2006 Volvo V70 2.5T

Need a versatile car that can carry the whole family (and all of the stuff that goes with them), yet is still kind of fun to drive? Go for the 2006 Volvo V70 2.5T, a turbo-powered European pleaser that will make those long drives to the ski cabin seem like nothing.

The 2.5T refers to the 2.5-liter, 5-cylinder, double-overhead cam engine, which is turbo-charged with intercooler. Fuel economy is acceptable for a car of this substance: look for 21 city and 29 highway. The only available transmission is a 5-speed automatic.

Safety features found on every V70 2.5T include anti-lock brakes, traction and stability control, fog lamps, daytime running lights, a collapsible steering column, padded head restraints, an energy-absorbing interior, and driver and passenger airbags (including side-curtain). The front and rear seats are contoured to keep the occupant from sliding out from under their seatbelt in a collision.

Comfort and convenience features standard with this trim are ergonomically-designed seats with lumbar support (seat-heaters and leather are available as options),  power mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls for audio and cruise, dual-zone climate control, and a trip computer.