Volvo 480
  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Economical running costs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Handles well and corners tightly.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    2.0i has an impressive turn of speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Always throws a problem every 15k miles or so.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Will be a collectors' item.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable in front, with supportive seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Locks slip into side of door - no easy access.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent level of service. Parts are expensive but now coming down in price. Thorough and responsible car makers. Hopefully Ford will not damage reputation.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Valve chipped - a common occurrence on cars with over 100k miles.

    Other

    Bearings (also went on my previous 360).

    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