1998 Volvo C70 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.1 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.1 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 1998 Volvo C70 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1998 Volvo C70 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 5-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 5-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 5-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.0 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.1 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 283.5 g/km | 291 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.18 | $21.70 | $21.70 |
1998 Volvo C70: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L |
| Cylinders | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 23 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 23 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,225 | US$4,350 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,236 | $4,340 | $4,340 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1998 Volvo C70
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (2), electrical system (1) and engine and engine cooling (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V504000 | 2004-10-21 | exterior lighting:headlights:switch | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION. |
| 00V405000 | 2000-12-06 | exterior lighting:turn signal | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED. |
| 99V235000 | 1999-08-30 | exterior lighting:headlights:switch | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OPERATION OF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, CAN RESULT IN INCONSISTENT OPERATION OF THE SWITCH. |
| 99V236000 | 1999-08-30 | air bags:frontal | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONTAL PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY BE OVERLY SENSITIVE TO CERTAIN ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1998 Volvo C70: before you buy
No 1998 Volvo C70 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. Before you buy the 1998 Volvo C70, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Before you sign for the C70
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on file, mostly about service brakes, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
The numbers in plain words
The 2.4L 5-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 36 litres for every 300 km, going by its 12.1 L/100 km combined rating. A 300 km weekend costs about $63.54 in energy at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,225 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
The C70 in everyday use
Being a compact car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. Luggage space is rated at 368 litres: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends.
Try before you buy
Rent the C70 for a week and see how it fits your life. A test week in the C70 tells you more than any review. Rent the C70 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Running costs
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$4,225 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Narrowing it down
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Talk to a person
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1998 Volvo C70 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1998 Volvo C70 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1998 Volvo C70
Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 Volvo C70?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1998 Volvo C70 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1998 Volvo C70 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1998 Volvo C70 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,225 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4236.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.