Hi , i would like to buy a used XC-70 cross country of 2001, 2002 or 2003 as a daily driver.
I don't know volvos but i know their reliability , i would like to know things to look at before buying , things i should suspect and which engine and transmission is the best buy or most reliable.
Is it expensive to do the maintenance on these carsdepending on milleage ?
How many miles per gallon should i expect depending on driving vs engine.
I'm someone who always at the speed limits
I own a 2004 pontiac vibe as my daily driver and i'm afraid the fuel consomption will be much more.
Thank's for infos

 

I have a 2001 XC70 that has been trouble free except for blowing rear lites.However there are posts that report trouble with the electronic control modules-to the extent that Volvo is now covering these under a much extended warranty.I would suggest buying as late a model as u can get and look at the maintenance history before buying.Our XC gets 22 mpg in town and 27-28 on the road, and requires hi-test gas as well.Parts and service are not cheap,but that is true of any expensive import.BJ

 

Thank's a lot

 

I just talked to my mechanic: 60k mile tune up $895. 101k $995 same for 120k and every one after that.