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Originally Posted by XC90Diesel

I had made a special trip to my local Volvo dealership, with regards to this disturbing smell. Believe it (more likely) or not, they didn't know what was causing it, and thought the car was just 'bedding in'.

5000 miles on and it is still making the smell .... so I enquire with the excellent independent Volvo specialist / local mechanic, who services my ageing V70 beautifully - he tells me exactly what you have outlined above. Phew!

Indeed, why is there not special mention of this on collecting the vehicle.

As above, with GAP insurance etc on a new car, I have had some degree of peace of mind (but it's not exactly comforting to think my wife and kids could be out when it spontaneously combusts)! They don't come with a warranty. We've even thought of getting rid of the car even though otherwise we love it!

Can now rest in peace.

Incidentally, I'm sure most of you are aware, it is the DPF which kills fuel economy - how crazy is that. I know it is lighter, but our V70 will do 50mpg without breaking a sweat (vs 29.5mpg for the XC90 when driven most respectfully over a variety of journeys).

can one of the more technically minded members explain how this dpf upsets the fuel economy ?
dave