XC40 Test Drive

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https://www.volvocars.com/uk/buy/resear ... e/Personal

XC40 test drive can now be requested here. No indication of dates.
Two XC40s - so far! Inscription Pro T5 AWD Auto - Glacier Silver/Blond/21”, fully loaded, from Jan thro Sep 2021. Polestarred. :) Also one of the first FEs - a D4 AWD Auto - Bursting Blue/Charcoal/20" from Mar thro Aug 2018. Also Polestarred. :o

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I was going to start a new thread so we can all share our findings after ACTUALLY driving the car! I am due to do so at 1:30 today.

Noticed I had started a thread on 2/2 when the website opened up for test drive bookings, so may as well continue here.
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pjm007, looking forward to your thoughts. I had to cancel mine today but secured one for tomorrow.
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Test drive completed. A D4 Auto with the 20” wheels. Around 30 mins over ordinary suburban roads. No motorway option. Very pleased with the ride. It could be described as slightly “wallowy” but in a very comfortable/safe sense. It rode well over potholes and other bumps in the road. Tried both Comfort and Dynamic modes but couldn’t really feel much difference given the route I had to use. Certainly felt “nippy” in terms of acceleration through the lower gears. Smooth gear changes. The engine sound came through as a little harsh when accelerating from a standstill. Rear view is good, restricted somewhat to either side of the rear window but the comparatively very large side mirrors meant rear visibility was not a problem. Start stop operated smoothly also. That’s all I can think of. Happy to answer any specific questions.
Two XC40s - so far! Inscription Pro T5 AWD Auto - Glacier Silver/Blond/21”, fully loaded, from Jan thro Sep 2021. Polestarred. :) Also one of the first FEs - a D4 AWD Auto - Bursting Blue/Charcoal/20" from Mar thro Aug 2018. Also Polestarred. :o
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"Thumbs up". Thanks for taking the time,

Engine noise seems consistent with the press reviews as with the volvo "wallow".
Good to hear that rear view isn't being too compromised by those big c-pillars.
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Glad to hear the auto box performed nicely...the sale rep in Belfast last night was swearing by the auto.

I wonder do Volvo expect this to sell more autos than manuals?
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XC40NI wrote: Fri Feb 23, 2018 5:07 pm Glad to hear the auto box performed nicely...the sale rep in Belfast last night was swearing by the auto.

I wonder do Volvo expect this to sell more autos than manuals?
Yes I think they will.
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Had a test drive of a white T5 today, absolutely spot on. Can’t wait for delivery of mine now. Couldn’t find a fault.

Only one downside I could be picky about is my dealer told me today that the additional red key won’t come as standard, it’s an extra that costs a few hundred quid.
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Sputnik wrote: Fri Feb 23, 2018 7:36 pm
Only one downside I could be picky about is my dealer told me today that the additional red key won’t come as standard, it’s an extra that costs a few hundred quid.
Its a £120 accessory option on the XC60.
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Post by Harrydog »

So disappointed.
Booked test drive in T5 back on the 12th, arrived this morning, no record at first, then found it, faces pulled because it was the "call centre" that booked it. Sorry sir, we only have a diesel car to demo! I left thinking why not call to say no T5, if this is an indication of Volvo customer service I am afraid I shall not be joining the fold. I hope you all fair better.
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