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There are many questions when it comes to auto financing, but perhaps the most common question we receive is, "Should I lease or loan my new car?"

It can be a hard choice. Both options come with many alluring pros and just as many cons and match different types of personalities and preferences. Here are three of the many discerning factors that you may want to take into consideration.

1. Up Front Costs - In the beginning, a lease is almost always the less expensive option. Most leases require either a low or no down payment and will have a lower monthly…

Whether you're ready for summer already or you love the winter season; it's on its way. Fall is here and, along with the pumpkins, turkey, candy, and leaves, it's also brought the urgency of preparing our world around us for the impending cold weather months ahead. This preparation also includes your Fall vehicle maintenance.

Fall vehicle maintenance is simply making sure that your vehicle is ready for ice, snow, and freezing temperatures that your car will face. While there are many routine maintenance issues that we suggest, here are three that you can do right from your…

What do sedans, wagons, and SUVs, the years 2017, 2018, and 2019, and 12 different categories of vehicles have in common? They can all be found in our new Volvo inventory!

With close to 200 new Volvo vehicles available, ranging from the sleek and sophisticated Volvo S60 sedan to the ready-to-go Volvo XC90 SUV, Minnesota drivers from all over will be able to find a new Volvo vehicle that will best fit their lifestyle and specific price point.

Are you craving adventure and want to bring the family along for the ride? The new Volvo XC60 SUV is prepared to…

There's nothing like working on your own vehicle. The first time you replace your Volvo's headlight, change your oil, or switch out its brake pads, you'll feel this sense of accomplishment that only fixing your car can bring.

When you do decide to DIY your routine maintenance or repairs, you'll want to ensure that you're providing your Volvo with the best parts and accessories around: Volvo OEM parts and accessories from Kline Volvo Cars of Maplewood.

There are many benefits when it comes to choosing OEM parts over aftermarket ones. 

The technology found in a new Volvo is impressive and there's a lot of it. From infotainment tech that keeps you both connected to the outside world and enjoying the drive to the safety technology that can be both useful and life-saving, it's hard to choose which Volvo tech we love the most. Instead, we'll inform you about four of our favorite Volvo technological features and let you decide.

1. Nine-Inch Sensus Touchscreen - Being able to stay informed and be entertained along the way is key to enjoying your drive, whether it be right downtown or during the…

Compact crossovers are amazing vehicles. They take the larger SUV's power and over-all look, shrink it down to an easier to drive and more fuel-efficient size, and leave you with a crossover that can fit up to five people comfortably and yet can park in some of the tightest parking spaces in Minneapolis.

The 2019 Volvo XC60 takes owning a compact crossover up a notch by also adding the luxury and technology that the Volvo brand is known for. From the available heated Nappa leather seats to the plug-in hybrid option, drivers will love the way the Volvo XC60…

The Volvo XC90 is big, bold, and beautiful. Not only does it have enough space for up to seven people, but it also includes a plethora of sophistication and luxury features, safety and infotainment technology, and the power to get you, and your towed items, where you need to go. For the 2019 year, you can find the stunning Volvo XC90 design combined with many different upgrades, modifications, and alterations, all to make the 2019…

Perhaps one of the biggest questions that a person has when it comes to leasing or financing a car is, "Will I be able to afford this?". Before you even step foot on our lot, you can find out if that is the case by filling out our online finance application. This application will let you prequalify for financing right from the comfort of your home or office, at any time, day or night, and will let you know if you qualify for that new Volvo car, SUV, or wagon or you're better off purchasing a used vehicle from…

There is nothing worse than getting into a steaming hot car only to turn on the refreshing a/c and it does nothing but blow out more hot air. To avoid this unpleasant circumstance, we recommend having your air conditioner checked at least once a year. Trust us, when the temps rise and you're dying for a cool breeze, you'll be thankful that you did.

What's Wrong With My Air Conditioner?

There could be many different reasons why your car's air conditioner isn't working. Here's a few explanations along with their solutions.

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When you lease a new Volvo model, such as the latest Volvo S60, Volvo V90 Cross Country, Volvo XC60, or Volvo XC90 vehicles, they come with their fair share of warranties, protection plans, and more, but most of the time these warranties just include the larger items, like the engine, transmission, suspension, and technology. What about the smaller, more routine maintenance items, though?

The new Volvo Wear Protection Plan is prepared to cover the replacement on a select number of regular maintenance issues, which will help to keep your newly leased Volvo vehicle like-new.