Volvo V40 1.6 SE 5d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
In comparison to last car (Renault Megane) Value for money exceeds it in every area.
Costs
Good mpg. No major problems with it only fault with air con. Revs go crazy on hot day and it's used. Should have pursued it when still under warranty!
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On the road
Driving
Lovely car to drive. Only problem is with kids on boosters in back window seats get car sick as don't have good view out (6 + 8years) Hence have to change car 3 kids all need to see out!
Performance
There have been times when it has been a little slow to deliver probably when fully laden. (3 kids, 2 adults and overloaded boot!) It is only a 1.6 and such a heavy car anyway and it will be a little slower than we'd like to reach speed to overtake.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never let us down. Starts first time. Expected wear and tear problems.
Image
We love it, lots of positive admiring comments. Reputation for boring and O.A.P car. You decide!
Comfort
Comfortable, been in many makes and models and only one matches (Toyota Previa 2002).
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Security and Service
Security
Who would nick a 1.6 and with it's reputation for boring image?
Service
Used 5 different Volvo UK and always top service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Air con, revs stick when engine is very warm.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes