Volvo V70 2.5 TDi 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive compared to today's cars.
Costs
Heavy servicing costs at Volvo dealers.
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On the road
Driving
Good position.
Performance
Very quick after 30mph. BMW beater.
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Living with it
Reliability
Good, but after 80,000-mile service crank oil seal and injector sensor failed costs around £400.
Image
Still a cut above the average car.
Comfort
Hard ride.
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Security and Service
Security
Watch locking always goes on and not unlocks.
Service
Very expensive and high brow. Use independant garage.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Crankshaft oil seal at 82,000 miles, injector sensor same time.
Other
Offside front bushes worn. Volvo changed steering rack and anti-roll bar before independant found problem.
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