Volvo V40 (96-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of car for money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fuel economy ok, but servicing not cheap.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good roadholding and excellent brakes.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not as stodgy as it looks.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very tough. No problems at all.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Workman-like and efficient. Not nearly as posh as German cars, but just as well built.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Superb on motorways. Too firm ride on poor surfaces.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well protected and not attractive for thieves.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Helpful, competent, but not cheap.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    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