2007 car if I was to "barrel down a ravine". What got you so flustered?

[@jonathanmillmore7756]

Why would cut off the roof if all the doors opened ok?

[@MarcelloTheBandit]

@@jonathanmillmore7756 there could be internal injuries that will be made worse if the occupants simply opened the doors and tried to move.

[@dontmindme5163]

This car has a timeless design, when you see one on the street you won’t think its from 2007!

[@detonator2112]

Yes because the 2016 model looks almost exactly the same.

[@SteYoung]

Absolutely agree. Still great looking today.

[@marc7983]

bender@@detonator2112

[@MrD3000]

The 2nd generation of the V70 still looks great today, too.

[@mrdosser7410]

Honestly the seats in Volvo's are amazing, you don't realise until you go back to a regular hatchback, I miss mine :(

[@julianevans9548]

Why don't other car manufacturers just copy Volvo's seats?

[@RadioactiveSaddam]

Yes. I drive my Volvos 5h+ some times and seats are fantastic.

[@jaunteraudi817]

@@RadioactiveSaddam For me the same, i love volvos full leather seats, so comfortable and soft, even in a back seat. Used to try out some BMWs Audis, VW, but no, no no no ....i cant sit in those wooden benches after hard days work, only volvo.

[@ckm-mkc]

I actually really dislike the seats, they are not comfortable for me - have to stop every hour or my backside goes to sleep....

[@darelcullen7452]

They are designed with orthopedic surgeons involved

[@detonator2112]

These V70 / XC70 Volvos are among the most durable cars ever made. A lot of old taxis here in Scandinavia with over 700.000 kilometers on the clock. Boring? Yes maybe... but safe, solid and high quality, damn well built Swedish tanks. Last proper Volvos.

[@alc.8415]

And this was even after Ford started to f**k with Volvo. I have a P2 XC70, the last platform developed before the buyout...even it has a few cheap components I'm sure were due to Ford's mettling. I'm so glad Geely is giving the Swedes free reign and Ford didn't finish killing Volvo like GM killed Saab.

[@tntfreddan3138]

@@alc.8415 I have a -01 V70 2.4 automatic (170hp version with factory sat nav, bluetooth and touch screen stereo originally built for the police and military). Volvo was owned by Ford, even back then, but Ford hadn't put their noses where they didn't belong yet. It's very comfortable (even though driver side seat heater doesn't work anymore after 350 000km and the AC only has two modes now, icy cold or bloody hot), spacious (even though there's so much trash and garbage in it that it might be confused with a garbage truck), very good sound (I also have a 12" subwoofer in the trunk), very durable (Previous owner got hit by a KIA Ceed on the left side just in front of the tail light at 35km/h and it only got a dent and some paint came loose. The KIA was scrapped because it had no insurance and repairing the entire front, changing the radiator and fan and left driving axle would have cost too much) and handles quite well for a car that's a year older than me.

[@andrasfulop3219]

3rd row seats are terrific for children.

[@Ed-ye1mf]

I have a 2007 C70 which is like driving an armchair and great fun with the roof down in cooler weather because of the super heated seats.

[@evokki0075]

Isnt the awd system in these Volvos pretty poor and prone to broke? But otherwise pretty good cars.

[@SteYoung]

My wife had one of these in 2009 and it was one the best cars weve owned between us. Uber comfortable to drive and simply a joy to live with. We always felt it was like driving a big safety blanket. Big love for the XC70. 😁

[@OmgItsLeaa]

I’m a petrol head and I absolutely adore Volvos. Might have something to do with my dad loving Volvos and I remember him driving me around in our old Volvos back when I was a little girl. I’ve owned 3 cars, every single one being a Volvo.

