Article by:
Richard Dredge
There's a reason why the Volvo estate has become such an icon: decades ago, while its rivals were focusing exclusively on saloons, this Swedish car maker was making far more practical family models.
It started with the Duett back in 1953 and continued with the Amazon, but it’s the boxy 240/260 and 740/760 estates with which Volvo cemented its reputation as the maker of such cars. The firm always prioritized safety and practicality over stylish design, which was great for those who valued function over form, but with rivals offering a more complete package, a fresh approach was required. Read the full article here.
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