Possible new Owner - Sensus or Sensus Connect?

etsandy · Mar 7th, 2016, 10:10

Morning All,

Im looking at a journey up to look at a new XC60; it is a 15 plate R Design Lux Nav D5 215bhp AWD. My Query is I have read that that 2015.5 facelift came with Sensus Connect; but have also read about it upgrading? If I have the 2015 as opposed to the 2015.5 will my sensus update to sensus connect and as a result the olny main difference is the engine? or am I missing out on more?

Many Thanks!

andymcp · Mar 7th, 2016, 10:34

As it's a Nav version you'll get Sensus Connect - the Nav needs the Connect platform to operate (you'll also get the larger screen as a side benefit). In terms of upgrades, that's a software thing, so at the next service the dealer will upgrade the version as part of their routine. The only significant upgrade that some dealers didn't install was the one to allow the creation of an in-car wifi network from a tethered phone. A quick look through the my car menus will let you know if this has been done (under Internet Settings).

Considered1 · Mar 7th, 2016, 11:53

was that not for MY14.5's Andy.
I thought the MY15 had the functionality already,
anway it will be the latest version of sensus connect with the apps and should be updated with your service.

andymcp · Mar 7th, 2016, 12:19

Could well be - I wasn't sure, hence why I mentioned it'd be worth checking the MyCar settings. If it's there then the car has all the updates needed.

tickedon · Mar 8th, 2016, 07:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by etsandy

Morning All,

Im looking at a journey up to look at a new XC60; it is a 15 plate R Design Lux Nav D5 215bhp AWD. My Query is I have read that that 2015.5 facelift came with Sensus Connect; but have also read about it upgrading? If I have the 2015 as opposed to the 2015.5 will my sensus update to sensus connect and as a result the olny main difference is the engine? or am I missing out on more?

Many Thanks!

MY2015 should come with Sensus Connect if it's a Nav model. Non-Nav models will be stuck with the older Sensus system and smaller screen.

You cannot upgrade Sensus to Sensus Connect. However, as andymcp said, there have been various updates to Sensus Connect which friendly dealers will do free of charge.

zork · Mar 8th, 2016, 14:16

I haven't used SENSUS or SENSUS CONNECT,but as far as I see on youtube reviews it's pretty slow...So slow in fact,that's almost useless...

1.So:is it true?it's that slow?
2.Any chance of things becoming smooth with an software update?
3.Is connecting your phone(calls/contacts) part of SENSUS or it's a separate thing?

wimorrison · Mar 8th, 2016, 14:43

The speed is rather dependent upon how fast your mobile data connection is.

If you tether a phone then you have the benefit of 4g - assuming you get 4g - if you pay the additional cost to have the SIM card installation then you will be limited to 3g as that is all that the car supports.

Personally my view is that the whole connected part of Sensus Connect is a massive triumph of marketing over actual substance.

GMcL · Mar 8th, 2016, 15:23

Can someone tell me what the benefit of having the in-car wifi hosted by the car is over everyone just using the phone as the host ?

I know there is a limit of 5 devices on some Android phones (do not know if this is an Android limit or hardware specific), will the car extend this and merge communication with the phone through a single pipe ?

If not, what is the benefit of adding another layer to the architecture ?

wimorrison · Mar 8th, 2016, 16:32

Only advantage is if you have Volvo-on-call installed then you can share that with other users - but it will only be 3g

If you have have phone that can share then you would be better using that, especially if it has 4g

The only other advantage is that having the WiFi means that you can connect to your home wifi if it reaches to the car, though as you cannot upload anything to the car this way I am also struggling to see the benefit.

tem · Mar 8th, 2016, 17:21

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Originally Posted by wimorrison

Only advantage is if you have Volvo-on-call installed then you can share that with other users - but it will only be 3g

If you have have phone that can share then you would be better using that, especially if it has 4g

The only other advantage is that having the WiFi means that you can connect to your home wifi if it reaches to the car, though as you cannot upload anything to the car this way I am also struggling to see the benefit.

Please remind me, how would I "Send to Car" if I did not have WiFi?
Thanks.

tem.

