2006 Volvo C70 Review

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2006 Volvo C70 Review

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TO THE POINT What's New? Volvo redesigns its C70 image car, basing it on the S40/V50 entry-level models rather than the mid-grade S60 and giving it a power retractable hardtop in place of separate coupe and convertible versions.
Selling Points: Weatherproof hardtop and sunny day convertible top; comfortable seats; kick-ass Dynaudio sound system; huge trunk with the top raised
Deal Breakers: Small, inaccessible trunk with top lowered; with tall people in front there's virtually no room in back; average powertrain and handling; fussy center panel ergonomics

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Test Vehicle: 2006 Volvo C70
Price of Test Vehicle: $44,075 (including the $695 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 2.4-liter, turbocharged inline five-cylinder
Engine Horsepower: 218 at 5,000 rpm
Engine Torque: 236 lb.-ft. between 1,500 and 4,800 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed automatic with manual shift feature
Curb weight, lbs.: 3,772
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 21/29 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 21.4 mpg
Length: 180.4 inches
Width: 71.7 inches
Wheelbase: 103.9 inches
Height: 55.1 inches
Leg room (front/rear): 42.3/33.9 inches
Head room (front/rear): 38.2/36.4 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Four
Max. Cargo Volume: 12.8 cu.-ft. (top up); 6.0 cu.-ft. (top down)
Competitors: Audi A4 Cabriolet, BMW 3 Series Convertible, Ford Mustang GT Convertible, Mini Cooper S Convertible, Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabriolet, Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT, Pontiac G6 Convertible, Saab 9-3 Convertible, Toyota Solara Convertible, Volkswagen Eos


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