With 1 recalls and 24 complaints, the 2006 Volvo V70 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

06V3750002006-03-10

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE LABEL DENOTING THE TIRE AND LOADING PRESSURE INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.

A MISPRINTED LABEL WOULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Volvo V70's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 24 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags4

02Electrical System3

03Power Train3

04Seat Belts2

05Visibility/wiper1

24 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volvo V70 Fuel Economy

18–22mpg combined

16-19city

23-27hwy

$3,700-$4,550/yr

Fuel economy for the 2006 Volvo V70 ranges from 18 to 22 MPG combined across 9 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

V70 FWD - Manual 5-spd

22mpg

2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city27 hwy~$3,700/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 FWD - Automatic (S5)

21mpg

2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 FWD - Automatic (S5)

21mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city27 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 FWD - Automatic 5-spd

21mpg

2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 AWD - Automatic (S5)

20mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 AWD - Automatic 5-spd

20mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 FWD - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 R AWD - Manual 6-spd

19mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

V70 R AWD - Automatic (S6)

18mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$4,550/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2006 Volvo V70

10States

46%in top 3

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

WAWashington

323%

NCNorth Carolina

215%

TXTexas

18%

MNMinnesota

18%

MOMissouri

18%

ILIllinois

18%

NHNew Hampshire

18%

NJNew Jersey

18%

FLFlorida

18%

WIWisconsin

18%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

2006 Volvo V70 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2006 Volvo V70 a good car to buy?

The 2006 Volvo V70 has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2006 Volvo V70?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Volvo V70. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Volvo V70?

Depending on configuration, the 2006 Volvo V70 delivers 18–22 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2006 Volvo V70?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2006 Volvo V70, based on 24 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.