Volvo XC90 (2002 - 2014) 2.9 T6 SE 5d Geartronic (2004/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I should be more selective when spending the best part of 40K. There are many better 7 seat 4x4's out there that are an awful lot cheaper
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think its ok until they see the running costs.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definately not. The diesel is slow and noisy which is why we opted for the petrol which costs as much as a space shuttle to run. It can't cope with much more than wet grass let alone Northern Europe in winter. And to round it all off we lost over 22K in 3 years or as much as a more capable 4x4 is to buy!
What are you likely to buy next?
A proper 4x4
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£39,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
No. No discounts at the time and depreciation has been savage
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
7 Seats and need 4x4 ability for regular scandinavian use
What was the dealer like?
Ok
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Performance of engine not as good as the amount of fuel used would suggest.
What's it like to park?
Ok with sensors
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Alarm. Terrible MPG, dealer said 40% lower than quoted figures is normal!!
What's most practical about your car?
7 Seats
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Stereo
