VAUXHALL COMBO CARGO L2 ELECTRIC 2300 100kW Prime 50kWh H1 Van Auto

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

Tinted windows

Solar heat absorbing windscreen

Two speed windscreen wipers with variable intermittent wipe

Magic wash system

Brakes

Traction control

Single foot driving experience

Anti-lock braking

Electronic stability programme

Engine drag torque control

Hill start assist

Corner stability control

Electronic brake force distribution

Emergency brake assist

Chassis/Suspension

Rear torsion beam with gas pressure dampers and variable rate coil springs

Independent MacPherson front suspension with gas pressure dampers and linear-rate coil springs

Anti-roll bar

Doors

Offside and nearside sliding side access doors

Driver Aids

Cruise control with speed limiters

Speed sensitive electric power assisted system

Single-speed electronic drive selector

Driver Convenience

Drive mode selector

Driver Information

Centrally located instrument cluster with service due indicator and trip computer data

Instrumentation Speedometer, rev counter, fuel gauge with low fuel warning light and water temperature gauge warning light

Lights on audible warning

Central facia display with audio information, digital clock, outside temperature with ice warning and additional features about infotainment system

Multi-function trip computer with trip mileage, vehicle range, average speed, average and instantaneous fuel economy

Vauxhall connect

Driving Mirrors

Black door mirrors

Dipping rear view mirror

Engine

Energy recuperation

Entertainment

3.5" colour information display

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Exterior Body Features

Black front and rear bumpers

Black door handles

Side protection moulding

Exterior Lights

Daytime running lights

Manual headlight beam levelling

Hazard warning lights

Rear fog lights

Reversing lights

Heating/Cooling/Ventilation

Air conditioning

Cab heating system with six speed fan, Illuminated controls, four adjustable facia vents, windscreen demist vents and side window demist vents

Interior Features

Fabric upholstery

Open storage compartment below glovebox

Driver's top lidded glovebox

Large open storage pocket behind infotainment screen

Two large and two small open door pockets

Driver and front passenger sun visor and vanity mirror on rear of drivers sunvisor

Two drinks holders in centre console on front compartment

Three spoke flat bottomed design steering wheel with satin chrome effect bezel

Small open storage compartment behind gear lever

12 volt electrical accessory socket centre console

Two facia mounted drinks holders on front compartment

Full width overhead storage shelf with ambient lighting

Mistral grey fabric side bolsters

Reach and rake adjustable steering column

Load Area

Six Fixed floor mounted load restraint lashing eyes

Safety

Front seatbelt force limiters

Height adjustable front seatbelts

Front body lock diagonal seatbelt pretensioner system

Deactivation switch for front passenger airbag and side impact airbag

Energy absorbing steering column, Side impact protection beams, Reinforced passenger safety cell and front and rear deformation zones

Drivers and front passengers lap belt pretensioner system

Security

Central locking activation switch on drivers door

Remote control operates on doors and fuel filler or EV charging flap

Engine deadlock immobiliser

2 folding keys with integral remote control function

Visible Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Electronically protected audio

