What alternative

tompip · Feb 13th, 2018, 09:56

In relation to the post “work ld you buy another Volvo “ , what would be a good alternative

tompip · Feb 13th, 2018, 09:57

Sorry
That should say would you buy another Volvo

WABB · Feb 13th, 2018, 10:00

This is a very good question - I currently drive one of the last 'old' XC60s and am not sure I will replace with another Volvo. This is not because of any dissatisfaction with the XC60 (far from it) but rather all the current XC range feel overloaded with technology/features I am unlikely to use but am required to pay for to get the features I do want. Looks like I will be doing lots of research before I buy!

tompip · Feb 13th, 2018, 10:06

Yes I agree there seems to be a lot on current and ongoing issues and concerns wither the latest XC60 models which is slightly off putting and like you it is time to research

SuffolkBoy · Feb 13th, 2018, 12:03

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Originally Posted by tompip

Yes I agree there seems to be a lot on current and ongoing issues and concerns wither the latest XC60 models which is slightly off putting and like you it is time to research

Not sure what you mean, I have no ongoing issues or concerns with my new XC60 - very pleased with it so far. I was very pleased with my 2 previous XC60's, but the new one is a real step up in fit and finish.

NigelDay · Feb 13th, 2018, 12:13

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Originally Posted by WABB

This is a very good question - I currently drive one of the last 'old' XC60s and am not sure I will replace with another Volvo. This is not because of any dissatisfaction with the XC60 (far from it) but rather all the current XC range feel overloaded with technology/features I am unlikely to use but am required to pay for to get the features I do want. Looks like I will be doing lots of research before I buy!

The problem is that most manufacturers 'tailor' the options list to make it difficult to cherry pick exactly what you want. JLR are the worst at this, locking out some options until you ascend the specification tree higher than you want to. Audi used to be best, as it was possible to option a Q5 SE to be virtually the same as a Q5 Sport without having to 'accept' the hard Sport suspension. Life was simple then with only an SE and a Sport to choose from, but then the options list was VERY long.

craigv60 · Feb 13th, 2018, 17:57

If and when Volvo get their petrol-electric plugin hybrid cars sorted and launched, I would certainly consider having another one.

The reason I moved away, having had & enjoyed two V60s in a row, was that Volvo did not have a competitive plug-in hybrid. The PHEV twin-engine V60s have ridiculously high lease costs and are crap on company car tax because they're diesels.

Dtmorgan · Feb 14th, 2018, 21:56

Having owned several Volvos, including picking one up from the factory in Gothenburg, I didn't buy another after my last V60. I was disappointed in the high depreciation and moved to well known German brand.

GuidoBrunetti · Feb 15th, 2018, 16:26

I'm going to have a serious look at a Skoda Karoq (XC40) or Kodiaq (XC60). They have a better range of engines, especially petrol, and the interior fit and finish is superb if a little unexciting. Had a look at a Karoq today and couldn't believe how up-market the interior looks.

andrewpain · Feb 15th, 2018, 20:13

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Originally Posted by SuffolkBoy

Not sure what you mean, I have no ongoing issues or concerns with my new XC60 - very pleased with it so far. I was very pleased with my 2 previous XC60's, but the new one is a real step up in fit and finish.

still enjoying it, then?
:-)

Feb 13th, 2018, 09:56	#1
tompip Senior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 19:00 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: northumberland	What alternative In relation to the post “work ld you buy another Volvo “ , what would be a good alternative __________________ 2011 XC60 Sapphire Black R Design D5 AWD, manual, winter pack, NAV, privacy glass, 18" Ixion wheels.

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tompip Senior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 19:00 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: northumberland	Repeat Sorry That should say would you buy another Volvo __________________ 2011 XC60 Sapphire Black R Design D5 AWD, manual, winter pack, NAV, privacy glass, 18" Ixion wheels.

Feb 13th, 2018, 10:06	#4
tompip Senior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 19:00 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: northumberland	What next Yes I agree there seems to be a lot on current and ongoing issues and concerns wither the latest XC60 models which is slightly off putting and like you it is time to research __________________ 2011 XC60 Sapphire Black R Design D5 AWD, manual, winter pack, NAV, privacy glass, 18" Ixion wheels.

Feb 15th, 2018, 16:26	#9
GuidoBrunetti Junior Member Last Online: Apr 21st, 2024 21:03 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Worcester	I'm going to have a serious look at a Skoda Karoq (XC40) or Kodiaq (XC60). They have a better range of engines, especially petrol, and the interior fit and finish is superb if a little unexciting. Had a look at a Karoq today and couldn't believe how up-market the interior looks. __________________ MY16 XC60 D4 FWD SE LUX NAV Geartronic, Ice White, Soft Beige leather, Winter pack, front and rear sensors, rear camera

Feb 13th, 2018, 10:00	#3
WABB Volvo Owner Last Online: Today 11:39 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Edinburgh	This is a very good question - I currently drive one of the last 'old' XC60s and am not sure I will replace with another Volvo. This is not because of any dissatisfaction with the XC60 (far from it) but rather all the current XC range feel overloaded with technology/features I am unlikely to use but am required to pay for to get the features I do want. Looks like I will be doing lots of research before I buy!

Feb 13th, 2018, 17:57	#7
craigv60 Master Member Last Online: Dec 28th, 2022 17:28 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Macclesfield	If and when Volvo get their petrol-electric plugin hybrid cars sorted and launched, I would certainly consider having another one. The reason I moved away, having had & enjoyed two V60s in a row, was that Volvo did not have a competitive plug-in hybrid. The PHEV twin-engine V60s have ridiculously high lease costs and are crap on company car tax because they're diesels.

Feb 14th, 2018, 21:56	#8
Dtmorgan Junior Member Last Online: Sep 27th, 2022 16:07 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Oxford	Having owned several Volvos, including picking one up from the factory in Gothenburg, I didn't buy another after my last V60. I was disappointed in the high depreciation and moved to well known German brand.

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