Volvo XC70 vs. Volvo XC90
When we compare the Volvo XC70 to the Volvo XC90, the Volvo XC70 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo XC70 versus the Volvo XC90, the Volvo XC70 is a better car than the Volvo XC90.
Volvo XC70 vs. Volvo XC90 Pricing
A used 2016 Volvo XC70 ranges from $15,625 to $29,900 while a used 2016 Volvo XC90 is priced between $18,995 to $31,378.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo XC70’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The XC70 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 489 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volvo XC70 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and rear leg room. The Volvo XC70 and Volvo XC90 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volvo XC90 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$15,625 - $29,900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$18,995 - $31,378
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
Volvo XC70 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC70 Rankings
Not yet available
Volvo XC90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
38 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Volvo XC70 Trim Levels
T5, T5 Classic Platinum, T5 Classic Premier, T5 Drive-E, T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum, T5 Drive-E Classic Premier, T5 Drive-E Platinum, T5 Drive-E Premier, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier
Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 First Edition, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 26 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 489 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
33.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
130.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
119.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3792 lbs
Width:
73.9 inches
Height:
63.1 inches
Length:
190.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4293 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
