1995 Volvo 940 Review

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19 - 20 mpg

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nice little commuter

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating 

Performance: 3 Fun-to-Drive: 2 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 10 Interior Design: 10 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 5 Exterior Design: 9

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1995 Volvo 940 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I picked up my 1995 Volvo in jan of 08 it had 71,000 miles which is soooo low for a Volvo it now has 78,000 its a great car comfy looks classy

Favorite Features

Nice black leather interior, ride quality rugged famous 2.3 tried and true 4 cyl

Suggested Improvements

Acceleration is not good I always find myself at the end of the line in traffic I don't bother to pass anyone she just cant do it, gas mileage is below average for a 4 cyl

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Over 300,000

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Overall Rating 

Performance: 10 Fun-to-Drive: 8 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 10 Interior Design: 8 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 8 Exterior Design: 10

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1995 Volvo 940 4 Dr STD Turbo Wagon

Review

I purchased my 1995 940 with 80,000 miles and now eight years later have over 300,000 miles on it. All I can say is excellent. It's only left me stranded twice and still has the original engine, transmission, turbo, alternator, starter, fuel pump, and more. I love this car but after all those miles it has developed several oil leaks (one major) and several small problems that just are not cost effective to fix requiring me to sell it. I have no complaints driving it 220,000 miles of 300,000 is more than I could ever had hoped for. I am very sad to have to give it up but also have high expectations for my new used 1998 V70 XC. Thank you Volvo

Favorite Features

Engine, transmission, and turbo will run forever

Suggested Improvements

Better water pump gaskets

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Over 200k Miles and Still Going Strong

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Overall Rating 

Performance: 8 Fun-to-Drive: 7 Build Quality: 8
Comfort: 8 Interior Design: 6 Reliability: 8
Fuel Economy: 6 Exterior Design: 5

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1995 Volvo 940 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I just graduated college and started a new job and now I want nothing more than to buy a new car. But I can't justify it because my '95 Volvo 940 just won't die! My parents bought it with 130k mi and I learned to drive on it about 6yrs ago. It's a bit sluggish so I'd recommend the turbo. The only major repairs we've done are a new alternator about 2 yrs ago, new gas pump about 5 yrs ago, and some belts and sensors last year. As long as you do your part to maintain them, they'll keep running for a loooong time. Great car for a teen since they're very safe and they couldn't get a speeding ticket if they tried. Also a great deal for the price.

Favorite Features

Safety. I was rear ended by someone going about 40mph. Her minivan was totaled. You couldn't tell that I had been in an accident. The turning radius is unbelievable. Very roomy interior, without feeling like you're driving an old Buick. Very reliable with proper maintenance. High quality vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

Rear wheel drive makes it awful to drive in WI winters. My next Volvo will be AWD. Parts can be hard to come by and rather expensive. No get- up-and-go. Even when I floor it, I get smoked by every other car on the road. This is easily fixed with an upgrade to turbo.

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Awesome brick

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Overall Rating 

Performance: 7 Fun-to-Drive: 8 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 8 Interior Design: 9 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 7 Exterior Design: 9

Vehicle

1995 Volvo 940 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

The Volvo 940 is a dependable, solid car that you can expect to own for over two decades with proper maintenance. It has a roomy interior but is thin enough to get through tight spots. Due the weight of the steel it takes a while to get the car moving, but once up to speed, it drives smoothly and is very maneuverable. Safe, long lasting, cheap to insure, and averages a respectable 22 mpg in the city. Can't go wrong with this car.

Favorite Features

ABS, rear wheel drive, power everything, leather, agility

Suggested Improvements

No cupholders, head lights always on

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An A-1 Auto

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Overall Rating 

Performance: 10 Fun-to-Drive: 10 Build Quality: 10
Comfort: 10 Interior Design: 10 Reliability: 10
Fuel Economy: 10 Exterior Design: 10

Vehicle

1995 Volvo 940 4 Dr STD Wagon

Review

My 940 has been my drive 99% of its 106,000 miles. In my 70+ years of driving no other car has come close to pure pleasure. It has yet to be dinged or dented and has always run on Michelins. The ride is solid, acceleration is adequate. I frequently cast an eye at newer cars, then look at my white wagon and ask myself "why should I?". Chances are I will keep this one.

Favorite Features

Seats, Brakes, Controls, visibility and durability.

Suggested Improvements

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3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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