Late to the party. We have a 2013 C70. It is Not a sports car. It is a comfortable convertible that can be driven 200-300 miles with the top down without getting constantly buffeted, and enjoy the great sound system. Only has 55k miles. Hope to have it another 10 yrs. Thanks for the fair comparison and great video.
Being that it's a hardtop and front wheel drive, the C70 is much more practical as an everyday and year round car. I've driven one and it definitely doesn't feel like 227 HP. The car had plenty of get up and low end torque. If you're driving it like a normal person, with even the occasional spirited drive, it's not underpowered. The build quality is also great, and the safety is unmatched. I will go as far as to say it's the safest convertible out there.
Your right about those seats. My Volvo C70 is so comfortable and it rides like a small Cadillac. I gave my GT to my son and got one of these, Volvo makes a damn good car.
My dad has a 2011 Volvo C70 and its one of my favorite cars to drive. The turbo 5 cylinder has an incredibly unique noise and it feels much faster than 227 hp.
The thing you really didn't emphasize as much as I feel you should've- with a hard-top convertible, when it's closed, you have a normal car. Not a conestoga wagon for battling the elements on the trail to oregon. A quiet, weatherproof, fully "normal" 2 door car, that doesn't look too bad either.
Hardtop vs. soft top? Safety vs. death trap? No comparison. Style, grace, and elegance, hand down, C70. Roll the bmw over, and then the Volvo, and see who is able to walk away. ;-) 'Volvo. for life.' Volvo. for the two of us.
I like the hard-top better. You won't have to worry about coming back to your car after a day of shopping in the mall, only to find your SOFT TOP cut wide open by someone who was trying to get inside to steal your stuff inside the car.
I think the C70 looks hell of a lot better and if I had $47k to spend on a fast car.. the 135 wouldn't be on my radar, bmw's are great cars though. It would be cool to see a lighter C70 in R spec and lightened, 325 hp and AWD would work well with this car
The c70 is (was) a perfect fit for size with the 3-series, and both have hard tops, as well. Aside from any level of luxury or handling, that's the proper comparison. BTW, don't be surprised if there's a Volvo convertible again in another year or two. Volvo hadn't gotten around to redesigning it, but watch for one that follows the s60 lead.
I think the 1 series would be ideal for a summer sat night blast. However every day usage i would choose the Volvo. Either way these guys need a mic sock to stop the wind.
I'm 6ft tall and I fit in the back of the 1 series coupe/convertible pretty well with my equally tall brother in the front seat. Headroom is a little tight, do have to lean forward a little, but my real issue with sitting in the back is the centre console cubby hinge digs into your leg and after like 10 minutes, it becomes pretty unbearable.
I've had both and the 1 series is my choice, still comfortable but much more fun to drive. And I like the 1 series short size over tge more common 3 series, being that it is lighter it has to be quicker and more sporty.
It's funny that I'm facing this dilemma now too - I'm deciding between these two for a tertiary vehicle to compliment a truck and SUV, and I just can't settle on either. Both are for very different markets, despite the convertible top, and although I'm leaning towards the Bimmer, the Volvo seems to nail it with the hard-top. It's gonna be a tough decision.
I've got the C70 5 cylinder diesel (remap) 225Hp. Here in the UK fuel economy is important: 45mpg on long trips, 35mpg around town. It's also cheaper on the second hand market and represents great value. I'd have gone for the more powerful 3 series folding hard top but most of my friends drive BMW so I wanted something different.
How's the C70 going? I'm in you UK too, and will be looking for a convertible soon. The C70 T5 in SE Lux trim is leading so far, also considering a 3-series or A4. I have a BMW E53 X5 4.8iS at the mo, I'd wanted a V8 for a long time. The sound is amazing as I've deleted the rear back boxes, but it's nearing time for something else. I only commute 15 miles/day and had thought about a diesel, but am thinking MPG would be poor as mostly city driving?
