Car financing: 2001 Volvo C70
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2001 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2001 Volvo C70 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L 5-cylinder turbo | 2.4L 5-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 5-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 269.5 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.60 | $20.13 | $20.65 |
2001 Volvo C70: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.4 L | 2.3 L |
| Cylinders | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 26 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 24 |
| 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$3,900 | US$4,000 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,920 | $4,026 | $4,130 |
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 2001 Volvo C70
- NHTSA lists 2 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 18 complaints with NHTSA, most often about vehicle speed control (8), tires (6) and engine and engine cooling (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06V441000 | 2006-11-15 | vehicle speed control | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES. |
| 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2001 Volvo C70 for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2001 Volvo C70 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Thinking about the 2001 Volvo C70? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
Before you sign for the C70
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. NHTSA has 18 owner complaints on file, mostly about vehicle speed control, tires and engine and engine cooling. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the figures tell you
The 2.3L 5-cylinder turbo does the work, through a 5-speed manual. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
The EPA rates it at 11.2 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 34 litres. Driving 300 km costs roughly $58.80 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
What the C70 is like
Being a compact car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. The EPA lists 368 litres for luggage, roughly about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Good uses for the C70
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
A longer test drive
Drive the C70 on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the C70 first, and buy only if it fits your life. A test week in the C70 tells you more than any review.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$3,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Picking a year and a trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
When you know your dates
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2001 Volvo C70 from us first.
Ask us about the 2001 Volvo C70
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2001 Volvo C70 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2001 Volvo C70
Does CarmaCars sell the 2001 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 2001 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 2001 Volvo C70 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2001 Volvo C70 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3920.00.
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.