Volvo 440
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    good value - a lot of car for your money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Running costs are average.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    1.6 is a little underpowered, but cruises well at speed - handling is adequate if unexciting.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A heavy car which works the 1.6 engine fairly hard to exract good progress - good long distance cruiser.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very reliable. I have replaced radiator, battery and rear wheel cylinders.

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    Who cares? It's comfortable, solid and reliable - I like it.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A very comfortable car - roomy and quiet.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Locks are poor. Alarm is fitted, but not a very nickable car.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Main Volvo dealers are expensive - I do most of my servicing myself.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems - fuel injection is a bit jerky on part throttle.

    Other

    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