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User Ranking Drivers and owners ranked these cars in 9 categories.

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2013 Volvo C70
T5
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2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
MSRP
$46,900
Invoice
$44,115
Average Price Paid
$46,010
40 listings nationwide

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T5
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2013 Volvo C70
T5
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$15,741
27 listings nationwide
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2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$51,277
13 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2013 Volvo C70
T5
Patricia Mayo Preview:

On the heels of a 2011 refresh, the remarkably practical 2012 Volvo C70 hard-top convertible you know and love carries over into 2013 with newly standard headlight washers and rain-sen...

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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2013 Volvo C70
T5
Guru94P22C writes:
Good performance plus secure
Family Car Ranked 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited Coupe RWD worse.
"Rear seats"
Value Ranked 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited Coupe RWD better.
"Limited availability"
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Kathyann15 writes:
Small backseat with limited leg room. No trunk space when the top was down.
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Tlbt10 writes:
Fine auto. Not up to date nav.
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2023 BMW 3 Series
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Specs

2013 Volvo C70
T5
2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
Powertrain 5-Speed Automatic 8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
AWD
Fuel Economy, City
19 MPG
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Fuel Economy, Highway
28 MPG
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Fuel Tank Volume 15.9 gal 10.6 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Hybrid
Power
227 hp @ 5,000 RPM
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Torque
236 lb-ft @ 1,500 RPM
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Cylinders
5 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
9:1
10.2:1
Displacement
2,500 cc
2,000 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.27 in x 3.67 in
3.23 in x 3.72 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Optional Standard
Driver Airbag Optional Standard
Passenger Airbag Optional Standard
Front Side Airbags Optional Standard
Curtain Airbags Optional Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof -- Standard
Leather Seats Optional --
Air Conditioning Optional Standard
CD Player Optional --
Radio Optional Standard
Power Windows -- Standard
Power Door Locks Optional Standard
Driver Power Seats Optional Standard
Passenger Power Seats Optional Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 4 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42.3 in 42 in
Back Legroom 33.9 in 35.2 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 12.8 cu ft 9 cu ft
Maximum Payload -- 809 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs --
Exterior
Length 181.7 in 185.9 in
Width 72.3 in 81.4 in
Height 55.1 in 56.9 in
Wheelbase 103.9 in 112.2 in

Available Options

2013 Volvo C70
T5

Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Black Stone
  • Caspian Blue Metallic
  • Celestial Blue Metallic
  • Electric Silver Metallic
  • Ember Black Metallic
  • Flamenco Red Metallic
  • Ice White

Option Packages

  • Inscription PKG
  • Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)
  • Climate PKG
  • Dynamic PKG
2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD

Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Individual DRAVIT Grey Metallic
  • Jet Black
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • PHYTONIC Blue Metallic
  • PORTIMAO Blue Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • TANZANITE Blue II Metallic

Option Packages

  • Adaptive M Suspension
  • Convenience Package
  • Driving Assistance Package
  • Driving Assistance Professional Package
  • Dynamic Handling Package
  • Harman/Kardon Surround Sound System
  • Heated Front Seats
  • M Sport Package
  • Parking Assistance Package
  • Premium Package
  • Shadowline Package
  • Black W/Blue Stitching, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Black W/Blue Stitching, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Black, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • TACORA Red, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Wheels: 19" X 8" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey

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