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Used 2009 Volvo XC90 Consumer Reviews

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3.38 out of 5 stars

I think I got hoodwinked

Nervous Wife, 03/08/2008
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Always wanted a Volvo XC90. Bought one. Very happy when delivered. Thought I got a safe and reliable tank! Wrong! The car broke and was towed to the dealership after one week of ownership. It is now back in my garage. How do you feel when you shelled out 40k for a SUV that breaks this early in your ownership? I now keep my fingers crossed. Read your state's Lemon Law. I did. I hope I won't need it. I like this car, but...

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1 out of 5 stars

2008 Volvo XC90 V8s have bad alternators

ShouldaboughttheBMW, 01/24/2017
2008 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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4.38 out of 5 stars

Very happy so far

JAGinKorea, 04/12/2008
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Took delivery of this vehicle in Korea using the diplomat and military sales program. Very simple process to custom order the vehicle from the factory and saved nearly $9K over state-side MSRP. Zero mechanical or quality issues since it arrived 8 months ago. Incredibly versatile SUV for my family of five- we've used a variety of seating configurations for different trips, extra guests etc. Very quiet at standstill and on highways and a nice sound to the inline 6 when you step on it. I had driven the V8 version several times before and it is more fun, but I couldn't justify the extra cost and I've never felt I absolutely needed the extra power. One of the best family vehicles out there.

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5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Vehicle!

Carrie, 08/15/2007
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Just took possession of my XC90 and love every minute behind the wheel. The well appointed interior, comfortable seating and smooth and quiet ride makes this vehicle a joy to drive. The XC90 exceeded my expectations.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Movin' up

USNav8tor, 11/13/2007
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I recently traded my '06 BMW M3 convertible in for this SUV. I needed the space for our new baby. My rating is slightly lower on performance and fun to drive just based on the fact I have a hard time not comparing it to the M3 - totally different vehicles, but I'm still having a little separation anxiety. I do love this SUV. I did my research and really found this to be the best bang for the buck and it is. I have been a german car owner and vowed to never buy anything else... well Volvo won me over! The Volvo XC90 is fantastic!

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