Volvo 440
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    'Dull' image means that buying 2nd hand is amazingly cheap. GS model has good spec.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have had well over 50mpg on a run (and I stayed below 70mph, would have been more). Parts are cheaper than other Volvo models, and in over 1yr has cost me next to nothing.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable, safe, pleasant to drive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    French TD engine is much quicker than its 93bhp suggests. Almost 'rapid' acceleration.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Has never failed to start engine doesn't burn oil or lose water after 150k miles.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    'Family' man / accountant, but if you want cheap reliable motoring, you could do far worse.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable to drive on a long journey.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Immobiliser works well, but it is not a car would appeal to your average ram-raider!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Haven't needed to use Volvo. Use local mechanic for service / MOT.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Excellent - economical & will happily cruise at 90mph (on the continent only).

    Other

    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