D5 200hp exec...... you guys are in for a treat. - Page 9

Clan · Dec 23rd, 2010, 23:12

although it feels effortless and hardly any throttle at 80 mph, it uses a LOT more fuel than at 60 mph where you will get the economy you expect .. do you reset your fuel computer before each journey?

zeblon · Dec 24th, 2010, 08:41

262 coupe,

Yes tried that got about 25 channels but we where on the move. I tested the signal strength and it was 0%. Will try again today. Not had the time to try all the toys out yet!

I am getting a whining noise at low speed when I turn the steering to the right between 10 and 20 degrees. Anyone had that ? Does not seen right to me.

The control for the seat functionality is in the wrong position. It is difficulty to get your hands down the side of the door to get to it. Or have I just got fat hands?

Love the car so far though. Its a lot slower then my 335i bmw and obviously does not have the handling of my honda s2000 but its fun to drive. Especially in this weather.

tahirs · Dec 24th, 2010, 11:21

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Originally Posted by FarringdonEd

Mine will be Savile Grey - so hope it's not as boring as you say!!

The missus loves it, what do I know?

reggie59 · Dec 24th, 2010, 11:25

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Originally Posted by zeblon

262 coupe,

Yes tried that got about 25 channels but we where on the move. I tested the signal strength and it was 0%. Will try again today. Not had the time to try all the toys out yet!

I am getting a whining noise at low speed when I turn the steering to the right between 10 and 20 degrees. Anyone had that ? Does not seen right to me.

The control for the seat functionality is in the wrong position. It is difficulty to get your hands down the side of the door to get to it. Or have I just got fat hands?

Love the car so far though. Its a lot slower then my 335i bmw and obviously does not have the handling of my honda s2000 but its fun to drive. Especially in this weather.

From day 1, my car (March 2010) did that noise. Dealership was pretty useless but said it was maybe rust on the disk.

The noise gradually diseapered although I still get it while reversing and turning slighly the steering wheel sometimes

I told them three times and three times they said it was all ok.

I know within warranty they will tell me it needs a new right hand brake disk and say it is normal wear and tear.

Rentagas · Dec 24th, 2010, 11:27

I thought at first the grinding/winding noise was steering related but it does just seem to come on at low speed without moving the wheel.
The seat controls are laughable since they only visible with the door open.
However the seats are the best I've ever had so I'll just get used to them I guess.
I'm having side steps and a tow bar fitted next week so I'll ask them to look at the steering.
Handling on snow is ok but is not as good as my mini with winter tyres on!. I think it's too late to sort this out this year but I'll be looking for some oem 17-18 inch alloys to put some vredsteins for next year.
Otherwise I'm very happy with the Volvo. It's certainly the best car I've had. It's very thirsty though!

reggie59 · Dec 24th, 2010, 11:34

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Originally Posted by Rentagas

I thought at first the grinding/winding noise was steering related but it does just seem to come on at low speed without moving the wheel.
The seat controls are laughable since they only visible with the door open.
However the seats are the best I've ever had so I'll just get used to them I guess.
I'm having side steps and a tow bar fitted next week so I'll ask them to look at the steering.
Handling on snow is ok but is not as good as my mini with winter tyres on!. I think it's too late to sort this out this year but I'll be looking for some oem 17-18 inch alloys to put some vredsteins for next year.
Otherwise I'm very happy with the Volvo. It's certainly the best car I've had. It's very thirsty though!

and the diesel is going up a lot at the moment... 125p at ASDA yesterday!
and you cannot claim more than the 40p a mile from HRMC, the same as 10 years ago when diesel was 65p! I heard recently that MPs can claim back 50p a litre... not sure if it is true but I would not be surprised. B.....

tahirs · Dec 24th, 2010, 11:45

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Originally Posted by Rentagas

I thought at first the grinding/winding noise was steering related but it does just seem to come on at low speed without moving the wheel.

So what happened with this? I think we've got the same thing, not whining and not steering related.

Rentagas · Dec 24th, 2010, 11:55

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Originally Posted by tahirs

So what happened with this? I think we've got the same thing, not whining and not steering related.

I think we're all in the same boat it sounds like it's either a "feature" or it's a batch of faulty components fitted to xc90s manufactured at the same time. I'm not expecting anything tbh from the dealer next week.
Could anyone who has a new 200bhp car and who DOES NOT have this problem please post!

moncman · Dec 24th, 2010, 17:19

Took mine out for a short run today and no noise whatsoever. If it is a tight joint or dry bearing it might only happen after things warm up - after a decent run or when the temp is a little higher (it was below freezing today in Lincs)

Re fuel consumption. I think we can all expect around 10% improvement once they have a few thousand miles under their belts and current stocks of fuel probably have additional anti-freeze added which will not help either. It would not appear however that the 200hp Euro V version is going to be any more frugal than a 185 as 34 on A class roads taking it easy and around 30 at motorway speeds was the norm on my 08 plate. It's a big beast with plenty of frontal area so consumption is likely to rise exponentially as the speed climbs above 80 or so.

Clan · Dec 24th, 2010, 18:20

above 60 mph i'd say rather than 80 !

Dec 23rd, 2010, 23:12	#81
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:49 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	although it feels effortless and hardly any throttle at 80 mph, it uses a LOT more fuel than at 60 mph where you will get the economy you expect .. do you reset your fuel computer before each journey? __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Dec 24th, 2010, 18:20	#90
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:49 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	above 60 mph i'd say rather than 80 ! __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Dec 24th, 2010, 08:41	#82
zeblon member Last Online: Mar 28th, 2012 23:01 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: leicester	262 coupe, Yes tried that got about 25 channels but we where on the move. I tested the signal strength and it was 0%. Will try again today. Not had the time to try all the toys out yet! I am getting a whining noise at low speed when I turn the steering to the right between 10 and 20 degrees. Anyone had that ? Does not seen right to me. The control for the seat functionality is in the wrong position. It is difficulty to get your hands down the side of the door to get to it. Or have I just got fat hands? Love the car so far though. Its a lot slower then my 335i bmw and obviously does not have the handling of my honda s2000 but its fun to drive. Especially in this weather.

Dec 24th, 2010, 11:27	#85
Rentagas Swedish Chef Last Online: Jan 29th, 2024 18:09 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Tiger Country	I thought at first the grinding/winding noise was steering related but it does just seem to come on at low speed without moving the wheel. The seat controls are laughable since they only visible with the door open. However the seats are the best I've ever had so I'll just get used to them I guess. I'm having side steps and a tow bar fitted next week so I'll ask them to look at the steering. Handling on snow is ok but is not as good as my mini with winter tyres on!. I think it's too late to sort this out this year but I'll be looking for some oem 17-18 inch alloys to put some vredsteins for next year. Otherwise I'm very happy with the Volvo. It's certainly the best car I've had. It's very thirsty though!

Dec 24th, 2010, 17:19	#89
moncman Senior Member Last Online: Mar 17th, 2024 10:03 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Grantham	Took mine out for a short run today and no noise whatsoever. If it is a tight joint or dry bearing it might only happen after things warm up - after a decent run or when the temp is a little higher (it was below freezing today in Lincs) Re fuel consumption. I think we can all expect around 10% improvement once they have a few thousand miles under their belts and current stocks of fuel probably have additional anti-freeze added which will not help either. It would not appear however that the 200hp Euro V version is going to be any more frugal than a 185 as 34 on A class roads taking it easy and around 30 at motorway speeds was the norm on my 08 plate. It's a big beast with plenty of frontal area so consumption is likely to rise exponentially as the speed climbs above 80 or so.

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