Volvo 850 Estate
  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Some parts expensive. Watch Volvo's warranty - they don't like paying out.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Drives like a roller skate. Drives like a small car.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Swear it wasn't a diesel.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    230,000 miles. Engine doesn't use a drop oil! Outstanding.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good reassuring ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Involved in a 2 car shunt, one written off, I needed a new rear bumper.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Watch on silly warranty bouce backs.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Front anti-roll bar.

    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