2006 Volvo C70 First Drive

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TO THE POINT What’s New?: The C70 has been totally redesigned for 2006, sharing only a few exhaust pipes with the previous model.
Selling Points: Gorgeous looks with top up or down, generous top-up cargo room, slick retracting mechanism
Deal Breakers: Potential for high repair costs after a rear-end collision
Our Advice: If you’re in the market for a beautiful premium coupe or convertible, a few miles behind the wheel of a 2006 Volvo C70 are definitely in order.

MEET THE COMPETITION Audi A4 Cabriolet
BMW 3 Series Convertible
Saab 9-3 Convertible

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Specifications Competitors for the 2006 Volvo C70 include the Audi A4 Cabriolet, BMW 3 Series Convertible, and the Saab 9-3 Convertible

Test Vehicle: 2006 Volvo C70
Base Price: $39,405 (including a $695 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder
Engine Horsepower: 218 at 5,000 rpm
Engine Torque: 236 lb.-ft. at 1,500 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed manual
Curb Weight, lbs. : 3,772
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) : N/A
Observed Fuel Economy: 20.9 mpg
Length: 180.4 inches
Width: 71.7 inches
Wheelbase: 103.9 inches
Height: 55.1 inches
Legroom (front/rear): 42.3/33.9 inches
Headroom (front/rear): 38.2/36.4 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Four
Max. Cargo Volume: 12.8 cubic feet with top up; 6.0 cubic feet with top down Competitors: Audi A4 Cabriolet, BMW 3 Series Convertible, Saab 9-3 Convertible