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Volvo V70 Xc (1998-2000)

The Age

Friday August 31, 2007

Helen Shield

VOLVO V70 XC (1998-2000)

How much?

$16,000-$20,000.

Engine: 2.5-litre, turbocharged five-cylinder.

Transmission: Five-speed manual/four-speed automatic.

Fuel economy: 11.5/7.4 L/100 km (automatic); 10.5/6.6 L/100 km (manual).

Safety: Four air-bags, ABS, traction control.

Crash rating: 4/5

What's it got? Climate-control, alloy wheels, cruise control, CD stacker, remote locking, leather, roof racks,trip computer; power mirrors and windows.

For: All-wheel-drive grip; interiors wear well; engine seems bulletproof despite turbocharger.

Against: Silly, niggling problems have plagued some early cars; insurance and repairs can be expensive.

Our score: 4/5

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