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Volvo S70 Wheel Size

The Volvo S70 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 195x60 R15 for Sedan in 2000 with a wheel size that spans from 15x6.5 inches.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2000 Sedan 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches
1999 Sedan 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches
1998 Sedan 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches
1997 Sedan 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches 195x60 R15 15x6.5 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Volvo S70 Wheel Sizes

Volvo S70 Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Volvo S70 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $3,300 and going to $6,490 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2000 Sedan 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $3,300 $6,490
1999 Sedan 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,860 $5,830
1998 Sedan 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,860 $6,820
1997 Sedan 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,860 $6,820
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Volvo S70 Dimensions

The dimensions of the Volvo S70 Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2000 Sedan 1405x1760x4720 mm 163 mm
1999 Sedan 1405x1760x4720 mm 163 mm
1998 Sedan 1405x1760x4720 mm 163 mm
1997 Sedan 1405x1760x4720 mm 163 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Volvo S70 Dimensions

Volvo S70 Fuel Consumption

The Volvo S70 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.6L/100km for Sedan /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2000 Sedan 10.6L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
2000 Sedan 10.9L/100km 2.4L PULP 5 SP MAN
1999 Sedan 10.6L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
1999 Sedan 10.9L/100km 2.4L PULP 5 SP MAN
1998 Sedan 10.6L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
1998 Sedan 10.9L/100km 2.4L PULP 5 SP MAN
1997 Sedan 10.6L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
1997 Sedan 10.9L/100km 2.4L PULP 5 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Volvo S70 Pricing and Specs for 2000

Volvo S70 Towing Capacity

The Volvo S70 has maximum towing capacity of 1600kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2000 Sedan 1600kg 1600kg
1999 Sedan 1600kg 1600kg
1998 Sedan 1600kg 1600kg
1997 Sedan 1600kg 1600kg
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