I have a 2010 Honda Fit that I've been using like a pickup truck. It's a great reliable beater, but I find it to be a bit underpowered, and generally unpleasant for longer highway trips.


I've been considering getting a manual C30 T5 to complement it, and keeping the Fit for backup, and trips to tractor supply and the hardware store. I'd expect the Volvo must be quieter, have better seats, and a nicer ride. I'm pretty tall, and have found a 2 door would be preferable to the 4 door Fit because the longer glass improves visibility by keeping the B pillar from being positioned directly in my periphery.


My car previous to the Fit was a 1989 Acura Integra which I really loved. I admire the utility of the Fit, but only tolerate it's comfortability. All to say I don't believe my standards are extremely high. I've never had a nicer car, but would like a much nicer driving experience, and want to know if the Volvo would provide that, and if so in what ways?