@@thom-lov thanks Thom, it was your videos that sold it to me as they're from a "normal" perspective and not a PR or car geek perspective 🤣 also, thank you for answering what happens if you drove off without your key as I always wondered!
not sure what the laws are in the Netherlands but I'm getting my two side window in front and windshield ceramic tinted ....70% of heat and sun rays enter through the front windshield...so I'm getting an almost clear film that has a lot of heat and uva/uvb ray reduction... also helps with reducing oncoming headlight glare at night...I've had my new XC40 for almost 3 weeks now and its such a fun car to drive....especially in Polestar performance mode!
I believe in NL you can tint the front windows up to 30% or so. But that’s actually a pretty good idea! I’m gonna look into this, a bit of tint on the windows is always good looking. Thanks for the tip! Glad you are enjoying your XC40 too! Polestar drive mode is a recipe for fun for sure! 😁
Hi Thom, great video!!! I bought my car in December and I know I am not using all the cool functions. I have a question, how do I use the coat hooks above the passenger seats on the side of the headliner? I can't figure those out. Can you make a video for that? Appreciate it! Jennifer
hi I was wondering if we still are waiting in the car and I want my infotainment(screen display) to be off while i am waiting in the car. I turned it off but it automatically ON by itself in few seconds.
I bought a used Volvo CX40 R Design 2020. I can't afford a new Volvo. ::) the call option has expired and I did not ask the dealer who sold me the car how much would it cost to have that app to turn on the car and warm it up or cool it down before I enter the car. Is that something expensive? by the way the monthly payments are not cheap more than 600/month they sold us a three years warranty like 4000 dlls added to the price of the car.
Hi Thom have just ordered a new Xc40 inscriptions yesterday (UK) so looking forward to using your channel to help me get used to all the gadgets on it :) .We have gone for the T3 engine as most of my miles will be driven around town,have you found the engine powerful enough thanks
Hi Robert, congratulations on the purchase. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the XC40 as much as I do! For me the T3 is powerful enough to get around in town and on highways. A recent trip to Germany (one of my recent videos) was also very comfortable and easy with the T3. As the engine has quiet some torque in low revs there is no hassle in having to push the engine or such. Hope this helps, if any questions please feel free to reach out. :-)
@@thom-lov thats great thank you. I believe delivery probably won't be until around September,having never purchased a new car before it's all very exciting. Your channel will help me a lot as there will be so much to learn so thanks again!😀
That’s awesome Robert. Living up to that handover moment is a great and fun part of ordering a new car too. If you have any suggestions what you like to see more about the XC40 be sure to let me know. Always looking for content ideas. Cheers,
@@thom-lov Hi Thom I asking if you would possibly be able to advise me please. I collected my car yesterday and absolutely love it! one problem I am having though is connecting the Android auto. I plug in the usb cable ( and I have tried a few as well as purchased a new one) but the car is not recognising the phone and the icon on the car remains greyed out. I usually charge my phone with wireless charger but I did notice when I plugged the charging cable in the charging symbol sometimes goes off so wondering if it maybe does not have a good connection.
Goede tips weer, Thom! Ik heb helaas geen functie om de airco van tevoren te gebruiken. In de app heb ik wel Parkeerverwarming, maar kan het niet gebruiken.
@@thom-lov Klopt, geen automaat. Volgens de dealer is de software er wel (app) maar de hardware in de auto niet. Toch raar, want je zou zeggen dat de functies in de app afgestemd zijn op je automodel.
