Used 2003 Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Average XC90 (V70XC was better!)
Bushepy, 08/23/2003
Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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The XC90 has been a disappointment with the following: overall build quality, fit and finish (both interior and exterior, noisy electroic climate control, poor audio system (the premium Dolby Pro-logic II surround sound is very disappointing), and, most disappointing, the lack of adequate engine power while accelerating onto highways or while climbing mountains. I also have had major problems with my Volvo retailer on warranty work (they damged the car. This could be my very last Volvo.
The best SUV!
Hacky, 03/23/2003
Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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The SUV that handles like a car. IMO a better ride than that of the MDX. The XC90 is the best combination of space, safety and practicality. If you need the huge space of a minivan, you should get a minivan. However, minivans do not provide the sense, real or imagined, of security that one gets driving the XC90. The third row fold-away seats are awesome, designed to be safe for kids, big enough for smaller adults on shorter trips. Better design than the Lexus 3rd row. With the 5-speed tranny this engine is smooth and it feels much bigger than it is. Better for stop and go driving than the T6 with the 4-speed tranny. That being said, a few more horsies wouldn't hurt.
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Excellent Interior Comfort
JB Redwood, 10/22/2003
Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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One thing Volvo maintains is orthopedic seats designed by MDs. Believe them, the ride is superb. I own an SL600 also and I like my Volvo so much I may just own two before long. It handles like a European Sports sedan not an SUV. Remarkable car. I don't like that the rear gate doesn't latch with the lower quarter gate down or that the rear window doesn't open, as it did on our old Mountianeer, but those are my only disappointments. The 5cyl is just fine, I don't see the need for the six. I have all the power we need, it's not underpowered.
After 1 month
lens, 01/29/2003
Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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So far no bugs or defects. Excellent ride/handling. Very nice seats. 3rd row works and folds very conveniently. Flip down 2nd row headrests are nice for visibility. Interior very "clean" without dumb doodads. Nav system also works well and above-dash design makes it safer to consult while driving. Backup sensors also work, and are good for someone (like me) that has only driven sedans before this.
not sure
jo-lin, 07/28/2003
Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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Had the vehicle a month and a few things puzzle me. With three rows of seating, my family is cramped. Also, the automatic transmission fells sloppy. Aside from these, has a nice car-like feel.