• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I have no idea, and I don't care.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    I have no idea, and I don't care.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I keep cars for many years so who knows what will be around in 5-10 years' time. If I was buying again right now, yes, I'd give it serious consideration again.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    I'll probably change it in 5-10 years' time. By then I'm hoping EVs have a better range - a Leaf Tekna with real-world 200 mile range would suit me perfectly.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £16,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2015

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I felt so as the car was delivered from a Volvo dealer over 250 miles away at no cost to me.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Practicality, quality, economy and longevity.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very relaxed about everything, not pushy.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Quiet, smooth and rattle-free. I know it's a cliche, but it feels as if it's hewn from granite. No German car feels better-built at this price point.

    What's it like to park?

    Good visibility and reversing sensors, so fairly easy.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Just the right size for us - big enough load capacity when needed.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise control.