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4.13 out of 5 stars

Beware of Customer Service

Savvy Driver, 05/17/2004
2002 Volvo S60 2.4T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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We bought this car new coz we loved the look and reputation of Volvo. However, we've had major customer service problems as well as electrical problems. Also, it is very difficult to see to change lanes due to the head rests in the back and the way the car frame is built.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

A Smart Person's Car

Jakebird, 06/10/2004
2002 Volvo S60 T5 Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
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Though I haven't racked up a lot of miles, this is a reliable, sporty, true luxury sedan without the Lexus or BMW sticker shock. It could use a little tweaking of the interior (wood trim, for example), to put it into the true "luxury" class, but it is safe, fast, and a very reliable player for the money in the competitive mid-range luxury class. I do wish the mileage was a little better in the city, but my car it actually exceeds the EPA estimates on the highway. Finally, my last Volvo was traded running strong with 183K miles and expect the same here.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Don't think I'd buy another one.

ratcher, 06/29/2004
2002 Volvo S60 2.4T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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This car is fine for someone who rarely transports more than one passenger unless the backseat is for kids. It drives well on all kinds of roads. The interior layout is okay; the stereo system is confusing and a pain to use. They needed to add a changer for the component as well as station/track on the steering wheel. The airconditioning system is also confusing. Blind spots make backing out an adventure, though the flip down rear head rests are helpful. The battery is nearly inaccessible in the trunk (you must hold the trunk floor up with your head to access it), though a jump point is located underneath the hood. Pricey for the quality of the car.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

IS IT WORTH IT

Michael Lopes, 07/14/2004
2002 Volvo S60 2.4T AWD 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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I do have to say this car is very stylish and fun to drive. But, I have had many things go wrong with this car at only 55000 miles. The front wheel bearing needs replaced at a wopping $1200 and both rear and left front Link Rods need replaced at $400. As you can imagine I am not to happy with this as it is no longer under warrenty. According to Volvo Service, this does not happen often. When you spend this kind of money for a car this is one thing you do not expect. Therefore I do not give this car a thumbs up. I am just afraid this is a sign of what is to come as the miles continue to grow.

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5 out of 5 stars

9 mos retrospective

mikepghpa, 08/03/2002
2002 Volvo S60 2.4T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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This car is fun to drive, no doubt. It handles curves very well at good speed and the braking capacity is outstanding. It is very comfortable with probably the best leather seats in this class. Trunk room is surprising since it is square without tapering to more narrow dimensions. Fuel capacity is remarkable since the tank holds 21 gallons. At 9 mos, reliability is excellent. Only problem I've experienced is a back seat squeak.

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