Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin (2024) review
May 2023:
Updates to the Volvo XC40 extend the range and improve rapid charging.
(International first drive review)
May 2023:
Updates to the Volvo XC40 extend the range and improve rapid charging.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2022:
Entry point to electric Volvo XC40 line-up really does prove that less is more.
(Irish review)
Apr 2022:
Volvo's plug-in XC60 now has more electric range. Is that enough to push it to the top of its class?
(Irish review)
Nov 2021:
The Volvo C40 Recharge matches the performance of the electric XC40 and represents a new era for the Swedish company.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2021:
Volvo puts an all-electric model on sale in Ireland. What's the XC40 Recharge 'P8' Twin like?
(Irish review)
Dec 2020:
Can Volvo's latest V60 Cross Country make a more compelling case for itself than a conventional estate or SUV?
(Irish review)
Apr 2020:
There’s a new plug-in hybrid version of the Volvo XC40 SUV on sale. Worth the price of entry?
(Irish review)
Jan 2020:
Volvo's slinky S60 saloon looks hopelessly gorgeous, but will its petrol-only line-up chime with Irish buyers?
(Irish first drive review)
Dec 2019:
The ultimate version of the Volvo XC60 SUV is the T8 hybrid with a sprinkling of Polestar.
(Irish review)
Sep 2019:
A modest facelift for the Volvo XC90, but it’s the mild-hybrid tech that’s important.
(Irish review)
Sep 2019:
When Volvo said it was going ‘all-electric’ by 2020, it didn’t mean pure EVs. Here’s the B4 hybrid diesel.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2019:
The plug-in hybrid drivetrain comes to the Volvo V60 estate range. Is it any good?
(International first drive review)
Apr 2019:
Radically, the new Volvo S60 saloon will never have a diesel engine. We've driven the T5 petrol version to start with.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2019:
Lovely looks, stunning interior... but low-speed ride means R-Design isn’t the V60 of choice.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2019:
Volvo gives its gorgeous V60 estate the Cross Country makeover. Yes please.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2018:
The Volvo V60 isn't just a rival to premium German cars, but to mid-size SUVs too.
(Irish review)
Sep 2018:
Volvo’s handsome 4WD estate gets the Ocean Race treatment, but is that enough to reel you in?
(Irish review)
Jul 2018:
Future-proofed Volvo is one of the better plug-in hybrids we’ve tried so far.
(Irish review)
Jul 2018:
The Volvo XC40 SUV makes for a wonderful package, but comes with a hefty price tag.
(Irish review)
May 2018:
You can't (technically) buy one yet, but the Volvo V60 T6 makes for a very pleasing Q-car.
(International first drive review)
May 2018:
The new Volvo V60 is probably the most sensible car you can buy, but it comes with a gorgeous veneer of desirability.
(International first drive review)
Dec 2017:
Great looking and nice to drive, it's probably a safe bet that the XC40 crossover will be Volvo's best-selling model in due course.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2017:
The Volvo V90 proves that estates can still trump SUVs.
(Irish review)
Sep 2017:
It seems to be the cheaper, the better, when it comes to buying a new Volvo XC60 SUV.
(Irish review)
May 2017:
Volvo's new XC60 SUV takes a different approach.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2017:
With raised suspension and extra cladding, the Volvo V90 Cross Country becomes a semi-SUV. We take it off the beaten track for our first test drive.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2016:
Volvo's S90 has really thrown the executive car market asunder. The German defaults are no longer the defaults.
(Irish review)
Nov 2016:
Sporty R-Design looks boost the Volvo XC90's visual appeal, if not the ride quality.
(Irish review)
Oct 2016:
Mildly updated Volvo V40 is still a very pleasing car, but it's falling behind talented competition now.
(Irish review)
Jun 2016:
Volvo's new S90 slots into the premium luxury segment in style.
(International first drive review)
Jun 2016:
Even us estate-avoiding Irish love Volvo estates, and you're going to love the gorgeous new V90 reviewed here.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2016:
The Volvo XC90 gains added appeal thanks to front-wheel drive and a lower price.
(Irish review)
Apr 2016:
In spite of some serious tech, the combination of diesel and electric hybrid just doesn't work.
(Irish review)
Oct 2015:
We know the new XC90 is good. Very good. But how will it fare with Irish roads?
(Irish review)
Aug 2015:
Another niche-buster here - the Volvo S60 Cross Country is an off-road saloon.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2015:
Volvo's popular mid-size SUV gets the latest tech diesel engine.
(Irish review)
Mar 2015:
The Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid rivals those a class above.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2015:
Volvo's new big SUV, the XC90, is an absolutely stellar piece of kit.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2015:
Volvo trims back on equipment and price to try and turn the S60 into an Audi A3 competitor.
(Irish review)
Dec 2013:
Stiffer suspension and a quicker steering rack; is Volvo trying to muscle into BMW territory?
(Irish review)
Oct 2013:
Updates for the 'junior' Volvo SUV of the family make the bigger XC90 almost redundant.
(Irish review)
Oct 2013:
A front-wheel drive Volvo SUV powered by a 306hp petrol engine?! What is this alien creature?
(International first drive review)
Oct 2013:
More power than a 320d, but better value than a 316d: Volvo's new D4 model.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2013:
When frugal meets fast (looking).
(Irish review)
Sep 2013:
Volvo updates the S80 saloon to keep it fresh.
(Irish review)
Jul 2013:
Updates and a new look for Volvo's slinky estate, but is it enough to take on the 3 Series and A4?
(Irish review)
Jun 2012:
Aimed squarely at Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, does the Volvo V40 live up to its stunning design?
(International first drive review)
Sep 2010:
CompleteCar.ie is the first Irish site to drive the stylish new Volvo V60
(International first drive review)
Jun 2010:
Volvo's new S60 retains the company's core values, but adds style and dynamism to the mix. We've driven it.
(International first drive review)