Volvo V40 (96-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Depreciation shocking at first, but now it's a luxury motor for very little money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dealer servicing works out expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Mine has handling pack, which is very good.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    You have to wait for the turbo, but once its there, it pulls well.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never broken down, but head gasket went at 60k miles.

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    4 out of 5 4.0

    When I first bought it, it attracted many compliments.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Lovely, firm, comfortable, safe, heated leather seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems - transponder in key plus RCL.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket at 60k miles; oil leak at 80k.

    Other

    Heavy on tyres.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes