Any 3.2 XC70 drivers out there?

Volvo6 · Dec 14th, 2019, 15:31

Just bought one of these for my mother, who was adamant she did not want a diesel. Japanese import with mph speedo and software changed over to UK spec. Quite pleased with it.

Just wondered if anyone else has a 3.2 and what their thoughts were?

It's not a quick car, but it hums along in quite a pleasant manner and seems to suit the XC70's softer nature.

Tatsfield · Dec 14th, 2019, 17:13

Out of passing interest, can it display speed in kph for use in Europe? I know that most American cars with speedos in mph don't but perhaps the Japanese cars do.

Volvo6 · Dec 14th, 2019, 21:48

I’d have to have a fiddle to see, one little thing I’ve still to get sorted is that while the outside of the speedo dial is in mph the odometer is still in kph, which I think is a little software change that was missed initially. The screen in the tacho is all in mpg, average mph etc.

Pinchcliff · Dec 16th, 2019, 20:20

Currently in negotiation with a dealer regarding a 3.2, from what I can gather they are pretty reliable engines but a bit revvy and thirsty, the independent garage that I use described the engine as mint but warned about the gearbox, make sure it's had an oil change as Volvo claim it's sealed for life, it would appear others take a different view. £4k if gearbox breaks.

Pinchcliff · Jan 18th, 2020, 19:07

Judging my the limited response there would appear to be very few 3.2 drivers? Just finished negotiating with the dealer, picking my 3.2 up next Saturday, it drives very nice and has a very relaxed feel about it, really looking forward to the drive home, I'll report back soon.

Tatsfield · Jan 18th, 2020, 22:55

I think there are a lot more of them in North America where diesel engines have never been of much interest for cars.

Pinchcliff · Jan 26th, 2020, 20:16

Well picked up the new car from Edinburgh yesterday, great run home however when fully warmed up discovered a significant whine from the engine, only heard at low speeds. A bit a research on the web suggested switching off the AC, the noise disappeared. I assume I have a bearing problem with my AC compressor ( or maybe clutch), anyone have any thoughts on replacement costs?
Regards,
Jeff.

daveherns · Jan 26th, 2020, 21:44

Saw one in Esher Surrey last week. LHD but on a private english plate . Looked quite a beast. What engine is it?

Pinchcliff · Jan 27th, 2020, 07:34

3.2 straight 6

Semnoz · Jan 27th, 2020, 16:21

I'm sure I've seen an XC70 a couple of times in the multi-story car-park at work with a T6 badge on it.

It's on an 08 plate, so probably one of these:

https://www.parkers.co.uk/volvo/xc70...rtronic/specs/

Was it possibly an import ? (it was RHD)

Dec 14th, 2019, 15:31	#1
Volvo6 Master Member Last Online: Apr 9th, 2024 18:10 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Winchester	Any 3.2 XC70 drivers out there? Just bought one of these for my mother, who was adamant she did not want a diesel. Japanese import with mph speedo and software changed over to UK spec. Quite pleased with it. Just wondered if anyone else has a 3.2 and what their thoughts were? It's not a quick car, but it hums along in quite a pleasant manner and seems to suit the XC70's softer nature. __________________ 1971 1800E, 2019 XC40 D3

Dec 14th, 2019, 17:13	#2
Tatsfield Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 11:04 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Poole	Out of passing interest, can it display speed in kph for use in Europe? I know that most American cars with speedos in mph don't but perhaps the Japanese cars do. __________________ 2012 XC70 SE Lux Polestar 230 bhp D5 Auto Oyster Grey

Dec 14th, 2019, 21:48	#3
Volvo6 Master Member Last Online: Apr 9th, 2024 18:10 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Winchester	I’d have to have a fiddle to see, one little thing I’ve still to get sorted is that while the outside of the speedo dial is in mph the odometer is still in kph, which I think is a little software change that was missed initially. The screen in the tacho is all in mpg, average mph etc. __________________ 1971 1800E, 2019 XC40 D3

Jan 18th, 2020, 22:55	#6
Tatsfield Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 11:04 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Poole	I think there are a lot more of them in North America where diesel engines have never been of much interest for cars. __________________ 2012 XC70 SE Lux Polestar 230 bhp D5 Auto Oyster Grey

Jan 27th, 2020, 16:21	#10
Semnoz Senior Member Last Online: Nov 12th, 2023 19:03 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NW	I'm sure I've seen an XC70 a couple of times in the multi-story car-park at work with a T6 badge on it. It's on an 08 plate, so probably one of these: https://www.parkers.co.uk/volvo/xc70...rtronic/specs/ Was it possibly an import ? (it was RHD) __________________ V70 D5 185 SE Lux P3 (with rear integrated booster seats, which the kids love !!)

Dec 16th, 2019, 20:20	#4
Pinchcliff Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:23 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Gateshead	Currently in negotiation with a dealer regarding a 3.2, from what I can gather they are pretty reliable engines but a bit revvy and thirsty, the independent garage that I use described the engine as mint but warned about the gearbox, make sure it's had an oil change as Volvo claim it's sealed for life, it would appear others take a different view. £4k if gearbox breaks.

Jan 18th, 2020, 19:07	#5
Pinchcliff Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:23 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Gateshead	Judging my the limited response there would appear to be very few 3.2 drivers? Just finished negotiating with the dealer, picking my 3.2 up next Saturday, it drives very nice and has a very relaxed feel about it, really looking forward to the drive home, I'll report back soon.

Jan 26th, 2020, 20:16	#7
Pinchcliff Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:23 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Gateshead	Well picked up the new car from Edinburgh yesterday, great run home however when fully warmed up discovered a significant whine from the engine, only heard at low speeds. A bit a research on the web suggested switching off the AC, the noise disappeared. I assume I have a bearing problem with my AC compressor ( or maybe clutch), anyone have any thoughts on replacement costs? Regards, Jeff.

Jan 26th, 2020, 21:44	#8
daveherns New Member Last Online: Nov 5th, 2023 21:17 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Surrey	Saw one in Esher Surrey last week. LHD but on a private english plate . Looked quite a beast. What engine is it?

Jan 27th, 2020, 07:34	#9
Pinchcliff Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:23 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Gateshead	3.2 straight 6

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