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C30 / S40 & V50 '04-'12 / C70 '06-'13 General Forum for the P1-platform C30 / S40 / V50 / C70 models |
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Oct 17th, 2012, 20:40 | #1 |
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V50 engine
Hi guys,
I have just joined your site as I am currently looking to purchase a Volvo V50 Diesel estate, I have been told by a mechanic that they are great cars, but avoid the model that has the Peugeot Diesel engine in it, he didn't know which model it was, but he said that they have had a lot of problems with them? does anyone know which model this is? I am looking at the 1.6D drive S (start/stop) around a 59 reg Any help would be much appreciated, thank you |
Oct 17th, 2012, 21:06 | #2 |
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Welcome to the site. I have a 1.6D Start/Stop 2010 model SE LUX. I am very pleased with it, although dont expect the fuel economy figures that Volvo quote - reaslistically I'm averaging about 50mpg of mixed driving. My previous car was a 1.9TD Passat, and although the engine isn't as torquey, its not gutless and suits me fine. I think the engine is the Peugeot unit, which is also fitted to some Ford models. Trim is good, although the build quality in my opinion is better than Ford, but not as good as say Audi or BMW. I have the light grey leather interior, and I much prefer it to the black - makes the interior seem more spacious for some reason. I have fitted a few R Design accessories - pedal covers, rear spoiler and brushed chrome mirror covers - I think the rear spoiler is a must have as it really finishes the rear of the car. If I was buying one now, I would make sure that the audio system has a USB connection. I have a Parrott MKi9100 bluetooth, and although brilliant, listening to my playlists on my iPhone is a compromise as you cant use the steering wheel controls to change volume, songs etc.
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