Volvo 850 Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Compared to what??

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Use specialist Volvo dealers, not franchised.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fit a front strut brace - it should have one as standard.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What can I say- RAPID 250bhp.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Watch for air con problems and the front brakes weedy.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I love it - subtle but lethal.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The most comfortable seats of any car I've driven.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    CAT1 alarm and immobiliser. I use a steering wheel lock as well.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Independant Volvo dealers in Wellington.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Air con evaporator. AP brake kit now fitted. :-)

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes