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Volvo Unveils All-New 2006 C70 - A Car That Offers The Best Of Both Worlds
Volvo Car Corporation unveiled the all-new 2006 Volvo C70 to the world's
automotive press at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show. Offering the best of both
worlds, the all-new Volvo C70 is a modern convertible with classic proportions,
four comfortable seats and a three-piece retractable hardtop.
The all-new Volvo C70 can be transformed seamlessly from a coupe into a
convertible; the retractable hardtop folding away quickly and smoothly into the
trunk. Apart from the flexibility offered by the retractable hardtop it also
makes for a quieter, more comfortable coupe. The large rear window glass offers
outstanding outward visibility and improves body rigidity.
An important part of the side impact and rollover protection is the inflatable
curtain, IC. In the all-new Volvo C70 it has been given a unique design. The
curtain has an extra stiff construction with double rows of slats that are
slightly offset from each other. This allows them to remain upright and offer
effective head protection even with the window open. The curtain also deflates
slowly to provide protection should the car roll over. This is a unique solution
in the automotive world.
The all-new Volvo C70 is designed to accommodate four adults. The two rear seats
have comfortably angled backrests and generous width across the supportive
cushions. Like all Volvo cars, the front seats are ergonomically shaped. With a
push of a button on the backrest, the front seats move quickly forward to
facilitate entry to the rear seat. The (standard on driver's side optional for
passenger seat) electrically operated seats move forward twice as quickly as the
previous C70.
In the U.S. the all-new C70 comes standard with the turbocharged T5 engine. The
2.5-liter light-pressure turbocharged powerplant produces 218 horsepower at
5,000 rpm and 236 lb.-ft. of torque from 1,500 to 4,800 rpm. The flat torque
curve puts the power to the front wheels evenly and makes the car highly
responsive.
Volvo has been building cars with Safety in mind for over 75 years. The 2006
Volvo Cars model line-up includes: the award-winning new S40 and its wagon
counterpart the all-new V50; the award-winning XC90; the sporty S60 sedan –
including the award-winning performance sedan – S60 R and the performance wagon
version – V70 R; the flagship S80 luxury sedan; versatile V70 wagon and rugged
XC70 (Cross Country); and, the all-new C70 convertible.
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