Mar 7th, 2016, 10:10	#1
etsandy New Member Last Online: Jan 8th, 2019 22:32 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Balloch	Possible new Owner - Sensus or Sensus Connect? Morning All, Im looking at a journey up to look at a new XC60; it is a 15 plate R Design Lux Nav D5 215bhp AWD. My Query is I have read that that 2015.5 facelift came with Sensus Connect; but have also read about it upgrading? If I have the 2015 as opposed to the 2015.5 will my sensus update to sensus connect and as a result the olny main difference is the engine? or am I missing out on more? Many Thanks!

Mar 7th, 2016, 10:34	#2
andymcp Premier Member Last Online: Feb 20th, 2019 20:27 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Glasgow	As it's a Nav version you'll get Sensus Connect - the Nav needs the Connect platform to operate (you'll also get the larger screen as a side benefit). In terms of upgrades, that's a software thing, so at the next service the dealer will upgrade the version as part of their routine. The only significant upgrade that some dealers didn't install was the one to allow the creation of an in-car wifi network from a tethered phone. A quick look through the my car menus will let you know if this has been done (under Internet Settings). __________________ Mine: 2014 V60 D4 SE Lux Nav Geartronic Mrs McP: 2013 V40 D2 R-Design Lux Nav

Mar 7th, 2016, 11:53	#3
Considered1 Premier Member Last Online: Jul 13th, 2021 21:30 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: North Yorkshire	was that not for MY14.5's Andy. I thought the MY15 had the functionality already, anway it will be the latest version of sensus connect with the apps and should be updated with your service. __________________ Audi RS6 5.0 v10 Quattro, Sepang Blue, Dynamic Ride Control BOSE TV 572hp 20" wheels Fuel Card! MY15 Volvo XC60 D4R-Design LuxNav FWD Auto Polestar 200HP, Saville Grey,Privacy,DSP,Winter illumination,On Call,Gear Shift,F&R Park Assist & Camera

Mar 7th, 2016, 12:19	#4
andymcp Premier Member Last Online: Feb 20th, 2019 20:27 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Glasgow	Could well be - I wasn't sure, hence why I mentioned it'd be worth checking the MyCar settings. If it's there then the car has all the updates needed. __________________ Mine: 2014 V60 D4 SE Lux Nav Geartronic Mrs McP: 2013 V40 D2 R-Design Lux Nav

Mar 8th, 2016, 14:43	#7
wimorrison Grumpy Old Sod Last Online: Dec 14th, 2021 15:39 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Hampshire, nee Scotland	The speed is rather dependent upon how fast your mobile data connection is. If you tether a phone then you have the benefit of 4g - assuming you get 4g - if you pay the additional cost to have the SIM card installation then you will be limited to 3g as that is all that the car supports. Personally my view is that the whole connected part of Sensus Connect is a massive triumph of marketing over actual substance. __________________ Currently XC60 Previously XC60, V70, S40, ...

Mar 8th, 2016, 14:16	#6
zork Junior Member Last Online: Apr 14th, 2024 22:51 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Constanta	I haven't used SENSUS or SENSUS CONNECT,but as far as I see on youtube reviews it's pretty slow...So slow in fact,that's almost useless... 1.So:is it true?it's that slow? 2.Any chance of things becoming smooth with an software update? 3.Is connecting your phone(calls/contacts) part of SENSUS or it's a separate thing?

Mar 8th, 2016, 15:23	#8
GMcL 0's and 1's Last Online: Today 14:45 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: -	Can someone tell me what the benefit of having the in-car wifi hosted by the car is over everyone just using the phone as the host ? I know there is a limit of 5 devices on some Android phones (do not know if this is an Android limit or hardware specific), will the car extend this and merge communication with the phone through a single pipe ? If not, what is the benefit of adding another layer to the architecture ? __________________ 2011 Volvo S60 D3 R-design Premium - 2020 Focus ST estate automatic - 2020 KIA eSoul 150kW 64kwh EV Previous: 2005 Volvo S60 D5 Sport - 2017 Focus RS

Mar 8th, 2016, 16:32	#9
wimorrison Grumpy Old Sod Last Online: Dec 14th, 2021 15:39 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Hampshire, nee Scotland	Only advantage is if you have Volvo-on-call installed then you can share that with other users - but it will only be 3g If you have have phone that can share then you would be better using that, especially if it has 4g The only other advantage is that having the WiFi means that you can connect to your home wifi if it reaches to the car, though as you cannot upload anything to the car this way I am also struggling to see the benefit. __________________ Currently XC60 Previously XC60, V70, S40, ...

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