SE vs R-design - Page 2

ianu · Feb 24th, 2011, 21:06

....17" rims - what pot holes ?? :-)

sumomeister · Feb 24th, 2011, 22:03

Slightly off topic, but talking of tyres etc.

I saw a lowered Golf today, driving over those yellow lines telling you to slow down (approaching a roundabout) and it was lowered so much, the guys inside looked like he was in a liquidizer !!

I barely noticed the lines lol !

Britsud · Feb 24th, 2011, 22:17

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Originally Posted by MtillingVolvo

I don't think there is a huge difference in the ride. Obviously the R-Design is a little firmer with the 19" Alloys (which means slightly higher tyre prices when it comes to changing them) and slightly stiffer suspension.

The R-Design also comes with Speed Dependant Steering as standard, which is nice at slow speeds, but gives a little less feel at around 30-50mph in my opinion. Active Xenons are nice item to have as well, but more use around dark, bendy, country roads, rather than in London.....

Get down to your local dealer and have a drive in both!

There is a big differance in the two models driving dynamics and its not just down to the wheel size. Cant speek for the new exec but the old one was super comfy. The R'design has stiffer anti roll bars and is a harsher ride but it does handle superb. I like the seats blue clocks, three spoke steering wheel and the look of the R design myself. Just not the 'no spare wheel ' now.

Just come back from boat'n'caravan show and they have an xc90 along side an xc60 and it was a suprise how much bigger the 90 was next to the 60.

Bri, Just personal oppinion only .!!

RoyMacDonald · Feb 24th, 2011, 23:18

You've answered yourself really. If you prefer looks over comfort get the R design. If you want smoothness, comfort and the ability to iron out London potholes get the SE. If you want a bit extra comfort take notice of Ian and specify 17" wheels for the SE.

The Painter · Feb 25th, 2011, 08:20

I remember the first demonstrator I drove was an active with 17" wheels, this was the best ride of them all.

pdrvolvo · Feb 25th, 2011, 08:44

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Originally Posted by XC60Monkey

I'm currently an XC60 owner looking to trade up in size due to the arrival of extra kids and thus with great reluctance I'm going to have to say goodbye to my D5SE. I'm currently considering a new XC90 SE or R-Design and was wondering if anyone who has driven them side by side can tell me if there is much difference. I'm no bothered about a sporty ride, just smoothness, comfort and the ability to iron out London potholes. I'm guessing the SE would be the sensible choice but I much prefer the look of the R-Design.

i usually just toss a coin its quicker.

peter.

XC60Monkey · Feb 25th, 2011, 12:19

Thanks for all of the advice guys - sounds like the SE with the smaller whells for me. Which of the alloy options are most recessed from the tyre edge (i.e. scuff proof) - 18" camulus, 18" situla or 17" neptune. Also, any suggestions for SatNavs which can be permanently mounted (including power) other than the list option (which I think is very overpriced).

reggie59 · Feb 25th, 2011, 14:29

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Originally Posted by XC60Monkey

Thanks for all of the advice guys - sounds like the SE with the smaller whells for me. Which of the alloy options are most recessed from the tyre edge (i.e. scuff proof) - 18" camulus, 18" situla or 17" neptune. Also, any suggestions for SatNavs which can be permanently mounted (including power) other than the list option (which I think is very overpriced).

Not sure about recess but you are less likely to kerb the 17"
Simply because it take a higher pavement to Do so

The Painter · Feb 25th, 2011, 16:38

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Originally Posted by XC60Monkey

Thanks for all of the advice guys - sounds like the SE with the smaller whells for me. Which of the alloy options are most recessed from the tyre edge (i.e. scuff proof) - 18" camulus, 18" situla or 17" neptune. Also, any suggestions for SatNavs which can be permanently mounted (including power) other than the list option (which I think is very overpriced).

I have the Camulus 18" which is standard fit for the SE, the wheel sits in a fair way from the tyre, you would have to do something very dramatic to mark the wheel.

ianu · Feb 25th, 2011, 18:18

The outer face of the 17's is slightly recessed compared to the 18's I believe. You can see this if you take a quick look at one of my photos further down in this thread..: http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=116739

They're still pretty large tyres though even on the 18's - pays your money takes your choice. Go with what you like the look of and watch out for high kerbs :-)

Cheers
Ian

Feb 24th, 2011, 23:18	#14
RoyMacDonald VOC Member Last Online: Feb 1st, 2023 11:27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rye, East Sussex View Photos By: RoyMacDonald	You've answered yourself really. If you prefer looks over comfort get the R design. If you want smoothness, comfort and the ability to iron out London potholes get the SE. If you want a bit extra comfort take notice of Ian and specify 17" wheels for the SE. __________________ 1984 245 SE 1986 345 SE Auto 1991 940 TD Auto 2003 XC90 D5 SE AWD Geartronic2002 V70 D5 SE Auto 2014 V40 D2 SE Tiptronic Cross Country 2017 V40 D2 Cross Country Geartronic Pro 2015 XC60 D5 Polestar SE Lux Nav AWD Geartronic

Feb 24th, 2011, 21:06	#11
ianu Premier Member Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 18:32 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bicester View Photos By: ianu	....17" rims - what pot holes ?? :-)

Feb 24th, 2011, 22:03	#12
sumomeister Member Last Online: Jan 18th, 2013 07:54 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cardiff	Slightly off topic, but talking of tyres etc. I saw a lowered Golf today, driving over those yellow lines telling you to slow down (approaching a roundabout) and it was lowered so much, the guys inside looked like he was in a liquidizer !! I barely noticed the lines lol !

Feb 25th, 2011, 08:20	#15
The Painter Senior Member Last Online: Dec 20th, 2015 16:07 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Wisbech	I remember the first demonstrator I drove was an active with 17" wheels, this was the best ride of them all.

Feb 25th, 2011, 12:19	#17
XC60Monkey Junior Member Last Online: Nov 28th, 2013 12:02 Join Date: May 2009 Location: London	Thanks for all of the advice guys - sounds like the SE with the smaller whells for me. Which of the alloy options are most recessed from the tyre edge (i.e. scuff proof) - 18" camulus, 18" situla or 17" neptune. Also, any suggestions for SatNavs which can be permanently mounted (including power) other than the list option (which I think is very overpriced).

Feb 25th, 2011, 18:18	#20
ianu Premier Member Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 18:32 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bicester View Photos By: ianu	The outer face of the 17's is slightly recessed compared to the 18's I believe. You can see this if you take a quick look at one of my photos further down in this thread..: http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=116739 They're still pretty large tyres though even on the 18's - pays your money takes your choice. Go with what you like the look of and watch out for high kerbs :-) Cheers Ian

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