USED Volvo C30 - What goes WRONG and should you buy one?

[@realvolvofreak]

General rule here on P1 platform. Like S40, C30, V50, C70. Dont buy 4 cylinder engines. :D 5 cylinder are Volvo ones in this platform. Either 2.4 petrol NA that will run forever. Or T5 that so fun to drive and can be tuned. If you are diesel fan, there were 2 generations. first one was 180 hp. With swirl flaps, so more issues with those, and from 2010 here was 2.0 liters 5 cylinders 150 and 177 hp versions. newer generation, without swirl flaps, but still 5 cylinders so plenty of torque. Try to avoid all the 4 cylinder petrol engines and as guys mentioned DO NOT buy Powershift box. It will drain your wallet fast.

[@BlenderedGT2]

Currently stuck with a 2.0D with the powershift, DESPERATE to get rid of it but can't at the moment and I'm dreading it failing.

[@realvolvofreak]

@@BlenderedGT2 well if they are serviced that engine has good power and gearbox is smooth in shifting. However since those has some miles on it all the wierd faults coming out. For the powershift box it is a MUST to replace the oil every 60k km. It is a bit tricky to get level right there. Since it has three cavities usually folks open the measure plug and sees that oil is coming out thinks it is full. And it is not a case. You wait until first oil drains. Then You need to add more until it comes out again. That is why most of the poweshift boxes has been destroyed. As well as not replacing the oil regulary. It uses the same oil for wet clutches that clogs the valves over the time. So fresh fluid is a must.

[@BlenderedGT2]

@@realvolvofreak Unfortunately I have my worries, the car has only covered 83k KMs but doesn't appear to have had it gearbox oil changed at any point in life and appears to have some sort of grinding sound between 2nd and 3rd. Not particularly the most fun thing to know.

[@nismoj14]

They should pin your comment. Really helpful

[@FAROFADEMANDIOCA]

Where I live, there are practically no t5 equiped with a manual, and I want a manual, there are only 2.0 manuals.

[@YarraMates]

Had a C30 in orange T5 R Design spec. Such a cool nugget. It sacrificed itself to protect me in an accident. Volvo did what Volvo does.

[@andriiosmak4913]

I owned the same one.

[@dashman1620]

....​bloody Volvo driver Haha sorry couldn't help myself

[@YarraMates]

@@dashman1620 hey now, I was rear-ended by a truck.

[@dashman1620]

@@YarraMates would you buy another one?

[@YarraMates]

@@dashman1620 they are quite dated inside so for that reason for me personally probably not, but I would definitely recommend them. Mine was a 2011 with over 160,000km and I don't have any issues.

[@russellpeters8056]

I had one. T5 Loved it once I found a specialist local mechanic . Called it 1500 as something broke every year and would cost $1500. Was called 2500 when servicing at dealer. Had the pcv issue, two expansion tanks, engine mounts, suspension parts, broken fuel cap, handbrake control module (?), battery every 3 years. Great engine and stereo (best way to deal with rattles) and unique.

[@djz3019]

I live in Lebanon my cousin bought one exactly like the one in the video a few years ago, i got to drive it this summer. I noticed that the interior and exterior aren't in good condition, and the transmission is floppy. I figured that it's just a symptom of it being a ford - volvo era car. But my cousin then told me that this car survived the 2020 august 4th Beirut blast. Then I was impressed lmao.

[@MartinJones123]

@@djz3019 It's probably more due to the lack of care and maintenance on your cousin's car making it feel worn out... Was it damaged after the explosion?

[@djz3019]

@@MartinJones123 yes he had work pretty close to the port that day and he got injured but he's fine now. The car ofc was knocked back a few feet and some panels got off. It was also broken into, some lowlife thugs took advantage of the situation to rob cars. He took it to a body shop to at least respray but other than that it held up pretty well.

[@MartinJones123]

@@djz3019 Glad to hear that your cousin was okay and yeah, that car has had a hard life alright!

[@RyanBose-t5k]

It would be great if Jim’s Segment has some rough costs of the repairs he’s talking about pop on the screen. Something to help us visualise and add up the rough costs of repairs so we could negotiate on a sale better

[@timgimmy609]

If you have one you're looking at take it to a mechanic for a Pre-Purchase Inspection first, shouldn't run you more than $100-$200. If there's one around you that specializes in european cars take it there. They will identify anything that needs repair and can give you a quote on parts/labor which you can take to the seller for negotiation, they'll take the word of an expert more seriously than your guesses.

