Volvo XC90 2.9 T6 SE 5d Geartronic (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent by comparison to rivals.
Costs
MPG not as good as might be hoped for. 16mpg in town. 30mpg obtained on Motorway. Insurance acceptable, but shop around.
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On the road
Driving
Great to drive. Handling well sorted for size/type. Minimal bodyroll.
Performance
Acceleration from rest acceptable, but feels inhibited by Geartronic 'box. Can be good fun with shift in manual mode.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems to date.
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Comment from BMW X5 owner: "Stunning. I want one!" You can get fed up with the fingermarks on the windows from people gawping in. Been accosted at petrol stations by people wanting to look at it.
Comfort
But not tried the 3rd row seats yet.
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Security and Service
Security
All that could reasonably be required + approach/see you home lighting!
Service
Dealer excellent. Volvo struggling to deliver cars and accesory packs on time to meet demand, but otherwise very good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Hard to pin Volvo down on when car was actually going to be delivered. 14month wait at the moment.
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