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Volvo S70/V70/XC70 generations and tyre sizes

S70/V70/XC70

1.Generation

1996 – 2002
Petrol, Diesel93–195 kW (126–265 PS)Automatic / Manual
195/60 R15205/55 R15205/65 R15205/50 R16205/55 R16215/65 R16205/45 R17215/45 R17
S70/V70/XC70

2.Generation

2000 – 2004
Diesel, CNG, Petrol96–220 kW (131–299 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16215/55 R16215/65 R16225/45 R17235/45 R17
S70/V70/XC70

2.Generation (1. Facelift)

2004 – 2008
Diesel, CNG, Petrol93–220 kW (126–299 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/55 R16215/55 R16215/65 R16225/45 R17235/45 R17
S70/V70/XC70

S70/V70/XC70 3. Generation

2007 – 2013
Diesel, Ethanol, Petrol80–224 kW (109–305 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/60 R16215/65 R16225/50 R16225/55 R16225/50 R17235/55 R17235/50 R18245/40 R18
S70/V70/XC70 S70/V70/XC70 3. Generation (1. Facelift)

S70/V70/XC70 3. Generation (1. Facelift)

2013 – 2016
Diesel, Petrol84–224 kW (114–305 PS)Manual / Automatic
215/65 R16225/55 R16225/50 R17235/55 R17235/50 R18

For the Volvo S70/V70/XC70 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10) and Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10). The Volvo S70/V70/XC70 uses 19 tyre sizes across 5 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Volvo S70/V70/XC70 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Volvo S70/V70/XC70

Best tyres for Volvo S70/V70/XC70 by category

Best overall
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
9.4/10

Tyre comparison for Volvo S70/V70/XC70

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.4----Premium63%
2Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.1----Premium131%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.0----Premium178%
4Continental WinterContact TS 8609.0----Premium121%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.0----Premium142%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Volvo S70/V70/XC70?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Volvo S70/V70/XC70 are: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Volvo S70/V70/XC70?
The Volvo S70/V70/XC70 uses the following tyre sizes: 195/60 R15, 205/55 R15, 205/65 R15, 205/50 R16, 205/55 R16, 215/65 R16, 205/45 R17, 215/45 R17, 195/65 R15, 215/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 235/45 R17, 205/60 R16, 225/50 R16, 225/55 R16, 225/50 R17, 235/55 R17, 235/50 R18, 245/40 R18.
How many generations does the Volvo S70/V70/XC70 have?
The Volvo S70/V70/XC70 has 5 generations, from 1996 to 2013.
Are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 good for Volvo S70/V70/XC70?
Yes, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is the top-rated tyre for Volvo S70/V70/XC70 with a rating of 9.4/10. It covers 63% of Volvo S70/V70/XC70 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Volvo S70/V70/XC70?
To choose the right tyres for Volvo S70/V70/XC70: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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