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Originally Posted by Kev0607
I wouldn’t touch the D4 with a barge pole, that’s if it’s a 4 cylinder D4. They suffer from oil consumption issues, EGR issues, EGR cooler problems. They made modifications in 2017, so if you really want a D4, go for a 2017 plate onwards. That being said, I still think you’re better off with a 5 cylinder engine. If ULEZ doesn’t matter, the 5 cylinder D5 is more frugal… just a better engine, although dearer on road tax and fuel consumption isn’t as good. The 5 cylinder D5 is the best engine Volvo ever made.
If you want comfort, then standard suspension is better for you.
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The standard suspension cars also have greater ground clearance than the R Design, so that might also be important for you.
Some 16-reg and 66-reg cars have engines with the redesigned pistons and rings, but some don't. Hence, obtaining the engine number is essential. When looking for my good lady's current car, I identified possible candidates, and in every case and whatever the year, I asked for the engine number just to be certain.
I would also encourage test driving both the D3 and the D4 to work out which one has the more suitable driving characteristics, especially when wanting to move off in a hurry (if that's an important consideration). I just found the D3 to be slightly more driver-friendly under such circumstances.