2013 Volvo C70

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Rating7.6

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Compact Convertible
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$41,200 - $45,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Lavishly designed cabin

Unintuitive navigation

No major changes

Smooth and refined ride

Choppy brakes and acceleration

Spacious cargo

Simple yet elegant exterior

Specs & Features

$41,200

price

227 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

236 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

torque

5-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.5L 5cyl FWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact convertible segment, the 2013 Volvo C70 Convertible is a direct competitor to the Infiniti G Convertible, the Audi A5 Convertible, and the BMW 3 Series Convertible. The Volvo C70 Convertible starts off at an MSRP of $41,200 with a single trim in the lineup. Each trim is offered with a 2.5L turbocharged Inline-5 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission, producing 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Volvo C70 Convertible manages a 0-60 of 7.8 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG.

Buying Advice

Since there is only a single trim level, get the Inscription package that includes unique 18-inch wheels, adaptive xenon headlights, LED running lights, a rear spoiler, a sport steering wheel, aluminum sport pedals, and more.

Trims

    T5
    $41,200 onwards
    • 18-inch machine finish alloy wheels
    • High-beam assist
    T5 Inscription
    $41,200 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 5cyl FWD 5A
    • Horsepower: 227 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 236 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    T5 Premier Plus
    $42,400 onwards
    • Parking assist
    T5 Platinum
    $45,000 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Navigation system

Compare to similar cars

Price

$41,200- $45,995

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.62

Horsepower

250 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

273 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

Capacity

4

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$46,890

Gasoline

7.37

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

4

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$42,610

Gasoline

7.06

204 hp @ 6400 rpm

185 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

4

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2013 Volvo C70 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.4 sec--
    5.9 sec14.2 sec153 mph
    7.9 sec16.2 sec-

    2013 Volvo C70 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg15.9 gal.302.1/445.2 mi.
      21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg17.1 gal.361.2/516 mi.
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg17.1 gal.326.8/464.4 mi.

      2013 Volvo C70 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        181.7 in.72.3 in.55.1 in.5.5 in.103.9 in.
        182.5 in.70.9 in.55.7 in.5 in.107.5 in.
        182.5 in.70.9 in.55.7 in.5 in.107.5 in.

        2013 Volkswagen Eos

        Ranked #3

        174.1 in.70.5 in.56.9 in.5.6 in.101.5 in.

        2013 Volvo C70 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          12.8 cu.ft.83.5 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.
          10.8 cu.ft.87.9 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.
          10.8 cu.ft.87.9 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.

          2013 Volvo C70 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            12.8 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.
            10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.
            10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.10.8 cu.ft.

            2013 Volvo C70 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2000 lbs.3837 lbs.
              -3806 lbs.
              -3872 lbs.

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