Vital Statistics: 2009 Volvo C70
By Jack Bregman
Introduction
The 2009 C70 is manufactured in SWEDEN for Volvo. It is Volvo's entry into the CONVERTIBLE 2-DR market. It has a retail price of $39,800 USD in 2009.
Fuel Economy
The C70's generous 2.5L L5 DOHC 20V TURBO engine has been measured to get 18 miles/gallon city driving with a 16.40 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The C70 retails for $39,800 USD with a invoice price of $37,412 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $825 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The C70 comes standard with a 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3627 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
C70 Dimensions
The 2009 C70 has standard length of 180.40 inches and a width of 72.30 inches. The C70 rides 55.10 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 38.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the C70 a radius of 38.70 inches. It uses 235/45R17 tires with a wheelbase of 103.90 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment usually includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Traction Control. Leading optional equipment includes Electronic Parking Aid, Genuine Wood Trim, CD Changer, Navigation Aid, Subwoofer.
Exterior color choices include Celestial Blue Metallic, Celestial Blue with Body Color Hard Convertible Top, Ice White, Ice White with Body Color Hard Convertible Top, Magic Blue, Magic Blue with Body Color Hard Convertible Top, Passion Red, Passion Red with Body Color Hard Convertible Top, Silver Metallic, Silver Metallic with Body Color Hard Convertible Top, Solid Black, Solid Black with Body Color Hard Convertible Top, Vanilla Pearl, Vanilla Pearl with Body Color Hard Convertible Top with interior choices of Calcite Cream Leather Interior, Off Black Leather Interior, Sovereign Hide Cacao Leather Interior, Sovereign Hide Calcite Leather Interior, Sovereign Hide Off Black Leather Interior, Umbra Quartz Cloth Interior, Umbra Quartz Leather Interior. The C70 seats 4 people with 42.30 inches front leg room.
Volvo Warranty
The regular warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 48 month/50,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is critical to contact the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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