Volvo 850 Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good value for a big estate. Worthwhile for transporting dogs!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not as heavy on fuel as the older Volvo 2.0 turbo.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Front-wheel drive takes getting used to.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Outperforms my last Volvo, a 2.0 turbo model.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No particular mechanical problems but had to replace battery.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks like a T5 with the 16-inch five-spoke alloys.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very secure - I'm able to leave it on the road all night without worries.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Best service yet: all controls were demonstrated, even the correct way to open the child seat!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Had a rear suspension J-bush replaced under warranty.

    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