Which Engine?

SvenAgain · Jan 13th, 2018, 08:21

Hi,
planning to buy a second hand Volvo XC60. Can't decide between the 2.0 litre FWD or the 2.4 litre AWD version. Can anyone tell me the real world fuel consumption for each of these? And are there any other factors that might sway my decision?
Thanks,
Sven

Tannaton · Jan 13th, 2018, 08:41

Do you need AWD? That’s your first decision, and looking at your location I guess it might be useful....

Deadloak · Jan 13th, 2018, 08:56

The 4 pots would be more ecomomical, but you'd need to balance that against the power you need to get the right varaint for yourself.

Best to test drive them to select.

AWD is good for handlling but with it comes a heavier car with lower mpg.

As for winter, you are probably more aware than I am, living where you do. A FWD car equipped with winter tyres is better that a AWD without them, and an AWD car equipped with winter tyres stops in the similar distance as a FWD with them on too (if you want to get precise, the AWD may take longer with the added weight, but insignificant).

scotchglen · Jan 13th, 2018, 09:44

we have 2014 xc60 2.4 d4 awd mainly driven around town with the odd long run to leicester and bedford we average 32-33mpg, admitted we havent had it that long bought it november last year and 1st time owning a diesel. the car it replaced was a 2005 toyota avensis 1.8 petrol estate which did around 22-23 mpg average on the same type of driving

Lincolnite · Jan 13th, 2018, 10:21

Mine is a 2.4 D4 AWD manual. I’m out in the sticks so 10 miles is my shortest run & im getting 45 or so. About the same on a run - if the speed is kept less than 70. Any more and it drops off .......

Tannaton · Jan 13th, 2018, 10:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deadloak

As for winter, you are probably more aware than I am, living where you do. A FWD car equipped with winter tyres is better that a AWD without them, and an AWD car equipped with winter tyres stops in the similar distance as a FWD with them on too (if you want to get precise, the AWD may take longer with the added weight, but insignificant).

This is sound advice - if you get an AWD car for winter and snow and keep it shod with summer car type tyres (especially on R-Design models) then you have largely wasted your money and will be disappointed. Yes you will get better traction when setting off but cornering and stopping will be the same.

If you don't really want to be bothered with keeping 2 sets of tyres, there are some very good all season options around now, whilst they wont match winter tyre performance in the snow they will be a noticeable improvement on normal tyres.

The weight difference between the FWD and AWD cars is only 80Kg, i.e. the weight of a passenger, but the AWD system does reduce the economy slightly because of the extra drag and mass in the drivetrain.

NigelDay · Jan 13th, 2018, 10:53

^^^ Good advice. If you are high mileage, FWD makes sense, with all-season tyres. That's what I do. It depends also on whether you drive up any serious hills where you live. I do, and FWD with all-season tyres work EXCEPT when you have the wrong type of snow. Dry snow is great. The tyre sipes grip the snow and you climb the hills easily. Well slushy snow - forget it, and having chains is no use whatsoever in these circumstances. As for deep snow, there's probably no difference between FWD and AWD except that AWD will get you further into trouble before your car refuses to become a snowplough.
I went through the same FWD / AWD debate. I chose FWD because I do 30k (private) miles a year. Has FWD let me down ? Not in winter, but on a couple occasions I have had difficulty on a steep gravel incline in dry summer weather.

scotchglen · Jan 13th, 2018, 10:55

too be honest we didnt purposely go for the awd model, test drove various models manuals and autos 2.0l and 2.4l end of the day the car we purchased was the best we could find at the price we could afford the awd was a bonus,but will be looking at all season tyres when current michalins need replacing.

Waggatron · Jan 13th, 2018, 13:13

I’ve a FWD 2014 D4 and average around 40mpg. Drops to around 35 pootling around town and up to 45 on motorway cruising.

I keep a pair of wheel socks in the boot.....but in four years have never needed them.

NigelDay · Jan 13th, 2018, 13:51

My figures: worst 40mpg, best > 50mpg. Winter temperatures, wet roads and short runs make it worse. Cruise at 70mph in good weather on the motorway and >50mpg is easy.

