1999 Volvo V70

$1,999
from
1
listings
$2K–$2K
price range
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Low$1,999
High$1,999
From$1,999
Avg Mileage175,000 mi
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Sourced from 1 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

1999 Volvo V70 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,999
$2K–$2K
1 listings175,000 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

1999 Volvo V70 Pricing

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Volvo V70 Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 4 recalls and 171 complaints, the 1999 Volvo V70 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
171
Complaints
4
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
06V4410002006-15-11
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.

THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.

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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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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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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

The 1999 Volvo V70's biggest weak point? VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. It leads 171 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Vehicle Speed Control39
02Electrical System31
03Engine And Engine Cooling13
04Fuel System, Gasoline12
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
171 total across 1 model years (1999–1999)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volvo V70 Fuel Economy

19–21mpg combined
·
16-19city
·
23-26hwy
·
$3,900-$4,300/yr

Fuel economy for the 1999 Volvo V70 ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined across 7 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

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
19 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 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 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 1999 Volvo V70

10States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Washington (23%), but the remaining listings are spread across 9 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1999.

1999 Volvo V70: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 1999 Volvo V70 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1999 Volvo V70. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1999 Volvo V70?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 1999 Volvo V70?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $263 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1999 Volvo V70?

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL problems top the list with 171 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 1999 compare to other Volvo V70 years?

Each Volvo V70 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Volvo V70 overview page.

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