Volvo 850 Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cheap for what I got and lots of toys.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A bit thirsty for my tastes.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfy and cruises brill.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not exactly a hot hatch beater, but adequate.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not let down yet.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Boxy, but T-5 alloys look the bees knees.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats are fab and you get a good driving position.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good. Not been pinched yet.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good main dealer. DON'T lose the remote key - £50 to replace!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Sometimes trouble starting. Revs seem to sort.

    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