Volvo S40 1.8i SE 4d (98) (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
New price was a little steep, but has reduced since 1999.
Costs
My 60k-mile service cost over £600! Other services come in at around £250-300.
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On the road
Driving
Seems to corner quite well, slight lack of feedback from steering.
Performance
The GDI engine is lovely - superb torque response, excellent emissions, I average 39mpg using Shell Optimax, 48 on long runs.
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Living with it
Reliability
No breakdowns in 90k miles. Have had a slight glitch in the engine since new - never traced though.
Image
Sleek look, though would love a spoiler and twin headlamps!
Comfort
Great leather seats, good adjustment. Road noise levels a bit high, but engine noise is low.
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Security and Service
Security
Have had one failed break-in attempt thanks to the deadlocks.
Service
Walker Farrimond Bury & Accrington have looked after me and the car well. No major problems, could be cheaper!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Occasional slight power glitch, never traced.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes