Funny how people in general have been fooled to think that a car with the age of 12 years is "old car". It is not old, not even close. When a car has age of 20-30 years, you can say it is oldish, but still such cars are very much usable as daily drivers. I have 2004 volvo v70 and the car still feels amazing and has all the basic comforts that are actually important to have, everything works and the ride is smooth. It even looks modern because volvo made it right. It is classic and elegant and has a pinch of sporty touch. But it seems like car industry, politics and media has succeeded in brainwashing people and people think that if the car has been in use for 5 years it should be trashed and brand new model be bought right away because we love to waste perfectly good things.
@@erroristmusic Yes. I don't really need nor want all that modern smart technology. The basic comforts are enough that you can find in quality cars made between 1990-2010. After that they started adding really unnecessary stuff and plastic everywhere even in engine parts that will not last and can cause major issues or even break the whole damn engine. Luxury cars made in the 90s and 00 were robust. Fact is that the more you have electronics and technology in your car and fancy mechanics, the more you will have maintenance issues and costs.
I owned a v70 d5 for 10 years. It was the best car I've owned. I loved the torque and the sound it made. It would climb the steepest hills like they weren't there. Nice.
I have a 2010 V70 R-Design w/3.2 six cylinder gas engine. Bought it with 185k miles on it but a one owner car with maintenance history. As a US driver I've never noticed the "poor" turning circle. The ride in the R-Design is a little firmer on rough roads but it handles much better than my 07 Volvo S80 V8 AWD. I'm 6'6" and have plenty of headroom even with sunroof. This V70 is my sixth Volvo wagon (estate) and, by far, the best. It's primarily my dog hauler but I really enjoy driving it.
@@dpayne8611: You sound quite bitter and triggered by other people’s personal choices/preferences (especially when you consider that this isn’t the only comment thread/post you’ve responded to, on this video), like a person condemning someone else for liking a particular type of food. It’s as cringey as it is, obnoxiously immature and off-putting. What would you, in your infinite wisdom, suggest, instead, oh all-knowing, wise guru?
Thanks for this-I've had my R-Design V70 for a couple of years now, and it's one of the best cars I've driven in 30 years. I've had cars as good, but none better.
I had an 'X' reg V70 T5 for three years (2004-2007). Fully loaded including phone, drop down dog guard (for over friendly dogs), heated seats, pop-up GPS screen included TV. I converted it to also run on LPG. I absolutely loved the car.
3:09 I’ve owned this exact car for ten years and 130,000 miles and have never accidentally hit the satnav buttons. Getting out of the car and turning on the wipers is another matter though 😊😊😊 I have no hesitation in saying that when I eventually sell or write off or have it stolen I will buy another mk3 2016 as it’s been the best car of my long life!
I love the sound of 5 cylinder engine on both diesel or petrol engines. It one of the reaaons why I would buy it. For me car has to make good sound, not too loud either though
Hi George. Great review. I've got the sat nav in my xc90, it's surprisingly good. I drove a 300 round trip recently and found it Informative and clear to follow. There should be a remote for it too.
kinda surprised to see you talk about it drinking fuel, compared to what? i've been driving a 08 d5 xc70 for years and its usually in the mid 30's (british mpg, 8.5l/100 km) this is a almost 1900kg car with all wheel drive.. i dont feel it being hard to park either, its probably the best family hauler we have owned, hence we are still holding on to it allthough its now 15 years old and has 260k on the clock
I have a new to me 2014 D5 XC70 and aside from a list of expensive issues I’m currently sorting out it’s great. Averaging high 20’s mpg around town and high 30’s on a longer run, so coming from a Discovery 4 that’s amazing! I was surprised the Discovery has a better turning circle.
@@ash3rr £1,200 and counting, waiting on new rear springs, the radar for the cruise control, the air conditioning and potentially a gearbox. Having said that, it’s done 136,000 miles.
You reviewers take a big old Volvo estate which most people would expect to be a plodder, then start comparing it with the R type or whatever. I want to know about the vehicle you are reviewing., not the twin turbo, faster, all singing, all dancing sport model.
geartronic is shite unreliable as fook. d5 is good but keep up with the aux belt or it snaps and goes behind the cam belt then snaps the casting around the lifter 1k + without labour had loads d5 is great powerful torque why anyone wants a auto is beyond me.
How tall are you ?I now have v50 but it is not big car...v70 is my dream car and i wonder how big is inside...i am 195cm tall.What version of D5 motor is this ?
I'm 198cm & I don't have any space issues, my car however has no sunroof, I'd imagine that if it did it could be pretty tight for headroom. My engine is 2.0 5 cylinder diesel with 136 bhp & will actually manage 40 mpg around town.
I have a 2012 V70 D5 and I get 30+ mpg to and from the shops with a light right foot. On the motorway I get 45+. It is not bad at all. The car is comfortable, powerful and the turning circle is not that bad, I have no problems with it.
