Volvo V70 (2007 - 2016) 2.4D (175bhp) SE 5d Geartronic Owner Review

2.4D (175bhp) SE 5d Geartronic
Volvo 2013 V70

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In their own words

- Most comfortable car I've owned, handling isn't terrible and you can move swiftly but does like to wallow. - Very strong machine - Comfort factor and smoothness is by far the best at motorway speeds - MPG in city was 25mpg, and motorway 34mpg. - Wind noise at speed is awful - Chassis can be squeaky - Interior is superb, great design and all features feel solid and high quality - Boot space is best in class due to boxy shape (e class might be slightly better) - Car feels like it will go for a million miles. - D5 engine is great and I love the low end, agricultural sound of it - Sound system amazing - Best car seats in the industry - AQS system filters out no2 emissions, important when you live in a EU city where everyone drives an unregulated Diesel - Injury forced sale to higher car, otherwise I'd definitely keep. Good points outweigh the bad ones

How reliable do you find the car?

usb port was broken and driver auto window switch not working (common issue I'm told) Dealer fixed both

Does the car do everything you expected it to do?

Great machine, but for a 2.4d I was expecting better MPG. I got late 40's in my 1999 BMW 530d, and that had more BHP than the 10year newer Volvo.
  • How they rated it

  • Reliability: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Meets Expectations: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Nic recommends this car

About their car

  • Fuel type Diesel
  • When purchased October 2015
  • Condition when bought Used
  • Current Mileage 73,000 miles
  • Average MPG 28 mpg