[@trancersenergy]

CDs are absolutely going to make a come back.

[@olisenese9575]

I have pretty much the same car. 2012 R Design Polestar. As far as maintenance, it’s needed a fair bit, but saved by doing it all myself. New oil filter housing, fuel pressure sensor, coils and plugs. Also needed a new windscreen fitted as the old one leaked but insurance did this for free. The leaking windscreen caused some weird electrical issues, but cleaning the CEM solved them for me. Also with the T5, a lot of us C30 owners agree 0W40 is the best oil to use. Not many options available, but Castrol Edge meets the Ford specs needed for the engine. I know a lot of us owners on the C30 Owners Australia Facebook group complain about the front brakes being a bit weak, so I did the common XR5 Turbo brake upgrade. Gives you bigger callipers and 320mm front rotors and they just bolt in (MASSIVE IMPROVEMENT) I’m also shortly planning on upgrading the intercooler to a S60 one as it’s a pretty much straight swap and the stock C30 one gets a bit heat soaked with some spirited driving. Overall I absolutely love it. So much fun to drive daily, but more than enough power with the Polestar tune chop GTIs and older WRX’s 😂

[@SABRE2099]

That's a pretty nice Escort in Jim's garage!

[@MrSymo66]

My C30 R Design Polestar is simply exquisite to drive. Like many European cars though, parts can be expensive. Servicing can also be pricey if you aren’t handy on the tools like me. Like Adam said though, the driving experience is just sublime. Take it up to the Black Spur on a day when there is no traffic and you’re going to wet your pants with excitement.

[@mikaelwiberg2938]

Jim `s swedish was spot on😅 Regards from Sweden👋

[@vandur2322]

I don't get it. Was it built in Spain or something?

[@Sneakyboson]

Aah my first car... so many fond memories. 2007 and still going strong apart from being dinged up until I traded it in for $500 a few months ago.

[@MartinJones123]

A tip for anyone doing the PCV Diaphargm on the T5 Volvos and Fords is to have a look at the part number stamped on the Oil filter housing and buy the Diaphragm that matches the part number found on the Oil filter housing.

[@Thorold63]

Mate of mine bought a turbo petrol version for $10k it was immaculate. What an awesome car and such great bang for buck.

[@andrewr5203]

Amazing value cars - I have had a V50 T5 (best car I ever owned) a V50 non turbo (boring) and a C30 T5 (awesome). All were great - but all 3 required ignition module replacement ($800 - $1000 job).

[@_chipchip]

Interesting in the two I’ve had I’ve not had to do that on either yet. Currently have an awd v50 t5 and it’s great.

[@andymartinez767]

I've had several Volvo's, 164, XC60 and that lovely C30 T5. What a GREAT car. I dont care what anyone says, never had a problem with any of them.

[@RaymondwLin]

I have owned my C30 T5 in the UK like yours since 2016. I’ve had the windscreen resealed due to leaks but the rest, nothing broke! It’s mainly due to me doing preventative maintenance, regular servicing and kept it stock and no aftermarket tune. No rattles in mine, but I have replaced the front bushes inc arm twice already. Including all 4 springs. They seem to go through bushes like cheese. Although not expensive to do. For the money, I can’t think of anything else as interesting looks or performance wise. Where else can you get a 5 cylinder for this money?

[@ChristopherBailey-x4k]

I’ve owned 2 of these and they have been the most reliable, fun and practical car I’ve ever owned. One of them I had making 320whp and 370 torque. Such a blast to drive.

[@BPjtrj1989]

Great video, bit could you do a review on the MK2 Escort thats in the garage review section?

[@Ezra7Goldman]

Had a 2010 2.4 MT, only had to change oil, then got a 2012 2.5T and only did regular maintenance and wear and tear parts. Never left me stranded or disappointed even in minus 30C started every time.

[@smartbox123tv]

Most Volvos of every model built around 2008 to 2012 had a factory defect at the top the windscreen. The factory robot misaligned the primer at the top of the windscreen and hence the windscreen glue would not properly adhere in that spot. It only becomes apparent 5 to 10 years later when water leaks in. Most cars would have had the windscreen replaced from cracks or stone chips by now so this issue would hardly exist anymore. If your windscreen is original ( it will have a Volvo logo on it) then I would factor in the cost of $300 of getting it replaced to prevent leaks.