[@benjamincook9661]

Excellent review. Couldn't agree more! I would like to consider myself a petrolhead but to the disbelief of some of my friends, I own a 2012 model year XC70 and I think there is no other car you could ever need. Its massively comfortable. Can fit anything you want in it and all systems just make sense. And the best bit, it's reliable. Looking forward to many years with my blue Swedish tank

[@mthorn572]

Lovely to see some older cheap, attainable and interesting stuff, Jay, a great video!!

[@chappy2121]

Older cars were just better, not built by number men like now. I think 2006 was the last time good cars were made

[@dubwiser3283]

Agreed

[@ChrisNole_]

Definitely affordable. These older volvos didn't feel cheap

[@patrickanthony3632]

@@ChrisNole_ So much was sacrificed to make them so good! It was a kind of art! However, in the long run, I guess it ended up costing the manufacturers quite a lot!

[@MrD3000]

@@chappy2121 when computer simulations started to get advanced, that was the end of over-engineering that these types of cars are so beloved for. It started to creep in in the mid 2000s, so you’re right. Today they build them as strong as they need to be, and stop there. Before that, it was a guessing game to a degree, and the good brands like Volvo err’d way on the safe side. We will never see cars like this again, and that makes me sad. And don’t even get me started on digital dashboards and touchscreens in cars. Absolutely awful.

[@malcolmmccombs3320]

Love my XC70 7 seat estate. Prefer it over my old Mercedes estate. Moved house with it, tows the caravan effortlessly. And most importantly it's as safe as anything else out there. Nice video, so glad you covered the XC70 as most people don't give it a second look.

[@pedclarkemobile]

@@needadrinknow did you buy a Merc? Avoid DPF fitted diesels unless you do long journeys regularly (applies to all diesels not just Merc/ volvo- in Europe they became mandatory in 2008 but some earlier cars have them too). In older cars a DPF failure can be more than the value of the car. Also be suspicious of low mileage older diesels, they may have spent long periods in workshops instead of driving!

[@pedclarkemobile]

@@needadrinknow I've worked in the trade and owned a few lemons in my time!

[@angus3963]

These cars are also incredibly comfy to drive in, I've got an 07 XC90 and a 04 V70 T5 and have done numerous full tank to empty tank road trips and have felt great. Had several friends who owned Audis, BMWs and Cadillac and commented on how comfortable the seats where.

[@ericrawson2909]

I had a Volvo 740 about 30 years ago. The seats were the most comfortable ever.

[@ckm-mkc]

I have one of theses, it's significantly larger than a lot of SUVs... With 8+ inches of ground clearance (more than most CUVs and a lot of SUVs) it's also really good off-road with the right tires - I put full skid plates on mine to avoid any issues. The only real problem with these is that they are the Rodney Dangerfield of cars - don't get any respect, everyone just cuts you off....

[@peterdepuydt]

Driving the standard V70D5 from 2007 (bought new) .. Still a comfortable and quiet car .. So far it’s done 620K km on the odo 😁 Still not thinking about replacing it .. 😍

[@TheMadTatter]

Not gonna lie, I really like these. They're great inside and if you need something to load up with passengers and gear and go touring then there's not much to really touch them, plus you have the AWD which has its uses as well. It's not going to set your trousers on fire performance wise like an 850R or a T5/T6, but in terms of everything you could need from "a car", the XC70 is definitely going to tick a lot of boxes. Great impartial review and video as ever 👍

[@CaptainHoratioPugwash]

I really like them too. Every time I see one, particularly an XC70, I can't help but think the person behind the wheel is a respectable member of society for some reason. I can't imagine a bad person driving an XC70.

[@angela1984a]

A V70 or V60 has better handling.

[@Zec3]

@@angela1984a Of course they have. Altough the XC70 handles much better than the V90cc.

[@angela1984a]

@@Zec3 Compare the XC70 to the V70 and the V90cc to the V90.

[@nl3712]

Great review - you understand the point of this vehicle: it does everything it needs to and nothing it doesn’t.