Hi Thom Another great video. Love your passion for Volvo. I have had the XC40 R design Pro for 4 months now, generally I love it, such a smooth, comfortable drive but I do have a few gripes. A. Central locking, it’s so loud? Don’t know what it is, cheap components, lack of sound deadening. Never had a car where the central locking sounds so “plasticky and clunky”, sorry, I’m struggling to describe a sound😀 B. Steering is also very noisy when turning the wheel during parking, 3 point turn,is this normal? I have only done 1k miles in it. C. Lastly, it’s an R Design Pro, but there is nothing in the car that identifies it as such. Looks like older models had logos on the the interior/exterior (I believe you pointed them out as features of your car in an earlier video) but nothing on my 2021 model. Seems like penny pinching by Volvo? I’d be interested in your thoughts on any of the above. All the best from the U.K. Steve
Much appreciated Steve, thanks! I definitely agree on the locking, it's very noisy... The steering noise is not familiar to me. Perhaps you should check with your local dealership as this sounds like a small issue to me. Perhaps the transport blocks are still on the wheels/suspension? (I've had this issue with my previous MY18 S90). To conclude, your last remark which is very true. Details disappear from the car. R-Design is replaced with names like Recharge, exhausts are hidden and also small details such as the R-design logo in the steering wheel, the small clip on the windscreen for a parking ticket and the net on the little trashcan. Shame they take away these small details. Typical penny pinching which does not suit the 'premium' identity Volvo wants... Thanks again for your interesting comments! Best regards,
Cheers Thom I appreciate you taking the time to respond. I will definitely take the car back to the dealer to check the steering. I should add that this is my first Volvo, and I do love the car, so comfortable, lots of features and excellent performance, I’m even pretty happy with the MPG (I have the B4). Keep the reviews/videos coming. Steve
I think because my XC40 T3 is new and maybe now the Volvo’s policy about environment is different and this option is available only for recharge Volvo.
@@thom-lov No offense :D but yes, since 2010 Geely is owner of Volvo. But apparently this did/does not impact the quality. My wife will take delivery of an XC40 in 2 weeks (after we ordered it in May 2023 :o) can't wait. P.S. bedankt voor de vele tips in de video's ;)
Thanks Thom. Good tips here.
I knew you could close the windows with the key but didn't know you could open them
Glad to help Philip! Cheers 😄
I'm waiting for my xc40 this week - its a 2018 t5 first edition and I can not wait!
That’s an awesome spec to have Rebecca! Congrats in advance and I’m sure you will love that T5 engine too! 😁
@@thom-lov thanks Thom, it was your videos that sold it to me as they're from a "normal" perspective and not a PR or car geek perspective 🤣 also, thank you for answering what happens if you drove off without your key as I always wondered!
That’s the best compliment to get Rebecca, much appreciated 😄 Lol..! Glad you liked that one, working on a part 2 actually... stay tuned 🔑😉
not sure what the laws are in the Netherlands but I'm getting my two side window in front and windshield ceramic tinted ....70% of heat and sun rays enter through the front windshield...so I'm getting an almost clear film that has a lot of heat and uva/uvb ray reduction... also helps with reducing oncoming headlight glare at night...I've had my new XC40 for almost 3 weeks now and its such a fun car to drive....especially in Polestar performance mode!
I believe in NL you can tint the front windows up to 30% or so. But that’s actually a pretty good idea! I’m gonna look into this, a bit of tint on the windows is always good looking. Thanks for the tip! Glad you are enjoying your XC40 too! Polestar drive mode is a recipe for fun for sure! 😁
Also there is an auto shade option that closes the sunshade if the cabin gets too hot.
That sounds cool! Didn’t know about this one at all. Gonna look in my manual 🤓 Thanks!
Hi Thom, great video!!! I bought my car in December and I know I am not using all the cool functions. I have a question, how do I use the coat hooks above the passenger seats on the side of the headliner? I can't figure those out. Can you make a video for that?
Appreciate it! Jennifer
Getting my xc40 PHEV in 3weeks I can't wait
Welcome to the club! 👊
hi I was wondering if we still are waiting in the car and I want my infotainment(screen display) to be off while i am waiting in the car. I turned it off but it automatically ON by itself in few seconds.
I bought a used Volvo CX40 R Design 2020. I can't afford a new Volvo. ::) the call option has expired and I did not ask the dealer who sold me the car how much would it cost to have that app to turn on the car and warm it up or cool it down before I enter the car. Is that something expensive? by the way the monthly payments are not cheap more than 600/month they sold us a three years warranty like 4000 dlls added to the price of the car.
Hi Thom have just ordered a new Xc40 inscriptions yesterday (UK) so looking forward to using your channel to help me get used to all the gadgets on it :) .We have gone for the T3 engine as most of my miles will be driven around town,have you found the engine powerful enough thanks
Hi Robert, congratulations on the purchase. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the XC40 as much as I do! For me the T3 is powerful enough to get around in town and on highways. A recent trip to Germany (one of my recent videos) was also very comfortable and easy with the T3. As the engine has quiet some torque in low revs there is no hassle in having to push the engine or such. Hope this helps, if any questions please feel free to reach out. :-)
@@thom-lov thats great thank you. I believe delivery probably won't be until around September,having never purchased a new car before it's all very exciting. Your channel will help me a lot as there will be so much to learn so thanks again!😀
That’s awesome Robert. Living up to that handover moment is a great and fun part of ordering a new car too. If you have any suggestions what you like to see more about the XC40 be sure to let me know. Always looking for content ideas. Cheers,
@@thom-lov Hi Thom I asking if you would possibly be able to advise me please. I collected my car yesterday and absolutely love it! one problem I am having though is connecting the Android auto. I plug in the usb cable ( and I have tried a few as well as purchased a new one) but the car is not recognising the phone and the icon on the car remains greyed out. I usually charge my phone with wireless charger but I did notice when I plugged the charging cable in the charging symbol sometimes goes off so wondering if it maybe does not have a good connection.
