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Volvo C70 2.3

General information

ModelVolvo C70 2.3
Year1998
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2435 ccm (148.58 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2435 ccm (148.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 5 cylinder
Max power239.30 PS (176 kW or 236 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque340.00 Nm (34.7 kgf-m or 250.8 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke81.1 x 90.0 mm (3.2 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1617 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4680 litres (1,236 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1480 kg (3,262.8 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSomalia
Service interval15,000 km
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