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An Awesome Compact SUV - part 2
Raoul Watson, Rockaway Park, NY, 01/11/2019
Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
25 of 29 people found this review helpful
(Due to restrictive text length this review has two parts, this is part 2, see part 1 prior to reading this) 5. Interior and Comfort: The big front seats are roomy and plush. It can have seat ventilation/AC and seat warmer and heated steering wheel, and heated side mirrors. The automatic dual-zone system performed well. Fit and finish are exceptional, and the combination of black nappa leather and suede seat inserts. The seats are supportive beneath and comfortable on long trips. The seats also have plenty of adjustments, including generous fore-aft range and adjustable lumbar / lower-back support. 2 memory buttons allows you to record your favorite positions. It comes in handy when you pick up your car from service only to find out the person driving had changed all your settings. I was a little surprised at the lack of head room. I am by no means a tall individual but with my 5'10" stature, I have bumped my head in the driver's seat multiple times as I lean forward. I also find myself continuously snagging the panel with my shoes on my left foot when trying to position it on the foot rest in the left front side. Two adults will be very comfortable in the rear seats. I was able to cross my leg comfortably in the rear seat. There's plenty of knee and feet room. Three adults will fit side by side, but the center seat is rather tight and a very pronounced center tunnel consumes leg and foot room from the person in the middle. The rear trunk is surprisingly spacious with automated way to fold the rear seats. All my previous cars have been of the station wagon type of body since I have always been the interstate mover for my three children college moves. I was pleased to see the trunk size. 6. Technology: This car is loaded with technology too much to list. In addition to all the safety technology features listed above, the car comes with the On call system and Xirius radio for free trial. Once you use these, you probably would like to keep the convenience. Did you know that this car has its own Wi-Fi hotspot? In addition, it has an inductive phone charger so that you can just drop a compatible phone to charge it wirelessly. An app called "Volvo On Call" is available for your smart phone where you can perform functions from your phone (lock/unlock doors, start/stop engine). The app also has navigation map that once you found an address you can send it to your vehicle. I was a little disappointed to only find two USB ports. With current day technology, by the time you use one to charge your non inductive phone, one for a USB with MP 3 music, you no longer have a spare for dashcam or a secondary person needing to charge a non-inductive phone. The XC 40 ride is comfortable but can be a little stiff sometimes. There are several "Driver Mode" selectable such as Comfort and Eco but none of those affected the shock absorbers. The noise level is reasonably low and the handling is responsive. While the XC 40 model is by far not the most fuel economical model, the average 23 mpg overall can be a little pricey since the engine requires a premium high octane (98) fuel. However, it is still impressive for such a strong engine. My biggest gripe with the technology is that the most important contact between the car and the road, which is its tires, does not have the ability to provide continuous tire pressure monitoring system. I am not talking about a TPMS which tells you a tire is low and needs attention, but rather a system which displays tire pressure in PSI of all tires, at all times. In closing, I did miss the small rubber Swedish flag attached to the car’s left front flank which I saw at Javits Center during a car show but apparently removed from my production line.
