Volvo XC70 Drivetrain & Drive Type
The 2016 Volvo XC70 is available in All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain configurations.
Latest model year (2016):
The Volvo XC70 is offered in All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive configurations, depending on trim.
Volvo XC70 Drivetrain — All Years
| Year | Trim | Drive | Transmission | Engine | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 5 cyl, 2.5 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 5 2.5L | 21 |
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 4 2.0L | 26 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 6 3.0L | 20 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 6 3.2L | 21 |
| 2015 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 4 2.0L | 27 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Volvo XC70 Drivetrain FAQ
Is the Volvo XC70 front-wheel, rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive?
The Volvo XC70 is available in All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive. Drivetrain availability changes by model year and trim — the table above shows every combination.
Does the Volvo XC70 come with AWD or 4WD?
Yes — all-wheel or four-wheel drive is available on the Volvo XC70. See the table above for the specific years and trims.