Video review - 2008 Volvo XC70

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We recently completed the full road test of the 2008 Volvo XC70, the latest in a well established lineage of Volvo wagons. This model was tested outside a traditional magazine group, allowing us to provide our expert insights on the XC70 now without waiting to circle the luxury wagons. The XC70 is now based on the new S80, which results in a longer car and brings the very latest in Volvo's arsenal of safety gear. We bought a typically equipped XC70 for ,560. While the all-wheel-drive XC70 has a raised ride height and some SUV styling details, it is essentially the same car as the V70 wagon. We found the size and versatility of this wagon appealing and refreshing in a sea of SUVs. A quieter, better finished interior, a ride that's less stiff and more responsive handling than the previous model are welcome. The driving experience, engine performance and fuel economy aren't all that exciting, especially considering the price. Watch the video to the right, hosted by Senior Automotive Engineer Tom Mutchler. For the full road test, performance data, and pricing on the Volvo XC70 and any other model we have tested, visit the model overview pages from the pull-down search tools or Ratings charts in the Cars section of ConsumerReports.org. To see other car review videos, visit our video hub.

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dont really like volvo... too plain