2003 Volvo XC90 T6 review from North America
"Overpriced and under-reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Most recently, the transmission went after a year plus of having the "check engine" light come on. A myriad of other problems have occurred. A typical visit to the dealer service department runs $500 to $1000, with at least one visit per year since I've owned the car.
Volvo corporate did pay for my transmission replacement when I called them, but the dealer did not help with the negotiation, and did not offer a loaner or help with a rental for the three weeks that I didn't have my car, because the transmission replacement was on backorder.
General comments?
This car is unreliable, which makes it frustrating and expensive to own.
The style and comfort are beautiful, and the space for an SUV is "just right" -- not too big or too small. It drives really well and is flexible for all of my human and non-human transport needs.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 9000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 93000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Passat |
| Date of Entry | 27th April, 2009 |