Looking for a new xc60

Fulham · Jul 4th, 2016, 11:54

Hi all,

A recent back injury has prompted me to look for a higher car, and since i have outstanding finance on my v70 i figured it simpler to just look at an xc90/60.

I'm looking at 2011-2014 plates, and am wondering what i should be looking for? I understand coming from Volvo direct i needn't look for much, but i want to find out the following:

- What are the major service periods

- Are there any model years to look for or to avoid

- Any decent facelifts around the periods i'm looking at

- What optional extras should I ensure I have?

- Were there any 215bhp versions of this car?

- Anything else I should know?

NigelDay · Jul 4th, 2016, 12:17

In April 2013 they launched MY14. This was the 'facelift' easily identified by the DRLs mounted low in the front bumper.
In September 2014 they launched MY14.5, with the new VEA 2-litre 4-cylinder engine. Only available in FWD. Other 5-pot engines continued.
Power outputs have increased gradually over the years.

Grimble · Jul 4th, 2016, 14:40

Just 2 weeks ago I went from a 58 plate 2.4d V70 to a 62plate D4 XC60, so I was in a very similar situation to you.
I was advised to go for a D4 as it is a newer engine than the D3. Also I wanted a powered tailgate so went looking at SE Lux spec as a minimum.
The XC so far has been great, not quite as smooth a ride on the motorway as the V70, but better visibility, more economical and very pleased so far.

Bantambuddy · Jul 4th, 2016, 16:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fulham

Hi all,

A recent back injury has prompted me to look for a higher car, and since i have outstanding finance on my v70 i figured it simpler to just look at an xc90/60.

I'm looking at 2011-2014 plates, and am wondering what i should be looking for? I understand coming from Volvo direct i needn't look for much, but i want to find out the following:

- What are the major service periods
18,000 miles or 12 months
- Are there any model years to look for or to avoid
As previos OP
- Any decent facelifts around the periods i'm looking at
As previous OP
- What optional extras should I ensure I have?
Winter Pack with Active Bending Lights Heated Washer Nozzles, Heated Front Windscreen, Heated Front Seats,
Driver Support Pack BLIS with Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning with Driver Alert Control including Active High Beam & Road Sign Information Display, Adaptive Cruise Control
Front & Rear Park Assist
Dark Tinted Windows - Rear Doors & Cargo Area
- Were there any 215bhp versions of this car?
Yes D5 AWD 215bhp http://assets.volvocars.com/uk/~/med...t.pdf?la=en-gb
- Anything else I should know?

Just ensure you test drive the models you are interested in to ensure you are happy with them but go for the best spec you can afford. SE and R-Design specs are similar but they do drive differently with R- Design having a stiffer ride. But I am sure which ever you go for you will really enjoy it

NigelDay · Jul 4th, 2016, 19:27

Just be careful with the specifications. Strange things get missed off, for example, the R-Design does not have a powered tailgate (unless you go Lux), whereas the 'basic' SE does have this. If you have a back injury, the powered tailgate could be a must.

wassap · Jul 4th, 2016, 22:28

For me the must haves are the winter pack (inc xenons), power tailgate and HK audio. I would definately go for the facelift as the car looks much more modern.

Personally i prefer the R design, as it looks to have a little more road presence (a personal preference). But you get a better choice of colours with the SE-Lux.

tompip · Jul 4th, 2016, 23:32

Hi, I have a power tailgate on my R Design but it's not a Lux?

wassap · Jul 5th, 2016, 00:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by tompip

Hi, I have a power tailgate on my R Design but it's not a Lux?

It can be added as an option on the std R Design.

NigelDay · Jul 5th, 2016, 09:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by tompip

Hi, I have a power tailgate on my R Design but it's not a Lux?

It could have been standard in 2011. Volvo did some strange (stupid) standard / option changes over the years.

jaypalani · Nov 18th, 2018, 22:16

Looking fwd to own a 2014 Reg xc60. spotted one with a trader (14 Regn. D4 SE 5Dr. Manual 30£ tax) but they are not sure about its finer feature details. I am interested in going for it only if it has Adaptive cruise control.

How do I know if it does have this ACC feature? The traders description doesnt mention though.

Jul 4th, 2016, 11:54	#1
Fulham Junior Member Last Online: Aug 18th, 2020 12:00 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: London	Looking for a new xc60 Hi all, A recent back injury has prompted me to look for a higher car, and since i have outstanding finance on my v70 i figured it simpler to just look at an xc90/60. I'm looking at 2011-2014 plates, and am wondering what i should be looking for? I understand coming from Volvo direct i needn't look for much, but i want to find out the following: - What are the major service periods - Are there any model years to look for or to avoid - Any decent facelifts around the periods i'm looking at - What optional extras should I ensure I have? - Were there any 215bhp versions of this car? - Anything else I should know? __________________ 2016 - BMW X3 xDrive 20d 187bhp 2009 - Volvo v70 2.4d 175bhp Ex - 2004 - VW Golf tdi 1.9 105bhp Ex - 2004 BMW 745i. 4.4 335bhp Ex - 2000 BMW 530d 3.0d 190bhp

Jul 4th, 2016, 12:17	#2
NigelDay Premier Member Last Online: Feb 29th, 2024 15:46 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Barnard Castle	In April 2013 they launched MY14. This was the 'facelift' easily identified by the DRLs mounted low in the front bumper. In September 2014 they launched MY14.5, with the new VEA 2-litre 4-cylinder engine. Only available in FWD. Other 5-pot engines continued. Power outputs have increased gradually over the years. __________________ 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.

Jul 4th, 2016, 14:40	#3
Grimble Grimble Last Online: Feb 4th, 2019 17:54 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Staffordshire	Just 2 weeks ago I went from a 58 plate 2.4d V70 to a 62plate D4 XC60, so I was in a very similar situation to you. I was advised to go for a D4 as it is a newer engine than the D3. Also I wanted a powered tailgate so went looking at SE Lux spec as a minimum. The XC so far has been great, not quite as smooth a ride on the motorway as the V70, but better visibility, more economical and very pleased so far. __________________ 2012 XC60 D4 SE Lux Nav

Jul 4th, 2016, 19:27	#5
NigelDay Premier Member Last Online: Feb 29th, 2024 15:46 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Barnard Castle	Just be careful with the specifications. Strange things get missed off, for example, the R-Design does not have a powered tailgate (unless you go Lux), whereas the 'basic' SE does have this. If you have a back injury, the powered tailgate could be a must. __________________ 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.

Jul 4th, 2016, 23:32	#7
tompip Senior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 19:00 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: northumberland	power tailgate Hi, I have a power tailgate on my R Design but it's not a Lux? __________________ 2011 XC60 Sapphire Black R Design D5 AWD, manual, winter pack, NAV, privacy glass, 18" Ixion wheels.

Jul 4th, 2016, 22:28	#6
wassap Member Last Online: Mar 5th, 2023 10:38 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: West Mids	For me the must haves are the winter pack (inc xenons), power tailgate and HK audio. I would definately go for the facelift as the car looks much more modern. Personally i prefer the R design, as it looks to have a little more road presence (a personal preference). But you get a better choice of colours with the SE-Lux.

Nov 18th, 2018, 22:16	#10
jaypalani New Member Last Online: Nov 22nd, 2020 03:19 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: wokingham	2014 xc60 with adaptive cruise control? Looking fwd to own a 2014 Reg xc60. spotted one with a trader (14 Regn. D4 SE 5Dr. Manual 30£ tax) but they are not sure about its finer feature details. I am interested in going for it only if it has Adaptive cruise control. How do I know if it does have this ACC feature? The traders description doesnt mention though.

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