Volvo V70 Petrol

[Francis_374353316]

Hi

As some of the regulars on here will notice I am looking at a range of new cars to replace my trusty 406. My caravan is 1400kgs and I have been offered the chance of a 2003 V70 estate 2.4 petrol can anyone give me any advice with regard to Mpg kerbweight and towing limits etc and generally how well this car would tow.

Many Thanks!!

 

[markemall]

Hi a mate of mine had one of these he didnt tow a van but really rated the car, best place to look is on a web site called "Honest John" they tell you the good and the bad of all makes of cars and what to look out for.

 

[clint_374573550]

I tow with a V7o petrol 2.4 automatic. You can tow up to 1850 kerb weight, but lighter would be more comfortable. I do about a hundred miles on half a tank, about forty pounds, towing about 1280 laden weight for caravan and full family and dogs and top box. You would get better consumption from a manual, as being auto I have to tow in fourth gear tops to mantain transmission.

 

[David_374573753]

Hi Have towed a 1400Kg van with a V70 170bhp manual petrol. The match was ideal - very stable. Only downside is fuel consumption - only 20mpg at best. I also found that it was better to stick in 4th and not bother with 5th gear.

Have revently changed car for a V70 D5 Auto which has addressed the above minor issues.

Hope this helps