Remote central locking and deadlocks

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity in kWh: 50

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW: 2.3

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change: 0-100

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins): 1305

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW: 7

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change: 0-100

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins): 450

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW: 11

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change: 0-100

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins): 300

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW: 100

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins): 30

Battery Leased: 0

Battery Type: Lithium-ion

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage: 100000

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years: 8

WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL: 19.5

WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH: 23

Coupler/Connector Type: Type 2

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City: 435

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City - TEH: 330

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City - TEL: 436

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb: 282

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEH: 241

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEL: 282

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change: 0-80

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH: 2.7

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL: 3.2

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City: 270

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City - TEH: 205

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City - TEL: 271

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb: 175

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEH: 150

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEL: 175

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty: 70

Charging Port Location: Left Side Rear

Usable Battery Capacity: 47.7

Maximum Charging Rate - kW: 100

Emissions - ICE

CO2: 0

Standard Euro Emissions: N

Noise Level dB(A): N

CO: N

NOx: N

HC+NOx: N

Particles: N

HC: N

Engine and Drive Train

Bore: N

Stroke: N

CC: 1

Cylinders: N

Cylinder Layout: N

Number of Valves: N

Valve gear: N

Fuel Type: ELECTRIC

Catalytic Convertor: N

Engine Layout: FRONT TRANSVERSE

Compression Ratio: N

Gears: 1 SPEED

Engine Make: N

Fuel Delivery: N

Cooling System: N

Automatic Transmission: No

Manual Transmission: 0

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC: N

EC Urban: N

EC Extra Urban: N

EC Combined: N

General

Insurance Group 1: N

Insurance Group 2: N

Chassis Engine Number: N

Vin/Frame No.: N

Coin Series: N

Coin Description: N

Standard manufacturers warranty - Years: 3

Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage: 60000

Exhaust System: N

Rear Brakes: DRUM

Hand Brake: REAR WHEELS

Battery Volts: N

Battery AH: N

Alternator Amps: N

Front Suspension: MACPHERSON STRUTS

Rear Suspension: MINI BLOCK SPRINGS

Steering: PAS RACK AND PINION

Clutch: N

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

Coin Wheelbase Description Code: N

Coin Wheelbase Name Code: N

Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code: N

Coin Power Output Code: N

Special Edition: 0

Special Order: 0

Based On ID: N

Running Cost League Headings: SMALL

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

Ghost model for valuation purposes: 0

Service Interval Mileage: 25000

Service Interval Frequency - Months: 24

Timing Belt Interval Mileage: N

Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months: N

NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %: N

NCAP Child Occupant Protection %: N

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09: N

NCAP Pedestrian Protection %: N

NCAP Safety Assist %: N

Badge Engine CC: 0.0

Badge Power: 136

Vehicle Homologation Class: N1

Alternative Fuel Qualifying: No

Generation Mark: 5

NCAP Overall Rating - LCV: N

Relative Height: H1

Relative Length: L2

Performance

0 to 62: 11.7

Top Speed: 81

BHP: 136

PS: No

0 to 60: 0

Engine Power KW: 100

Engine Power RPM: 5500

Engine Torque LBS.FT: 192

Engine Torque NM: 260

Engine Torque RPM: 3674

Engine Torque MKG: 26.5

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle: WLTP

RDE Certification Level: N

Tyres

Tyre Size Front: 205/60 R16

Tyre Size Rear: 205/60 R16

Tyre Size Spare: TYRE REPAIR KIT

Wheel Type: 16" STEEL

Wheel Style: N

Tyre Make: N

Alloys?: 0

Space Saver?: 0

Automatic Clutch: No

Vehicle Dimensions

Length: 4753

Width (excluding mirrors): 1848

Wheelbase: 2975

Width (including mirrors): 2107

Height: 1860

Height (including roof rails): N

Load Length: 2167

Load Width: 1527

Load Height: 1243

Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb: 11.8

Front Overhang: 892

Rear Overhang: 886

Side Load Door Width: 675

Side Load Door Height: 1072

Lower Rear Door Width: 1241

Upper Rear Door Width: 1087

Rear Door Height: 1196

Load Deck Height: 610

Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches: 1229

Turning Circle - Wall to Wall: N

Weight and Capacities

Minimum Kerbweight: 1649

Gross Vehicle Weight: 2400

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres): N

Max. Towing Weight - Braked: 750

Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked: 750

Payload: 751

Load Space Volume: 3.9

Boot Capacity Saloons: N

Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up: N

Luggage Capacity (Seats Down): N

Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up: N

Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down: N

Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed: N

Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed: N

No. of Seats: 2

Max. Roof Load: 100

Luggage Capacity (Seats Up): N

Plated Front Axle: 1200

Plated 2nd Axle: 1400

Gross Train Weight: 3150

Bulkhead/Partition

Full height steel bulkhead with window

Doors

Twin glazed rear doors

Driver Aids

Rear parking distance sensors

Rear view camera

Driver Convenience

Front and rear parking distance sensors with blind spot assist

Surround rear vision camera

Electrical

70Ah battery increased capacity alternator and CANbus

Exterior Body Features

Special paint

Two coat Metallic

Packs

Sight and light pack with automatic lighting control - Combo

Flex cargo glazed pack - Combo

Loading pack - Combo

Multimedia nav pro pack - Cargo

Safety pack with high beam assist - Combo

Worksite pack with spare wheel - Combo

Flex cargo pack - e Combo

Driver pack with heated door mirror - Combo cargo

Paint - Metallic

Two coat metallic - Quartz silver

Two coat metallic - Moonstone grey

Two coat metallic - Pearl black

Paint - Solid

Solid - Kaolin white

Paint - Special

Special - Aluminium grey

Special - Vertigo blue

Special - Flame red

Special - Genet yellow

Special - Post yellow

Special - Power blue

Special - Post red

Special - Fire red

Special - Pine green

Special - Aden red

Special - Ardent red

Special - Imperial blue

Safety

Driver and front passenger airbags, side impact airbags and curtain airbags

Front passenger airbags

Security

Locking wheel bolts for alloy wheels

Remote control ultrasonic security alarm system

Trim - Cloth

Fabric - Mistral/Lama grey

Vehicle Charging

11kW three phase on board charger

Wheels - Alloys

16" 7 spoke alloy wheels

Wheels - Spare

16" steel spare wheels