I'm the Andrew that owns this. I do around 1000kms a week in this in regional NSW, so it gets serviced every 15 weeks or so. Very much a fan of an independent mechanic. The tyre noise is down to the Hankook tyres on it currently. They won't be refitted. I cannot believe i left a pack of tissues (clean) in the passenger net and the right rear seat has never done that before. Honest. Great review as always.
@@PH-kl5qq We have had 2 V60s in the family (same infotainm,ent and same car largely) And the infotainment is something you get used to, It's not too bad imo. Both of our cars had zero problems whatsoever, the first one we had for 3 years and drove 120 000 km in 3 years and never had to do anything other than the regular service intervals. Second one is going strong right now.
@PH-kl5qq the infotainment is fine. It's much better pre 2022. After that it was a google system. The Bowers and Wilkins is amazing. But the concert hall setting is not good for podcasts lol. I've done 10,000kms since the video with zero problems. I've replaced the tyres with Goodyear Eagle tyres and it's much quieter and handles better.
We had a 2018 Xc60 R design D5 Loved every minute of it! Clocked 150kms in 2+ years and so we sold it but not one issue up to that point! Replaced it with an X6 and while we liked the luxury of the BMW, it was nowhere near as comfortable as the XC60 and the B&W sound system was far superior to the premium system of the X6. We are waiting for the updated XC90 and will return to Volvo once that hits the market. Ours was reliable (regularly serviced) and never had an issue apart from the rubber on the rear wheel arch that kept getting dislodged. Best seats compared to BMWs Audis or Mercs hands down, especially for long drives
It's reassuring that I'm not the only one who gets a bit chubbed looking at a Volvo. I thought I'd have to hang around parks in a rain coat to find others like me. But here we all are.
Just drove a 3 week old plugin hybrid xc60 that in my home country goes for around 85k euro. Stranded the second week on the highway as the car gave a propulsion error and could not drive any faster than 45 km/h. Googled it and was shocked how many people experienced this issue. My love for volvo died down. Love the looks and the drive, but reliability is key.
Xc60 white in colour for me. I like mb, bmw, vw, audi...etc.. but i still choose Volvo XC60.... one lovely and unassuming SUV. WHITE i like ttem clean.
MY18 D5 R-Design here. Simply amazing car, 98% of what is said in this video is spot on. The pilot assist / self drive is literally better than tesla, and I own both.. _Good_ Sound system best in any car I've owned, sub is a bit lacking but highs and mids amazing. Awesome seat so much adjustability, even better in the back for long trips. Ability to tow, no issues here, long range interstate with the self drive effortless driving even in snow, heavy rain pitch black puts so many other cars to shame. 1100km to a tank, 880 around town why buy a hybrid? Sound proof, easy to park, light steering, heads up display with a really great dash - GPS guidance as well., ACTUAL spare tyre! Adjustable height air suspension great for elderly and shorties even a bloody 4G modem in the car. Pre 2019 models have no adblue :) and pre 2020 models have no china spec wiring gremlins! _The bad_ Intercooler hoses blow off - common Air con is pretty weak compared to Aussie cars, glass roof doesn't help Air con evaporator - common issue rediculous to fix, much like the sunroof. Few sensors that are delicate Stupid volvo servicing - I take mine to 'volv of Adelaide' Dash rattles after 120k kms certain bumps. Suspension doesn't handle potholes well. You're mates will give you shit even redicle, but your wife will drive one and won't give it back. Welcome to the hat drivers club, you wish you were a bloody volvo driver!
Official Volvo service here in Balkan are extremely expensive too. Especially for something that shares many parts with Ford(my car is 1-gen xc60 5-cylindar diesel) And some maintenance is 4-5 times more expensive at official diler.
We have had 2 V60s in the family (same infotainment and same car largely) And the infotainment is something you get used to, It's not too bad imo. Both of our cars had zero problems whatsoever, the first one we had for 3 years and drove 120 000 km in 3 years and never had to do anything other than the regular service intervals. Second one is going strong right now. Both have been T6 hybrids, one of the most complicated models and it has had no problems still. It is also a great system, for everyday use it only ever uses the electric motor, but for longer trips and roadtrips (over around 70-80km) you can easily switch to gas engine.
