Volvo 850 2.5 Reviews

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Volvo 850 2.5
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Average Ratings for Volvo 850 2.5

  • Performance3.8 stars
  • Practicality4.9 stars
  • Reliability4.6 stars
  • Value for Money4.5 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings4.2 stars
  • Overall Rating3.6 stars

9 Reviews For Volvo 850 2.5

  • Guest 22nd Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Had a 940 2.0 turbo wentworth estate which impressed me so much I purchased a newer 1996 850 t5 estate---one word 'Awesome'this car had every extra the trim level was out of this world, but the power just press down and you were pinned back in your seat and rocketed to 130 mph and passing Porche's on the way, sad to say turbo problems are common and engine was wrecked at 140K, yes think about it a racing engine that run for all them miles, have now a 850 2.5 non turbo estate again 1996 that has done 142k, not a patch on a T5 but what a car, sails through MOTs build quality is fantastic, all leather inside, wooden dash, electric everything all working and a drive that puts many newer cars to shame, as you may gather I am hooked on volvo but only the pre Ford ownership models, got to own another T5 in the future!!!
    Service costs are no greater than other cars especially if you do the basic things yourself ie oil and filter changes (Essential)many owners report mileage of 250k and more with no major problems and all in a car that thinks it's a van---and performs like a sports car!!

  • Guest 25th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    2.5 20v non turbo, very rapid for such a heavy tank of a car. A little thirsty but worth the expense over tiny engine, small cars just cannot compare to this.

    Can pick a good one up for around £850 which will see of most boy racers without looking like a racer yourself.

  • Guest 25th Jul 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I've had a Volvo 850 for 3 years and bought it as a stop gap. I still have it now because I cannot justify wasting money on changing it for something newer but inferior. Contrary to what other reviewers are saying the 5 cylinder 10V engine sounds great, is beautifully smooth even after 110K miles, returns 28 mpg and the automatic box operates smoothly if used intellegently. Selecting '3' in traffic or on twisting/hilly roads stops the gearbox 'hunting' between gears and keeps 'take up' on the ...

  • jikispqr 16th Oct 2008

    Reviewer rating: 2.5 stars


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    I am looking on all the reviews about Volvo 850 estate and I looked at them before I decided to buy the one, but they are different from what I am experiencing. Noise and noise although the mileage is quite small only about 46000 milse only.Also one more thing, it takes place only during the first start of the car. After making few meters, I think on the second or third automatic speed, noise of metal scratch is coming from the front left wheel of the car. But remember; only when first started, ...

  • erlichman 14th Sep 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Huge space - how did they do it? I've moved from a W124 Mercedes E320 and I thought that was a great load carrier but this beats it. Great all round visibility too. Major safety feeling on board... have you noticed how the SIPS sticker reminds you of this every time you look in the rear view mirror 'cause it reads right way round? Cleverrrrrr...
    A great workhorse and load swallower, all at a very affordable price.
    I now look at Volvos in a new, and very positive, light.

  • graham french 2nd Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Comfortable, long legged work horse that enables me to take kids to and uni with all their kit.
    Any estate car that has done 174,000 miles and is still going strong has to be a great car.

  • Guest 28th Jun 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Excellent spacious, comfortable long lived estate. Reliable too!

  • Broomhayes 24th Feb 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    I have owned by 96 Volvo 850 2.5 manual over 2 years now. No problems worth reporting. I have the 20v model which by all accounts is far better than the 10 valve version. I would thoroughly recommend this version as a family car purchase.

  • brireynolds Rank: Sergeant 19th Oct 2004

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    I have had my 2nd hand Volvo 850 2.5l estate car on an M plate 1995 for 10 months now.
    It has quite a few extras, leather, dual air con, wood trim elec win and mirrors.
    I am thoroughly pleased woth it. It has done 120k miles, and still purrs like a kitten. The drive is smoother than my old merc 190, and the build quality is slightly better. It passed its mot with only a tyre replacement needed.
    It is auto box and has enough kick to make overtacking safe and confident. And of course if you ...