The Volvo V70, produced from 1996 to 2016, is a versatile executive car that became a staple in Volvo's lineup, offering practicality and performance across three generations.
From 2002 to 2010, the V70 featured a range of engines, including a 2.3L, 2.4L, 2.5L, and 3.2L, with power outputs spanning from 168 hp to 300 hp.
Torque ranged from 166 lb-ft to 295 lb-ft, depending on the configuration.
Notable options included front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), with transmissions ranging from 5-speed manuals to 6-speed automatics.
The high-performance 2.5L turbocharged engine in AWD models delivered up to 300 hp, showcasing the V70's capability as both a family car and a performance-oriented wagon.
Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for various configurations.
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Third Generation: 2008-2016
The third-generation Volvo V70 (2008–2016) introduced a range of four-, five-, and six-cylinder engines, with the 3.2L inline-six producing 235 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic Geartronic transmission and front-wheel drive.
Notable for its engineering innovation, Volvo developed a diesel-electric plug-in hybrid demonstrator with an 11.3 kWh battery, offering an all-electric range of 12–19 miles, though it never reached production.
This generation also marked the discontinuation of the high-performance V70R AWD, replaced by a cosmetic R-Design package.
2010 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The Volvo V70 is equipped with a 3.2L engine producing a consistent output of 235 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque.
This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed automatic Geartronic transmission.
2010 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Wagon |
3.2L | I6 | 6 Spd Auto Geartronic | FWD |
235 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
236 ft-lbs @ 3,200 rpm |
2009 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a 3.2L engine that produces a consistent output of 235 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque.
This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed automatic Geartronic transmission.
2009 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Wagon |
3.2L | I6 | 6 Spd Auto Geartronic | FWD |
235 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
236 ft-lbs @ 3,200 rpm |
2008 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a 3.2L engine producing 235 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque.
This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed automatic Geartronic transmission.
2008 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
3.2 Wagon |
3.2L | I6 | 6 Spd Auto Geartronic | FWD |
235 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
236 ft-lbs @ 3,200 rpm |
Second Generation: 2000-2007
The second-generation Volvo V70 (2000–2007) offered a range of five-cylinder engines, with power outputs spanning from 168 hp (2.4L, FWD, 5-speed manual) to 300 hp (2.5L turbocharged, AWD, 6-speed manual).
Notable configurations included both front-wheel drive and Haldex-based all-wheel drive, paired with 5- or 6-speed manual and automatic transmissions.
A standout innovation was the high-performance V70 R, featuring a 2.5L turbocharged engine producing 295 lb-ft of torque, achieving 0–60 mph in 5.9 seconds, and equipped with Volvo's advanced 4C multi-mode suspension system.
2007 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The Volvo V70 features a horsepower range from 168 hp with a 2.4L engine to 300 hp with a 2.5L engine in the R variant, which utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive (AWD).
Torque output varies from 166 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 295 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine in the R variant, providing enhanced performance capabilities.
2007 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
R (AT/6Spd) Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
300 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
295 ft-lbs |
2.5T Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD |
208 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
Wagon |
2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
168 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
166 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2006 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The Volvo V70 features a horsepower range from 168 hp with a 2.4L engine to 300 hp with a 2.5L engine in the R variant, which utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.
Torque output varies from 166 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 295 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine in the R variant.
2006 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
R (AT/6Spd) Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
300 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
295 ft-lbs |
2.5T Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD |
208 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
Wagon |
2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
168 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
166 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2005 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The Volvo V70 features a horsepower range from 168 hp with a 2.4L engine to 300 hp with a 2.5L engine in the R variant, which utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.
Torque output varies from 166 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 295 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine in the R variant.
2005 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
T5 Wagon |
2.4L | Turbo | I5 | High-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD |
257 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
R (AT/6Spd) Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
300 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
295 ft-lbs |
2.5T Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD |
208 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
Wagon |
2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
168 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
166 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2004 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The Volvo V70 offers a horsepower range from 168 hp with a 2.4L engine to 300 hp with a 2.5L engine in an all-wheel-drive configuration.
Torque output varies from 166 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 295 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine, utilizing a 6-speed automatic transmission in the higher output variant.
2004 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
XC Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure | AWD |
208 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
T5 Wagon |
2.3L | Turbo | I5 | High-Pressure |
247 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
243 ft-lbs |
R (AT/6Spd) Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD |
300 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
295 ft-lbs |
2.5T Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure | AWD |
208 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2.5T Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure |
208 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
Wagon |
2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
168 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
166 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2003 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The Volvo V70 offers a horsepower range from 168 hp with the 2.4L engine to 247 hp with the T5 2.3L High-Pressure engine.
Torque varies from 166 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 243 lb-ft with the T5 2.3L High-Pressure engine.
Engine options include 2.3L, 2.4L, and 2.5L configurations, with available AWD drivetrain and 5-speed manual transmission.
2003 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
XC Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | AWD |
208 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
T5 Wagon |
2.3L | Turbo | I5 | High-Pressure | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
247 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
243 ft-lbs |
2.5T Wagon |
2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 2.5LLow-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | AWD |
208 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
236 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
2.5T Wagon |
2.4L | Turbo | I5 | 2.4LLow-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto | FWD |
197 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
210 ft-lbs |
Wagon |
2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
168 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
166 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2002 Volvo V70 Horsepower
The Volvo V70 features a horsepower range from 168 hp with the Low-Pressure engine to 247 hp with the High-Pressure engine.
Torque output varies from 170 lb-ft with the Low-Pressure engine to 243 lb-ft with the High-Pressure engine, both configurations utilizing a 5-speed manual transmission and an all-wheel-drive drivetrain.
2002 Volvo V70 Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
XC Wagon |
Turbo | I5 | Low-Pressure | 5 Spd Geartronic Auto | AWD |
197 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
210 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm |
T5 Wagon |
Turbo | I5 | High-Pressure | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
247 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
243 ft-lbs @ 2,400 rpm |
2.4T Wagon |
Turbo | I5 | Low-Pressure | 5 Spd Geartronic Auto | AWD |
197 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
210 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm |
2.4T Wagon |
Turbo | I5 | Low-Pressure | 5 Spd Auto W/Winter Mode | FWD |
197 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
210 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm |
Wagon |
I5 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
168 hp @ 5,900 rpm |
170 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
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