Goede tips weer, Thom! Ik heb helaas geen functie om de airco van tevoren te gebruiken. In de app heb ik wel Parkeerverwarming, maar kan het niet gebruiken.
Thanks! Das balen.. Ik gok dat je geen automaat hebt? En de parkeer verwarming niet functionerend?? 😰
@@thom-lov Klopt, geen automaat. Volgens de dealer is de software er wel (app) maar de hardware in de auto niet. Toch raar, want je zou zeggen dat de functies in de app afgestemd zijn op je automodel.
Zou idd denken dat de app die opties dan weglaat. Had ik in het verleden ook met autostart op afstand toen ik schakel reed. Gek zeg (en jammer 😅)..
Hi Thom
Another great video. Love your passion for Volvo.
I have had the XC40 R design Pro for 4 months now, generally I love it, such a smooth, comfortable drive but I do have a few gripes.
A. Central locking, it’s so loud? Don’t know what it is, cheap components, lack of sound deadening. Never had a car where the central locking sounds so “plasticky and clunky”, sorry, I’m struggling to describe a sound😀
B. Steering is also very noisy when turning the wheel during parking, 3 point turn,is this normal? I have only done 1k miles in it.
C. Lastly, it’s an R Design Pro, but there is nothing in the car that identifies it as such. Looks like older models had logos on the the interior/exterior (I believe you pointed them out as features of your car in an earlier video) but nothing on my 2021 model. Seems like penny pinching by Volvo?
I’d be interested in your thoughts on any of the above.
All the best from the U.K.
Steve
Much appreciated Steve, thanks! I definitely agree on the locking, it's very noisy...
The steering noise is not familiar to me. Perhaps you should check with your local dealership as this sounds like a small issue to me. Perhaps the transport blocks are still on the wheels/suspension? (I've had this issue with my previous MY18 S90).
To conclude, your last remark which is very true. Details disappear from the car. R-Design is replaced with names like Recharge, exhausts are hidden and also small details such as the R-design logo in the steering wheel, the small clip on the windscreen for a parking ticket and the net on the little trashcan. Shame they take away these small details. Typical penny pinching which does not suit the 'premium' identity Volvo wants...
Thanks again for your interesting comments! Best regards,
Cheers Thom
I appreciate you taking the time to respond. I will definitely take the car back to the dealer to check the steering.
I should add that this is my first Volvo, and I do love the car, so comfortable, lots of features and excellent performance, I’m even pretty happy with the MPG (I have the B4).
Keep the reviews/videos coming.
Steve
I can not select KEEP CLIMATE CONFORT because is unable. Why?
I know it’s because I didn’t buy this optional…
Thanks for letting me know! Which specific option is this included in? 🤔
This option there is only on the recharge model (pure electric) unfortunately I have bought a T3 petrol…
That’s not entirely true as I have a T3 as well with this option. Problem should be somewhere else then in a missing option? Cheers,
I think because my XC40 T3 is new and maybe now the Volvo’s policy about environment is different and this option is available only for recharge Volvo.
I got my XC40 inscription T4 AWD , smooth drive, I prefer it to XC40 T5 R-Design 🙂
Can imagine! The R-Design can be a bit stiff on bumpy roads.. 😅
Need a video on your favourite accessories pls 😃
Have a look at my other videos where I also discuss what I like about the XC40 and it’s options 😃
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They are Chinese, not Swedes (anymore) ;)
whuuut
@@thom-lov No offense :D but yes, since 2010 Geely is owner of Volvo. But apparently this did/does not impact the quality. My wife will take delivery of an XC40 in 2 weeks (after we ordered it in May 2023 :o) can't wait.
P.S. bedankt voor de vele tips in de video's ;)