@@DanReVanced It's going great! I love it. It's more powerful than most cars in the road but nothing compared to a v8. For me it is a good compromise between purchase price, performance, fuel economy and road tax (the petrol version is £615 I think) It doesn't have the presence of the 3 series but is considerably cheaper and just as reliable and well made.
I recently drove a 335i vert and a 135i vert. I drove both hard and the 135i was the one that brought a smile to my face. Very quick and easy to drive. The 335i "felt" much heavier. If you live where you have access to tight twisty roads where you can let the hammer down a little....the 135i won't disappoint!
The 3 series is bigger and thus heavier so doesn’t handle as sharply as the 1 series convertible, so I’d buy the 135i. Interesting that here in the UK 1Ms are worth way more now than when new
@juliadennehy The 1-series has a rollover protection pretty similar to the previous generation of C70s, which is about the best you can possibly do with a soft-top. If you were actually driving on a serious road course where potential rollover is a problem, you wouldn't be driving a convertible of any kind, and would have a full roll-cage in the car anyway.
E Elder Exactly. I bought a brand new C70 2.4i in 2007 and traded it in for a 325i 3.0 in 2009 because the C70 body is too heavy for the Ford C1 Focus drivetrain making it no fun to drive unfortunately. The BMW can't be compared to the Volvo, it's a different class, really. Only people who actually owned and drove a car for a couple of yrs can really judge a car imo.
people buy the 135 because they want a small car that just rips, yes for cruising there are better cars but for fun and excitement you can't get anything even close for the price that still German. for example you can get a fully loaded bmw 135i in canada for around the same price as the 2.0t audi a5 with a few options. however i would get the car as a hardtop because as a convertable to me it screams chick car
I don't think so buddy. It's a fast and great handling sports coupe. It's not a "girls car" (if that even exists) at all. Also, the M6 and M5 are pigfat as fuck. I would get a 1M or M3 any day of the week over those. But, we aren't talking about extremely expensive cars. We are talking about these two (in this price range) and the 135i whips the Volvo's ass. It's a better car in most ways. It's not just a badge, it's great performance and luxury that comes in most BMW's. The 135i is a great car.
Hey Roman, As an ENTHUSIAST, why would you want to pay more money to get the 335i, when you can get a smaller, faster, more nibler 1 series? PS... 135i coupe is the way to go...
Well that BMW didn't look like it was a true hard top convertible, sure the BMW is probably faster but Volvos are so under tuned from the factory and it is nearly impossible to get the full amount of torque from the Volvo in 1st and 2nd gear unless you get an ecu tune
you guys reviewing these cars are dopes. people who are buying the 135i aren't buying it for the additional space for people sitting in the back seat! they're buying it for all of the reasons you mentioned. what a stupid comparison - a volvo vs. BMW??! there's no comparison!
...is it just me or does it seem strange that the BMW is said to be "ridiculously expensive at nearly $47k" yet the Volvo is supposed to be "extrememly affordable at nearly $47k"? lol
Your kidding, right? The C70 has 227hp and the Polestar tune bumps that up to 250. From Volvo's own site the coupe goes 0-60 in 7.4 sec with the Polestar 7.0 sec. Add the extra weight of the convertible reinforcement and you are probably looking at 7.5 at best. Add a tune to the 135i vert and your in the high 4's. Like I said the Volvo is slow and boring.
BMW a V6?, Really.....are you sure? The last time I checked my wife's 135 it was a straight six... Porsche's a V6 really? I always thought they where opposed.
ok, yeah the 135 is 48k but its FULLY LOADED. EVERY OPTION IMAGINABLE if you get the 335 thats base. w/ leatherette. who the fuck wants fake leather in a bmw?
And the 135 is a total chick's car, want to talk about BMW talk about a real BMW, M5, M6+. 135's are just so people who want to live beyond their means can say "Oh I have a BMW"
the C70 is NOT slow as hell plus the Polestar tune is available from dealer that significantly ups the torque delivery. The BMW 1 series UGLY, and BMW reliability sucks and their safety trails behind Volvo.
Many fake & Layer people have bmw ... usually people with bm ,s don't care anything else but its car letter seats... condition. . . Their bmw is more important than their ownfamlyyy
People have different needs. That's why someone would get a 135i over a 335i. Not everyone is obese in America, then again, Michigan is one of the fattest states so I can see why.
If you think this twin turbo 300hp V6 is a girls car you better check between your legs because you definitely compensating for something you are lacking.
I would feel safer in the BMW. I would be scared of falling asleep in the Volvo. Boring ride. Couldn't feel the road. Slooow as hell and the turning radius sucked. My ex had one, she even prefered driving my MKV GTI. I have since bought the 135i and it is a beast. 0-60 in 4.7 seconds. Very nimble. A true drivers car.
Much faster, much better at cornering, much nicer to look at (opinion of course), much more aftermarket support, a legendary engine, etc. If I needed more space and a hard top, I'd be getting a G37, not this slow ass volvo.
Volvo C70 T5 are really nice Car. I bought one and it's a great compromise between elegance, comfort, safety and Fun.
Nicolas D. F.
sure is :-)
After 4 years are they reliable?
@@marioruiz4337 yep volvo are the best!
volvo, safest vehicle brand in the world and is known to last long
Late to the party. We have a 2013 C70. It is Not a sports car. It is a comfortable convertible that can be driven 200-300 miles with the top down without getting constantly buffeted, and enjoy the great sound system. Only has 55k miles. Hope to have it another 10 yrs. Thanks for the fair comparison and great video.
Being that it's a hardtop and front wheel drive, the C70 is much more practical as an everyday and year round car. I've driven one and it definitely doesn't feel like 227 HP. The car had plenty of get up and low end torque. If you're driving it like a normal person, with even the occasional spirited drive, it's not underpowered. The build quality is also great, and the safety is unmatched. I will go as far as to say it's the safest convertible out there.
I would easily take the volvo, its more desirable and comfortable. plus its safer
The Volvo is just so much more beautiful to look at
Your right about those seats. My Volvo C70 is so comfortable and it rides like a small Cadillac. I gave my GT to my son and got one of these, Volvo makes a damn good car.
Joseph Stoner
very true, love mine
Volvo for the win!
My dad has a 2011 Volvo C70 and its one of my favorite cars to drive. The turbo 5 cylinder has an incredibly unique noise and it feels much faster than 227 hp.
Hey can you tell me of common problems and what it's like to maintain cost wise?
After 10 years i have bought the volvo 2010 (We are in 2020) . I like the video well done
How do you like it?
The thing you really didn't emphasize as much as I feel you should've- with a hard-top convertible, when it's closed, you have a normal car. Not a conestoga wagon for battling the elements on the trail to oregon. A quiet, weatherproof, fully "normal" 2 door car, that doesn't look too bad either.
Hardtop vs. soft top? Safety vs. death trap? No comparison. Style, grace, and elegance, hand down, C70. Roll the bmw over, and then the Volvo, and see who is able to walk away. ;-) 'Volvo. for life.' Volvo. for the two of us.
I like the hard-top better. You won't have to worry about coming back to your car after a day of shopping in the mall, only to find your SOFT TOP cut wide open by someone who was trying to get inside to steal your stuff inside the car.
+Honesty Counts yep, and it looks better
Honesty Counts well that's the same for every soft top
*I'll take the Volvo thanks. As a long haul trucker for 37 years one theme I've noticed in that time is SPEED KILLS!*
How can you compare a c70 with the 1 series?
