Volvo S40/V50 (new)
Overall Average Rating - 83.75%
Position in the Top 100 cars - 45th
As in previous years, this duo’s results were a mixed bag. On the positive side, 29th for ride is good, while fourth for comfort proves that, when it comes to seats, there are few companies that can rival Volvo. Sadly, unflattering scores elsewhere undo all that good work: a very disappointing 88th for practicality suggests that both the S40 and V50 are far from ideal family hold-alls.
Ratings
Position in the Top 100 cars
Reliability: 56th
Build Quality: 41st
Running Costs: 92nd
Performance: 51st
Braking: 54th
Ride Quality: 29th
Handling: 51st
Practicality: 18th
Comfort: 42nd
Ease of Driving: 14th
Manufacturer Verdict (Position - 12th)
Got a long journey to make? You need a Volvo – it’s just one place behind Lexus for comfort. However, ownership continues to put a big hole in your pocket, keeping it out of the top 10.
