XC90: - Auto or Manual?

PETERDOG · Dec 13th, 2012, 11:05

I'm undecided between two XC 90'S
Both vehicles look and sound great, 1 manual, 1 auto.
Manual is 2 years older but with 20k less miles.
This is my dilemna as the rest is purely aesthetic, but non volvo owners tell me buy manual.
What would you do?

Beavis · Dec 13th, 2012, 13:23

i drive an 06 d5 auto xc90. its the most relaxing thing i've ever driven and when i drove a manual van last week i found it an effort. this was the first auto i had owned, and i wouldn't go back. i also bought my other car, an S60 T5 as an auto, despite having a manual previously in that same model after the relaxing auto drive.

i'd probably now only go back to a manual if i got a roadster or higher performance hot hatch thing.

MindlessJD · Dec 13th, 2012, 15:58

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Originally Posted by StuT4

i'd probably now only go back to a manual if i got a roadster or higher performance hot hatch thing.

That's my thoughts exactly on auto v manual now. Am only on my first auto but wouldn't go back unless I got a performance car. My S80 is a joy to drive.

galloot633 · Dec 13th, 2012, 21:29

what model years are they ? the xc underwent drastic changes in 2006
Dave

AcidicDavey · Dec 13th, 2012, 21:37

Personally I'd always go for the manual but that's because I like to be in control on a country road

. In the case of a big luxury offroader I'd probably go for the auto unless you plan to tow with it as you'll just wear out an auto towing with it.

Have you ever owned an auto before? If so did you enjoy it?

Mike 700 · Dec 13th, 2012, 21:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by PETERDOG

I'm undecided between two XC 90'S
Both vehicles look and sound great, 1 manual, 1 auto.
Manual is 2 years older but with 20k less miles.
This is my dilemna as the rest is purely aesthetic, but non volvo owners tell me buy manual.
What would you do?

Hi PD

I had an Xc70 6 speed manual, for economy and it paid off, although the car was more suited to an auto box.

I then had an XC90 auto and really wished that I'd had auto on the 70.

Now I have an XC60 auto and wouldn't have manual again?

My mate has always driven manual until I let him drive my 60, and now he has just bought a new Focus auto.

Regards.

tt82 · Dec 13th, 2012, 22:11

Theres a massive thread somewhere (can't post links on my phone) covering every arguement that can be made. I drive auto's due to a problem with my left ankle but even if it was fine, after driving an auto, I'd find it hard to find a reason to go back to a manual. With the modern radar guided cruise controls it's just so effortless to cover long distances. One thing to bear in mind though is the manual is as good as its gonna get, auto's will keep improving.

PETERDOG · Dec 14th, 2012, 02:23

the manual 77k '04 ----- the auto 97k '06

PETERDOG · Dec 14th, 2012, 02:32

My girlfriend drives a S60 auto which i borrow sometimes,driving this car made me hanker for something for the first time in my life. Just love volvos now, pure comfort to me. I will be doing a little caravaning with my new car but not a lot, would that put the auto out of contention? I've been told the 06 d5 auto would handle lightweight towing no problem.

pagan8c · Dec 14th, 2012, 09:34

I have an S60 my2011 D5 geartronic auto and it tows really well.Have towed for many years with autos and never had any problems.I would never go back to manual box.I tow a Swift Caravan with mtlp of1430kgs so it is not 'lightweight' as far as caravans go.

Dec 13th, 2012, 11:05	#1
PETERDOG New Member Last Online: Mar 12th, 2015 10:51 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: BELFAST	Auto or Manual? I'm undecided between two XC 90'S Both vehicles look and sound great, 1 manual, 1 auto. Manual is 2 years older but with 20k less miles. This is my dilemna as the rest is purely aesthetic, but non volvo owners tell me buy manual. What would you do?

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AcidicDavey Younger Member Last Online: Nov 1st, 2022 00:10 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hereford	Personally I'd always go for the manual but that's because I like to be in control on a country road . In the case of a big luxury offroader I'd probably go for the auto unless you plan to tow with it as you'll just wear out an auto towing with it. Have you ever owned an auto before? If so did you enjoy it? __________________ Current cars 98 V70 AWD - The Volvo with a twist! 96 Volvo 850 R Estate x2 01 Alfa 166 3.0 V6 'Zender'. + LY Clio 182

Dec 13th, 2012, 22:11	#7
tt82 Forum Support Team Last Online: Jun 17th, 2024 09:04 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Here.... obviously!	Theres a massive thread somewhere (can't post links on my phone) covering every arguement that can be made. I drive auto's due to a problem with my left ankle but even if it was fine, after driving an auto, I'd find it hard to find a reason to go back to a manual. With the modern radar guided cruise controls it's just so effortless to cover long distances. One thing to bear in mind though is the manual is as good as its gonna get, auto's will keep improving. __________________ The more people I meet, the more I like my dog! 2009 V70 D5 R-Design - Jeade'en

Dec 13th, 2012, 13:23	#2
Beavis Premier Member Last Online: Jun 19th, 2023 08:14 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Wiltshire	i drive an 06 d5 auto xc90. its the most relaxing thing i've ever driven and when i drove a manual van last week i found it an effort. this was the first auto i had owned, and i wouldn't go back. i also bought my other car, an S60 T5 as an auto, despite having a manual previously in that same model after the relaxing auto drive. i'd probably now only go back to a manual if i got a roadster or higher performance hot hatch thing.

Dec 13th, 2012, 21:29	#4
galloot633 xc90, volvo number five Last Online: Jun 8th, 2024 23:08 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Grappenhall	what model years are they ? the xc underwent drastic changes in 2006 Dave

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PETERDOG New Member Last Online: Mar 12th, 2015 10:51 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: BELFAST	the manual 77k '04 ----- the auto 97k '06

Dec 14th, 2012, 02:32	#9
PETERDOG New Member Last Online: Mar 12th, 2015 10:51 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: BELFAST	My girlfriend drives a S60 auto which i borrow sometimes,driving this car made me hanker for something for the first time in my life. Just love volvos now, pure comfort to me. I will be doing a little caravaning with my new car but not a lot, would that put the auto out of contention? I've been told the 06 d5 auto would handle lightweight towing no problem.

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pagan8c Master Member Last Online: Apr 7th, 2024 12:48 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: lincoln	I have an S60 my2011 D5 geartronic auto and it tows really well.Have towed for many years with autos and never had any problems.I would never go back to manual box.I tow a Swift Caravan with mtlp of1430kgs so it is not 'lightweight' as far as caravans go.

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