I think the C70 looks hell of a lot better and if I had $47k to spend on a fast car.. the 135 wouldn't be on my radar, bmw's are great cars though. It would be cool to see a lighter C70 in R spec and lightened, 325 hp and AWD would work well with this car
The c70 is (was) a perfect fit for size with the 3-series, and both have hard tops, as well. Aside from any level of luxury or handling, that's the proper comparison. BTW, don't be surprised if there's a Volvo convertible again in another year or two. Volvo hadn't gotten around to redesigning it, but watch for one that follows the s60 lead.
I think the 1 series would be ideal for a summer sat night blast. However every day usage i would choose the Volvo. Either way these guys need a mic sock to stop the wind.
Ok but let's be real. That BMW convertible would be an ugly-ass car if it didn't have the BMW logo on it.
No cause they all look alike if you call one ugly they all are
There is not a comparison point, the competence of the volvo c70 is the 3 series cabrio
I'm 6ft tall and I fit in the back of the 1 series coupe/convertible pretty well with my equally tall brother in the front seat. Headroom is a little tight, do have to lean forward a little, but my real issue with sitting in the back is the centre console cubby hinge digs into your leg and after like 10 minutes, it becomes pretty unbearable.
wow these videos really have improved since
I've had both and the 1 series is my choice, still comfortable but much more fun to drive. And I like the 1 series short size over tge more common 3 series, being that it is lighter it has to be quicker and more sporty.
It's funny that I'm facing this dilemma now too - I'm deciding between these two for a tertiary vehicle to compliment a truck and SUV, and I just can't settle on either. Both are for very different markets, despite the convertible top, and although I'm leaning towards the Bimmer, the Volvo seems to nail it with the hard-top. It's gonna be a tough decision.
I hope you went with the Volvo... it's an amazing car :)
IS a 2007 Volvo C70 2.4SE any good?
Those Volvo doors are so thick I doubt you will "blow them off" lol...
volvo for life i have a 99 c70
The car in motion cut scenes at times seemed too short and awkward.
I've got the C70 5 cylinder diesel (remap) 225Hp.
Here in the UK fuel economy is important:
45mpg on long trips, 35mpg around town.
It's also cheaper on the second hand market and represents great value.
I'd have gone for the more powerful 3 series folding hard top but most of my friends drive BMW so I wanted something different.
How's the C70 going? I'm in you UK too, and will be looking for a convertible soon. The C70 T5 in SE Lux trim is leading so far, also considering a 3-series or A4. I have a BMW E53 X5 4.8iS at the mo, I'd wanted a V8 for a long time. The sound is amazing as I've deleted the rear back boxes, but it's nearing time for something else. I only commute 15 miles/day and had thought about a diesel, but am thinking MPG would be poor as mostly city driving?
@@DanReVanced
It's going great! I love it.
It's more powerful than most cars in the road but nothing compared to a v8.
For me it is a good compromise between purchase price, performance, fuel economy and road tax (the petrol version is £615 I think) It doesn't have the presence of the 3 series but is considerably cheaper and just as reliable and well made.
Where was the comparison? I hope the host(s) were able to finish their brunch.
where is this filmed ? nice views
TheKoderius 40 seconds into the video it tells you.
I would take the Volvo, it's has more comfort and more safty.
Thats y I love Soft Top Convertibles more, its faster to go down, I love the 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible.
I recently drove a 335i vert and a 135i vert. I drove both hard and the 135i was the one that brought a smile to my face. Very quick and easy to drive. The 335i "felt" much heavier. If you live where you have access to tight twisty roads where you can let the hammer down a little....the 135i won't disappoint!
I can hardly even begin to understand why you would get the Volvo over the BMW. I am a 135i owner, but still.
That little BMW is the best drivers car no question, that is unless you are over 70, then it’s the Volvo for you I’m afraid
The standard audio system is very weak in the Volvo 😢
The 3 series is bigger and thus heavier so doesn’t handle as sharply as the 1 series convertible, so I’d buy the 135i. Interesting that here in the UK 1Ms are worth way more now than when new
Comparing two totally different classes of cars. Maybe that’s the point but frankly these things are not comparable.
