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TO THE POINT What's New? Volvo redesigns its C70 image car, basing it on the S40/V50 entry-level models rather than the mid-grade S60 and giving it a power retractable hardtop in place of separate coupe and convertible versions.
Selling Points: Weatherproof hardtop and sunny day convertible top; comfortable seats; kick-ass Dynaudio sound system; huge trunk with the top raised
Deal Breakers: Small, inaccessible trunk with top lowered; with tall people in front there's virtually no room in back; average powertrain and handling; fussy center panel ergonomics

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When it comes to control layout, the Volvo C70 represents a mixed bag. The power window and mirror controls are located a bit too far back on the door panel for easy use, but one big plus is the button that lowers or raises all four windows. The trip computer is easy to use with a stalk-mounted reset button and a spin dial to scroll through features, and the headlights are auto-off which means they can be left on all the time or shut off as desired – nice to have the choice. Cruise and audio controls, however, are tough to understand, but trial and error results in ease of use. Also, the seat memory buttons are in strange location along the top of the seat base.


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