Comfort of an XC60 R Design Lux + 20" wheels

[yann]

Hi I have not posted for a while but do read posts every day while waiting for my XC60 SE Lux and hope you do not mind me jumping in to this thread but have now found someone with the 4c chassis option.

I saw the reply from Simon regarding the 4c chassis which I asked questions about a while back when getting help on here with the ordering of my vehicle.
I cannot get to test drive a vehicle with the 4c chassis and would like to know if Simon could tell me if he thinks the comfort mode is any softer ride than the standard SE Lux.

[simonjedrake]

Originally Posted by yann

Hi I have not posted for a while but do read posts every day while waiting for my XC60 SE Lux and hope you do not mind me jumping in to this thread but have now found someone with the 4c chassis option.

I saw the reply from Simon regarding the 4c chassis which I asked questions about a while back when getting help on here with the ordering of my vehicle.
I cannot get to test drive a vehicle with the 4c chassis and would like to know if Simon could tell me if he thinks the comfort mode is any softer ride than the standard SE Lux.

Yann. I would say that the 4C "Comfort" mode is noticeably softer than the stnd SE Lux ride with the "Sport" mode being slightly firmer than the SE Lux stnd.
It is then the "advanced" mode which makes me smile which really firms/tightens up the suspension and gives you the confidence to throw a 2 tonne SUV round corners like I used to in my younger racing days.
My normal day to day mode is the "Sport" mode with "Comfort" only used when on rough surfaced major roads/motorways when the mother-in-law is onboard.................!!

[aew003]

Originally Posted by simonjedrake

Yann. I would say that the 4C "Comfort" mode is noticeably softer than the stnd SE Lux ride with the "Sport" mode being slightly firmer than the SE Lux stnd.
My normal day to day mode is the "Sport" mode with "Comfort" only used when on rough surfaced major roads/motorways when the mother-in-law is onboard.................!!

I agree, but not only does the suspension change by selecting different modes but the steering weight does esp. when selecting Comfort. I think that the 4C changes the car for the better and is an option well worth considering.

[yann]

Hi Simon and aew003 thanks for the swift reply, I have found the se lux to be just a little firm on the suspension for me even with the tyre pressures down to there minimum pressure.

Volvo cant find me an XC60 with the 4c chassis to try so I have ordered the standard set up, but may have second thoughts after what you have both said.

I am just a little concerned that I may find the comfort mode a little soft for all my driving and do not have the standard mode to switch back to, I think the sport mode would definately be to firm for me as I have a spinal injury. comments on the modes would be very helpfull.

[aew003]

Originally Posted by yann

Hi Simon and aew003 thanks for the swift reply, I have found the se lux to be just a little firm on the suspension for me even with the tyre pressures down to there minimum pressure.

Volvo cant find me an XC60 with the 4c chassis to try so I have ordered the standard set up, but may have second thoughts after what you have both said.

I am just a little concerned that I may find the comfort mode a little soft for all my driving and do not have the standard mode to switch back to, I think the sport mode would definately be to firm for me as I have a spinal injury. comments on the modes would be very helpfull.

Personally the only mode that I find (slightly) uncomfortable is Advanced. Comfort is great on motorways, on bumpy, rutted tracks and going over speed bumps! In my opinion the "Sport" name is somewhat mis-leading; it isn't a sports setting it is a comfortable setting that provides a reasonable amount of steering wheel feedback combined with a noticeable reduced roll in the corners when compared to Comfort mode.

[AngloScot]

I drive the SE Lux Geartronic which has 18 inch rims and I find the ride fantastic, so smooth on motorways. This is my first Volvo, I previously drove BMW/VW cars. I also bought my car through DTD and got a fantastic deal. So if it's comfort you are looking for I think SE Lux is the way to go.

[ChrisL]

What car are you coming from? I'd come from 8 years of BMW M sports and Audi S Lines and found the SE far too wallowy and unengaging for me, but found the R Design Lux on 18s much better, still a lot Comfier than the previous cars but still felt I could enjoy the drive on the twisters. Can honestly say that it's lovely and even after 4 hours non stop the seats and suspension are spot on for me

[yann]

I have a Volvo V70 which I find seems a little more comfortable than the XC60 SE Lux. I wont go into to much detail on this thread because I have already had another thread regarding this.
It is not the car that is at fault but unfortunately my back.

I am just back from my Volvo dealer and it looks like I am to late to order the
4c chassis. They are going to ring Volvo about it on Monday but does not look possible.

[ChrisL]

Ok, if not sounds like the SE is the best option for you

[swishtony]

I'm in the same boat, have a bad back most of the time hence buying a vehicle with higher seating positions. So much easier to get in and out. I've been driving an Audi S6 which I love but getting in and out can be a real pain, I reckon the seats are probably about a foot lower than in the XC60!

I'm currently in enquiry phase with DTD on an SE Lux with 4C chassis, could be the way forward hopefully.