Volvo V40 1.8 XS 5d Auto (99) (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Long (expensive) options.
Costs
Servicing seems costly - mostly dealer only.
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On the road
Driving
Responsive steering and good compromise on performance/economy. Great on the motorway.
Performance
1.8 lively, average 33mpg.
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Living with it
Reliability
Had a few probs with running/fixed under warranty and fuel gauge got a mind of its own.
Image
Reasonable style, solid.
Comfort
Great seats (leather worth having).
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks, steering locks, locks on alloys.
Service
Dealer expensive - independants pretty good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
2 weeks after service some rough running - cured by dealer.
Other
Erratic fuel guage - dealer 2 goes and still faulty.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes