First Impressions Outside

The first impression of the XC70 is excellent.. the stance of the car, the extra detail of the car really makes it look a completely different car to it's brother - the V70

With the additional height versus the V70 - the car doesn't give the long estate impression.. the height seems to make it look shorter.

The car needs the 18inch wheels and they certainly don't look out of place on the vehicle.

The additional sports spoiler creates an overhang at the rear..but it's not at a dangerous height... the V70 you risk banging your head on it.

With the black paint work, the additional black mouldings on the bodywork seem to blend into the car and don't give such a heavy look as it would on a lighter car.