Why are they comparing a C70 with a 1 Series? They're not even remotely similar. They should be comparing it with a 3 series.
Completely different machines. And the t5 is no sloth it'll do 155 allday long
Safer, bigger, better to repair, hard top convertible, and too many people have BMW just to say they have a BMW
@juliadennehy The 1-series has a rollover protection pretty similar to the previous generation of C70s, which is about the best you can possibly do with a soft-top. If you were actually driving on a serious road course where potential rollover is a problem, you wouldn't be driving a convertible of any kind, and would have a full roll-cage in the car anyway.
@carlmike79 I think they were referring to the hardtop 335i... *epic faceplam*
Volvo is a Swedish auto company
what kind of sunglasses are those??
id probably take the volvo
I don't know why as both have the same tech and options, but the 1 series fares FAR more reliably than the 3 series
Couldn't care less which roof operation is seconds faster...
lol they said 94thousand gets u both cars how about I just go buy a BMW m4 or even a used lambo for that much or even a vet lol
Of course the bmw is the quickest with the roof, its a lot smaller and weigh much less, plus its a soft top.
It's not imo (and the opinion of many many BMW fans), but you're entitled to your opinion I presume.
almost 20 more for the 335i cabriolet (equiv. 3 series)
It's the Volvo for me because I hate convertibles without hard top a real roof
i would like this review much more if you compared the Vulva to a 3 Series. To me thats the truer comparison.
E Elder Exactly. I bought a brand new C70 2.4i in 2007 and traded it in for a 325i 3.0 in 2009 because the C70 body is too heavy for the Ford C1 Focus drivetrain making it no fun to drive unfortunately. The BMW can't be compared to the Volvo, it's a different class, really. Only people who actually owned and drove a car for a couple of yrs can really judge a car imo.
+MarkVL Too bad BMW quality and reliability is awful compared to Volvo. So you're right..they really are two different classes.
people buy the 135 because they want a small car that just rips, yes for cruising there are better cars but for fun and excitement you can't get anything even close for the price that still German. for example you can get a fully loaded bmw 135i in canada for around the same price as the 2.0t audi a5 with a few options. however i would get the car as a hardtop because as a convertable to me it screams chick car
I don't think so buddy. It's a fast and great handling sports coupe. It's not a "girls car" (if that even exists) at all. Also, the M6 and M5 are pigfat as fuck. I would get a 1M or M3 any day of the week over those. But, we aren't talking about extremely expensive cars. We are talking about these two (in this price range) and the 135i whips the Volvo's ass. It's a better car in most ways. It's not just a badge, it's great performance and luxury that comes in most BMW's. The 135i is a great car.
To be fair the Volvo does have a hardtop
Hey Roman,
As an ENTHUSIAST, why would you want to pay more money to get the 335i, when you can get a smaller, faster, more nibler 1 series?
PS... 135i coupe is the way to go...
Well that BMW didn't look like it was a true hard top convertible, sure the BMW is probably faster but Volvos are so under tuned from the factory and it is nearly impossible to get the full amount of torque from the Volvo in 1st and 2nd gear unless you get an ecu tune
Also a 1st gen C70 T5 would blow the doors off that BMW
Softtop vs hardtop and the BMW wins. Not really a fair test.
volvo c70 just compareable bmw 4 series or 3 series coupe
I own a 2013 Volvo c70 t5 and I love this car I won't change it for that ugly ass BMW !!!!!
Hey nice T-shirt :)
you guys reviewing these cars are dopes. people who are buying the 135i aren't buying it for the additional space for people sitting in the back seat! they're buying it for all of the reasons you mentioned. what a stupid comparison - a volvo vs. BMW??! there's no comparison!
