Volvo V70 Mk2
The quintessential Swedish workhorse, powered by Volvo's first in-house passenger diesel engine.
- Power
- 163 bhp
- Top speed
- 130 mph
About the Volvo V70 Mk2
The second-generation Volvo V70, built on the P2 platform, moved away from the boxy aesthetics of its predecessor for a more aerodynamic, 'shouldered' design. The 2002 D5 variant was significant for featuring Volvo's first self-developed common-rail diesel engine, an all-aluminium five-cylinder unit known for its distinctive warble and longevity. It offered a class-leading blend of torque, fuel efficiency, and the brand's legendary safety credentials. As a collector's item, it is valued more for its utility and robust engineering than outright performance, often reaching high mileages with ease.
Volvo V70 Mk2 specs
The Volvo V70 Mk2 produces 163 bhp (122 kW) and 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
| Make | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Model | V70 |
| Generation | Mk2 |
| Trim | 2.4 D5 |
| Years | 2001–2007 |
| Body style | Estate |
| Country | Sweden |
| Engine | 2.4-litre inline-5 turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,401 cc (2.4 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 163 bhp (122 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,200 rpm |
| Top speed | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,596 kg (3,519 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 102 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Volvo V70 Mk2 rarity in CarSpot
The Volvo V70 Mk2 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Volvo V70 Mk2 fun facts
- The D5 engine was Volvo's first in-house diesel engine for passenger cars, ending their reliance on Audi-sourced units.
- The Mk2 V70 was designed by Peter Horbury, who introduced the 'catwalk' shoulder line that defined Volvo's design language for a decade.
- The D5 engine's block was cast at Volvo's Skövde plant, which has been producing engines for the company since 1927.