Volvo V70 (96-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bargain as had high miles, but only 3 1/2 years old and FDSH.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slightly heavy on fuel. Use independent, so servicing cheap.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Easy to drive. Controls good. Feels smaller than it is.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick enough, but might go for 20v next.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Owned it 10 months and only needed A/C regassing and front pads.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Understated and cool. If you want flash, go for a Beemer.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. Most comfortable car I have sat in.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Alarm went off when I had left window open by 1cm! Excellent.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Used independent garage - £150 for 130k-mile service. Main dealer too expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Climate re-gassing. New front pads.

    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