• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not flamboyant, reliable.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes - it is all round value for money particularly running costs.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Volvo

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £23,679

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes - I knew the exact model I wanted and dealer sourced a car within Volvo dealerships at very attractive price.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Nearest equivalent in quality and reliability to Saab which was no longer available.

    What was the dealer like?

    Business like and open.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    The1.6l diesel engine does not have the gutsy pull away power of a 2.0l, but is more than adequate. Generally car is a delight to drive, cruises at speed limit with no problem and has plenty of power in reserve if required.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to park with sensors, but has good all round vision anyway.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Ability to convert to a load carrier.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Xenon lights.