2000 Volvo V40 review from North America
"Nice seats, but unsafe at any speed"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Within days of purchase I knew the V40 was special, the electrical system blew up while driving. There's nothing like losing all control of vehicle in a traffic to impress. Add to this another electrical failure with in weeks, air conditioner failure in 90 degree weather on a day long drive, a wheel that almost fell off on its own, grinding brakes and you get the idea. This car model is a disaster.
Residual pay off at the end of the lease is $18k, but trade in value is under $10K.
Volvo really goofed on this one.
General comments?
When it is working it runs fine, but with a few quirky rattles, belches, and hesitations.
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| 2000 - V40 1.9 4 cylinder. Turbocharged This is a very capable, underrated car that is well worth the money when compared to the competition |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 39000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Sable |
| Date of Entry | 23rd February, 2003 |