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Used 2009 Volvo XC90 Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Perfect car but not enoying it

Thor, 11/16/2007
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My family has had a Volvo since 1981 and therefore it was not a difficult choice to purchase the XC90. The interior is typical Volvo (little bit too tight) but with the highest quality to find. All seats are strong and comfortable - not just the front seats as in some other SUVs.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Over Rated

Carl, 02/27/2008
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful

We have owned this vehcile less than 60 days and have had to have the front right blinker light replaced( cracked at factory), have replaced the cam shaft value as it "popped off" leaving a large oily mess and the 90 portion of the XC90 emblem on the back had to be straightened as it was installed crooked at the factory. We are averaging 17 miles per gallon and this is FWD ! We did get a "good" deal based on the over $40K sticker price and final price of $36,250 with dealer cash and X plan discount. This is our first Volvo and may be our last. Traded our Infiniti and have had second thoughts many times.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Always in the Shop! Stay Away

Volvo XC-90, 05/25/2008
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 7 people found this review helpful

I was fooled into buying the XC-90 after the arrival of our first child. Truth is, this has been the worst car we've ever purchased. It drives, but constantly in the shop for several issues, including AC problems, allignment issues, electronics, mechanical, and at one point, they had to replace both front axles completely! Don't be fooled by the safety recommendations, all newer luxury SUV's have good overall safety ratings. Further, the car has horrible traction control in rainy conditions. If you do decide to purchase, please buy the AWD. I do not let my wife and child drive this car when it rains.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Not Impressed

JZ, 09/26/2008
2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 7 people found this review helpful

I leased this vehicle and I'm glad I leased it and not purchsed! Looking forward to giving it back! The seats are uncomfortable, at least the driver seat is. Blind spots, visiblity isn't the greatest! I owned a Ford Explorer prior to this lease and I plan to go back to the Explorer once this lease is up! I also experience a delay when turning a corner and steping on the gas. It takes a second or two before you actually accelerate!

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1.5 out of 5 stars

Volvo XC 90 DOn't buy one

SAB, 05/07/2008
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 8 people found this review helpful

First of all horrible mileage, 13.6 MPG average over 2 years. We had multiple problems with this SUV, loose front end, side frame supports needed adjustments. Needed new tires after only 20K miles ??? no warranty ?? I will say the dealer was very good about everything, even though it took them 4 tries to fix one of the main problems.

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