Trim Report

Volvo V70 2.5T1999

Includes:V70|2.5T
$699
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Max $4,797
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1999 Volvo V70 2.5T Pricing

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Where to Find Volvo V70 2.5T

Location data for all 1999 Volvo V70 trims combined

10States

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Volvo V70 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1999 Volvo V70 trims

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
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Volvo V70 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1999 Volvo V70 trims

19–21mpg combined
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16-19city
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23-26hwy
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$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)

1999 Volvo V70 2.5T FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the 2.5T compare to other Volvo V70 trims?

The 2.5T occupies a distinct position in the Volvo V70 range. See how it stacks up on the 1999 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1999 Volvo V70 2.5T?

Maintenance costs for the 2.5T align with the broader Volvo V70 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1999 model year has 4 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is vehicle speed control. Check the 1999 Volvo V70 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volvo V70 2.5T?

For the 2.5T, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volvo V70 buyer's guide.

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