[@johnbu1734]

I have this issue about when my Volvo was about 10 years old. The windscreen place managed to take out the original windscreen and re-seal for under $200 including re calibrating the collision avoidance camera.

[@Landofsmiles999]

VW Scirocco esk arse end. Jim, Swedish was spot on, understood every syllable

[@OmgItsLeaa]

The rear is inspired by the P1800 ES, a Volvo released in the 60’s. Not from the scirocco. :)

[@Landofsmiles999]

@@OmgItsLeaa I didn't say or state that it was designed from the Scirocco or vice-versa. I merely touched on the similarities. Adam clearly pointed out in the clip where the vehicle found its origins. but anyway, moving on

[@phredbull]

Man, I've been waiting for this one; I love my C30 T5!

[@mx5c30]

I bought a 2011 C30 T5 M66 with 105k miles 1.5 years ago and I've since put 15k miles on it and I love it. I've had to replace quite a few things out of necessity - both front CV axles, PCV, thermostat housing, A/C compressor, coolant reservoir tank, and several coolant/heater hoses. Parts are not particularly cheap. Previous owner had done water pump and timing belt before selling it. To anyone considering buying one, I highly recommend looking into aftermarket lower torque mounts - I installed the IPD mount with delrin rods inserted, and it has truly transformed the feedback of the car. I installed the turbosmart dual-port CBV and it gave me nothing but issues so stay away from that one. A set of coilovers and sway bars will also improve the car drastically. The Polestar tune is the single best modification though!

[@liamhawthorne332]

I bought my rebel blue c30 polestar with the engine back polestar exhaust second hand for $14,000 6 years ago. That was all of the money in the world to me back then and I wouldn’t trade this car for all the money in the world now. What an awesome little car. The worst thing about owning this car is the trap that I genuinely can’t think of a car in my budget to upgrade to that would in any way be better than it. What a brilliant and fair review. You produce such great content and I only wish I’d known so that I could have at least offered a sound bite of my car.

[@NoDice-u3d]

I love my '09 S40 D5! Easily the most reliable car I've ever owned out of quite a few. Currently sitting at 159k - just needs an engine mount. Thanks for the heads up about the Harmonic Balancer Jim!!

[@thatguy8012]

You should do a video on the puegeot 207 gti theirs a actually quite a few of them in Australia so i doubt finding someone to review their gti wouldn’t be too hard, but watching this video and hearing you talk about the commons issues etc which reminds me of my pug 207 gti with their notorious problems

[@matthewt5481]

I’ve been driving the closely related V50 T5 awd in manual for about 7 years now and it’s been a great thing. Maintenance is key though and you want to find a non dealer specialist otherwise you’re in a world of pain. I fitted a turbo back stainless exhaust from Castle Hill Performance and Sydney and it’s sounds amazing 😬 long live the T5!

[@brainsmatter7067]

love a good 5 cylinder

[@johnperry7534]

Thanks That rear window is terrific it’s a hark back to an earlier Volvo from the 60’s it makes that car . It looks great from the back , I’m 63 but when I was a little kid my dad used to take me to work and he drove the CEO’s Volvo to collect the mail around Sydney and I always felt like a bloody prince in those things, at the time it was a really up market brand like rolls Royce , they were really admirable cars. Good job

[@davidhall7744]

As a long term C30 owner I am always puzzled when people complain about the tent-like boot cover, i find it a perfect solution and miles better than the hard cover alternative as it can easily be rolled up and takes up much less room if you need extra space 😉

[@markrutkowski267]

A little issue that may cause a massive problem is the bonded section on the upper radiator hose. It can separate and the temp gauge won't budge.

[@lukebatchelor9232]

I'd love to see you guys do a 208 GTI review and how it compares to the C30 and the Clio 200/220.

[@TheStigHCE09]

Funnily enough most of the time the XR5 Turbo boys are looking to Volvo for their engine parts because Ford either don't have stock any more or they're actually more expensive. Any Volvo parts guys looking at this by the way, in VIDA if you look up a 2007 C30 and plug in a B5254T3, that's your XR5 Turbo motor.

[@secretwpn]

Had a V50 - obviously not the same car, but still a lot in common. Generally it was pretty decent until the above-mentioned cooling plumbing split that went unnoticed and cooked the engine😅 Don't ask how. In cold climate it is not trivial to notice in time. The only other thing I disliked was that overly complex stereo system and lack of both: aux and Bluetooth. And if you have an interior rattle driving you nuts - in my case it was the bloody button on the handbrake lever. Took ages to find, because it totally sounded like coming from behind the dash

[@zaamuro8408]

Sat in these era Volvo's at my first Sydney motor show. That waterfall flowing centre dash still makes me wonder why it's not common - such a cool design

[@hamatg]

Great review as always! Very thoroughly researched and well presented! I agree with the come back of CD’s, the sound quality is much better than streaming/digital platforms. They are well overdue a comeback

[@andriiosmak4913]

I owned one - orange c30 t5 r design (facelift). The engine was great, but maintaining it was a problem - not many workshops want to fix them and when they do they charge a fortune. Sold it and eventually bought an MX5.

[@tadeusz1504]

I drive a 20 yo V50 2.4l with just over 200k on the clock and it still goes as good as new. Only two issues I've encountered to report. One, steering wheel lock failed luckily still under warranty. Otherwise it'd have been an expensive fix. Two, an ignition switch failure. Volvo changed it for about $400, which seems reasonable now but it was some years ago. Apart from that, V50 is thirsty around town, 12+ l/100km of the 95 octane juice for a non-turbo or 7 l/100km when cruising at 110km/h on a highway. The V50 is basically a more practical variety of a C30. There was a time I craved a C30 as a little sister to the V50 but it had to be a red one, the colour too hard to come by. Adam, V50 is a station wagon that is your favourite body style, isn't it?! I would offer mine for a review if we weren't in Melbourne 🙃

[@gabrielhuntz4527]

I have one and it's full bolt on and tuned. It is awesome and most of the reliability issues I ran into were my fault for all the modifications

[@TonuAlex]

I just love this channel.. so much quality ❤🎉

[@jim_jam_dseries]

Thanknyou another superb review ReDriven team! Could we have an EK Civic on the channel one day please?

[@jackmehoff1840]

My uncle had a 2010 Volvo S80 v8 sedan, 4.4L of pure grunt, i loved that car

[@phredbull]

That v8 is a gem! It was built and tuned by Yamaha.

[@tobias_dahlberg]

@@phredbull Yep, Volvo designed it with consultation from Yamaha, who then built the engines. Was available in the XC90 and in the S80, really nice engine. It was also used in the Noble supercar with double turbos.

[@Apex180]

Re centre arm rest, a lot of them are two tier so there is a tray under the lid. Pick of engines is the T5 or D5, the rest are best avoided. Miss my C30/V50

[@pasilinnosto6712]

Has a Volvo sedan 5 cylinder with a low pressure turbo in Massachusetts 2008. Use to dive it between Philadelphia and Boston, most comfortable drive I owned, comparable to my GM Cadillac DTS

[@POLESTAR757]

Loved my C30 when i had it but ended up hating it are not the best for build quality. i had several of the leaks mentioned in this video, CEM module issues, airbag issues, brake master cylinder which was never re manufactured so you have to buy one second hand (for RHD anyway)

[@franzchong9315]

I was looking at a regular one of these in 2021 but none were available after my previous car was written off.Settled for a Mazda 3 Maxx Sport from 2008That was unless you wanted a SP23 from those days basically top of the tree if you wanted automatic.what i found most interesting was on these if you wanted a Turbo 5 cylinder you could get an Automatic something a 3 MPS did not offer.

[@ondrejkonopasek9363]

Smaller diesel is actually 1.6. Pretty good engine; reliable, efficient and it has been fitted to sooooo many cars, so even if yours will blow up, you can still go to local junkyard and get another one for like 1000eur.

[@nidhishakkala3202]

Please review a Volvo s60 from 2015-2018 🙏

[@maxknechtel4071]

i would love a video on the 480

[@EnglishTMTB]

Volvo spec levels are broadly simple on P1's SE Lux = Top spec RDesign = harder suspension, fake leather, cosmetic changes SE = Best value (enough toys, fabric seats which are really well done) SE = You'll miss some features (even down to not having steering wheel controls, etc). The great irony is Rdesign seems to command basically the same prices as SE Lux when the cars feel practically no more capable but noticeably less luxurious.

[@MrWah79]

Redriven, great videos! Quick question : What car do yourself and your redriven mechanic own and drive on the daily? Thanks

[@BigBearBjorna]

These cars are pretty reliable. Thry might not be a ”real volvo” because it’s on the C1 platform (which includes mazda 3 and focus) but the engines are very reliable. My friends family had a v50 T5 and it was never serviced with an oil change for 5 years/45.000 miles… sold at 180.000 with basically no ownership hassles.

[@johnbu1734]

New owner will complain that the engine is unreliable (not knowing oil wasn't changed) lol

[@BigBearBjorna]

@@johnbu1734 It was sold with a stack of maintenance/repair reciepts, so they probably know the last change was done in 2019. If not, they might get a surprise when they open the canister filter or drop the drain plug :( However i will have to say most engines are pretty tolerable of neglect so it might not be too horrific. For example, The same family accidentally ran a C1 (Toyota Aygo) 30-40km with no oil on the dipstick and a relative of mine does the oil every 3 years/4-50.000km or whenever he "remembers". My previous car also had terrible previous maintenance history. All of these cars ran mostly fine. I think most problems with cars are not really engine related but more with everything that surrounds it from my experience.

[@Hello123-b7l]

Was considering buying one of these last year. Opted not to as the interior looks outdated to me. Plus the black leather interior would get way too hot in the summer time.

[@klaspeppar5619]

Never buy the Ford Power Shift. Note: the Volvo Modular 5 cylinder engine is the same as in a Focus ST and RS but the RS has a shimmed block from factory. The 2.5 liter version of the Modular 5 cylinder suffers from thin and a bit weak cylinder walls, I personally find it very perplexing that Volvo/Ford chose the 2.5 liter version, instead of making new variants of the B5244T5 (2.4 liter T5 from the P2 platform, which doesn’t have cylinder wall issues). With shimming the block on the Focus RS, they are basically fixing the issue that would haven’t been an issue if they had used the base of the B5244T5 instead. This is going to sound mean, but the P1 T5 is little more than a glorified 2.5T (low pressure Turbo), which is kind of my biggest problem with the model range, the lack of a 2.5T low pressure Turbo, that sits between the 2.4i (170ps N/A 2.4 liter 5 cylinder) and the “T5”, which is why I would recommend the D3 as the best engine option. The 1.6D and later D2 aren’t as bad as people say, in my opinion and experience, given that you do maintain them as they will not put up with the same amount of abuse as the Volvo engines, fun fact my mom once ran her 2.4 liter N/A out of oil (note this was not in a P14, but a P26E) that was before it hit 300 000kms, today’s that car has over 400 000kms on it (same engine). I’m not going to test that with my 1.6D (with over 320 000kms) and I wouldn’t suggest running any engine out of oil. But that is impressive. If you can’t already tell, I know a thing or two about these P1 cars and even more so about their older, bigger and superior brothers the P2 platform, man do I love the P2 platform (last pure Volvo platform, before the FOMOCO era which started with the P1 platform).

[@rolandkovacs3936]

I had 2 cars with the 2.5T (a focus st and currently a mondeo) Never had any issues with the cracking cylinder walls on any of them. If you tune the living hell and drive it like bell end than yeah they will crack but if you pay attention for warming up and cooling down they will last

[@klaspeppar5619]

@@rolandkovacs3936 I would the safe limit for the 2.5 (un-shimmed) is about/around 300Ps, it shouldn’t crack if you go above, but more towards higher 300s or 400s then you are asking for it, something which the B5244T5 should be able to do (400ps). But at stock power levels and up to 300ps you should be absolutely fine, unless you completely cook it, by doing something like going at it full tilt all day in 50+°C weather with no regard for the temps… not sure any car would like that.

[@rolandkovacs3936]

@@klaspeppar5619 Exactly and i love the fact that ford has used this engine basically throughout it’s lineup such as the focus the kuga the mondeo and the s max

[@stevenhearnden6103]

Don't have it anymore but I know my old V50 2.0 D powershift is still going strong at well over 200k.

[@NoDice-u3d]

@@stevenhearnden6103 Rare, but does happen. We have a few going around in Melbourne in the various variants. My D5 S40 is rare here - V50 did much better.

[@TwistedDonners]

It looks like a fun car to drive and potentially a future collectable but for myself and others I know the C30 is not quite as practical as we'd want. I see quite a lot of the T5s driving around our town and I've always thought the arse end of them looked out of place with how small the boot door is. If it was a touch bigger I think that'd improve the looks drastically. It sounds like if you stay on top of the maintenance and servicing the C30 should avoid the majority of the mechanical problems Hullsy mentioned. Good job as always guys and look forward to Sunday's video as per usual 👍.

[@eponymous7910]

I really, really liked the t5 on release but aside from the looks the focus st/xr5t was superior in almost every way (and cheaper to boot). That rear end though 🤤

[@MartinJones123]

Unpopular opinion but I reckon the Focus XR5T looks better in general... I think the exposed plastic cladding for me on the C30 ruins it, but I have seen nice looking C30s when they're lowered, etc...

Please review the V40!

[@barron204]

Looked at buying a blue C30 2.4 SE with grey leather and sunroof back in 16. Was really underwhelmed by it. Also looked at Corolla, Mazda 2,3,6 Yaris, Swift etc and felt the same.

[@downvisor]

I had a V50 with the 2.4 n/a 5 banger. Such a great car and incredible stereo system. But yeah, crap headlights and in the end it was just a bit boring for me.

[@bigclaps4718]

Please review a 2013 Civic Hatchback

[@martingifford5415]

I was in the passenger seat of a friends C30. I was in love with it instantly, which has never happened to me before. But too many problems at this age. It's for enthusiasts now. BTW, Edward Cullen drove one in the Twilight series, so if you like to play pretend...

[@Zlin0035]

I have the C30's "Predecessor" the Volvo 480.

[@Nakke144]

The T5 engine in these is indeed identical to the one in the Focus ST, but the mk2 RS engine is not. The RS version has a completely different block, crank, cams, valves, turbo etc. etc. Completely different compression ratio also.

[@Kip78956]

Never been this early before! Love your work guys ❤️

[@johnknight9150]

Hmmm, always been tempted but might keep my old Saab going for a few years longer.

[@CabinCrewBrandon]

do the C70 next!

[@kevinbarry71]

Your Swedish is perfecto

[@MJM703]

I owned this car and I still think it is the best-looking car. But I had 1.6 NA petrol and it was gutless. It was almost dangerous to drive this car on the highway.

[@ChristianVillafuerte8]

C30 R-Design driver here.... A LOT of misinformation 😭

[@DishantSharma679]

You guys need to review the Daihatsu copen la400k

[@Mike6FsK]

had V50 2.0D without any issue. Now i bought another V50 D3 and can´t say single bad word about these cars, built on Focus platform so realitevyl cheap and simple to fix and with 5 cyl diesel engine what can go wrong? DPF! :D :D I need buy new one.

[@MYMOUNTAIN_122]

This guy and his tubes getting blocked with water, same issues for every model, this particular Volvo T5 is pretty much the same shit as the focus xr5 regarding issues, both a exey to repair unfortunately, but having had a 5 pot it's definitely one of the best sounding ones out there.

[@connorpallister6653]

Volvo the world

[@user-ih7gc7dt9l]

Excellent review. I won’t be buying one. Shame as I love the looks and performance.

[@GokulkrishnaSureshkumar]

Can you do a review on W212 Mercedes benz E 350 4matic petrol (3.5l V6 2013 to 2016)??

[@samartz]

please review a v60 t6!

[@michaelwilkinson5097]

We don't get reviews like this in our UK superficial image first, Emporers new clothes. Marketed to believing, sorta way.

[@ChristianVillafuerte8]

Also this has a Pole Start tune... It's not a Polestar edition.

[@nicko6710]

Volvo T5 for the win. Mondeo Focus are better for it. . And my 850R.

[@goran2009]

Only in Australia European cars fall apart… You wonder how German/Swedish people even survive without driving Toyota…

[@andrewg2618]

Australia is a much harsher climate.

[@AdvanceRGB]

Because EU is a flat more regular place for cars bring it to Latam or send it to Australia and the EU brands just disolve as the cookies they are

[@BigBearBjorna]

@@andrewg2618 not harscher, but a different climate. The comditions, atleast in Sweden, puts most non european at a large dissadvantage. The car inspection firms used to come out with studies on reliability and around 20% of every popular models from nissans, Mazda Chevy or chrysler had already failed inspection for rust at the 10 year mark. To fail those you must be able to poke holes in beams etc. Stuff like Mazda 3, 6, chevy/pontiac trans sport, chrysler grand voyager etc used to be very popular, but now some of them are in essence all gone or the ones that are left are very rusty, some to the point where it looks like if you could get a nice enough kick you could probably get through the rocker panel or fender, lol. In comparison, seeing an old Volvo with 300.000km+ is very common. That said toyotas are very popular here and loved for their reliability and quality, but so are stuff like Mercedes and Volvo aswell for the modt psrt aswell. Volvo and and mercedes actually do well here In sweden on reliability studies if you compare them to other manufacturers besides toyota, like cadillac, chrysler, nissan, subaru, chevy etc.