@@kiddaft3sorry for the late reply. I bought it in Florida, USA (I live in Albania). It had 67k miles (around 100k km). Had only pictures from inside and outside. I checked it at two different service shops, and they told me it's very well maintained and doesn't have any issues whatasover on its engine. It does have a few minor scratches which I painted.
@@ErionXhaferraj I ended up going for a 2022 4runner.. but I still notice the vovlo when they pass by,, beautiful whip..but I'm happy with the 4runner.. I'm from Texas and big cars are the standard.. I prefer midsize. all the same I wish you the best in your endeavor.
Definitelly XC60. I am from Poland. I have searched for a brand new mid SUV AWD petrol. I have driven for test Audi Q5, BMW X3, Lexus NX, Mercedes GLC. Finally I decided to buy Volvo My2024 XC60 B5(p) AWD Plus Dark Polestar Engineered (yea mouthful name I know) . I drive calmly so sportive features of its opponents did not matter to me. There are only three issues. The first is to small trunk (should have 100 litres more). The latter is this problem with rear doors. They get terribly dirty edges from the inside despite the additional protective caps. The last one is impossibility to turn off auto start/stop system. You can switch to Polestar mode but it is not suitable to cruise over the city. It shifts gears on 3000 rpms not on 2000 so such agreesive drive is not for daily usage. I used to switch to manual mode every time I see that stop will be really short and I am between 10 and 20 km/h. Afer that I switch back to D. Anyway good car so far. BTW My Android Infotainment works fantastic, no problems so far. I like voice commads to control climate, radio, navi. All works in polish language which is not so often. Strange that there is no "Hey Volvo" but "Hey Google" - this should be replaced definitelly :)
You can dissable the start/stop. Just push the button in the menu every time you start the car. Or configure your own individual drive setup, you can deactivate it there too.
I bought one back in 2018 and I was convinced at the time the reason for the complexity in the trim spec and options was to make it near impossible to play dealers off against each other to discount floor stock… because no 2 cars are identical.
I always enjoy your reviews. I might be tempting fate here, but i have 60k on my T5, with no issues and I still totally love the car, it's so beautiful to drive and you feel safer than any other car on the road.
I own a 2016 xc60 . Now problems other than 2 major air conditioning repairs under warranty. Bluetooth is not good, so I use aux input. Still running well 8 years . Engine and breaks are flawless. Service is annual.
I have a 2020 XC60 T5, good car so far. Only issue is the windshield wipers failed, apparently this was a recall. Living in rainy Vancouver its important for those to work. The only other issue is when the car is in reverse it lowers the audio volume. Every 1 out of ten times the audio never comes back and you have to fully shut down the vehicle. Open the door then restart. A bit annoying for a luxury SUV.
We bought our brand new 2018 D4 Momentum with an upgrade package at no cost here from the dealer in Perth WA. Done 115000 km, and next month will be six years since we bought it. Done regular servicing at the independent mechanic and at the dealer to update software periodically. Aside from regular wear and tear components replacement, I had no issues. The only problem is deprication, but if the vehicle is kept for long periods, it might not matter. Would I buy it since electrification and post 2022 upgrade? NO. 😢 I recommend getting Lexus NX, which I'm looking at the moment.
2020 D4 Inscription European owner here and looking to upgrade to B5 2022, this video really recaps everything going on with 2019-2022 XC60's really well.
I have a 2014 xc 60! Love it! The drive , the comfort. The only thing is a few sensor randomly going on an recent AC work! I have a good mechanic and I will give it to my 6ft 5 son! Time for an upgrade
I’ve got a 2019 R-design diesel with 110,000km. Apart from the AC evap unit failure (expensive) went halves with dealer and chewing rear brake pads twice as much as front 🤷🏽♂️. My wife and I absolutely love the car!
I bought one because a motoring journalists put his softometer on the dashboard and claiming it was soft enough, while running his fingernails over a competitors dash and claiming it had "scratchy plastics" Wish I had of waited until a real review like yours was released.
Was taking the Micky out of automotive journalists obsession with soft touch interior finish, which I understand, up until a point. But, get this, CarExpert actually has an instrument for measuring a surfaces hardness that he uses for his reviews. Pretty much it's only cars with plush upmarket interiors that arrive at the dealership on the back of a tow truck. Those vehicles cursed with fingernail rubbing inducing "hard scratchy plastics" seem to always arrive on the service driveway, having been driven there my the owners.
