2004 Volvo S80 2.5T review from North America
"A great deal for the money at the end of the year"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only problem identified was the trunk failing to open with the remote on the key unit. The problem was fixed by pressing one button on the console that I had engaged by error. I called the dealer and they walked me through the fix w/in minutes.
General comments?
This is my first Volvo and it drives like a dream. The handling is precise, quick and sure.
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The engine is sufficient to move in and out of traffic like a rabbit.
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Highway response is very good. At 3500 rpm the turbo kicks in and there is a perceptible burst of power for passing or cutting in and out - or getting out of the way.
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| Extremely unreliable |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45 miles |
| Most recent distance | 640 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 13th August, 2004 |