[@lesnicholas2433]

Your actually driving the same car even the colour that I have,and I absolutely love it,had it 8yrs no problem except rear bushes,in the wet or snow its solid.I was driving to my boat which was moored in Norfolk and it was a 5hr drive most times I didn't even stop as the XC is so comfy it was a joy,I do make sure it gets its proper service every year and Castrol Edge Volvo spec oil which is expensive but I have never topped the oil up in 8yrs enough said,good honest review well done.

[@classicambo9781]

Reassuring to hear - looking at one tonight.

[@oliverdance8642]

Absolutely love these. My dad had an 05 2.5T xc70 and it was brilliant, effortlessly handled day to day and drove so much better than mums Q5

[@stuartsmellie4966]

Most people don't actually have cars that fit their lifestyle and needs, while SUVs have a role to play, most current owners don't even scratch the tip of their offroad capabilities so they really don't need one. Fully agreed with the crossover comment, I fail to see the point.

[@Playstationguy1999]

Volvo has made some pretty exciting cars... just not this one lol. For example the 850 T-5R, 850R, S60R, V70R, and Polestar models. I have a 2000 V70R AWD and I love it! Fast station wagons have always been my favorite.

[@zensmylie5393]

Exactly, personally I’ve always said Volvo is one of the few brands that has never truly made a bad car, just my opinion. Also I love the V70R AWD, have you shimmed the block, I hear that’s necessary for reliability.

[@Playstationguy1999]

@@zensmylie5393 I haven't shimmed it, but that's because my model is the 1990s first generation R with the thicker cylinder walls... so it doesn't need it until you really start pushing the engine. 1995-1999 models used 2.3L engines, model year 2000 used a 2.4L. The 2004-2007 2nd generation R had a 2.5L engine with thin walls, which were prone to cracking when adding too much boost (without shimming).

[@zensmylie5393]

Ahh right, I’ll bear that in mind as I would love a Volvo probably as my second car realistically and I’d really like something awd so the V70R awd seemed like a good idea but I was concerned about reliability. Now that you’ve told me that though I’ll keep a look out for an earlier model, they look better imo anyway. Cheers 👍🏼

[@ckm-mkc]

My wife describes it as 'driving with Greta' ...

[@ollilehtonen6764]

The D5 is a great engine though. Easy 200+ hp with a remap and the torque is insane. I have a 2003 S60 D5 and it's a blast to drive. I just wish it was RWD like my 940

[@CheshireRing]

Had two of these, the last for 6 years from new. Never any trouble, always comfortable, great ride and never short on power, loved the cooled seats in summer. My first one also had a phone which, with a subscription, connected to a Volvo concierge. Carried loads of gear when needed. In fact that could be my first XC70.

[@TheWolfiet]

got a friend in the US that daily drives an 04 XC 70. The only thing he seems to wish, is that it was a diesel. Truly it is a car that is great as being a large car. It works well, is easy to repair, and handles the crud of the midwestern US.

[@DrSX]

I have the previous model of the XC70, or more specifically a V70XC, and he's absolutely right in that it's all the car you could ever NEED. You may WANT something more exciting, or faster, or more stylish, or whatever, but for all the things you could ever need to do with a car, the V70XC/XC70 may just be the best car ever made.

[@risingphoenix1187]

I have always been a Volvo fan and I think they are brilliant cars in regards to comfort and practicality!! Great to see you include them on the channel. Good work and God bless🙏🏿🙌🏿👍🏿

[@chrisrea7347]

I currently own a 2008 XC70 and its a very good car. Great tourer, very comfortable, strong, safe and plenty of room. In fact when I upgrade I will probably just get a later used model. Well done Volvo ( from and ex LR enthusiast).

[@karinadunbar3222]

Love mine!♡ passed down to me from my Grandma who always loved and trusted volvo cars. I feel her presence when I drive it and feel safe! Especially with it being a safe and durable vehicle!

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

Volvo's are great cars, had them 35 years.

[@midgrave]

before production moved to china

[@GG-ml3vr]

@@midgravenot all volvos are built in china,anyway they are proven to have some of the most efficient production lines on the planet.Whats your problem with china?

[@pclayton5063]

I'm on my 7th Volvo and 5th wagon (2010 V70 R-Design). The V70 goes around corners like it's on rails and is fun to drive, and works for my dogs, but I also have a 2007 Volvo S80 V8 which really catches people by surprise especially with it's stainless quad sport exhaust. Really good cars but can be expensive to maintain.

[@xMaxyODx]

Those V8 S80’s are insanely rare in the UK! You are very lucky to have such a beast

[@iandavidson99]

Volvo V60 Polestar (350BHP) and Renault Twizy here in Ipswich for you to test when you're ready :-)

[@Jesus_Iced]

Email him. We need to see these.

[@tomcardale5596]

Yes!

[@DigitalMentorGroup]

Been a Volvo fan since 1967, when my geography teacher, Mr. Richardson, bought a 123 GT, in BRG.

[@julianevans9548]

SUVs take up more space on the road (and car parks), block others' vision of the road, blind you with their lights when coming from behind, cost more to maintain, and top all that off by being worse for the environment. And they're worse to drive because they're higher. "But I'm sitting so high up! I feel so big and important."

[@kirbyswarp]

Or crossovers, which have all those downsides without the off-road prowess

[@mkkoper]

I disagree. My wife has a CRV. I had an S80 (V8) which is similar in size to this XC70 interior wise. Yet XC70 is far bigger outside and as not as easy to manouvre.

[@sparky4878]

@Julian Evans I agree. I hate SUVs with a passion. People say “I need an SUV to feel safe”. Yes only to protect you from another SUV, becomes a self fulfilling prophecy. I never feel safe in an SUV, sitting that high up.

[@NH00531]

Sparky always think the “I feel safe” line is a great one, easy answer, drive better. The irony is that 9 times out of 10 if there is somebody driving badly they will be in a Qashqai or a Juke!

[@julianevans9548]

@@kirbyswarp Yup, I'd include crossovers. Pointless.

[@cadmcspeed1418]

Love my D5 V 70, I get 45mpg and it’s v comfortable, not quick but who cares, ultra reliable (175k now) and has never broken down. I wouldn’t bother with the 4x4 unless you’re going off road, I hear they can go wrong

[@Devilacme]

I have a mk2 V70 D5 AWD. It has 575k km now and still completely working. My next car will probably be just a newer V70 or S80.

[@richardpickering2452]

In 6 years with my series 3 V70 i have never needed the added weight, complexity or repair costs of the 4 wheel drive, Let alone the grip.

[@bulleidboy1]

As has already been said, and excellent video. I had my Volvo 960 (1991 model) for twenty four years, and then swapped it for a 2010 XC70 (205bhp) - does everything you need and has never done less than 30mpg and has never let me down.

[@samr5043]

We have a family XC60 D5 and having driven it many times I totally agree with your sentiment. There are many cars which are more exciting to drive, more powerful, or more flashy but for an understated, extremely comfortable and surprisingly economical tool for life, I don't see what else can match them. Having also just moved to Scotland, I get to enjoy the torque and sound of that 5 cylinder diesel on country roads too.

[@mattevans4377]

The E class has proved you can make a 7 seat estate, so it's a shame we don't have more of them :(

[@bossman6496]

Fine if you like the rear passenger facing out the back of the motor...doesn't strike me as safe if you get rear ended

[@mattevans4377]

@@bossman6496 Except we have safety standards. You can't sell a car if it isn't safe.

[@SportsCarAdvisors]

I have a 2008 Volvo XC 70 3.2 here in the States and I really like the car. As others have said, durable, the seats are amazing...it has a wonderfully tight turning radius allowing you to get in an out of tight spots easily, the cabin is SOOO quiet and the sound systems is premium, really great for it's era. These cars are extremely practical they hit a sweet spot for thoughtful motorists who have a need for a true wagon. Soon to be a classic, thanks for reviewing this. I will be doing an overview of my car shortly on my channel. Thanks for sharing, and visiting!

