Volvo C70 dimensions

The 2012 Volvo C70 boasts a retractable hardtop, a premium dashboard and a smooth ride, though its middling performance means some rivals will leave it behind. Volvo C70 Convertible offers the following pros: Comfortable retractable hardtop; cosseting cabin; quiet and convenient ride; surprisingly practical. Volvo C70 Convertible drawbacks are: Unremarkable performance; confusing navigation controls.

The 2012 Volvo C70 is a four-passenger luxury convertible with a retractable hardtop. A reshuffling of the model lineup means there are now three various Volvo C70 versions available, including the T5, T5 Premier Plus and T5 Platinum.

The T5 base model comes equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, a power-retractable hardtop, front and back foglamps, and heated mirrors. Inside, the T5 sports keyless entry, cruise control, dual-zone automatic conditioning, leather upholstery, eight-way performance front seatings, driver memory functions, a tilt-and-telescoping leather-wrapped helm, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a trip computer, Bluetooth phone and stereo connectivity, and an eight-speaker audio system with a CD player, radio, HD radio, an Ipod/usb stereo interface and an optional stereo slot.

Moving up to the Premier Plus gets you back parking sensors, keyless ignition/entry and a compass. The top-of-the-line T5 Platinum adds a navigator, real-time traffic and a 14-speaker luxury surround-sound stereo system.

Every trim is eligible for the following features. The Climate suite bundles headlamp washers, automatic wipers, heated front seatings and updated conditioning. The Dynamic suite contains 18-inch alloy wheels, adaptive bi-xenon headlights and a sport helm. Stand-alone features include a blind-spot warning system. .