Jan 13th, 2018, 08:21	#1
SvenAgain Old Member Last Online: Jun 24th, 2023 17:54 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Stirling	Which Engine? Hi, planning to buy a second hand Volvo XC60. Can't decide between the 2.0 litre FWD or the 2.4 litre AWD version. Can anyone tell me the real world fuel consumption for each of these? And are there any other factors that might sway my decision? Thanks, Sven

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Jan 13th, 2018, 08:56	#3
Deadloak Member Last Online: Apr 1st, 2023 20:54 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Winchester	The 4 pots would be more ecomomical, but you'd need to balance that against the power you need to get the right varaint for yourself. Best to test drive them to select. AWD is good for handlling but with it comes a heavier car with lower mpg. As for winter, you are probably more aware than I am, living where you do. A FWD car equipped with winter tyres is better that a AWD without them, and an AWD car equipped with winter tyres stops in the similar distance as a FWD with them on too (if you want to get precise, the AWD may take longer with the added weight, but insignificant). __________________ 2017 V60 SE LUX Nav auto- Magic Blue WP/RC/DAP

Jan 13th, 2018, 10:53	#7
NigelDay Premier Member Last Online: Feb 29th, 2024 15:46 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Barnard Castle	^^^ Good advice. If you are high mileage, FWD makes sense, with all-season tyres. That's what I do. It depends also on whether you drive up any serious hills where you live. I do, and FWD with all-season tyres work EXCEPT when you have the wrong type of snow. Dry snow is great. The tyre sipes grip the snow and you climb the hills easily. Well slushy snow - forget it, and having chains is no use whatsoever in these circumstances. As for deep snow, there's probably no difference between FWD and AWD except that AWD will get you further into trouble before your car refuses to become a snowplough. I went through the same FWD / AWD debate. I chose FWD because I do 30k (private) miles a year. Has FWD let me down ? Not in winter, but on a couple occasions I have had difficulty on a steep gravel incline in dry summer weather. __________________ 2015: XC60 D4 FWD SE Lux Nav 190hp manual, Osmium Grey, 17" Segin, Tempa, Winter Illumination, Security, Family, DSP, 4C, HK Sound, Subwoofer, Front Parking, Rear Camera, Dark Tinted, Power Passenger Seat, Speed and Heated Steering.

Jan 13th, 2018, 13:13	#9
Waggatron Senior Member Last Online: Jun 11th, 2019 20:44 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Endor	I’ve a FWD 2014 D4 and average around 40mpg. Drops to around 35 pootling around town and up to 45 on motorway cruising. I keep a pair of wheel socks in the boot.....but in four years have never needed them. __________________ XC60 MY19 D4 Momentum Pro Auto, Denim Blue, Blond, Rear Camera, Rear Heated Seats. XC60 MY15 D4 SE Lux Nav, Crystal White, Winter Pack, Front & Rear Parkies. XC60 MY11 2.4D Drive SE, Chameleon Blue, Winter Pack.

Jan 13th, 2018, 09:44	#4
scotchglen Junior Member Last Online: Yesterday 19:49 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Nottingham	we have 2014 xc60 2.4 d4 awd mainly driven around town with the odd long run to leicester and bedford we average 32-33mpg, admitted we havent had it that long bought it november last year and 1st time owning a diesel. the car it replaced was a 2005 toyota avensis 1.8 petrol estate which did around 22-23 mpg average on the same type of driving

Jan 13th, 2018, 10:21	#5
Lincolnite Member Last Online: Dec 23rd, 2020 11:20 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Lincoln	Mine is a 2.4 D4 AWD manual. I’m out in the sticks so 10 miles is my shortest run & im getting 45 or so. About the same on a run - if the speed is kept less than 70. Any more and it drops off .......

Jan 13th, 2018, 10:55	#8
scotchglen Junior Member Last Online: Yesterday 19:49 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Nottingham	too be honest we didnt purposely go for the awd model, test drove various models manuals and autos 2.0l and 2.4l end of the day the car we purchased was the best we could find at the price we could afford the awd was a bonus,but will be looking at all season tyres when current michalins need replacing.

Jan 13th, 2018, 13:51	#10
NigelDay Premier Member Last Online: Feb 29th, 2024 15:46 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Barnard Castle	My figures: worst 40mpg, best > 50mpg. Winter temperatures, wet roads and short runs make it worse. Cruise at 70mph in good weather on the motorway and >50mpg is easy. __________________ 2015: XC60 D4 FWD SE Lux Nav 190hp manual, Osmium Grey, 17" Segin, Tempa, Winter Illumination, Security, Family, DSP, 4C, HK Sound, Subwoofer, Front Parking, Rear Camera, Dark Tinted, Power Passenger Seat, Speed and Heated Steering.

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