[@DiscoFang]

If you look at manufacturer service data and recommended service intervals between "extreme use" vs "normal use", the hot dusty climate in Australia basically ranks as "extreme". Eg. This is specifically defined in the Mitsubishi service schedule for the Outlander.

[@AvenirRacing]

Every Euro car I've ever had here has had constant issues (or in one extreme case, blown a rod on a 45C day.) They just aren't built to handle Australia's conditions. The most reliable cars I've owned here have overwhelmingly been Japanese and post-BA Falcons.

[@bennyjbenham]

Beautiful looking car.having previously owned an xr5 before they became the dropkick p plater car with crackle map I hope the bonnet latch isn't as woeful as the xr5. Also that sweet sound is unfortunately fake

[@stevenhearnden6103]

The 1.6 diesel is a dog. I had one, the injectors gave up at 20k and the Turbo lag is horrid.

[@teppouotinen9136]

Rebirth of the 480 turbo. Too Bad there wasn't full fat C30R variant - other than the evil Cyan racing concept car.

[@makuratechnologies1187]

Can u do toyota aqua

[@super_slav91]

I love hoe they paid homage to the Volvo 480 with the rear.

[@wilfredmak6167]

Wouldn't a XR5 be a more reliable way to get that engine noise?

[@MartinJones123]

Not really, as they're pretty much the same engine wise... Though the XR5T has sportier suspension and Recaro seats so it's a sportier package overall... Also the XR5T is a more practical car...

[@edstraker8451]

Having seen it from the rear, they should have named it the 'Walmart Shopper' variant.

[@andriiosmak4913]

My windscreen was also leaking. I thought it was caused by a dodgy repair after an accident

[@johnbu1734]

It can be fixed and isn't expensive.

[@pmeyer37]

I used to love Volvo until I owned one.

[@Berserkism]

I love one because I own one.

[@ravipeiris4388]

If I purchase this car, I'll dig deep into the glove compartment to find reliability and quality 😂.

[@eyecontrol4900]

isnt this basically the same as the 5cyl Ford focus Xr5 ?

[@MartinJones123]

Yes

[@nicko6710]

Yes but other way around. It was from the original Volvo modular whiteblock. The 850 T5 and BTCC wagon era.

[@WokeSteve]

Who would have thought that one day volvo's would be cool.

[@klaspeppar5619]

They always were, before the 180km/h limiter days. Something we Scandinavian car enthusiasts figured out long time ago is that a safe and sturdy car, means a fairly stiff body and fairly good handling car. A reliable and sturdy, but slightly boring engine makes for great tuning base.. I might be a bit biased coming from the land of 240/740/940 drifting through the snow and V10 swapped 240s.

[@WokeSteve]

@@klaspeppar5619 Really.heer in the 70's Volvo's were considered a hat drivers car.

[@klaspeppar5619]

@@WokeSteve you should really dive down the rabbit hole of what tuners and Swedish hillbillies do with old Volvo’s, might slightly change your perception, either of what Volvo used to be or that side of Sweden.

[@freeagent8225]

I never lean on any car and they last.😅

[@danielnicholson6174]

Can't believe you don't mention the VIDA system that Volvo uses, any module that goes is super expensive and can only be coded using Volvo's VIDA software that only Volvo dealers have access to.

[@herbertmandicheta]

You can take hours and hours of your time just looking at it lol True

[@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310]

Day 73502 of asking for a review on that beautiful mk2….

[@palm5reader276]

Daewoo lanos next please

[@challenger_noir]

19:47 actually, that is not how you say "problem number one" in Swedish. The correct way to say it is "problem nummer ett"

[@rogersliu1200]

tHe twilight car LOL.... jokes aside. it is a Ford-period product.

[@Orvieta]

1:03 Sunroof issues. Every F* Time!

[@Chris0-58]

Yeah, they look good or make a vehicle look good but issues are constant with all of them.

[@DiscoFang]

Oatmilk ristretto?!?! Oatmilk?? When soy milk is too intense.