Volvo V40 (96-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A lot of car for the money and very well built.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok so far.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very poor ride - the badly maintained roads really show up the shortcomings of the poor suspension setup. Handles fairly well though.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad, but even this relatively low-powered (122bhp) engine struggles to put the power down on uneven roads.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems in six months of ownership.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I still think it's one of the most attractive Volvos.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Supposedly legendary Volvo comfort has passed me by.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seems well equipped, but thankfully never tested.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The supplying dealer, Evans Halshaw at Barkingside, was excellent.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    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