[@Skel_Kelly]

I had one of these then 'upgraded' to a 4 Series Gran Coupe Xdrive. I miss my Volvo every day. Great video, spot on review of a very capable and comfortable motor.

[@alanmacmillan6957]

Agree with everything in this video. I got the Volvo xc70 on a 2008 plate as a muck about spare car for using in Scotland when visiting, but ended up driving it all the time. The 5 series m sport touring hardly gets used ; my back problems can't stick it anymore. Love all the extra little features in the Volvo.

[@sk4tec]

I didn’t get the point of a wagon until I had a family. I wanted a car with a bigger boot. I drive a 320d, 180 BHP drives much like the saloon. I had a Ford Edge loaner. Also 180 BHP, it was slower, less economical and had a lot of body roll. I’d love to swap my BMW wagon for a Focus ST Wagon!

[@sebastiaanvanwessem3161]

Before my 2012 XC70 D5 I had a 2012 320D 180hp. I loved the BMW performance. It was fast after I chipped it to 215hp. But I needed a car that would perform well in the mud - and still look great if it got dirty.

[@HP-fx4ug]

I never got the point of not having a wagon. Why dragging that extra empty space above the boot up with a sedan, the car is just as long, just has less storage space, just a waste.

[@popuptoaster]

@DS H BMW are not great at estate cars, Volvo and Mercedes estates both have a lot more practicality built in, little touches and the overall shape of the inside tend to be more usable in my experience.

[@MC-nb6jx]

Had one of these a few years ago, awesome car never missed a beat.. Changed it for an XC90 which also never missed a beat..

[@Daveks3]

Nice to see something a bit older and diffrent on the channel!

[@martinwhitaker5332]

Had our 2006 xc 70 d5 manual from 2 years old, it has the up- rated engine as the one in your review 186 bhp. only ever let us down once due to a split intercooler hose, interior still very good and seats still very comfortable, endless torque which is why we chose it for towing a caravan. Lots of continental caravan holidays under its belt now with 104,000 miles and still going strong, original exhaust system and clutch, running on Michelin cross climate tyres much better all round than original Pirellis. The body work still looks very good for its age. Very good on fuel as well, middle 40s at m way limits, massive cargo area, great in snow and roads with standing water. When the time comes to let it go we have no idea what can replace it with.

[@Wojciech940]

Love both intro and the outro you have on your more recent videos. Another reason to play them and play them back to back

[@trustinflames1022]

Nice to see some more attainable cars on the channel again. I do like myself a nice Volvo. One of my friends at work has the previous gen V70 with just shy under 250k miles on the clock and still runs very well.

[@boarema6199]

just got a t6 2014 with only 49.000 km very nice car

[@CT7845]

Wow! Your friend’s Volvo is so beautiful! It doesn’t even look like it’s as old as it actually is.

[@chrishemming9976]

Love an old Volvo, my dad had a S70 2.5t and still can remember how comfy and rapid it was. The perfect do everything car

[@themanipulator1]

So glad to see you reviewing one of these. I very very nearly bought one. They just do so much for so little

[@keirbourne5323]

Jay in terms of presentation and editing, this is one of your best videos yet. Great work :-) keep it up.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@martinboulden3540]

I had a V70 2.4 Diesel as my company car 2005/6 to mile munch and i loved it ! The seats were so comfortable. And if you have big dogs its much, much better for their legs and hips.

[@russcattell955i]

When I was a lad in the 60's & 70's my father had many estate cars, back then they were his business carry all & were filled with my mates on outings to the seaside, anything from 4 to 10 little rascals. My first was in my 30's, in a band, so my sound equipment carrier was a Mk2 Cavalier estate. My current is a Fabia combi wagon. mostly it's me & my wife but we often decamp to our boat with dogs, food, booze & bedding. The Skoda swallows it all and cruises the autoroute to the marina like a hatchback.

