Would a 2007 Volvo XC90 be reliable to buy?

Would a 2007 Volvo XC90 be reliable to buy? This one has 112,000 miles on the clock.

Sue Roe

Feb 2014 Filed under: reliability

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Expert answer

Hi Sue,

There's only one serious recurring problem and it's an issue with the diesel injectors that can be very expensive to fix. If the car is reluctant to start or accelerates sluggishly, leave it and walk away. Otherwise, you just have to make sure that it has a full Volvo service history - the XC90 is quite a complex vehicle and needs to be properly cared for, so if any servicing has been skipped, it's starting on the road to trouble. Likewise, have a careful check for ill-fitting body or interior panels. Everything should be straight and true (XC90s are high in quality) and if it isn't then you need to suspect accident or off-roading damage.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe