PEUGEOT e-BOXER 440 L4 205kW 110kWh H2 Van Professional Auto [22kW]

BY ANDY ENRIGHT

Introduction

The Volvo XC70 has quietly become one of the staples of the Swedish manufacturer's range. In many ways, it's become the inheritor of the classic Volvo estate mantle, despite being saddled with some dubious lifestyle marketing. If you want a sold Volvo estate that will do the business whatever the weather, then the second generation XC70 model we look at here is the default choice. Here's what to look for when tracking one down used.

Models

Models Covered: 5dr 4x4 estate (2.0, 2.4 diesel, 3.2 petrol [S, ES, SE, SE Sport, SE Lux])

History

The genes of the XC70 can be traced back through the V70 Cross Country right back to the V70 XC, originally launched in April 1999. Although many credit Audi with introducing the concept of the premium 4x4 lifestyle estate, history shows that Volvo beat its German rival to the punch by a year. The Swedes certainly made that experience count with the 2007 car. It was initially launched with a choice of either a very thirsty 3.2-litre T6 238PS petrol engine or the more popular 185PS D5 diesel powerplant, displacing 2.4 litres. Trim levels ran SE, SE Sport and SE Lux with prices opening at £31,035. It didn't take long for Volvo to start tinkering with the product though. In May 2008, the XC70 got a number of equipment upgrades, with the SE Lux specification getting Active Bending Lights, heated washer nozzles, Load Compensating Suspension and chronograph instrument dials. In February 2009, the engine range got a tweak with the D5 powerplant getting a boost to 205PS whilst at the same time its CO2 emissions were cut from 199 to 185g/km. A 2.4D front-wheel drive model was also introduced under its green DRIVe banner, boasting CO2 figures of 159g/km. Early 2009 also saw Volvo tinker with the styling a little, with a new front grille displaying the large iron mark and new steering wheel chrome highlights and chrome trim around the ignition area. Cars with the D5 and T6 engines also got visible twin rear exhaust pipes as standard. Fast forward to May 2011 and Volvo introduced a new naming strategy for its cars and a new engine for the XC70. All engines were now badged depending on the power output. There were three engines in the new five-cylinder two-litre diesel family; a 150PS D2 (badged 'DRIVe'), a 163 PS D3 and a 177PS D4. The XC70 only got one of these; the D3 in front-wheel drive configuration, sold alongside the all-wheel drive 205PS D5 and 304PS petrol T6. The D5 was next to get worked on, Volvo dropping CO2 to as little as 149g/km.

What You Get

The styling is probably the ace in the XC70's hole. Where the Audi A6 allroad became more restrained, the XC70 opts for a beefier, more macho look and it suits it very well. As well as the scratchproof protective cladding along the car's flanks and arches, there are chunkier front bumpers, blacked out side pillars and C30-inspired tail lights. The windscreen and tailgate are raked but the emphasis remains on serious carrying capacity. It's still extremely space-efficient with a class-competitive 485-litres of fresh air back there and a massive 1,641-litres can be liberated if you fold the rear seats down and stack your cargo to the roofline. You'll also find luggage nets and hooks to help secure any items with wayward tendencies. The car's designers cleverly decreased the amount the side glass curves from front to rear, for maximum style at the driving end and maximum carrying ability at the business end. XC-embossed roof rails are a standard fit and the contrasting colour of the front foglight surrounds give the XC70 a mean squint. Front and rear crash plates leave onlookers in no doubt as to this car's dual purpose role. This being Volvo, every V70 comes with a comprehensive array of safety equipment including the excellent WHIPS whiplash protection system and traction control. There's obviously ABS along with numerous airbags as well.

What You Pay

Please contact us for an exact up-to-date valuation.

What to Look For

Make sure the car is in very good condition. There's no reason why it shouldn't be, as it will be within warranty, but you may find a few scuffs or scratches on some of the interior plastics. Few XC70 owners will have subjected their car to any tough off-road antics but it's worth a check to see that the underbody hasn't been damaged by clumsy green laning. The diesel engines mop up miles very well although check the clutch on manual cars as the pedal is easy to ride. Otherwise insist on a full service record and contact a few franchised dealers to try to find the best bargain available.

Replacement Parts

(approx based on a 2009 XC70 D5) Parts prices are affordable and availability tends to be good. A clutch assembly will be around £250 and an air filter should be close to £18. Brake pads are around £90 a front set, with a water pump relieving you of nearly £170.

On the Road

When this second generation XC70 was launched in 2007, the chassis was comprehensively redesigned, ironing out the old car's vagueness and introducing an element of fun to proceedings. That said, the XC70 is never going to be a poster child of the evo generation, instead campaigning on the basis of all-weather ability and unimpeachable safety. The two launch engines were the Welsh-built 3.2-litre straight-six that punched a healthy 238PS with a maximum torque of 320Nm and the 185PS 2.4-litre D5 turbo diesel with 400Nm of torque. The D5 drives through either a six-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed Geartronic auto with a sequential 'manual' mode, while the 3.2-litre car is offered solely with Geartronic. Later D2, D3 and D4 diesel models will be much cheaper to run though. Extensive use of high tensile steels improved chassis rigidity in this MK2 design by 15 per cent, allowing the suspension to do its job better. Volvo's DSTC stability and traction control system was fitted as standard and buyers had the option of Four-C electronically-controlled dampers. Hill Descent Control and an electronically-controlled hydraulic clutch, which distributes drive to whichever wheels can best handle it, will help you out of a tight spot. Ground clearance, approach, departure and breakover angles were all improved in MK2 model guise and the wading depth of 300mm should see you through the worst of the winter's storms. There's even an intelligent power parking brake that automatically disengages when the accelerator is pressed.

Overall

The second generation Volvo XC70 remains a class act. Tough, reliable, stylish (in its own way) and effortlessly practical, it's exactly what you need to fulfil all of the sensible requirements in life, freeing you up to indulge in something a bit racier on the side. The later 2.0-litre D3 diesels are a smart pick, but even early D5s have a lot going for them. The petrol models might seem so rare as to almost not be worth bothering with, but their thirst has meant that depreciation has taken a big toll and value can be had if you look hard enough and don't cover too many miles.

Body Glass

Electric front windows

Front windows tinted to 30 percentage opacity

Laminated acoustic windscreen

Brakes

Advanced emergency braking system (AEBS)

Anti-lock brake system and Emergency Brake Assist

Electric parking brake

Electronic brake force distribution

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Hill start assist

Chassis/Suspension

Double leaf rear suspension

Driver Aids

Driver attention alert level-4 with driver monitoring camera

E-coasting mode - free wheeling + low, medium, high deceleration

Eco, normal, power driving mode

Electric power steering

Intelligent Speed Assist

Lane keep assist

Single speed drive selector

Traffic sign recognition

Driver Convenience

Rear parking sensors

Driver Information

Global telematics box module

Moving off information system and blind spot information system

Multi-function on-board trip computer

Peugeot connect with RCE and programmable heating and delayed charging

Driving Mirrors

Black door mirrors

Electric folding door mirrors

Twin lens door mirrors with electrically adjustable and heated upper mirror

Entertainment

USB socket

Exterior Body Features

Aerodynamic kit - Central spoiler, air guides, active grille shutter

Black door handles

Black front bumper

Black rear bumper

Black side rubbing strips

Visible VIN at base of windscreen

Exterior Lights

Halogen headlamps with integrated daytime running lights

High level third brake light

Heating/Cooling/Ventilation

Automatic air conditioning

Interior Features

12V socket in cabin

Cabin roof trim

Closed upper and open lower glove boxes

Dashboard storage areas

Front door pockets with 1.5L bottle holder

Hard plastic floor protection in cabin

Mistral black dashboard

Reach adjustable steering wheel

Two cup holders and mobile phone storage in centre or lower dashboard

Interior Lights

Overhead console with ceiling lamps

Load Area

Cargo lashing hooks

Luggage tie down hooks in cargo area x10

Packs

Interior upgrade pack - Boxer

Safety

Acoustic vehicle alerting system

Automatic activation of hazard warning lights on major deceleration

Driver and front passenger airbag

Height adjustable 3 point pre-tensioner seat belts with force limiter (centre belt on dual passenger seat non-height adjust, no pre-tensioner)

