| | The 2012 XC70
comes with a 3.2-liter, V6 engine offering 240 horsepower and 236 lb/ft
of torque. The T6 engine, a turbocharged, 3.0-liter V6 with 300
horsepower and 325 lb/ft of torque, is also available, and it comes with
all-wheel drive. Each model and trim has a 6-speed, automatic
transmission. Fuel mileage averages from 17-18 mpg in the city to 22-25
mpg on the highway, depending on the drivetrain and engine
model. Anti-lock brakes with hydraulic assist,
stability and traction control, and front-seat, side-impact and
side-curtain airbags are all standard. An exciting addition is the
standardization of the well-received City Safety feature, which senses
the proximity of other cars in front of the vehicle. When traveling at
speeds under 9 mph, the feature applies the brakes to avoid a collision
if the driver fails to do so. It also brakes at speeds up to 19 mph,
although doing so may only reduce the severity of an
impact. Additional safety upgrades are included in the
XC70 technology package. The Pedestrian Safety feature monitors forward
spaces for pedestrians. The system first sounds a warning inside the
car, and if the driver fails to act, it will apply the brakes. There is a
lane-departure warning feature as well to prevent drifting. The final
safety enhancement is Adaptive Cruise Control, which slows the car
automatically as other cars slow, stopping altogether if needed. It then
accelerates again as traffic flows. The biggest
interior enhancement in 2012 is the Sensus infotainment system. Users
can control audio, video and climate features via the touchscreen
interface or with controls on the steering wheel. It also handles
various other systems, such as those featured in the technology
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