[@lachlancooper371]

Our family car is a 08 3.2 XC7 and I love it. Its safe, roomy, comfy and our car of choice for long trips. Just wish it was a little easier to work on myself.

[@davidhayes4814]

Nobody NEEDS an SUV but they are regarded as aspirational by the buying public in a way that the more practical MPVs never really did. Estates still don’t really appeal, despite being objectively really good.

[@mattconnor8258]

Incorrect. There are a few reasons why an SUV is needed. Having a family of six with regular use of 3rd row and therefore decent seats, caravan in tow with said family. Not sure what else is out there that wouldn’t be a compromise in comfort, safety, and pulling power. I love my old XC90!

[@bigalxyz]

“Wonderful” at 6:07 immediately brings The Fast Show to mind (Jazz Club) 😀

[@kisilvan]

Yep had one similar year with same spec but in black. Swapped it for an A6 All road 3.0. Very good practical cars tbh with a reasonable turn of speed. Can have a sports car as a second car for fun on good weather days.

[@foxbox2879]

I have one of these ( 3.2 XC70 ). Having the Wagon, and the XJ Jeep Cherokee for fun is a good balance. I can sleep in, and work out of the wagon.

[@liquidgroove]

Love the cream/brown interior - so luxurious. Shame something like this isn’t viable in Greater London with the impending doom of the extended ULEZ zone.

[@BikerDarren24]

Lovely cars mate, mate has a V70 and I really do like it, you actually passed my house in this vid, nice to see some of the Scottish countryside I love in some vids 😉👍

[@OriginalgEd]

I've got a 2003 V70 T5 with 173K on it (owned since 2006 and 60K) and love it. decent poke, amazing seats, decent stereo, 9 airbags and huge boot (the dog guard means you can load the boot to the roof). Will do 28mpg on a run at most unless you are really light on the gas. There have been a couple of occasions when I would have wished for the 4WD for sure.

[@palethorpe01]

Not gonna lie, as soon as you mentioned Emily Shields, I searched for her and started to watch one of her videos instead. But do not fear as I will finish this one later.

[@rxchamberlain]

That is a great video and the logic and reasoning is IMO perfect. I have inherited a 05 XC70 and it has 95K miles on it. I am currently doing a bunch of front end work on it replacing the rack and pinion as well as other items just got new Michelins for it and changing the AT fluid. It's a super comfortable car and as I have followed the idea of one small fuel efficient car a Honda Fit in my case, and the larger car combo I totally get Jay's vibe. I drove it to Mount Rushmore from Houston last year. It was a big upgrade from using the Fit.

[@sell500hp]

I'm a petrol head and had my 2013 xc70 d5 awd from new... now at 100k miles and still feels solid! Great car 👍

[@magnusterminus4728]

Please demonise the xc70 more often, it will keep the prices low for people that do like them. Like me. The p2 and p3 models both drive fantastic!

[@danehrencrona4847]

No no they drive terribly and feel horrendous! Let's drop the prices on them!

[@Frank-1978]

Nice one. 👍 huge gap for someone to do the real world cars who has the kudos and personality to pull it off. You sir have both . Great content. ✌👍👍👌

[@MrCarGuy]

Have a P2 V70 and it's just as useful for transporting anything as any crossover or SUV. And they're a joy to work on.

[@RomainSandt]

we have a 2010 one with the D5 in manual (surprise, a great manual, that reacts like a good manual in a petrol car). By far one of our best car purchase ever. It's practical, comfortable, roomy, boxy so easy to load. Far from perfect, but it does well what we need.

[@lucombo]

I love this car......In fact I own one!! And took it with me to Italy last August when I left UK!! And lovely video as usual!! Thanks.

