Petrol
2012 Volvo C70 FWD
The 2012 Volvo C70 FWD is a sedan. It has a 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine producing 236 hp (176 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.5 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2012 VOLVO C70 FWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 11, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Volvo | Model | C70 FWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | Volvo 2012 C70 FWD |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Ice White, Crystal White Pearl, Black Sapphire Metallic, Electric Silver Metallic, Savile Grey Metallic, Seashell Metallic, Caspian Blue Metallic, Flamenco Red Metallic, Passion Red |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Sweden |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S5) |
| 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 / 28 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,758 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,560 kg (3,439 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 SEDANS
Compared with other 2012 sedans in our database, its 236 hp is 14% less than the average 2012 sedan (276 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.5 seconds slower than average.
| 2012 Volvo C70 FWD | Average 2012 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 236 hp | 276 hp (119 cars) | -14% |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 355 Nm (119 cars) | -10% |
| 0–60 mph | 7.5 s | 7.0 s (121 cars) | +8% |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 137 mph (121 cars) | -5% |
| Kerb weight | 1,560 kg | 1,623 kg (138 cars) | -4% |
| Engine size | 2,500 cc | 3,193 cc (135 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 2012 sedans with similar power to the 2012 Volvo C70 FWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Volvo C70 FWD | 236 hp | 7.5 s | 1,560 kg |
| 2012 BMW 328i | 240 hp | 5.8 s | 1,565 kg |
| 2012 Audi A6 | 252 hp | 6.0 s | 1,705 kg |
| 2012 Subaru Legacy AWD | 256 hp | 7.6 s | 1,465 kg |
| 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 210 hp | 7.5 s | 1,525 kg |
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
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start