Volvo S40 2.0T 4d (00) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
Running costs are very high. You will be lucky to get a service for less than £300.
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On the road
Driving
The automatic brake balance system has a Volvo declared fault when braking hard from high speed that causes the car to weave left and right.
Performance
The low pressure turbo has excelllent low down torque which makes for a relaxed swift drive. Good tow car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Does not always start first try, otherwise ok.
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It is a Volvo - what do you expect?
Comfort
Rear seats are a bit cramped and hard so I am told by my children.
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Security and Service
Service
The local dealer is not interested in service, just my money.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No