DecodedCars2005 Volvo XC70
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr Wagon AWD
- Engines
- 2.5L 5-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 186.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,594 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Volvo XC70 is a SUV - offered with a 2.5L 5-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 186 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,594 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 14% better than the 2005 SUV - average of 16.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Wagon AWD | 186.2 in | 73.2 in | 61.4 in | 108.7 in | 63.4 / 61 in | 3,594 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC70 AWD | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 19 | +14% | $4,350 | 468 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Volvo XC70 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Volvo XC70 (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2005 BMW X5 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 BMW X3 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Lexus RX | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Oct 14, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V800000 · 194,546 vehicles
- Problem
- Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
Equipment › Electrical › Navigational System(Global Positioning System) · Nov 8, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V566000 · 416 vehicles
- Problem
- VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
- Risk
- AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
- Fix
- VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
Not every 2005 Volvo XC70 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Volvo XC70 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Power Train — 1 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 115,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Volvo XC70. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XC70 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 XC70 | 26 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 7 |
| 2015 XC70 | 27 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 6 |
| 2014 XC70 | 21 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2013 XC70 | 21 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 7 |
| 2012 XC70 | 21 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 12 |
| 2011 XC70 | 21 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 12 |
| 2010 XC70 | 18 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 4 | 7 |
| 2009 XC70 | 18 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 6 |
| 2008 XC70 | 17 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 22 |
| 2007 XC70 | 19 | 186.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 14 |
| 2006 XC70 | 19 | 186.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →