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2015 Volvo XC70

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 XC70.

Body SUV

The 2015 Volvo XC70 is an SUV that requires 7.2 quarts of 0W-30 or 5W-30 API engine oil to maintain its powertrain. Within the model's broader complaint history spanning 2001 to 2016, this iteration presents a relatively clean slate with only six total owner complaints and a single recall, with the engine standing out as the primary area of concern. This positions the 2015 model near the bottom of the vehicle's historical complaint spectrum, sitting just above the all-time low of two complaints recorded in 2014 and far removed from the peak of 106 complaints seen in 2004, signaling a period of notable reliability for the platform.

Model year201620152014201320122011201020092008

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.2 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 30750013. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 800 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size215/65R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter30750013 alt 32140029
Engine air filter30745344 alt 31370161
Battery30772211 alt 31296299
Front wiper blades32341318
Thermostat30650891 alt 31368063
Cabin air filter31449209 alt 31390880

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length190.6 in
Overall width73.6 in
Overall height63 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight4147 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the XC70 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.6–8.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.60 sec — 2009 T6 Premium
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2009T6 Premium 3.0L Turbo I-66.60 sec15.10 sec281 hpAWD
20083.2 3.2L I-68.90 sec16.70 sec235 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.2 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, Volvo part number 1161620 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilVolvo part number 1161620
Engine CoolantVolvo brand coolant/antifreeze
Engine Coolant Capacity8.8
Engine CoolantVolvo brand coolant/antifreeze
Engine Coolant Capacity9.4
Engine CoolantUse genuine Volvo coolant/antifreeze
Engine Coolant Capacity8.8

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts59 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts59 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts60.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub26 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance350 ohms
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.98 ohms
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.98 ohms

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity28.32 lbs
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca
Standard BCI Group Number48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca
Optional BCI Group Number49
Optional BCI Cranking Performance760 cca

Service checks

Intake Valve Lash0.004 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.019 in
Intake Valve Lash0.004 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.017 in
Intake Valve Lash0.004 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.017 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 21; Rear: 26 /; Front: 21; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 148; Rear: 81 /; Front: 148; Rear: 81
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementRear: w/17" disc: .354
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.023; Rear: 16
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.043; Rear: 16
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .0016; Rear: .003

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9022 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9022 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
133.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
233.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
390 degrees90 degrees
490 degrees90 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
133.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
233.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
390 degrees90 degrees
4180 degrees180 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
133.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
233.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
390 degrees90 degrees
4180 degrees180 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse any bolts. Coat new bolts with specified engine oil.

133 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
2120 degrees120 degrees
3120 degrees120 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 1054 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 20,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Drive Axle Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (add fluid conditioner) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (leak inspection)
Every 40,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean) · Fuel Filter (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 50,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 60,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Steering System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Suspension System (inspect alignment)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Timing Belt Tensioner (replace) · Vehicle Wiring Harnesses (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Across the XC70 generation, federal records show a dramatic downward trend in complaints and recalls from early problematic years—such as 106 complaints in 2004—toward highly stable later production. The 2015 model sits at the tail end of this maturity arc, registering just 6 complaints and a single recall, which is a negligible uptick from the 2 complaints in 2014 but vastly superior to the early generation years. The sparse 2015 complaints are distributed across engine, powertrain, and seatbelt categories, though the data does not specify any common root causes, and there are zero reported crash or fire incidents. Although 2015 carries a high count of 312 technical service bulletins, this reflects accumulated minor service documentation over the long generation rather than major unresolved defects. Ultimately, as a late-production beneficiary of years of engineering refinements, the 2015 XC70 exhibits excellent federal safety and reliability metrics, making it a highly recommended used purchase.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
312
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Engine1
Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train,Engine1
Seat Belts1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V378000Seat Belts:FrontReported 30/06/2020

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross… Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 312 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
35526.1.82026-04-23EngineThis is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform…
37809.1.12026-04-07Unknown Or OtherThis is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to…
375362025-12-11Unknown Or OtherThis is a TJ text, only no attachments - If the Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) does…
192452025-12-06Unknown Or OtherThis is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification.
85012025-04-10Exterior LightingThis is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2015 XC70 take?

7.2 qt of Below 104 degrees F,: 0W-30 API, -22 degrees F TO 104 degrees F: 5W-30 API meeting ACEA A5/B5, per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 XC70 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.