The Revamped Volvo V70 With a Sporty Look and Sharper Driving Characteristics
The Volvo brand is not exactly synonymous with dramatic styling. When the Volvo V70 estate was launched it dominated the premium large estate car market, and defined the parameters by which estate cars were judged by mixing practicality, quality, comfort and desirability. The new version of Volvo V70 that appeared in May 2008 appears to be sportier with dynamic driving characteristics. The cabin has comfortable seating and side support.
The chassis has been refined with the help of characteristics such as stiffer anti-roll bars and bushings, and a lower ground clearance. This helps in more direct contact with the road delivering more responsive and rewarding steering retort.
"The big challenge with this project and the R-DESIGN chassis was to combine crisp driving pleasure with Volvo's renowned secure properties in poor road conditions, such as heavy rain or snow. I'm convinced we've found exactly the right balance," says Ekkehard Schwartz, Vice President Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics.
The V70 is designed with R-design specification. This makes the chassis more appealing. The car has been customised to suit all requirements of an estate. The R-Design badge is displayed on the exterior. With cratus alloy wheels, it gives the car a complete sportier look.
A number of smart new functional details and accessories allow the <a href="http://www.autotrader.co.uk/EDITORIAL/CARS/FEATURES/VOLVO/32884.html">Volvo V70</a> owner to individually adapt the car to suit his or her specific needs. The rear of the all-new V70 has a more dynamic, more sculpted shape than in today's model. The eye can even discern a forward-leaning upper tailgate section.
"In the leading estate car, the cargo should naturally ride as comfortably as the passengers do. Every little detail in the luggage compartment and all the accessories have been specially designed to give the correct feeling of luxury without compromising on the smart functionality that is and remains our mark of honour," says Volvo Cars Design Director Steve Mattin.
The segment for estate cars is growing and the demands on the cars themselves are increasing as more and more sedan owners appreciate the added versatility that this roomier car type offers - without having to compromise on design, comfort or driving dynamics.
You can always rely on Volvo to screw a car together properly and then fill every available space with airbags. Sure enough all V70 models feature driver, passenger and side airbags, plus curtains and whiplash protection.
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