XC40 review: 50% of potential buyers are cured from their thinking that Volvo is reliable. Redriven: "ONLY 50%? Let's do another one ... this time the alltime favorite ... let's stab a few (more) hearts" Thanks(?) Redriven 😂
I've got a 2018 too, seems fine so far. I do get the weird "thunk" sound from the front end steering that volvo insists is fine. I wish someone knew what it is, if I knew I think it would bug me less. After so much time I'm now accustomed to how slow the infotainment screen reacts.
in my second. first D4 now T8 polestar. No issues ever. No German car, Mercedes, Audi, BMW has no more or less issues... My D4 was upgraded with $60 wireless charger, then perfect. My T8 was upgraded with wireless Android Auto/Apple Car play module $75 - again, perfect! Show me a car with more options, matrix style head lights at the time for less. T8 and a daily commute of 30km all on wall plug electricity...hadn't fueled in months...then bowral on long trip as hybrid (4.7 liters per 100km) all with 415 horse power total if needed...show me a better car
Truely a shame that the XC60 has so many small to medium gremlins plaguing it as it looks like a fun car to drive. I was definitely surprised that Hullsy recommended the diesel over the petrol and hybrid models. It'll be interesting to see how the dark horse of luxury cars Genesis does compared to the likes of the XC60 and fellow European marques when you finally get one to review. Bloody good job guys and look forward to next week's videos as per usual and keep up the good work 👍.
@@ReDriven I will admit I was expecting the safety features overview to be done in the style of someone reading an Ikea manual but having it done in mandarin still gave me a chuckle.
by about the time the first gen XC60 ended production and the second gen started, Volvo had phased out all old engines in favor of new 2L petrol and diesel platforms developed in China, presumably by Geely. Don't know what role Volvo had in that, but they build them in Europe so the reliability is either poor/unpolished design when they were developed, or some build quality issues. The 2L diesel in the 1st gen XC60 was Peugeot/Citroen's HDI which is a proven platform. Solid, reliable, economical(as long as you don't neglect too much of course). That engine has been inside nearly everything you can think of in many many modifications, power outputs and what not. Compact hatchbacks, family estates/wagons, cargo vans, SUV's and more. So what I speculate is: they took that engine as a base for developing the new one and have a more reliable Geely engine thanks to starting from a reliable platform. On the other hand the petrol 2L would be less successful regardless if they based it on an existing europian platform or not. That's because these new engines were conceived as an idea way back in the late 00's. This was early downsizing and turbocharging era in europe and all 2L turbo platforms were complete bollock waffles and they remained that way for at least a few years, maybe at least a model generation or two. Like the early TSI motors on VW's, Audis, Skodas etc... I've seen Mk 5 and 6 golfs doing car repair shops tours, because nobody was able to figure out what was wrong with them 😂 Anyways, all this to say that if they based their new petrol engine on one of those earlier europian platforms, it would be no surprise they are crap. 15 years ago IL4 Turbo diesels in europe were the best and IL4 Turbo petrols were a "don't buy" and "def def don't buy used" 🤣 BTW I've no grounds to base this on, it's pure conspiracy on my part and I just concocted it whilst writing this comment. So consider this non-canon to the lore 😂😂😂
I recently discovered your channel, I’m looking to get an IS300h and your video is really useful in figuring out what to look out for. Great videos! Now subscribed
I got a Volvo s60 Inscription 2017. I keep it in good shape just turned 90,000 miles so they always try to get me to upgrade. I love the shapes of the xc60 but I had no idea about these issues, good video
I have one since 2012 ( D5) - started well before 2017 ( but I guess you are talking about the chinese assembled model?) It has done 300,000km - no issues at all except now requires a new radiator. BEST car ever. Just wish they still made the D5
Love my D5 R design polestar, at 95000km now. Just fitted new brake pads & rotors plus one lower control arm due to a bad ball joint & engine torque mount but apart from that has been great. Does nearly 1000km on a tank on the open road and B&W is best stereo ever.
Cars owner checking in again. 155k now. No reliability issues. I've got a company car now (top spec Mitsubishi Outlander in Petrol) that has done 145,000 less kms but already has more rattles. Car is now driven by my wife so not racking up kms quite as quickly.
