Volvo XC90 (2002 - 2014) 2.4 D5 (200bhp) Active 5d Geartronic (2011/11) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Reliable family man,safety is a priority.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Aprove and thinh it is slick.
Would you buy this car again and why?
All the reasons above but hope the diesel engine gets updated to compete with todays VW Blue motion technology for economy and emissions.
What are you likely to buy next?
Volvo XC 90 D5 Geartronic.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£26,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Best prive in net search and phone enquiry with numerous dealers, for a car of this age and mileage. Probably got a good deal as he was not a specialised Volvo dealer/agent.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted to update from a 2003 model, very impressed with the car, hence wanted same model.
What was the dealer like?
Very effecient and accomodating. Offered a good price for car and for part exchange.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very easy to manoeuvre and feels agile despite being heavy. Sturdy structure and feels very secure.
What's it like to park?
Aids are helpful, easy to manouevre.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing except needed an update with software to overcome undependable alarm troubles.
What's most practical about your car?
Extremely easy to handle but solid on the road. Feels very secure to drive. Mileage is not too bad though modern cars are more economical.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
4 wheel drive and seat heating.
