Which Volvo?

Nov 9th, 2006, 19:44

I am thinking of getting a Volvo in the near future to tow my caravan, what I`d really like to know is which one`s are the best for towing? I`ve heard the V70 is good but I could really do with any advice available. I wont be buying new(funds not at hand) I hope to be spending around £3500. Hope you can help.

Madleee · Nov 9th, 2006, 20:11

This link has towing specs for Volvos

http://www.gocaravanning.com/towcars/volvo.html

Jan 15th, 2007, 14:11

the model not as important,self prefer manual gears not automatic for easier for winter towing less wheels spinning.most say deisel better,yes true for towing but running cost high.
not like the new s40,really ford focus,engine gearbox not strong

cumbrianmale · Jan 20th, 2007, 22:55

Get a 960 3.0 auto!!

Not biased at all

CTCNetwork · Jan 20th, 2007, 23:17

Hi,

Quote:

Originally Posted by shaheed malik

the model not as important,self prefer manual gears not automatic for easier for winter towing less wheels spinning.most say deisel better,yes true for towing but running cost high.
not like the new s40,really ford focus,engine gearbox not strong

I take it you haven't tried the auto box with the "Winter" button/setting turned on.
Or perhaps, you think that maybe, just maybe, I CAN beat that scoobie with a caravan in tow!!!

Des. . .

vanbeck1 · Jan 21st, 2007, 15:23

What can one say?

Provided the power and weight ratios are sufficient for the chosen caravan, they are all good tuggers.

Now as a loyal fan, do I get a sweetie now??

Feb 8th, 2007, 00:00

just got volvo invite to test c30,tow with bmw 116,very good.
wont ask at invite if can hookup the caravan!

Julie Blue · Feb 14th, 2007, 18:53

My parents used/use a 240,940 and v70 to tow a caravan.I think it is down to personal prefrance.He will use the v70 more just for comfort.You may be different x

Tervueren · Feb 15th, 2007, 04:54

He asked for advice on Nov 9th, guess he didn't get a volvo, ah well, his loss.
Here today gone tomorrow tra la la la la

nutco · Feb 19th, 2007, 16:10

940 estate 2.3 lt LPT every time good low down grunt

Nov 9th, 2006, 19:44	#1
Micky.p Guest Location:	Which Volvo? I am thinking of getting a Volvo in the near future to tow my caravan, what I`d really like to know is which one`s are the best for towing? I`ve heard the V70 is good but I could really do with any advice available. I wont be buying new(funds not at hand) I hope to be spending around £3500. Hope you can help.

Nov 9th, 2006, 20:11	#2
Madleee '95 850 T5 GLE 7 Seater Last Online: Feb 28th, 2009 13:16 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Barry View Photos By: Madleee	Volvo info from gocaravanning.com This link has towing specs for Volvos http://www.gocaravanning.com/towcars/volvo.html __________________ I like my cars just like my women, Fast and exciting!

Jan 20th, 2007, 22:55	#4
cumbrianmale Forum Support Team Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 12:22 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep in Makem territory	Get a 960 3.0 auto!! Not biased at all __________________ Current 04 S80 D5 SE Auto 03 S80 D5 SE Man Previous Volvos 90 240 GL B230FB Auto 96 940 CD 13 V40 D2 R-design 89 745 GLE 98 V90 3.0 24v 98 945 Celebration Auto 96 965 SE Auto 86 744 GL 81 244 DL

Feb 19th, 2007, 16:10	#10
nutco Getting on a bit Last Online: Apr 8th, 2024 16:28 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Kidderminster View Photos By: nutco	940 estate 2.3 lt LPT every time good low down grunt __________________ 1998, 940 Celebration, 2.3LPT, 74,000.

Jan 15th, 2007, 14:11	#3
shaheed malik Guest Location:	the model not as important,self prefer manual gears not automatic for easier for winter towing less wheels spinning.most say deisel better,yes true for towing but running cost high. not like the new s40,really ford focus,engine gearbox not strong

Jan 21st, 2007, 15:23	#6
vanbeck1 Junior Member Last Online: Sep 21st, 2007 16:38 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Edinburgh	What can one say? Provided the power and weight ratios are sufficient for the chosen caravan, they are all good tuggers. Now as a loyal fan, do I get a sweetie now??

Feb 8th, 2007, 00:00	#7
shaheed malik Guest Location:	just got volvo invite to test c30,tow with bmw 116,very good. wont ask at invite if can hookup the caravan!

Feb 14th, 2007, 18:53	#8
Julie Blue New Member Last Online: Feb 20th, 2008 15:07 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: oxford	My parents used/use a 240,940 and v70 to tow a caravan.I think it is down to personal prefrance.He will use the v70 more just for comfort.You may be different x

Feb 15th, 2007, 04:54	#9
Tervueren V70R owner & Carp Angler Last Online: Mar 2nd, 2010 19:41 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: crawley down	He asked for advice on Nov 9th, guess he didn't get a volvo, ah well, his loss. Here today gone tomorrow tra la la la la

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