1994 Volvo 460 DL review from Denmark
"Reliable day to day transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Heating in drivers seat doesn't work.
General comments?
Not the fastest of cars when equipped with the 1.8L mono-point injection engine (B18U). Massive amounts of torque at low Rpm's makes for effortless driving even when fully loaded.
Handling is great with the 175/65R14's I use during winter, cornering suffers somewhat when 195/65R15's are fitted during the summer - on the other hand acceleration improves.
The seats are excellent, with the added bonus of adjustable lumbar support and heating in the two front seats.
When properly maintained, this car will start and run in all types of weather.
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The best car I ever owned (31st in the row) | |
| A good, reliable car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 131000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 141000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 20th February, 2005 |