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Volvo has made a real effort to improve both the practicality and luxury of the V70 cabin, though this has been a stiff challenge, given the excellence of the old car.

The texture of the upper dashboard and some splashes of aluminium improve the quality aura, as does the sumptuousness of the seats. They look particularly luxurious in the Cranberry leather of our test car, whose so-called ‘Modern wood’ decor also appeals.

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Used to own an S60 - got rid of it, because it was very unsafe. OK, it had enough air bags and safety zones to protect you if you fell off a cliff, but severely lacked 'proactive safety' i.e. features which stop you getting into trouble in the first place. The handling was terrible, it could not go round corners, and the brakes were lacking. It also leaked every time you whent through a car wash, which the service centre was unable to fix. Really hope that Volvo have got it right this time, and live up to their brand promise - this is a Brand I would love to love.