Good review my tip is get the 2009/2010 without the satnav with the 17inch alloys, the dashboard looks mush cleaner without the satnav which doesn't end up dating the car and in truth doesn't work very well anyway , you will find if you have 17inch alloys you will have a more comfortable ride plus your whole suspension will be in much better shape , in my mind on a v70 makes sense they are a heavy car ,but are fantastic on the motor way's and long county roads which I believe the car was made for there a great safe reliable family car with more than enough horse power to make the drive enjoyable .
very well done George! I'm not a big car guy, but this review is very entertaining and informative. So thorough, and pro! Shows how much you love cars haha. Cheers Daddy George!! Little guy is coming sooooon!!! So exciting!!!
Gearbox is the main downfall of this car. Its just so irritating, in manual mode it does improve a bit, but again its slow to respond so you need to be used to driving the car to predict how the gearbox will behave.
No Bluetooth? That awkward - I had that feature in my s60 61 plate... It is the same shape but who knows, maybe v70 was a slightly different with equipment Nice wheels
Funny how people in general have been fooled to think that a car with the age of 12 years is "old car". It is not old, not even close. When a car has age of 20-30 years, you can say it is oldish, but still such cars are very much usable as daily drivers. I have 2004 volvo v70 and the car still feels amazing and has all the basic comforts that are actually important to have, everything works and the ride is smooth. It even looks modern because volvo made it right. It is classic and elegant and has a pinch of sporty touch. But it seems like car industry, politics and media has succeeded in brainwashing people and people think that if the car has been in use for 5 years it should be trashed and brand new model be bought right away because we love to waste perfectly good things.
ikr, older cars are actually way better than new ones. I'm going for an older Volvo myself
@@erroristmusic Yes. I don't really need nor want all that modern smart technology. The basic comforts are enough that you can find in quality cars made between 1990-2010. After that they started adding really unnecessary stuff and plastic everywhere even in engine parts that will not last and can cause major issues or even break the whole damn engine. Luxury cars made in the 90s and 00 were robust. Fact is that the more you have electronics and technology in your car and fancy mechanics, the more you will have maintenance issues and costs.
@@erroristmusicEnjoy paying a lot for spare parts, just pray the AC dont go bad, that cost more than the car.
@@dpayne8611 Idk what you're talinkg about. I daily drive 2000 Renault Laguna and the parts are dirt cheap.
I owned a v70 d5 for 10 years. It was the best car I've owned. I loved the torque and the sound it made. It would climb the steepest hills like they weren't there. Nice.
I’d only ever own a Volvo with the D5 engine, such an amazing engine, amazing noise and they do the mileage
I have a 2010 V70 R-Design w/3.2 six cylinder gas engine. Bought it with 185k miles on it but a one owner car with maintenance history. As a US driver I've never noticed the "poor" turning circle. The ride in the R-Design is a little firmer on rough roads but it handles much better than my 07 Volvo S80 V8 AWD. I'm 6'6" and have plenty of headroom even with sunroof. This V70 is my sixth Volvo wagon (estate) and, by far, the best. It's primarily my dog hauler but I really enjoy driving it.
D5 with manual box - best combo!
+ AWD
@@Dravito94yeah 1.5l/10km 👍 super bad 😂
@@dpayne8611: You sound quite bitter and triggered by other people’s personal choices/preferences (especially when you consider that this isn’t the only comment thread/post you’ve responded to, on this video), like a person condemning someone else for liking a particular type of food. It’s as cringey as it is, obnoxiously immature and off-putting.
What would you, in your infinite wisdom, suggest, instead, oh all-knowing, wise guru?
Literally just bought a 2014 V70 D5! Happy to see this video now.
Thanks for this-I've had my R-Design V70 for a couple of years now, and it's one of the best cars I've driven in 30 years. I've had cars as good, but none better.
They are great solid cars! Thanks for your comment
I had an 'X' reg V70 T5 for three years (2004-2007). Fully loaded including phone, drop down dog guard (for over friendly dogs), heated seats, pop-up GPS screen included TV. I converted it to also run on LPG. I absolutely loved the car.
sounds great!
No mention of the geartronic box pros & cons. I run a 57 plate D5 and its an excellent already. 153k on the clock and drives superbly.
3:09 I’ve owned this exact car for ten years and 130,000 miles and have never accidentally hit the satnav buttons. Getting out of the car and turning on the wipers is another matter though 😊😊😊
I have no hesitation in saying that when I eventually sell or write off or have it stolen I will buy another mk3 2016 as it’s been the best car of my long life!
I love the sound of 5 cylinder engine on both diesel or petrol engines. It one of the reaaons why I would buy it. For me car has to make good sound, not too loud either though
Volvo are just awesome.
Bought one for my father in law. Just repaired injectors and flashed new ECU. Let's roll!
Old???? That's minty fresh new mate! My V70R is 25 years old with 230k and I don't class that as old.
Hi George. Great review. I've got the sat nav in my xc90, it's surprisingly good. I drove a 300 round trip recently and found it Informative and clear to follow. There should be a remote for it too.
