Volvo XC70
Safety remains the most important engineering goal. For 2009, the name changes from Cross Country to the new XC70, more in keeping with the Volvo naming convention for SUV-type vehicles. The 2009 Volvo XC70 offers a lower price than its stable mate, the Volvo XC90. XC70 come with an inline 5 cyl engine. A manual shift gate for the automatic is available. An antiskid system is optional. Every Volvo XC70 comes with traction control, antilock 4 wheel disc brakes, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. At some time, every Volvo owner feels the need to accessorize his or her new Volvo. We have included links to retailers for 2009 Volvo XC70 accessories located on our home page. Optional are dual integrated rear child seats, a rear-facing 3rd-row seat, and Volvo's On Call Plus assistance system. A navigation system is available. In other news for '03, all models get a standard CD/cassette player.
Famous for its ability to negotiate a variety of terrain and road conditions, the 2009 Volvo XC70 is a master at efficient and prudent use of engine power. Volvo's 2.4 liter DOHC light-pressure turbocharged five-cylinder engine turns 197 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 210 pound-feet of torque at 5,000 rpm. A Volvo XC70 five speed automatic transmission with Geartronic manual selection and a winter mode directs power to all four wheels as conditions warrant. Under normal conditions, 95 percent of the engine's power is routed to the front tires. Safety features are where the XC70 shines most brightly. The 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with dual stage front airbags, side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags for front and rear passengers, a whiplash protection system, antilock brakes, and traction control.
Volvo XC70 insurance rates
If you purchase a new 2009 Volvo XC70 you need auto insurance. Auto liability insurance is required in all 50 states. Although each state sets their own limits on how much insurance is needed for 2009 autos, these are only minimum limits and in most cases additional insurance coverage is needed if you don't want to have to pay additional expenses out of pocket in the event of an accident.
It is generally accepted among insurance agents that the state minimum policy limits are not enough. Most insurance professionals would agree for the average driver the best liability limits to have are 100 / 300 / 100. If you are going to buy a 2009 XC70 we recomend
300,000 per accident for bodily injury.
2009 Volvo XC70 safety
When driving your new 2009 Volvo XC70 in snow and you get stuck, straighten the wheels and accelerate slowly. Avoid spinning your tires, because the heat friction caused by spinning tires will melt the snow and creates a thin layer of ice. Use sand under the drive wheels to increase traction if you get a little stuck. Never stand in traffic to push a car that's stuck. Someone else could loose control and seriously cause injury.
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