3/21/2023 0 Comments Convertible volvo crossover![]() The rear luggage compartment opens wide with the big clam-shell door giving great accessibility. The lines are unbroken and the rear luggage space is great (at least with the roof up) despite not looking bulbous. The car looks equally good with the roof up or down which is not something that can be said for some other hardtop convertible cars. To counter this Volvo fit a button that allows the folded roof to lift up a few inches so you can reach underneath. The roof folds away into the top half of the luggage compartment and in doing so blocks most of the access. There are many moving parts which would worry me on an older car but the Volvo C70 Convertible does not have a reputation for problems. The roof is a large and sophisticated 3-piece hardtop that at the touch of a button, quietly folds away into the upper part of the luggage compartment. In many convertibles the word ‘bracing’ will be used for winter travel with the top down but in the C70 I just felt pampered. One thing I did notice was that in the cool Autumn air you could turn up the heating and the heated seats and be very comfortable. This car came with the optional wind deflector but I really couldn’t see a need for it and didn’t take it out of its bag. The front seats are just lightly breezy even at cruising speeds and even less so with the windows up. With the roof down the chassis remains stiff and there are no noticeable shakes or rattles from the bodywork. It is nice to see the Geartronic manual override but in reality you won’t use it very often as it can do a great job without your help. The smooth six speed Geartronic automatic transmission suits the car well and helps performance. It returns reasonable fuel consumption, particularly economical on longer journeys but the weight of the car means that it isn’t quite as low around town. This five cylinder turbo diesel engine is a bit noisy at low speeds but is easy to live with once you get moving and actually sounds good at higher revs. If you want to press on, this smaller engined D3 model responds and while you might not call it fast, you can still have some fun. The C70 is easy to drive and the ride is smooth, encouraging you to cruise along effortlessly. As a premium car there is of course automatic everything so you can focus on your journey rather than irritating things like turning on lights or changing gear!Īs I’ve said, this isn’t a firmed-up sports car but it certainly doesn’t disgrace itself. The well insulated roof keeps out unwanted traffic noise and feels solid without having large pillars that might restrict your view. On the move with the roof up you would do well to tell that you are in a convertible car. It is impossible to make adjustments without looking closely, which for a brand that prides itself on safety seems a bit counterproductive. Driving on a cold day I reached for the rear window heater but my finger found its way to two other buttons first sending the windscreen de-mister roaring into life. Unfortunately they can be a bit too small and close together to use while driving. The controls are very tidy in their design with the trademark Volvo floating central column organising rows of small buttons to adjust things like the climate control and sound system. ![]() The cabin is bigger than the competitors and although the rear headroom may be limited for taller passengers it has an airy feel. The heated leather front seats are exceptionally comfortable being both soft and supportive and the back seats are of a reasonable size too. Every care has been taken to ensure the driver is comfortable and well cared for without any pointless gimmicks. The equipment level in the SE Lux car I drove was very impressive. Instead Volvo aims the car at drivers who want to combine practicality with luxury. The Volvo C70 is priced level with other premium cars like the BMW 3-Series Convertible and Audi A5 Cabriolet but it doesn’t try to be a sports car. Inside and out, the influence of Scandinavian design is clear and it is nice to see Volvo going their own way on design rather than following the herd. I must admit to preferring the original front end design but the latest face-lifted version is still an attractive car. ![]() The C70 has more in common with the stylish classic Volvo P1800 than the slab-like cars from the 1980s. It is not a new car having been introduced back in 2006 but it still attracts positive comments and admiring glances from strangers. ![]() This is not something that can be said of the curvaceous Volvo C70 Convertible. I grew up knowing the Swedish cars only as big shapeless blocks with very little about them to entertain a young car fan. ![]()
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