Volvo 850 Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    This cost me quite a bit, but had exceptionally low mileage.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nothing is cheap on a Volvo, but she's worth it.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fabulous to drive. Holds the road beautifully.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Marvelous - big, big car with big, big performance.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has never let me down so far.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Not image conscious - I just love my car.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No complaints from any passengers yet (few snores, though!)

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Don't know - nobody has broken in yet.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I use my local main dealer and, although pricey, I cannot complain.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None.

    Other

    Had brake binding problem, but this is due to the car not being used daily. If used at least once a week, the problem does not occur.

    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