...was pleasantly surprised by the Volvo after the BMW - the performance in higher gears was actually superior, though over the 0-60 sprint a bit slower. Also, you can't chuck it around country roads as much, but ithe handling is reasonable for a family estate car. It is most at home on motorways - the handling is solid, precise and refined. The power really gets going above 4000 rpm, and it is easy to overtake with no effort whatsover. In fact, it ... ...average. Whilst most people see Volvo as a quality brand, it is also seen as a bit of an old mans car. The XC90 and S60 are however doing wonders to change this image, long may it continue. The build quality is better than the BMW that I had. There is a solid feel to the car, and the refinement is unbeliveable. It is hard to hear the engine, and the suspension soaks up all but the worst potholes. I would highly recommend this car, it has served the ...
Hell27 31.08.2005
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Estate - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / 6 Speed Geartronic - (Auto) - 2401 cc - Max Speed: 140 mph - 185 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: R-DESIGN, R-DESIGN Premium, SE, SE Lux, SE Lux Premium, SE Premium, S, Sport
Saloon - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / 6 Speed Geartronic - (Auto) - 2401 cc - Max Speed: 143 mph - 185 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: S, SE, SE Lux, SE Sport, Sport
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