Over here in the U.S. of A., I have test driven a used “2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge T8 Ultimate Bright Theme” (what a mouthful of total mush that full name is!) with an ultra-low 7,963 miles on the odometer, for sale for USD 54,750 (down from its orig. MSRP of $71K+). This video saves me from the possibility of making a big ol’ honkin’ mistake of a purchase!
The D5 engine, the 5 cyl, is reagarded by us as one of the best engines (incl. petrols) in the category < 2.5 l. In our Volvo association (Switzerland), ca 1,200 Volvos, we have 99.7 diesels, and many of the them run for over 400,000 km, before they were sold to Germany or export. The possible mileage of the B5 (4 cyl. Diesel w/ mini e-motor) has be seen in the next years. REMEMBER; every engine can have problems, even a Toyota 1HZ..... the Volvo with the world-wide certified mileage was an 1800 , with 3.5 M miles, not km.... In our association, many people have drive regularly the 240 (stations of course), and even the PV544.....with mileages of around 600,000 km
I own a Volvo V60 T6 R AWD Polestar engineered 2020, 326 HP equipped with low sportschassi...... absolutely fantastic car , owned it for 2 years now an never failed yet, driven it for 2500 kilometers now without any problems..... so I can't recognize me in all your negative critics you want to submit.... Sounds you really dislike Volvo as car.... 👎👎👎
Had my T5 R-design Two years now best car I’ve ever had better than my Mercedes and BMW. I did take out warranty wise insurance but not used it yet. 😂 the drive and the look are still cool. Thanks
Its a Ford, and shares components with Landrover and Ford Kuga, all based on Mondeo parts. It almost certainly shares faults with Freelander 2, especially rear differential and Haldex coupling foibles. The earlier Volkswagen five pot diesel was a popular choice, and long lived if serviced correctly. A well respected design.
There is a trim upgrade for rear door lower area from Volvo, costs buttons and you can fit in about two mins per side, stops all dirt getting to inside of rear door.
Thanks for the excellent review. And the great comments. Here in the US, we have Consumer Reports to tell us that the Volvo XC60 is among the least reliable of all the compact luxury SUVs. But I have a 2017 Volvo XC60 T5 AWD, bought used, and I love it. But I have had some expensive repairs, and I did get completely stranded recently. I have been driving various wonderful Volvo sedans and wagons for 50 years and was only ever stranded once before, a long time ago. So I am torn. I would like to get a newer XC60, like a '22, but reliability is one of my biggest concerns. I am thinking that a thorough independent inspection and an extended warranty might be good investments. BTW, one minor beef with my '17 is that the infotainment bezel is brushed chrome and it extends above the top of the dash so that Arizona sun can reflect directly into my eyes. How stupid is that? Fortunately, a sheet of black vinyl adhesive took care of it. Ugly, but functional.
Hi Andrew., Thanks for the great content! Can you make a used Civic review for Australian market? With details on which trims, years etc to prefer and avoid.
The funny thing is that Volvo decided to go for a 4 cylinders only to "streamline" their range !! It is just so confusing, wait until they change everything from XC to EX
I’ve often admired these when I’ve seen the parked on the side of the road. Pity when the engineers asked how complicated Volvo wanted the drivetrain they just got told “yes”. Never let the engineers go nuts…
I was hoping to buy a used XC60 Inscription. I fell in love with the beautiful white interior, but I can't bring myself to pull the trigger after watching this video. I
I absolutely love the looks of the modern Volvo’s! The list of issues seems to be at the level that used to belong to Maserati, so I’ll just wait this one out (unfortunately…😢)
We owned a brand new 2011 xc60 that had a huge oil consumption. The car was in service over 30 days. Finally it was deemed a lemon car. The manufacturer was forced to buy back the car. It was a nightmare of a car.
Totally different car mate and probably the ford 4cyl engine.. You can complain a lot about volvo (rightfully or not) but engines is one thing they really really know a lot about.
I own a 2012 XC60 T6 with 90,000 miles. I bought it off a lease in 2015 with 60,000 miles and took it to Volvo Dealer for a pre purchase inspection. They said it was perfect. It's been nothing but trouble. I regret buying it. I'll never buy another one.
On my third one. All have been perfect. This one no so. The car play keep stop working. Had head unit replaced. But stop working again. Go back in the shop
I had no problems with my (old) d4 and (latest) b4. It's like life itself, for most people, you never know what's going to happen regardless of brand...
