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2006 Volvo New C70 Convertible

The 2006 Volvo New C70 Convertible is a convertible. It has a 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine producing 236 hp (176 kW), with a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.5 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).

2006 Volvo New C70 Convertible
2006
Year
2,500 cc
Engine
236 hp
Power
Manual 6-spd
Trans.
Petrol
Fuel

ABOUT THE 2006 VOLVO NEW C70 CONVERTIBLE

Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed October 30, 2026.

SPECS

Make Volvo Model New C70 Convertible
Year 2006 Version / Trim Volvo 2006 New C70 Convertible
Body Style Convertible Doors 2
Seats 2 Ext. Colour Ice White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Silver Metallic, Titanium Grey Metallic, Magic Blue Metallic, Barents Blue Metallic, Passion Red, Electric Silver Metallic
Steering LHD / RHD Manufactured In Sweden
Drive Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Transmission Manual 6-spd
Engine 2.5L 5-cyl Turbo Engine Size 2,500 cc
Power 236 hp / 176 kW Torque 320 Nm / 236 lb-ft
0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) 7.5 sec Top Speed 130 mph (209 km/h)
Fuel Economy 18 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy
Wheelbase 2,758 mm Kerb Weight 1,560 kg (3,439 lb)

HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2006 CONVERTIBLES

Compared with other 2006 convertibles in our database, its 236 hp is 13% less than the average 2006 convertible (272 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.8 seconds slower than average.

2006 Volvo New C70 ConvertibleAverage 2006 convertiblesDifference
Power 236 hp 272 hp (11 cars) -13%
Torque 320 Nm 339 Nm (11 cars) -6%
0–60 mph 7.5 s 6.7 s (11 cars) +12%
Top speed 130 mph 135 mph (11 cars) -4%
Kerb weight 1,560 kg 1,547 kg (13 cars) +1%
Engine size 2,500 cc 3,208 cc (13 cars) -22%

Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.

CLOSEST RIVALS

Other 2006 convertibles with similar power to the 2006 Volvo New C70 Convertible.

CarPower0–60 mphKerb weight
2006 Volvo New C70 Convertible 236 hp 7.5 s 1,560 kg
2006 BMW 330ci Convertible 225 hp 6.2 s 1,470 kg
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FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start