Used 2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Good Deal for the Money
RD, 04/14/2008
Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We came out of a BMW X5 4.4 and couldn't be happier. Performance is the same, ride is sporty but not as stiff; we pretty much got this thing loaded and got a free Garmin Nav unit as well. Ended up with the V8 because we didn't feel the 6 cyl could do the job. Fuel economy in 600 miles of in- town driving around 16.5 mpg; pretty good for a heavy car. The biggest thing for us was keeping the same size SUV and getting more interior room and with the 3rd seat down, there is plenty for her and the baby's stuff. We got ours at the end of the month and after negotiating, they practically gave this thing away. Get the Executive pack with different leather and the blindspot info deal; worth it.
Way Overpriced
sdd, 10/26/2008
Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
11 of 16 people found this review helpful
We bought the XC90 after owning a Suburban to get a smaller vehicle, a "luxury" SUV, and for the safety features. The safety features are there, but this SUV is not a sturdy vehicle for active families. The middle console has come out, the doors do not automatically lock/unlock, it rattles, the seats in the back rows are difficult to lay down-just to name a few of our complaints. For the money, we regret we did not purchase the Lexus or the Land Cruiser.
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Volvo V-8
Dave, 04/24/2008
Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My new XC-90 V-8 is a terrific vehicle. The ride is smooth & comfortable. Power from the V-8 makes driving fun. Volvo has the most comfortable seats in the business. Gas mileage has been decent at an average of 17.5-18.5 mpg in mixed local driving. This is better than my previous Ford Explorer V-8 (16.5-17.5) & my friend's 6 cyl XC-90. The steering is a bit lighter than I would like, but handling is crisp. The new blind spot warning system is very helpful on the highway. All in all, a great vehicle.
Initial impressions: Excellent!
Family of Four, 04/08/2008
Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Decided on Volvo for safety and built- in booster seat for toddler, luxury items, good 2 yr lease deal. Considered Mercedes M class for same money, but ride and comfort were the worst of any SUV I've driven. Very surprised. I even test drove the M-B three times, but to no avail. Acura MDX was more luxurious and had better bells/whistles, reliability, but lease deals were poor. Only stripped down MDX was offered as a deal, but adding options was costly! BMW X5 - too small and clunky doors- wife hated it! Man's car. Lexus RX was wonderful, but too small for our needs. Volvo has best safety record, but scary reliability. I got a 2 year lease since didn't want to live with a mistake for 3 years.
2008 Volvo XC90 V8s have bad alternators
ShouldaboughttheBMW, Denver, CO, 01/24/2017
Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 29 people found this review helpful
2008 Volvo XC90 V8s have bad alternators. Do not buy unless the alternator has been replaced. Do not buy at all, because there are more reliable, more comfortable and safer and sportier vehicles in the class available for a better price, unless you want to buy mine. This is not a safe vehicle because it loses power at highway speed and will leave you stranded.
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