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2008 VOLVO XC60 reviews

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Robert Coe, Sussex

Volvo XC60 de luxe 2008

5 star review

I had one of the first batch I believe as I bought it on October 2008 and it is registered in that year. I had it in mind for some time; saw it in its wrappers in the showroom yard while having a major service on my XC90 and bought it there and then. 15,423 miles up to today. No faults so far. Recall today by Volvo of a couple of small items which they wanted to look at. Clean bill of health. Used mainly on long journeys so fuel consumption is quite amazing - up to 48 mpg on diesel. I do have a light foot. Very impressed with handling and comfort as I have a number of problems with my back and on knee joint. The brakes are excellent as I have had to used them hard on two occasions due to others. The overall panel fit and finish is of a very high standard. Would I buy another one? Yes, except I will not need a vehicle of this size in the future. The C30 looks very tempting and the new C60 to be announced in 2011, is getting my cheques book excited. But, whatever it is, it WILL be a Volvo. Sold on them.

Submitted: 25/06/2010 21:38:25

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Tony Kirkby, Scotland

Volvo XC60 D5 SE Lux 2008

3 star review

This car was chosen to replace an uncomfortable A6 estate, and in most respects it has done a sterling job: It’s VERY comfortable, it’s good in bad weather, it is the best towing car I’ve had, and it handles fairly well for a car of this bulk. In my opinion, it’s damn good looking, too. It is not economic, and struggles to beat 30mpg - if economy is the main requirement then steer clear. Considering previous experience with Volvo, it hasn’t been bullet proof, either - electrical gremlins shut the car down in France due to a problem with the AC system (the subject of a subsequent recall) and failed drivers electric window (not useful at an airport car park) and failed rear door closed indicator (which prevented the car from being locked) have been an irritation. Overall, I’ve had the car about a year and on balance it’s good; cruising and comfort spring to mind in terms of the car’s strong points, but fuel consumption is too high for my liking.

Submitted: 26/01/2010 14:42:05

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John Williams, Hampshire

Volvo XC60 D5 SE Lux Geartronic 2008

5 star review

The Volvo replaces my X3, which was a good car and reliable but had one serious failing ... the ’Sport’ set-up, with thin tyres, big wheels and the ability to jar ones spine running over a match stick. The Volvo is beautifully finished - vastly superior to the X3; the leather seats and ’oak’ floating switch panel make the plastics of the X3 look very cheap. With a softer ride - it is supremely comfortable; handling is positive and although a little slower than the X3, the 184 horses with the five cylinder engine do a sterling job! Well mated to the 6 speed automatic, the car has returned just over 30mpg overall (33 on a long run), which for such a solid 4WD machine, I find acceptable. Where the Volvo astonishes ... apart from its ’blind spot surveillance’ (brilliant!) ... its ’lane deviation warning’ (dips radio volume to chime a warning!) and the ’City Safety’ (as yet NOT checked out as my nerves are not up to it!) ... the intelligent cruise control which takes over control of accelerator and brakes, maintaining safe distance from the vehicle in front applying brakes or accelerating as required ... is a masterpiece of automotive engineering! It takes a while to gain confidence in this sophisticated system, but once one has trust in it ... amazing is an understatement! No faults in nearly 5000 miles; courteous dealers (who can show the BMW people how to treat a customer!) and a quality product, I commend this as a most excellent vehicle!

Submitted: 27/02/2009 09:19:36

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