2002 Volvo C70

US · Subcompact Cars

The 2002 Volvo C70 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.3L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 5-cylinder turbocharged
Transmission: Varies by configuration: 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.3L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 5-cylinder turbocharged

Combined Economy

20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.3L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 5-cylinder turbocharged
Displacement	2.3 L to 2.4 L
Cylinders	5
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	5
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway	24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.

06V441000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
Reported November 15, 2006. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 9, 2026

Data verified: November 9, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

2001 Volvo C70
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 5-cylinder turbocharged · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
2003 Volvo C70
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 5-cylinder turbocharged · FWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2002 Volvo C70 have?

Varies by configuration: 2.3L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 5-cylinder turbocharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2002 Volvo C70?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2002 Volvo C70 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2002 Volvo C70?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.