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Jun 13th, 2016, 10:30 | #21 | |
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I have a real downer on Contis because of the noise they make. Had them on my Merc and changed them to a much quieter tyre which made a noticeable difference. Why Volvo fit Contis as standard is beyond me; I can only assume they get them dirt cheap. See this thread for some info re tyre noise: http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=244080 |
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Jun 13th, 2016, 10:44 | #23 |
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Interesting comments re the satnav.
When I had the extended test drive, the car took me the most direct route to my home from the M1. Every other car I've owned or been in (Lexus, Honda, BMW, Merc) has plotted a bizarre route just to avoid one relatively minor road. I was pleasantly surprised that the Volvo took the route I would've used. |
Jun 13th, 2016, 11:32 | #24 |
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Just buy these:
http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=249931 Flog your 20s for probably the same money and problem will be solved.
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Jun 13th, 2016, 11:36 | #25 |
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I have 19" wheels on my Exec, but 18" wheels for my winter tyres, and the 18" wheels have always provided a quieter and more comfortable ride.
When I bought my Exec I asked if I could have 18" wheels and I was told no. They were happy to sell me 18" wheels and tyres as a winter package though, but I sourced my own and saved a few quid It does make sense to use smaller wheels - the more rubber between the road and the metal work (the wheel and attached suspension etc.) the greater the cushioning effect so less noise transmitted, and a more comfortable ride. |
Jun 13th, 2016, 11:55 | #26 |
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I complained a lot about mine both here and on swedespeed 20in momentum. I found mine were delivered overinflated and dealer overinflated after winter swap - jittery ride a crazy droning. It's not helped by resonance inside the car - I find a lot less road noise when sunroof is open. Get the pressure to correct level and whilst not silent it's a lot better - certainly improves the handling. Definitely a lot better in warm weather - at 25+ almost all noise is gone for me. I will be switching to eagle f1 first excuse I get.
As for luxury non luxury - punch Audi BMW more expensive models into google and road noise and you will always find issues on some wheel combos. It is a very silly problem to have at this price point. |
Jun 14th, 2016, 10:47 | #27 |
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Completely agree, the road noise level isn't good for this class of vehicle.
We first test drove an Inscription on air suspension and 21's, the first thing I picked up on was the road noise, and the slightly course feel on rougher road surfaces. Approx 1 week later we test drove an R-Design, again on air, but this time on 20's, and that seemed so much better, so my decision was made, we went for 20's on air. When we picked the new car up last week, there was a slight sinking feeling as we pulled away from the dealer, as within the first 100 yards I could notice the road noise. We've only done approx 100 miles so far, but on a ride out on Sunday, on a 50+ mile of mixed roads, it didn't seem too bad, maybe I'm just getting used to it! Our previous car was a 2008 X5 on 20's, 285 at the front (I think) and 315's on the back, road noise was no where near as noticeable! We also test drove new X5's and I've ridden several times in a new 2015 X5 on 22's, and none of them have the road noise of the Volvo. And then there is the Q7 we test drove, proper luxury car quietness, light years ahead of the Volvo in this respect. Don't get me wrong, my new Volvo is a seriously nice car, and I'm very happy with it, I just wish it didn't suffer this problem. We have a run down the A1(M) east of Leeds on Friday evening, where there is a section of very noisy concrete road surface, not looking forwards to the experience! :wq
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What tyre pressure should the 20" be and what decrease pressure is suggested to have some decrease in road noise?
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