The 1998 Volvo S70 2.5 is a front-wheel-drive sedan, petrol-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an engine displacement of 2.4 litres and an output of 106 kW (144 hp).

The asking price is 16,500 SEK. That is 6,000 SEK (57%) above bilbil.se's estimated market price of 10,500 SEK. The estimate is based on 237 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 14 days is about 30%.

The asking price has been reduced once, by 2,000 SEK from the original 18,500 SEK. A dealer typically sells this model in about 20 days and a private seller in about 14 days. At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 15 days.

The odometer reads 382,280 km, which works out at about 13,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 31/07/2027.

Notable equipment:

  • Tow bar

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Trollhättan.

The car has been for sale for 18 days since 26/10/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
382,280 km
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Fuel
Petrol
Displacement
2,430 cm³
Model year
1998
First registration
09/07/1998
Type approval number
e9*93/81*0002
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Acceleration (0–100)
10.2 s
Body type
Sedan
Colour
Black
Next inspection due
31/07/2027
Country of manufacture
Sweden
Assembly plant
Volvo Cars, Torslanda
bilbil.se ID
355554

Engine and drivetrain

Engine code
B 5252 S
Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
5
Valves per cylinder
2
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Indirect injection
Forced induction
No
Camshaft drive
Timing belt
Fuel grade
Petrol 95
Power
106 kW / 144 hp
Engine speed at peak power
5,400 rpm
Torque
206 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
3,600 rpm
Number of gears
5
Top speed
205 km/h

Consumption and emissions

Fuel consumption
8.8 l/100 km
ECE, city
12.4 l/100 km
ECE, 90 km/h
6.6 l/100 km
ECE, 120 km/h
8.3 l/100 km
ECE, combined
9.1 l/100 km
Fuel tank
70 l
Emission class
Euro 2
Exhaust aftertreatment
Catalytic converter

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,720 × 1,760 × 1,400 mm
Wheelbase
2,664 mm
Boot space
470 l
Boot space to window line, seats folded
1,099 l
Kerb weight
1,470 kg
Gross weight
1,890 kg
Payload
455 kg
Roof load
100 kg
Max towing weight
1,600 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
500 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
4
Front suspension
Coil springs
Rear suspension
Coil springs
Front brakes
Disc brakes
Rear brakes
Disc brakes

The information on this page is compiled by Bilbil from dozens of public and non-public sources from Sweden and elsewhere in Europe. Check the details stated by the seller in the original listing.

Generation
Generation 1 (L)
Produced
1996–2002
Sub-model
Sedan (L)

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Tow bar

Equipment rating

Asking price: 16,500 SEK

Above market price

Market price estimate 10,500 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 237 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volvo S70, 1998) 18,540 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −890 SEK
  • High mileage −7,150 SEK
  • Market price estimate 10,500 SEK

Without a statistically distinct effect in this group: manual transmission, tow bar.

At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 15 days.

16,000 SEK17,000 SEK18,000 SEK19,000 SEK26/10/20261/11/20267/11/202613/11/2026
DatePriceChange
26/10/202618,500 SEK–
07/11/202616,500 SEK−2,000 SEK

Next inspection due by 31/07/2027

About 8 months left. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

Check with Transportstyrelsen

Sale periods

Private seller, Trollhättan, Västra Götaland 18 days for sale
26/10/20261/11/20267/11/202613/11/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
07/11/2026Asking price 18,500 SEK ↓ 16,500 SEK

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SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
3 years
1 year 3 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 560 SEK/mo

The estimate uses a nominal interest rate of 5.80% and an account fee of 60 SEK a month. The actual rate, term and instalment are set in the loan offer.

Remember to check tyre condition with the seller.

Tyre sizes for this model

  • 225/35 R18
  • 205/50 R16
  • 185/65 R15
  • 195/60 R15
  • 215/35 R19
  • 215/40 R18
  • 205/45 R17
  • 225/30 R20

Wheel sizes for this model

15″
16″
17″
18″
19″
20″
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Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volvo S70 2.5 cost?

Volvo S70 2.5 is for sale at 16,500 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is above market price (estimated market price 10,500 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 18 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 26/10/2026.

Has the price been reduced?

Yes. The asking price is 2,000 SEK below the original listing price.

Has this car been on the market before?

No earlier completed sales are on record for this car.

What model year is the car?

The car is model year 1998 and was first registered on 09/07/1998.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 382,280 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 31/07/2027. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

What fuel type and gearbox does the car have?

The fuel type is petrol and the gearbox is manual.

What features does the car have?

Notable features include Tow bar. The full feature list is on this page.

Where is Volvo S70 2.5 located?

The car is located in Västra Götaland (Trollhättan, Västra Götaland).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Trollhättan).

Where can I see this car's price history?

This page shows the changes to the car's asking price, its sale periods and the edits made to the listing.