07/07/2008 16:13. Some of you will look at its size the roof resembles an aircraft carrier flight deck and scoff at the thought of owning Volvo's V70 station wagon, which underwent a total overhaul for 2008.

Others will note the 16-mpg EPA city fuel economy rating and wonder if I'm crazy.

But after spending a week with one, I have no qualms suggesting that the V70 would be a great choice for many consumers in the market for a new vehicle.

That's because it is a versatile vehicle that is more economical than it might seem at first glance, and quite a bargain when compared to its competition.

The V70's competition includes midsize luxury wagons such as the Audi A6, BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Starting prices for those competitors make them approximately $17,000, $22,000 and $24,000 more... // The Express Times