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  • Range over 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
    If you were going to trade in a Range Rover Sport for a 7-seat SUV or estate (I now have 3 children under 4 and the RR is a bit of a squeeze), would you...
  • 7 seater car 9 Jun 2022 (Forum)
    buggy in there somewhere too. I’m considering volvo xc90, kia sorento at the moment but any other suggestions or advice welcome. thank you in advance
  • I never knew that about Volvos 28 Jan 2009 (Forum)
    I'm talking about model numbers. Did you know even numbers are saloons and odd numbers are hatchbacks/estates? So a C30 is a hatch, an S40 a saloon, a V50 an estate, an S60 a saloon, a V70 an estate, an S80 a big saloon and an XC90 a big estate. So what's a 99? An ice cream with a flake
  • Volvo XC90 (2002 - ) - I'm getting used to it! 9 Feb 2010 (Forum)
    I have had the Volvo XC90 just under two weeks and have driven about 700 miles which for me is a lot. I am slowly getting to grips with it and in fact most of the issues I now have with it are down to the poor preparation by the supplying Volvo dealer. Like all diesel automatics, it need to wake
  • Volvo S40/V40 - Air Con Regas 25 Jul 2011 (Forum)
    Can any one suggest what I should have to pay to have the Air con regassed? I assume that this is the issue as even when air con is on and at its lowest we still get warm air! The car is a 2008 diesel. We also have an XC90 and the AC seems fine but wonder if i am having one done should I
  • Volvo S60 (2000 - 2009) - 2004 D5 Axle Ping 2 Jan 2009 (Forum)
    Can anyone advise me of how i can erradicate an intermittent clunk sound from the front suspension. Other forums suggest replacing the drive shaft bolts with the XC90 ones as they have a rubber gromitt which minimise the vibration/noise. However, my local Volvo dealer argues
  • Engine/water clearly don't mix 25 Nov 2004 (Forum)
    Hit a deep puddle yesterday in my XC90, causing a bow wave of water over the car and clearly into the engine bay. A few seconds later the engine got sluggish and a 'Service needed' warning came up on the instrument panel. I stopped a mile or so up the road, let the engine idle, then switched it off
  • I want a Lexus RX450h to replace my car, but the infotainment system looks so outdated - is an upgrade expected soon? 12 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
    I quite fancy a Lexus RX450h to replace my Mercedes-Benz ML-Class with a more comfortable and stylish drive, but it looks so outdated without CarPlay,...
  • Volvo XC60 misfire 10 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I run a 2010 Volvo XC60 and find it hard to get any really truthful in-depth information relating to them. The problem I have is ether a misfire under...
  • Any - Gadgets on some new cars 24 Sep 2016 (Forum)
    Just had a week with a brand new Volvo XC90 as a courtesy car. The number of driving aids is mindblowing from blind spot assistance, all round cameras, automatic parking...daren't try that...mirrors that dip themselves, headlights turning round corners, lane assist, adaptive cruise control, do
  • Best 4 x 4 for low car insurance for young driver 20 Jul 2022 (Forum)
    low insurance, I like Volvo XC90, but I doubt they could be considered trendy! Any suggestions?
  • Smooth and quiet estate or 4x4 for under £6500 28 Mar 2021 (Forum)
    are an issue, so long as they're insulated from the cabin. Could people please recommend quiet and smooth estates or 4x4 for under £6500? I'm considering:   Volvo v70, xc70, xc90 Mercedes E Class Citroen C5 Land rover discovery 3
  • Nissan X-Trail - Family SUV recommendations - £25k 22 Aug 2016 (Forum)
    Hi all, In anticipation of the new arrival of our 3rd baby I am looking to upgrade our 2010 Skoda Superb Combi to a 7-seater SUV. Budget is £25k flexible and the prime contenders seem to be a nearly-new Nissan X-Trail or a 2013/2014 XC90. I am looking for opinions
  • Best 7 seater 4x4 or similar? 5 Jul 2013 (Forum)
    in. 4x4 desirable as we tow a kayak trailer from time to time. I also like the 'height' of a 4x4 type car. Considering xc90 or x5. But also an s-max. Any thoughts or other suggestions? Thanks
  • What £60k car should I suggest for my mum? 26 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
    My mum has a Nissan Qashqai and would like to replace it. A high driving position is a must for her, as is an automatic gearbox, she would like a high...
  • Are there any seven seat hybrids? 29 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking for a possible replacement to my current seven-seater Toyota Verso. Are there any hybrids? Fuel efficiency will be really helpful. If it drives...
  • Volvo V70 - collision update 10 Sep 2016 (Forum)
    , inspector has found more damage to door frames etc. Given another courtesy car...brand new XC90. Value of my car about £7.5k ...V70 2008. Estimated cost so far. Repairs to mine...ongoing...£5k. Hire of S class for 2 months around £7k, now XC90 on hire for two days and no end in sight
  • Which SUV for a school run? 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking for a second-hand SUV for my wife to do the school run in. I don't want to spend a fortune but want something comfortable that is not thirsty....
  • Which large SUV is capable of towing a large caravan? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am buying a large caravan and would appreciate your advice on which large car would suit my needs and budget with which to tow it. I can go up to about...
  • Can you recommend a suitable car for a young family with three children? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Sometime during 2012 our family will have an addition and we will then have three children under the age of two years old. The current car will need to...
 

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