Volvo V60 2.4TD R-Design Lux Nav Hybrid (215bhp) 4X4.

lonerider · May 4th, 2018, 17:32

Hello. Time has come to buy another Volvo. I have decided after sweat and worry to go for a D6 Rebel Blue.. As you may know I have a Volvo V40 with nearly 300,000 miles on the clock and it is still going strong.

I do have some questions and wondering if you folk can answer them? I am picking the car up on Wednesday the 9th May.

(1) What is the difference between Polestar remapping and Dyno tuning? Is it something that I should have both done or not.

(2) I understand this vehicle takes type 2 plug. Should I keep with my outside 3 pin plug and standard lead that comes with my vehicle or should I have a dedicated wall charger, and charging lead. What would you recommend?

(3) I am based in West Sussex and the energy polar plus energy provider does seem to have a very good coverage of charging stations. My question is, is there anything better ?

(4) Anything you think i might consider or might like to have?

Many thanks for your time and help reading this.

lonerider · May 9th, 2018, 20:54

I have picked up my beautiful V60 today. Very happy with it indeed.

Considered1 · May 9th, 2018, 21:29

Did you go for the D6 Hybrid in the end?, What year is it..

steadvex · May 9th, 2018, 22:00

You can throttle down the amps on the 3 pin charger to fully charge from solar if need be! I tend to use type 2 lead as takes 2.5 to 3 hours to fully charge, as we have a leaf as well we already have a wall charger. I find the 3 pin connector a but hit and miss with polar charge points, type 2 cable seems solid and reliable, to me it was worth the additional purchase

Had a D6 for almost a year, still loving it 👍 think you all enjoy it

Polestar tuning affects gearbox too, although I have not had it done, RICA map gives much higher power but maybe not the same driveability that the polestar gives

I use polar plus with the ev tariff from ovo, for me its good as asda's and various ncp's near me have polar charge points, ecotrcity is pointless as the v60 cannot use the rapid chargers!

Having this car has changed my driving dramatically, for the better, its powerful but strangely satisfying just gliding around in it 😁

lonerider · May 16th, 2018, 20:51

Thanks for your replies
Yeah went for the D6 Hybrid. Absolutely love the car. Best buy by far. I went for the Polestar upgrade and I have to say it's a quick beast. Very happy...

lonerider · May 26th, 2018, 11:10

My Volvo had a stage 2 paint correction to get rid of all the blemishes, swirls etc. I have also had Ceramic coating on the car. Next job will be the tyres. Hubs and Callipers that are being detailed and being painted on the 8th of June. Pictures to follow.

steadvex · May 26th, 2018, 11:15

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Originally Posted by lonerider

Thanks for your replies
Yeah went for the D6 Hybrid. Absolutely love the car. Best buy by far. I went for the Polestar upgrade and I have to say it's a quick beast. Very happy...

Did you have the polestar from the go or did you wait a short while?

Am seriously considering it, I have to wait till my insurance renewal as my current insurer won't cover it. Considering the cost on the car I don't want to risk my chances!

I've also had my ceramic coated, never done that to a car before, don't regret it! But now I feel guilty cleaning the car unless its done properly

lonerider · May 26th, 2018, 11:18

You can see what a difference it really makes

lonerider · May 26th, 2018, 11:46

From the side

lonerider · Nov 10th, 2019, 20:53

There have been many changers. The wheels and tyres have changed. Calipers are now red and have rear privacy glass. Pictures to follow

May 4th, 2018, 17:32	#1
lonerider New Member Last Online: Nov 11th, 2019 17:04 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: west sussex	Volvo V60 2.4TD R-Design Lux Nav Hybrid (215bhp) 4X4. Hello. Time has come to buy another Volvo. I have decided after sweat and worry to go for a D6 Rebel Blue.. As you may know I have a Volvo V40 with nearly 300,000 miles on the clock and it is still going strong. I do have some questions and wondering if you folk can answer them? I am picking the car up on Wednesday the 9th May. (1) What is the difference between Polestar remapping and Dyno tuning? Is it something that I should have both done or not. (2) I understand this vehicle takes type 2 plug. Should I keep with my outside 3 pin plug and standard lead that comes with my vehicle or should I have a dedicated wall charger, and charging lead. What would you recommend? (3) I am based in West Sussex and the energy polar plus energy provider does seem to have a very good coverage of charging stations. My question is, is there anything better ? (4) Anything you think i might consider or might like to have? Many thanks for your time and help reading this.

May 9th, 2018, 21:29	#3
Considered1 Premier Member Last Online: Jul 13th, 2021 21:30 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: North Yorkshire	Did you go for the D6 Hybrid in the end?, What year is it.. __________________ 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

May 9th, 2018, 20:54	#2
lonerider New Member Last Online: Nov 11th, 2019 17:04 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: west sussex	I have picked up my beautiful V60 today. Very happy with it indeed.

May 9th, 2018, 22:00	#4
steadvex Master Member Last Online: Jul 30th, 2023 19:01 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: cardiff View Photos By: steadvex	You can throttle down the amps on the 3 pin charger to fully charge from solar if need be! I tend to use type 2 lead as takes 2.5 to 3 hours to fully charge, as we have a leaf as well we already have a wall charger. I find the 3 pin connector a but hit and miss with polar charge points, type 2 cable seems solid and reliable, to me it was worth the additional purchase Had a D6 for almost a year, still loving it 👍 think you all enjoy it Polestar tuning affects gearbox too, although I have not had it done, RICA map gives much higher power but maybe not the same driveability that the polestar gives I use polar plus with the ev tariff from ovo, for me its good as asda's and various ncp's near me have polar charge points, ecotrcity is pointless as the v60 cannot use the rapid chargers! Having this car has changed my driving dramatically, for the better, its powerful but strangely satisfying just gliding around in it 😁

May 16th, 2018, 20:51	#5
lonerider New Member Last Online: Nov 11th, 2019 17:04 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: west sussex	Thanks for your replies Yeah went for the D6 Hybrid. Absolutely love the car. Best buy by far. I went for the Polestar upgrade and I have to say it's a quick beast. Very happy...

May 26th, 2018, 11:10	#6
lonerider New Member Last Online: Nov 11th, 2019 17:04 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: west sussex	My Volvo had a stage 2 paint correction to get rid of all the blemishes, swirls etc. I have also had Ceramic coating on the car. Next job will be the tyres. Hubs and Callipers that are being detailed and being painted on the 8th of June. Pictures to follow.

Nov 10th, 2019, 20:53	#10
lonerider New Member Last Online: Nov 11th, 2019 17:04 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: west sussex	There have been many changers. The wheels and tyres have changed. Calipers are now red and have rear privacy glass. Pictures to follow

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