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Very Specifically Designed
Derek, Saint Albans, NY, 12/19/2020
Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
So I've had this SUV for just over 2 years and I live in the northeast. Previously have owned, BMW's, Toyota's, Subaru's, Acura's, Honda's, and wanted a change. Have 15 years + driving experience. First and foremost, the bad. The start-stop is rubbish, don't use it. It's very jerky and not a nice feeling. The mileage if you're doing a ton of city bumper-to-bumper driving or if you have a very heavy foot is below 20mpg. If you have guests or children over 5'7, long haul drives aren't ideal. Doable but far from a day at the spa. Space for 3 adults in the back yes but not if they're all very heavy set. It's not as tiny as say... a previous-generation 3- Series back seat but also not a full-size sedan worth of space. Slightly louder than I would like in the cabin. The mixed bag of tricks you get used to fairly quickly. I've grown used to the big C-pillar blind spot, it's not bad to deal with if you position your side mirrors and turn your head to check the blind spot like a normal person. Don't be lazy. Car otherwise as great visibility. The trunk space cover does not roll and retract, it doesn't fold or bend. Can be stored under the trunk floor. I just leave it up and in place all the time for security and peace of mind that no one can look into my trunk. The shifter is digital, does not physically slide or shift. Takes about an hour of getting used to and then I was fine. May be different for you. After 2 years I don't even think about it any more. Navigation isn't great, more complicated than it needs to be, and has a slight learning curve. Brakes take a bit of getting used to, they have an early biting point though they are progressive and confidence-inspiring. The good, and there is a lot of it. Design, design, design. Everything is super well thought out, from the little trash bin to the variety of hooks that are for small items in the trunk and passenger areas. Having the navigation map with directions in the dash is life changing. The upgraded Harmon Kardon unit is great, really expansive soundstage and customizable sound. Better than similar Harmon Kardon units in other manufacturer vehicles. Car can pull itself in and out of a parking spot, very neat feature though I don't use it often. Only when I have to park in a tiny tiny spot in the city. 360 camera works great and helps with parking. Car is easy to park. One thing I love is that I can adjust the temperature, fan speed, seat heat, steering wheel heat, front and rear defroster, and recirculate the air with just voice commands. This reduces distractions while I drive. Materials are upscale and long-lasting after 2 years of abuse. Piano black plastic is regrettable but not a dealbreaker. Everything that you touch in the car is pleasant, even the trunk cover. It's not a silk pillowcase but it's not sandpaper either. Everything you touch is generally soft touch, even in the backseat. Similar or better than BMW. Better than Subaru for sure. Seats are well-bolstered even for a skinny guy so I'm not sliding around. Seats are certainly adjustable and comfortable over long 3+ hour trips. Alcantara also great but keep a vaccum handy if you plan to eat in the car. The front door bins are positively massive, the rear passengers are just okay. Driving this car in traffic is a breeze. Set it up to the speed and distance you want and just let it drive itself. Tap the button or gas to go forward, give the wheel the occasional jiggle and you're good. Very easy. Better than Toyota, similar to Subaru. Impressive crash prevention system. Knows before you do if there are issues on the road ahead of you. Has literally saved my life and helped to prevent fender benders. I don't care how good a driver you are, there are still things you can't see or be aware of with some of the crazies on the road these days. Another set of eyes helps a lot. No issues with the system. Similar to Subaru's. Power and braking are good. Has several driving modes that do feel different and ECO is the best for in traffic driving. No problems merging into traffic or coming to a stop from highway speeds. Steering is precise though not very communicative. No fears that the vehicle will roll over at all even cornering hard into a turn. I also rely on my own driving sense to know where the car is and how it's behaving. Corners better than most SUV's and family sedans. Winter weather performance, even on the supplied 20-inch All-Season tires is excellent. I very rarely ever worry about the car in the rain and it's very predictable in the snow. Can easily pull itself out of a snowy parking spot after a storm with 12+ inches of snow on the ground no problem. Very easy to do donuts, very enjoyable. Similar or better than Subaru. Hasn't seen a service center besides recommended service intervals. This car is very specific, It's not for everyone. Luxurious, modern, well designed, eye-catching. Will age very well. You'll get plenty of compliments.
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My Volvo XC40 T5 AWD R-Design is the best value
XC40-R-Design-Lover, Vernal, UT, 06/23/2019
updated 12/27/2021
Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Excellent subcompact SUV with great value and safety features. I love it. Amazing driving experience. The Gas level digital indicator unreliable. It keeps changing with no relevance to the distance driven. You will have to look at the actual gas level indicator icon rather than the digital display, a bit weird. All else is great. It has been 2.5 years. The vehicle sat in the garage for almost 1.5 years (COVID). Enjoying the drive. The best vehicle purchase ever.
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Worth the price
R, Depew, NY, 06/01/2019
Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love my Volvo. I drive an hour to work and the luxury is great! The upgraded Stereo system is superb. Best SUV crossover I have ever owned and good gas mileage.
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Best car I have owned
Joe, Columbus, OH, 04/30/2020
Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The XC40 is an incredible car. The comfort, safety, performance and technology are top of the class. Really great for long journeys or tool around town. The best part is with the T5 Powertrain, 0-60 in the real world is basically 6 seconds flat. The panoramic sunroof is beautiful, the seats hug you the exact right way. The technology and infotainment center are easy to use, very functional and provide customization and all you would need. Pro pilot assist works well too, definitely worth every dollar for this car.
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