4:16 no its not. You just heard that from the old models.
kinda surprised to see you talk about it drinking fuel, compared to what? i've been driving a 08 d5 xc70 for years and its usually in the mid 30's (british mpg, 8.5l/100 km) this is a almost 1900kg car with all wheel drive..
i dont feel it being hard to park either,
its probably the best family hauler we have owned, hence we are still holding on to it allthough its now 15 years old and has 260k on the clock
I have a 2002 v70 xc. I love it
Hi George and Lucy! I'd buy one if you ship to Las Vegas. Happy Holidays to all!😊😊
Who needs satnav?! Get a map dude (-;)~
Bro they f-ed up and put the steering wheel on the wrong side xD
I want to buy one from 2014 d4 2.0 181 hp 188k miles. Its still a good choice
Sounds solid!
Go for it, Today i'm going for a V50 D5 2008, with 150k miles.. great engine, take good care of it
Very fair review The only thing I really dislike is the ride it's so hard and oh yes the poor turning circle.
He likes and enjoyed that car like i enjoy my Volvo daily :)
How about in 2024? How to check if the car is good.
It’s kinda like the VW Golf dose not change much from model to model
Nice video George thank you for sharing
Thanks for watching!
@@MoreGeorge cheers Geoarge
Yea
I have a new to me 2014 D5 XC70 and aside from a list of expensive issues I’m currently sorting out it’s great.
Averaging high 20’s mpg around town and high 30’s on a longer run, so coming from a Discovery 4 that’s amazing!
I was surprised the Discovery has a better turning circle.
expensive issues?
@@ash3rr £1,200 and counting, waiting on new rear springs, the radar for the cruise control, the air conditioning and potentially a gearbox. Having said that, it’s done 136,000 miles.
the turning circle is definitely an issue on these but all round a fantastic work horse!
Please tell me Lucy was the camera person this is so cute if she was fair play. Currently on auto trader looking at Volvos 😂🤦♂️
Great, but not ulez compliant!
Get a decent petrol one. I recently got a ulez compliant petrol. Absolute dream to drive.
Should change Auto for manual...and V70 to S60... 😂😂
How did you find the ride? I thought they were very wallowey around smaller roads etc, and the steering crazy light.
A little wallowy yes but the seats are the most comfortable i've ever had
You reviewers take a big old Volvo estate which most people would expect to be a plodder, then start comparing it with the R type or whatever. I want to know about the vehicle you are reviewing., not the twin turbo, faster, all singing, all dancing sport model.
Вольво ,Легенда..
What a stupid place for the ignition
geartronic is shite unreliable as fook. d5 is good but keep up with the aux belt or it snaps and goes behind the cam belt then snaps the casting around the lifter 1k + without labour had loads d5 is great powerful torque why anyone wants a auto is beyond me.
How tall are you ?I now have v50 but it is not big car...v70 is my dream car and i wonder how big is inside...i am 195cm tall.What version of D5 motor is this ?
I'm 198cm & I don't have any space issues, my car however has no sunroof, I'd imagine that if it did it could be pretty tight for headroom.
My engine is 2.0 5 cylinder diesel with 136 bhp & will actually manage 40 mpg around town.
I'm about 6foot 2!
What's the mpg in city please
I have a 2012 V70 D5 and I get 30+ mpg to and from the shops with a light right foot. On the motorway I get 45+. It is not bad at all. The car is comfortable, powerful and the turning circle is not that bad, I have no problems with it.
And never and i mean NEVER buy the 1.6
Why?
@@dalecooper6827 paugeot engine. The cars too heavy for that and shouldve never been delivered with it.
Brilliant
thanks Michael!
that is... old?
Haha in Volvo years of course not...!
10 years in volvo time is like near mint !
Sounds like road noise, is it daddy's car
yes this is my Dad's car
wrong year
wrong engine
If you're struggling to park the v70 you shouldn't be a car journalist
Weirdly I'm probably going to dump my L322 for one of these.
It’s not weird, its smart 😊
I have a d5 but from 2004, it gets 55mpg with mixed driving. The mpg on newer models may be down to common rail/EGR/dpf differences
Good review my tip is get the 2009/2010 without the satnav with the 17inch alloys, the dashboard looks mush cleaner without the satnav which doesn't end up dating the car and in truth doesn't work very well anyway , you will find if you have 17inch alloys you will have a more comfortable ride plus your whole suspension will be in much better shape , in my mind on a v70 makes sense they are a heavy car ,but are fantastic on the motor way's and long county roads which I believe the car was made for there a great safe reliable family car with more than enough horse power to make the drive enjoyable .
thanks for sharing Paul, I agree with your points!
I hate the old plaine boring display controls instrument
Parking and small roads difficult? You want to learn to drive!! Owned my V70 over five years live in the big city NEVER a problem.
very well done George! I'm not a big car guy, but this review is very entertaining and informative. So thorough, and pro! Shows how much you love cars haha. Cheers Daddy George!! Little guy is coming sooooon!!! So exciting!!!
Thanks for watching!
Gearbox is the main downfall of this car. Its just so irritating, in manual mode it does improve a bit, but again its slow to respond so you need to be used to driving the car to predict how the gearbox will behave.
No Bluetooth? That awkward - I had that feature in my s60 61 plate...
It is the same shape but who knows, maybe v70 was a slightly different with equipment
Nice wheels
"Same shape"?? Something's wrong then, the S60's a saloon and the V70's an estate!