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We spent most time in the 185PS diesel. It's not quick, but when on boost it makes an acceptable job of hauling a considerable mass around. Unfortunately, though, it's a little rough-sounding and transmits vibration into the cabin, which takes the edge of what would be exceptional refinement levels. The six-speed auto also lets the side down, sometimes fluffing gearchanges and being a little lacklustre to react to sharp throttle inputs.
The cars we drove were equipped with supremely comfortable seats, high quality plastics. The SE Sport model also has adaptive suspension, giving the driver three options to firm up reactions, and three options for steering weight. Mostly, though, you'll leave the suspension in comfort and steering weighting in the middle. The firmest suspension setting is far too sharp, while 'Sport' reduces wallow but will have passengers grumbling. Make no mistake, though, through the turns there's plenty of grip in all settings and even a degree of balance - but overall the car is no BMW 5-series rival when you hit the B-roads.
Where the Volvo is king is in load carrying, with engineers underlining its ability to carry unglamorous loads like washing machines that rivals can't with their slinkier, sportier lines.
Early indications suggest the V70 will finally come close to rivals on costs, with class-leading RVs potentially making it the best.
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