Trim Report

Volvo V70 2.41998

Includes:V70|2.4
$1,990
Starting From
4
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,990
Max $6,700
From $1,990
Fresh

2.4 Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$9,000
$9K–$9K
1 listings75,000 avg miles
2.4
From$1,990
4 listings|$2K–$7K
2.5T
From$699
4 listings|$699–$5K
Cross Country
From$1,999
5 listings|$2K–$8K

1998 Volvo V70 2.4 Pricing

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Where to Find Volvo V70 2.4

Location data for all 1998 Volvo V70 trims combined

10States

Washington has the most inventory at 23%, with options spread across 10 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Volvo V70 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1998 Volvo V70 trims

High Concern

The 1998 Volvo V70 has a high safety risk profile with 5 recall campaigns and 199 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

5
Recalls
199
Complaints
10
Crashes
7
Fires
Recall Findings
04V5040002004-21-10
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.

THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION. THIS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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99V2360001999-30-08
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONTAL PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY BE OVERLY SENSITIVE TO CERTAIN ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE.

THIS COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT.

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99V2350001999-30-08
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.

DRIVER'S COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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00V4050002000-06-12
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.

THIS WOULD FAIL TO WARN AN APPROACHING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING AND COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

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98V2540001998-14-10
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH THIRD SEATS. USERS OF THE THIRD SEAT, WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE, CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TAILPIPE.

CONTACT WITH THE TAILPIPE CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 199 owners have filed complaints about the 1998 Volvo V70. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic33
02Exterior Lighting27
03Engine And Engine Cooling20
04Electrical System12
05Fuel System, Gasoline12
199 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volvo V70 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1998 Volvo V70 trims

19–21mpg combined
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16-18city
·
22-27hwy
·
$3,900-$4,300/yr

Across 7 configurations, the 1998 Volvo V70 returns 19–21 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
V70 FWD - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 AWD - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 AWD - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2.4 Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1998 Volvo V70 2.4

How does the 2.4 compare to other Volvo V70 trims?

Every Volvo V70 trim targets a different buyer. The 1998 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 1998 Volvo V70 2.4?

The 2.4 shares its core mechanicals with other Volvo V70 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for service brakes, hydraulic issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. The 1998 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volvo V70 2.4?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volvo V70 2.4 year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volvo V70 overview compares all years side by side.

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