I have a 2010 (2011 model year) XC70 SE premium D5 AWD geartronic. It's simply great for towing. I get around 28 mpg towing and around 32 mpg not towing. My caravan is a small Silver caravan, small and light. I am of course disappointed with the fuel consumption, and even more disappointed that the trip computer lies about the average mpg, by a very consistent amount. Car manufacturers are not saints, that's for sure. But as a tow car, it's superb. No complaints. Reliability is another matter.
I love the Hill Descent Control. Great for moving off / on a wet grassy field. I also like the Geartronic "manual" setting, for holding say 3rd gear going up hairpin bends in French or Spanish mountains.
How are you getting on with yours?
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