Tyre pressure monitoring system

Seats

6 way driver seat with height, rake, reach, lumbar adjustment and armrest

Fabric headrest

Front seats with height adjustable head restraints

Security

Automatic door unlocking in event of AEBS activation

Dashboard mounted central locking push button and auto locking above 12 mph

Mechanical key x1

Perimetric and volumetric, Thatcham category 1 approved alarm

Remote control central locking and deadlocking

Remote control key x2

Remote control ultrasonic security alarm system

Remote plip key x1

Thatcham approved rolling code transponder immobiliser

Vehicle Charging

22kW AC on board charger

Mode 3 charging cable 6 metres for use with wallbox

Wheels

16" steel wheels

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty: 70

Battery Capacity in kWh: 110

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins): 1000

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change: 0-100

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW: 7.4

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins): 365

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change: 0-100

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW: 22

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins): 115

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change: 5-80

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW: 50

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins): 55

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change: 5-80

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW: 150

Battery Leased: 0

Battery Type: Lithium-ion

Charging Port Location: Left Side Front

Coupler/Connector Type: CCS Type 2

Maximum Charging Rate - kW: 150

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage: 100000

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years: 8

Usable Battery Capacity: 97.8

WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - City: 22.2

WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb: 26.3

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - City: 2.2

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - City: 2.8

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb: 2.6

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City: 501

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb: 422

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City: 311

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb: 262

Emissions - ICE

CO: N

CO2: 0

HC: N

HC+NOx: N

Noise Level dB(A): N

NOx: N

Particles: N

Standard Emissions: N

Engine and Drive Train

Automatic Transmission: No

Bore: N

Catalytic Convertor: N

CC: 1

Compression Ratio: N

Cooling System: N

Cylinder Layout: N

Cylinders: N

Engine Codes: N

Engine Layout: N

Engine Make: N

Fuel Delivery: N

Fuel Type: ELECTRIC

Gears: 1 SPEED

Manual Transmission: 0

Number of Valves: N

Stroke: N

Valve gear: N

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC: N

EC Combined: N

EC Extra Urban: N

EC Urban: N

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying: No

Badge Engine CC: 0.0

Badge Power: 279

Based On ID: N

Battery AH: N

Battery Volts: N

Chassis Engine Number: N

Clutch: N

Coin Description: N

Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code: N

Coin Power Output Code: N

Coin Series: N

Coin Wheelbase Description Code: N

Coin Wheelbase Name Code: N

Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern?: 0

Exhaust System: N

Front Brakes: VENTILATED DISCS

Front Suspension: MACPHERSON STRUTS

Generation Mark: 3

Ghost model for valuation purposes: 0

NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %: N

NCAP Child Occupant Protection %: N

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09: N

NCAP Overall Rating - LCV: 5 Star

NCAP Pedestrian Protection %: N

NCAP Safety Assist %: N

Rear Brakes: DISCS

Rear Suspension: LEAF SPRINGS

Relative Height: H2

Relative Length: L4

Running Cost League Headings: LARGE

Service Interval Frequency - Months: 12

Service Interval Mileage: 16000

Special Edition: 0

Special Order: 0

Steering: PAS RACK AND PINION

This vehicle is classed as a car for VED purposes: 0

Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months: N

Timing Belt Interval Mileage: N

VAT qualifying vehicle - Seek advice from HMRC: 0

Vehicle Homologation Class: N2

Vin/Frame No.: N

Performance

0 to 60: N

0 to 62: N

BHP: 279

Engine Power KW: 205

Engine Torque LBS.FT: 302

Engine Torque MKG: 41.8

Engine Torque NM: 410

PS: No

Top Speed: 56

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle: WLTP

RDE Certification Level: N

Tyres

Alloys?: 0

Automatic Clutch: No

Plated 3rd Axle: N

Plated 4th Axle: N

Space Saver?: 0

Tyre Make: N

Tyre Size Front: 225/75 R16

Tyre Size Rear: 225/75 R16

Tyre Size Spare: TYRE REPAIR KIT

Wheel Style: N

Wheel Type: 16" STEEL

Vehicle Dimensions

Front Overhang: 948

Height: 2612

Length: 6363

Load Deck Height: 535

Load Height: 1932

Load Length: 4070

Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches: 1422

Load Width: 1870

Lower Rear Door Width: 1562

Rear Door Height: 1790

Rear Overhang: 1380

Side Load Door Height: 1755

Side Load Door Width: 1250

Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb: 14.28

Wheelbase: 4035

Width (excluding mirrors): 2050

Width (including mirrors): 2690

Weight and Capacities

Boot Capacity Saloons: N

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres): N

Gross Train Weight: 5500

Gross Vehicle Weight: 4250

Load Space Volume: 15

Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed: N

Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up: N

Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down: N

Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed: N

Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up: N

Luggage Capacity (Seats Down): N

Luggage Capacity (Seats Up): N

Max. Towing Weight - Braked: 2400

Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked: 750

Minimum Kerbweight: 2815

No. of Seats: 3

Payload: 1435

Plated 2nd Axle: 2400

Plated Front Axle: 2100

Bulkhead/Partition

Glazed bulkhead

Remove bulkhead

Doors

270 Degree opening rear doors

2nd sliding side door (glazed)

2nd sliding side door (unglazed)

Glazed sliding side door

Twin glazed rear doors windows fixed and heated

Driver Aids

Rearview camera with dynamic gridlines

Driver Convenience

360 degree parking sensors,fog lights with cornering function, rearview camera with dynamic gridlines and 7" colour touchscreen

Driver Information

Smart tachograph - Digital tachograph and overhead storage space

Smart tachograph and speed limiter exclusion

Driving Mirrors

Digital central rear view mirror

Digital central rear view mirror including rear view camera with dynamic gridlines

Electric folding door mirrors

Electrical

Exclusion speed limiter

Entertainment

DAB radio antenna integrated in right external mirror

Exterior Body Features

Metallic paint

Special solid paint

Wheel arch mouldings

Exterior Lights

Full LED headlights

Packs

Cargo pack - Boxer

Easy driving pack - Boxer

Interior upgrade pack - Boxer

L2 Autonomous driving pack with adaptive cruise control - Boxer

Techno pack - Boxer

Worksite pack with spare wheel - Boxer

Paint - Metallic

Metallic - Cumulus grey

Metallic - Graphite grey

Metallic - Iron grey

Paint - Solid

Solid - Ice white

Paint - Special

Special solid - Expedition grey

Special solid - Thunder grey

Safety

Front side airbag and window airbag with single front passenger seat including armrest and adjustale lumbar support

Seats

Single front passenger seat

Security

Additional plip key with remote control

Trim - Cloth

Cloth - Crepe black with single stich

Interior upgrade pack - Cloth - Crepe black with backrest graphics and double silver stich

Interior upgrade pack - Mid level fabric - Crepe black with double silver side stich and fabric headrest

Wheels

All season mud and snow tyres

Full wheel hub caps

Wheels - Spare

Spare wheel