[@NH00531]

First grown up car I bought was an S60 2.4T, scoured the country for months trying to find one in green. Loved that car. Would have swapped for a V70 but the newer ones had the horrid centre console that I really didn’t like. 👍

[@erroristmusic]

The fact that some people have never heard of Volvo, is mindblowing. It's a banger of a car here in Estonia, won't break down fast, but once it does, it's expensive to maintain,

[@emilyshields3667]

Appreciate the shoutout, mum I made it moment!😂 You should take my 940 turbo for a spin, might change your mind that Volvos are boring😉

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I accept your challenge

[@geothon]

Have been enjoying my 940T Wagon for the last 100K miles on California roads.

[@Mr330d]

My uncle had a 940 TDIC when I was young and what an animal it felt like being in a big heavy tank and sounded the nuts however 122bhp diesel was not earth shatteringly fast 😂

[@blackhavoc6104]

My neighbor just bought one of these but a 2013 model with the 215hp D5 engine in it, It is now stage 1 tuned with 270hp and it's quite fun to drive actually!!!

[@irvings159]

Love this! Have an 850R estate and was looking for a P3 XC70 D5 but instead went for a XC90 D5 just for towing

[@zijadjasarspahic5275]

Dude, i love your style of reviews 👌👌

[@TheSaint491]

Something about the sky in this video, just beautiful

[@titanoboa7165]

Nice review. Thank you.

[@victoriacometh5168]

I have exact same car - year & model -and its the best car ever - runs like a tank, yet smoothly, it wonderful!

[@KayJblue]

Exactly, just get a wagon!

[@louisbeerreviews8964]

KayJblue we don’t called wagon in England

[@davecurry8300]

In Australia we call them wagons.

[@Dan.Chaytor]

@@louisbeerreviews8964 wagon = estate car = station wagon = same thing 👍

[@SolaricAngel116]

@@Dan.Chaytor I call them estation wagons... personally.

[@pedclarkemobile]

@@louisbeerreviews8964 some manufacturers call them wagen/ wagon. . . . What's the French for Duck a l'orange again Rodders?

[@60secondmediauk]

the D5 XC is a brilliant car! IF you can find a good one, they have a serious amount of expensive problems. I bought one a few months ago and it was a disaster, faulty Haldex, and loads of failed sensors. ended up giving it back to the dealer. the D5 sounds amazing!!

[@jeffreyjourdonais298]

Ive owned two 240's , a 940 turbo and a s60 t5. absolutely love them all.

[@stu4181]

Have to agree with the comfort bit, I’ve inherited the mrs old 114d sport to drive as a daily feels so relaxing compared to the cars I used to daily! Much prefer the daily grind in it!

[@51tomtomtom]

Mine is now 13 yrs old and runs perfect !

[@wjwtywty]

Great video. One thing I can think of why crossovers are more popular than estates/wagons is that the latter are too long and you have smaller and smaller parking spaces overall. The width is about the same though

[@sebastiaanvanwessem3161]

I certainly love my 2012 XC70 D5 AWD with the newer 215hp engine. Great, reliable car.

[@markt2831]

I recently bought exactly the same (auto). First impressions - it's so much better than our previous car (an SUV) in every area. Rides and handles MUCH better, quieter, faster and more economical. More usable interior space due to long load area. SUVs are a auto-maker marketing con in my view. We have a Nissan Leaf EV for the short urban trips.

[@antonioercolino6087]

Volvo made the P1800 one of the most beautiful cars ever made. I own a 1969 Volvo Amazon 2dr B20. I absolutely love it and it's bullet proof. 👍

[@edwardkarran4963]

Brilliant review, I currently drive a 2007 330D Manual estate and after owning countless BMW including a 130i, I've found it to be the ultimate all rounder. Space, pace and grace. It has had a remap so makes 280bhp and 714nm, yet takes the baby seat and the pram in the boot with absolute ease

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

Wait till things start going wrong, very expensive

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

My neighbour along the road has had his 05 example since new, I think. It still looks new. Blooming impressive vehicle.

