Volvo brings back the XC70 name, but this time it doesn’t return as a large wagon — it comes back as an SUV instead. The new XC70 is currently under development with a focus on the Chinese market, though Volvo has hinted that it may eventually be offered in other markets as well.
Details about the powertrain remain limited for now, but Volvo says the XC70 will be able to drive up to 200 kilometers on electric power alone under the CLTC testing cycle. The new model will be built on Volvo’s Scalable Modular Architecture (SMA), which supports fast charging capabilities. Volvo also notes that the new XC70 continues the legacy of being a versatile family vehicle “ready for all kinds of adventures,” even though it now adopts an SUV body instead of the traditional wagon. It’s slightly larger and roomier than the XC60 and features design elements inspired by other Volvo models, including the fully electric EX90 and the conventionally powered XC90.
As for the design, the front end is highlighted by Volvo’s signature Thor’s hammer LED headlights and a large blacked-out grille with active shutters. The XC70 has a slightly sleeker profile than the XC90, with a more steeply raked rear window and C-shaped taillights integrated into the rear glass.
