The 2013 Volvo C70, the latest model year on record, is 180.3″ long, 71.7″ wide and 55.5″ tall on a 103.9″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,858 lb. At 15 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Volvo C70 generation, measured
The biggest change in weight came in 2003: 322 lb heavier than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–2002 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 55.5″ | 104.7″ | 3,126 lb |
| 2003–2013 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 56.3″ | 104.7″ | 3,448 lb |
C70 year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2012 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2011 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2010 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2009 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2008 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2007 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2006 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2004 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 1 | |
| 2003 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 1 | |
| 2002 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 2 | |
| 2001 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 2 | |
| 2000 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 2 | |
| 1999 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 2 | |
| 1998 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 2 | |
| 1997 | 185.8″ | 71.7″ | 104.7″ | 1 |
C70 on the used market
In 158 C70 listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2003–2013 car is the most common: 140 of them (89%), at an average asking price of $6,880. ForCar visitors have decoded 21 C70 VINs; the most checked model years are 2010, 2009 and 2013.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2013 | 140 | 89% | $6,880 | 110,785 mi |
| 1997–2002 | 18 | 11% | $5,339 | 114,309 mi |
Will a C70 fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,037 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 71.7″ | 71.7″ | same |
| Wheelbase | 103.9″ | 105.9″ | −2.0″ |
| Curb weight | 3,858 lb | 3,466 lb | +392 lb |
C70 against its rivals
Next to the Mitsubishi Eclipse and Mazda RX-8, the C70 is the longest and the heaviest of the three.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo C70 (this car) | 2013 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 3,858 lb |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 3,490 lb |
| Mazda RX-8 | 2011 | 174.4″ | 69.7″ | 3,109 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 C70 bigger than the 2012?
No. The 2013 and 2012 C70 are the same size, within half an inch and 31 lb of each other.
Which is bigger, the C70 or the Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is about the same length as the 2013 C70, and 368 lb lighter.
How much does a used C70 cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $5,339 for the 1997–2002 car to $6,880 for the 2003–2013 one, across 158 listings.
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