Volvo V40 (96-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good - excellent warranty.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Amazingly economical - 32mpg in traffic, 45 on long runs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable, but not a car to throw about.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sprited 1.8 16v engine. Nimble from the lights.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A few minor niggles - warranty covered them all.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Very comfortable - has all the kit, leather, cruise, good sound, A/C etc.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cat 1 alarm, should be ok - bit quiet when it sounds.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very helpful - has offered to take car for a week to check box - see below.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems.

    Other

    Elec front windows started to squeek. Dealer stripped and greased.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No