...is it just me or does it seem strange that the BMW is said to be "ridiculously expensive at nearly $47k" yet the Volvo is supposed to be "extrememly affordable at nearly $47k"? lol
Your kidding, right? The C70 has 227hp and the Polestar tune bumps that up to 250. From Volvo's own site the coupe goes 0-60 in 7.4 sec with the Polestar 7.0 sec. Add the extra weight of the convertible reinforcement and you are probably looking at 7.5 at best. Add a tune to the 135i vert and your in the high 4's. Like I said the Volvo is slow and boring.
irrelevant comparison. this should be compared to atleast 3 series hardtop. i own c70
FUCK NO! unfair the BMW went first and it has that ugly rag top so its lighter
BMW Best Turbo 6, really Nissan and others may disagree
BMW a V6?, Really.....are you sure? The last time I checked my wife's 135 it was a straight six... Porsche's a V6 really? I always thought they where opposed.
@deejaykrystof no kidding
It's not a v6 it's a straight 6
Wind noise in the talk :-( .........terrible - think about it the next time!
ok, yeah the 135 is 48k but its FULLY LOADED. EVERY OPTION IMAGINABLE if you get the 335 thats base. w/ leatherette. who the fuck wants fake leather in a bmw?
obviosly since thee bmw is a soft top it will fold down faster
135 easily
And the 135 is a total chick's car, want to talk about BMW talk about a real BMW, M5, M6+. 135's are just so people who want to live beyond their means can say "Oh I have a BMW"
the C70 is NOT slow as hell plus the Polestar tune is available from dealer that significantly ups the torque delivery. The BMW 1 series UGLY, and BMW reliability sucks and their safety trails behind Volvo.
Many fake & Layer people have bmw ... usually people with bm ,s don't care anything else but its car letter seats... condition. . . Their bmw is more important than their ownfamlyyy
Someone say something to this guy, please...
People have different needs. That's why someone would get a 135i over a 335i. Not everyone is obese in America, then again, Michigan is one of the fattest states so I can see why.
Actually it isnt. Try the south and the western states as taking up all the fattest states,
Michigan was top 3 or 4 last year haha, check that too.
All that, and they could not even make a decision and pick a winner. Jeez, what a waste of time
volvo any model poor resale value i am waiting the earlier c70 like '06-'09 price drops
BMW is just the best little convertible, the Volvo is forgettable
volvo volvo volvo love
I was doing okay until I saw the driver wearing flip-flops. You can't seriously "drive" a sports car wearing them. On to the next review...
If you think this twin turbo 300hp V6 is a girls car you better check between your legs because you definitely compensating for something you are lacking.
Ha Ha Ha. 🇬🇧👍.
God bless Denverites, but they will ignore all your videos any buy a Subaru Outback instead.
greathey1234 Totes man or also a volvo xc70
Woow amazing
Ooh!! As soon as the new 2015 Chrysler 200 convertible hits--you need to do this test with Chrysler versus Volvo.
The Volvo is discontinued
Yeah, and supposedly Chrysler isn't doing a 200 convertible for the 2015 redesign... Makes me sad.
Like volvo
safty
Does it!!! I can't see too many straight guys driving that car in a rag top.
Volvo is way better no comparison bmw quality is garbage pains me to say that but the truth hurts .
Look one the bright side, since the women will have the same car as you it will be an ice breaker.
I would feel safer in the BMW. I would be scared of falling asleep in the Volvo. Boring ride. Couldn't feel the road. Slooow as hell and the turning radius sucked. My ex had one, she even prefered driving my MKV GTI. I have since bought the 135i and it is a beast. 0-60 in 4.7 seconds. Very nimble. A true drivers car.
For me it’s the other way round. I like soft rides and I can stay awake with that nice music. I can feel the road very nice.
Volvo
It's a great car don't get me wrong but I'm sorry. It's totally a girls car. Annnnd maybe guys who want to be girls.
Much faster, much better at cornering, much nicer to look at (opinion of course), much more aftermarket support, a legendary engine, etc. If I needed more space and a hard top, I'd be getting a G37, not this slow ass volvo.
Why do people care about speed so much?