Used 2011 Volvo XC70 for sale 

The 2011 Volvo XC70 is offered in two trim levels - 3.2 FWD and T6 AWD that offers the option between two drivetrains layouts - FWD and AWD and two engines – a 3.2 L inline-six and a 3.0L turbocharged inline-six producing 300 hp in the T6 trim. There is also a wide range of optional packages that can be customized according to one’s choices.

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The 3.2 FWD comes at a cost that is lesser than the T6 trim by almost $6000 which makes it a worthwhile acquisition. As many people do not require the extra power, the T6 seems excessive, especially when considering that there are many crossovers these days that offer a lot more than a T6 Volvo XC70.

The 2011 Volvo XC70 is offered with a 3.2 L inline-6 engine that has a decent power output of 240 hp @ 6200 rpm and provides a torque of 236 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm. Acceleration from the inline six-engine is not very quick, and may not feel thrilling, to say the least. This changes when you opt for the T6 as 300 hp feels very quick in the car when driving. The car has good manners both on the road and off it, and this is down to the robust performance.

The XC70 comes with a front-wheel-drive drivetrain in the base trim that is paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2011 FJ Cruiser sprints from 0-60MPH in 8.4 seconds which is rather sedate and nothing too crazy or appreciable. The front-wheel-drive transmission also feels underwhelming.

We can see that the Infiniti EX 35 is almost as powerful as the T6 trim of the Volvo V70 and returns a good acceleration time and has excellent performance credentials. In comparison, the Volvo V70 feels slow and does not have anything going for it in the department of performance. The Audi, even though low on power, makes up for it with brisk acceleration thanks to its Quattro system.

The 2011 Volvo XC70 offers just average fuel efficiency. Although wagons were known to return good fuel efficiency due to their low weight, the XC70 does not deliver on that promise. It has a fuel capacity of 18.6 gallons and offers 18 MPG within city limits, 25 MPG on the highways, which results in a combined mileage of 21 MPG. These numbers show that the car is not as efficient as one would’ve expected.

We find that the Audi A4 Allroad Wagon impresses most with its amazing fuel efficiency figures, finally making us understand why downsized turbocharged engines were their weapon of choice. The Volvo XC70 offers the second-best fuel mileage. In terms of range most competitors are evenly matched, low-efficiency figures being substituted by bigger fuel capacities.

The 2011 Volvo XC70’s interiors represent good modern Swedish aesthetics. It is painfully minimalistic and the matte wood trim adds charm to the cabin. The seats are excellent and offer great support and adjustability.

The wagon can accommodate 5 passengers, or carry a lot of cargo – and both will be done successfully and simultaneously. It provides a cargo capacity of 72.1 cubic feet and thus provides enormous space for storing whatever the owner decides.

From the data, it is clear that the three competitors are not very evenly matched in terms of interior space and comfort. However, the Infiniti has lower space and feels cramped. It also offers the least cargo space among its competitors. The Volvo XC70 is very spacious inside and offers the highest amount of cargo space as well – by quite a margin too. The main interior features of the 2011 Volvo XC70 include:

•  Available cloth or leather seats
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter
• Optional navigation system with real-time traffic updates
• Optional dual-screen entertainment system
• Optional 12-speaker surround-sound system

How intuitive is the infotainment system in the 2011 Volvo XC70? 

The Volvo XC70 is not the exact best when it comes to infotainment and these are where signs of its age have started showing. Compared to industry standards it feels slightly inadequate. The main infotainment features of the 2011 Volvo XC70 include:

• 8 Total Speakers
• Diversity Antenna
• AM/FM Stereo
• Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
• Satellite Radio Satellite Radio
• 160-Watt Audio Output
• 6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

The exterior styling of the 2011 Volvo XC70 wagon is again quintessentially stylish and looks perfectly carrying an embodiment of modern Swedish design.

It does look quite similar to the XC model SUVs but has a very quiet charm about it.

The Volvo XC70 is a pretty big car when you compare it to its rivals. The Audi A4 wagon is bigger in terms of wheelbase. The XC70 is also the heaviest car in the segment. The EX 35 is the smallest car on the lot and has the lowest ground clearance. The main exterior features of the 2011 Volvo XC70 include:

• Available 16-, 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels
• Standard aluminum roof rails
• Standard power-operated and heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals
• Optional power liftgate
• Optional rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Optional bi-xenon headlights with swiveling lenses

The 2011 XC70 includes a plethora of safety features that are in fact some of the best we have ever seen in this segment. Volvo has really kept up their name when it comes to delivering in the safety department. The main safety features of this new Volvo wagon include:

• Standard front-seat side-impact and side curtain airbags
• Standard anti-lock brakes with hydraulic brake assist
• Standard electronic stability and traction control
• Optional adaptive cruise control
• Optional lane departure warning system

The 2011 Volvo XC70 is a car that is struggling to establish its footing in a world filled with crossover SUVs. And the problem seems to be that it has never invested enough in handling and other strength areas that many people were expecting. However, it is a unique car to own these days.