Driving Impressions
Volvo's smallest wagon is just as refined and tightly built as the bigger V70, if a bit snug inside. Performance is a strong point with the turbocharged model, but the T5's ride can get rough on harsher surfaces and a little jittery even when rolling through moderate imperfections. The T5's manual gearbox operates easily, and Volvo's automatic operates smoothly. An all-wheel-drive V50 behaved admirably on snow and ice.
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Changing wheels
Location of the jack
The jack is located in the center under the rear
hatch in the cargo area floor. Lift this hatch and
release the retaining strap to slide out the jack.
The rear section of th ...
Seeing, Being Seen & Being Heard
Visibility is good in the C30, even bordering on exceptional. I didn't find
any objectionable blind spots, though the side mirrors could be a bit larger.
In addition to being a distinguishing des ...
Steering, brakes and transmission
The Volvo XC90 is as easy, responsive and rewarding to drive as a regular
Volvo saloon or estate model. Its torsionally rigid body, transverse engines and
All Wheel Drive combine to create almost ...