Volvo XC70
The 2016 Volvo XC70 presents a mixed reliability picture, with a "Below Average" verdict and significant concerns around its front seat belt anchor cables and release mechanisms.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | wagon | 5 | 2.5 | Regular | 240-250 hp | 258-266 lb-ft | Inline-5 or Inline-4 | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2015 | suv | 6 | 3.0 | Regular | — | — | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2014 | suv | 6 | 3.0 | Regular | — | — | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2013 | suv | 6 | 3.0 | Regular | — | — | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2012 | suv | 6 | 3.0 | Regular | — | — | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2011 | suv | 6 | 3.0 | Regular | — | — | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2016
NewestThe 2016 Volvo XC70 presents a mixed reliability picture, with a "Below Average" verdict and significant concerns around its front seat belt anchor cables and release mechanisms.
2015
The 2015 Volvo XC70 is a practical wagon with a comfortable ride, but its reliability is rated below average.
2014
The 2014 Volvo XC70 earns a 'Below Average' reliability verdict, primarily due to significant safety concerns regarding fuel system integrity and occupant restraint.
2013
The 2013 Volvo XC70 presents a mixed reliability picture.
2012
The 2012 Volvo XC70 is rated below average for reliability, with significant concerns around steering system performance and windshield integrity.
2011
The 2011 Volvo XC70 is a capable all-wheel-drive wagon, but its reliability is below average.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Volvo XC70?
Carfocal currently has 6 published XC70 reports, covering 2011 through 2016. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2016 Volvo XC70 presents a mixed reliability picture, with a "Below Average" verdict and significant concerns around its front seat belt anchor cables and release mechanisms.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.
Is the Volvo XC70 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Volvo XC70. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2016 volvo xc70 presents a mixed reliability picture, with a "below average" verdict and significant concerns around its front seat belt anchor cables and release mechanisms. and the 2016 volvo xc70's value proposition is significantly impacted by its "below average" reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Volvo XC70?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2016.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 6
- Years tracked
- 6
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints