Totally worth the upgrade. I can't explain why but having had S40s and V50s with all combinations the smallest 278mm disc setup is better than the 300mm one. 320mm is way better than both. My 300mm T5 setup kept warping discs too and the 278mm V50 and 320mm upgraded S40 never did.
I used a wide range of discs and pads and eventually decided Volvo OEM (ATE) was best in terms of performance, longevity and reduced dust emission. Many other brand pads ended up rattling in the calipers which drove me nuts.
Hope that helps.
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Present: 2009 Volvo V50 1.6D DRIVe SE
Past: 2004 Volvo S40 T5 SE
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