Volvo S70 0–60 Times
The Volvo S70 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 2 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.
The fastest tested production Volvo S70 is the 1998 Volvo S70 T5 Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.40 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.90 seconds at 96.7 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested production Volvo S70 is the 2000 Volvo S70 GLT Sedan, which took 7.50 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 15.80 seconds at 89.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Across the 2 verified production tests of the Volvo S70, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.95 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.35 seconds at 92.85 mph.
Fastest 0–60 6.40sec 1998 T5 Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 6.95sec Across 2 production runs
Avg ¼ Mile 15.35sec @ 92.9 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 7.50sec 2000 GLT Sedan
Across 2 verified production runs, the Volvo S70 ranges from 6.40 to 7.50 seconds 0–60, with a 6.95-second average.
The Volvo S70 is ranked in these lists
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Volvo S70 0–60 Times by Generation
1 generation| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Generation | 1997–2000 | 6.95s | 6.40s — 1998 T5 Sedan | 2 | The First Generation generation (1997–2000) averaged 6.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1998 T5 Sedan at 6.40 seconds. Output ranged from 190 to 236 hp across 2.3L Turbo I-5, 2.4L Turbo I-5 configurations. |
First Generation 1997–2000
Avg 0–60 6.95s
Fastest 6.40s
Tests 2
1998 T5 Sedan
The First Generation generation (1997–2000) averaged 6.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1998 T5 Sedan at 6.40 seconds. Output ranged from 190 to 236 hp across 2.3L Turbo I-5, 2.4L Turbo I-5 configurations.
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Volvo S70 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
2 production tests · 2 years ▾
2000 Volvo S70
1 production run Avg 0–60 7.50 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.80 sec
Production Tests 1
#02
2000 Volvo S70 GLT Sedan
7.50sec 0–60
15.80s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 7.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo I-5
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- 4A
- Horsepower
- 190 hp
- Torque
- 200 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,290 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 17.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 17 C / 24 H / 23 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 2 production runs
How we verify Volvo S70 performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Volvo S70 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Volvo S70 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Volvo S70 performance FAQs
6 questions The quickest production Volvo S70 on record is the 1998 Volvo S70 T5 Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 6.40 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.90 seconds at 96.7 mph.
The slowest recorded production Volvo S70 is the 2000 Volvo S70 GLT Sedan, which takes 7.50 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 15.80 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across the 2 verified production runs, a Volvo S70 reaches 60 mph in 6.95 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 15.35 seconds at roughly 92.9 mph.
We have verified test data for 2 model years, covering 2 production runs. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and Motor Trend. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Volvo S70 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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