[@dgbourdon1325]

I am going to buy one! Jay, your video helped me make up my mind! Thank You!

[@bonnett1988]

Had a blast in a friends Diablo SV. I was glad to get back in my XC70.

[@porleg]

Really enjoy your videos

[@BobMc87]

I had a Subaru Outback, for the reasons you mentioned in the video. I live few miles away from where you recorded the video, the outback was ideal. Ended up in a focus just now, and with Michelin Cross Climates on the front, it went everywhere the Subaru went in the snow! My next car was going to be an XC70, but the focus being so good in the snow, and cheaper, and easier to live with on a daily basis.... has put me off bigger AND cars for the time being!

[@herculesplayinguitar]

I got one of these earlier this year, expensive for a young guy like me but it was a good buy none the less. Love my xc70.

[@classicambo9781]

Great to know - looking at a 2009 version of this tonight.

[@nikose34]

a colleague of mine has the same model with over 400.000 km travelling road trips in Europe. he still goes to work every day, the typical maintenance and still goes. no problems at all. they are indestructible

[@autobahnproven]

How ironic! Bought one of very few UK 2010 registered V70 SE Lux AWD D5s a few weeks ago. All the cargo capacity and traction of the XC70 but actually handles quite well... With just over 200bhp, just over 300 lbs/ft, it's no rocket ship yet still quite quick for a big old bus. A logical choice for a specific set of needs but I really like it!

[@TheJVCMan]

funny how you find things on youtube. I am giving back my A4 lease car in Feb and I am looking at buying a volvo either the v70 or xc90 and then I find this video. Its sooo true that these cars give you everything you need and they dont cost the earth. In these strange times, affordable cars make the most sense to me. Thanks Jay, you've confirmed that I am nit going crazy when I thought Volvo was a good choice.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Not going crazy at all David

[@nickysalvadori7913]

I love Volvos after having the 360 GLT and my dad had the 122 Amazon and Big bumper 240. They lasted forever!!

[@phil955i]

Had the same engine in a 2008 C70 convertible, they're pretty bulletproof & even make a nice noise for a diesel

[@prometheus160]

i own a 1998 honda prelude bb8 2.2 and 200 bhp and with 4ws and a 2013 volvo xc70 but with the twin turbo d5. i love them both to the bits. most of the time i drive the volvo and its an amaizing beast

[@martinperry1]

Couldnt agree more, but I guess I'm spot on what you are describing. Own a F355, a Testarossa and a Mondial Cab, and one of these (previous generation) Solid, reliable Swiss army knife of a car, and handles 2 trips to the Alps each year with rooffbox full of skis and boot full of food (including fridge using the 12V socket!) with aplomb. Also does 40 MPG on a run. Great cars.

[@g0fvt]

Weirdly it has taken me a while to realise that I want one of these, living in a rural area there are odd times when 2wd can be an affliction. I don't need massive ground clearance and the Haldex AWD is fine for anything I need. Now relatively inexpensive these are a very attractive proposition. Perfect for shopping trips or camping holidays but adequate to tow a trailer with a small race car. Edit: I now have an XC70, absolutely love it. I know I am anti-social but I am praying for snow...

[@klaspeppar5619]

Actually the 2007 to 2008 V70/S80/XC70 diesels weren't that good when it comes to fuel economy, the i5d (the engine found in those diesel Volvos) worked much better and fuel efficiently in the older P2s. around 2009, 2010 the new VED5 engine hit the market with more power and more fuel efficiently.

[@paulfixdivcars5614]

Great review, indeed not many 4x4 in this class. I had a 850 T5R (front wheel drive) , fast but bumpy. Later a XC70 (2003ish) diesel 163hp , was a super family car...and dog !!

[@Alexander_l322]

I have a P3 V70 and it is so good! I got mine very cheap. The R design is the best looking but they don’t do r design XC70 as far as I’m aware.