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Volvo introduces upgrades for V70, XC70 and S80

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by TheGunner - Apr 13, 2011

Volvo has just introduced a series of running changes to the V70, XC70 and S80 in a bid to keep those aging models competitive and up-to-date. Already packed to the brim with safety equipment as they are, Volvo’s latest rounds of tweaking adds Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake, City Safety, and a revised Adaptive Cruise Control programme that is able to bring the vehicle to a standstill in jams and start moving again when traffic clears.

L-R: Volvo S80, Volvo V70, and Volvo XC70

In car entertainment has also been upgraded with the integration of Volvo’s Sensus infotainment system. Customers have the option of a 5″ or 7″ LCD monitor, and the system allows driver to programme settings for the various safety gear that Volvo has packed into the car. Further options available with the system include sat nav, DVD player, Bluetooth, and rear-seat entertainment. Audio system options have all be tailor-made for the cars by Volvo Cars’ in-house experts to deliver what Volvo claims would be a ‘world-class audio experience’.

Outside, the cars now sport redesigned headlamps with Xenons offered as options. The V70 and S80 now get side-mirror mounted LED signal lamps. New options for rims, interior colours and exterior colours have also been added to the catalogue.

Engine and drivetrain options remain largely the same, but the five-pot diesel engines offered with the D3 and D5 models have received notable upgrades. The 2.0-litre D3 version had its turbocharger re-tuned, so even though its output remains unchanged at 163hp and 440Nm, power delivery has been improved. Meanwhile, the 2.4-litre D5 models will receive a power hike, going from 205hp / 420Nm to 215hp / 440Nm.

“When comparing modern diesel engines, torque is of far greater interest than the number of horsepower. It is the available torque that gives the diesel the sort of acceleration and potent driveability that many petrol engines can barely match,” explains Derek Crabb, Vice President, Powertrain Engineering at Volvo Cars.

All models are offered with the option of two 6-speed transmissions – manual and auto. All manual versions get start/stop as standard, although auto versions of the S80 and V70 D3 will receive the feature in Autumn 2011.