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    Volvo Problems

    Are you having problems with your Volvo? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Volvo issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Volvo in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Is a Volvo C70 or Jaguar X-Type a good first budget car in Australia?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 21 December 2017

    I wouldn’t recommend either of them as a budget buy, unless you have deep pockets. They are both too old. While they might not be very exciting, a car from one of the big Asian brands, such as Mazda or Toyota, would be a much better choice for someone with a limited budget.

    Is a 2018 Volvo XC60 Hybrid suitable to tow a caravan?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 15 September 2017

    From what we can establish the towing rating of the XC60 T8 hybrid is around 1600 kg, which would mean it wouldn’t tow your caravan.

    Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Maserati, Volvo models recalled
    By Robbie Wallis · 4 September 2017
    Ford has recalled 8878 examples of its Kuga mid-size SUV over a potential fire risk.
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    Massive electrical fault on 2014 Volvo XC70
    Answered by Graham Smith · 28 August 2017

    We haven't heard of any other reports of this, but it sounds serious. I would ask Volvo for an explanation of what happened and why. Seems an investigation is warranted.

    Leaky windscreen on 2012 Volvo XC60
    Answered by Graham Smith · 28 August 2017

    Windscreens do occasionally leak, and there are a number of possible causes. Unless you can prove that it was a manufacturing or installation fault there’s not a lot you can do except pay the money and replace it. Rather than go through the dealer you could try one of the windscreen companies, which should be cheaper.

    Subaru Forester vs Volvo XC60
    Answered by Graham Smith · 19 June 2017

    It depends on the condition and kays of the Volvo. I would expect a 2012/2013 XC60 to have done on average 60,000 to 80,000 km. At that mileage it should still have plenty of life left in it, but it is closer to the end of the road than a new Forester would be. If you chose with your heart you’d take the Volvo, but your head would tell you to buy the Subaru.

    Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Volvo models headline latest recalls
    By Justin Hilliard · 19 June 2017
    The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued its latest round of recalls, with models from Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia and Volvo impacted by the recent safety notices.
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    Used Volvo C30 review: 2007-2013
    By Stephen Corby · 26 May 2017
    Volvo C30 is a small coupe from the renowned Swedish car marque, Designed as part of its plan to get away from its 'sensible but boring' image.
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    Used Volvo XC90 review: 2003-2015
    By Ewan Kennedy · 24 March 2017
    The Volvo XC90 is more of a people mover than an SUV. Which makes sense because very few SUV buyers fall into the ‘I dream of crossing the Simpson Desert one day’ category. It was launched here in August 2003 and wasn’t discontinued until August 2015, albeit with several makeovers during that 12 year period. The
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