You've got so many videos about the new SUV volvos, and only one on a more oldschool volvo (the S80), I'd like to see a video about a V40, or a C30, or a V60, why not?
I am planning to buy a Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid Mid-SUV or SUV. Budget below $60k. I was thinking about XC60 mild hybrid used. But saw BYD SEALION 6 under $60k brand new as well. Also considering RAV4 used. I got around 100km daily drive to work. Also looking for a long term use. Based on quality, features and all which one you suggest. Let me know if anyone got other options as well.
Comparing one of this to X3M40i, could you please help on them. Thanks for your videos, SQ5 and GLC are not under consideration anymore. But BMW and Volvo are still on the list.
I am always surprised how many people buy a car for it's looks, not for how it performs. I guess it's more important for them to impress their neighbours that to have a car they can rely on year after year.
Great review guys! And so much content coming out regularly! I am watching every each one of them. Other than that, I have to say, Adam has some cool watches! Seems to like his Seiko divers a lot 👍🙂
I'm looking to spend 50-60k on a medium to large SUV, from brand new to no more than 4-5 years old and this was what I was going to get but I've seen SO many horrible reviews and I am the unluckiest person on planet earth so now I don't know what to do. Suggestions, anyone?
We need videos like this in north america. Im pretty sure its a little different here as we dint have diesels but the hybrid models seem very similar. Thank you for the video
I'm the Andrew that owns this.
I do around 1000kms a week in this in regional NSW, so it gets serviced every 15 weeks or so. Very much a fan of an independent mechanic.
The tyre noise is down to the Hankook tyres on it currently. They won't be refitted.
I cannot believe i left a pack of tissues (clean) in the passenger net and the right rear seat has never done that before. Honest.
Great review as always.
Appreciate you lending your vehicle. I'm a big fan of the 850 turbo wagon of the 1990s ❤
Thanks mate. Is the infotainment that bad? And the Bowers and Wilkns sound so good? Fuel economy for diesel? Thanks :)
@@PH-kl5qq We have had 2 V60s in the family (same infotainm,ent and same car largely) And the infotainment is something you get used to, It's not too bad imo. Both of our cars had zero problems whatsoever, the first one we had for 3 years and drove 120 000 km in 3 years and never had to do anything other than the regular service intervals. Second one is going strong right now.
@PH-kl5qq the infotainment is fine. It's much better pre 2022. After that it was a google system. The Bowers and Wilkins is amazing. But the concert hall setting is not good for podcasts lol. I've done 10,000kms since the video with zero problems. I've replaced the tyres with Goodyear Eagle tyres and it's much quieter and handles better.
The rear seat did not drop because he didn't hold the button down. It won't drop with a quick jab.
We had a 2018 Xc60 R design D5
Loved every minute of it! Clocked 150kms in 2+ years and so we sold it but not one issue up to that point! Replaced it with an X6 and while we liked the luxury of the BMW, it was nowhere near as comfortable as the XC60 and the B&W sound system was far superior to the premium system of the X6. We are waiting for the updated XC90 and will return to Volvo once that hits the market. Ours was reliable (regularly serviced) and never had an issue apart from the rubber on the rear wheel arch that kept getting dislodged. Best seats compared to BMWs Audis or Mercs hands down, especially for long drives
It's reassuring that I'm not the only one who gets a bit chubbed looking at a Volvo. I thought I'd have to hang around parks in a rain coat to find others like me. But here we all are.
T5 2017 R design, petrol 50,000km....so far so good 🤞🤞 one of the most comfortable cars ever, road noise is a thing for sure
wow i did not expect that. i thought volvo's are quiet
Just drove a 3 week old plugin hybrid xc60 that in my home country goes for around 85k euro. Stranded the second week on the highway as the car gave a propulsion error and could not drive any faster than 45 km/h. Googled it and was shocked how many people experienced this issue. My love for volvo died down. Love the looks and the drive, but reliability is key.
It’s a Geely. That’s why it’s a nightmare and an endless money pit
Yes the Volvos were a paragon of reliability and cheap maintenance before CHICOMMS 😂
Xc60 white in colour for me. I like mb, bmw, vw, audi...etc.. but i still choose Volvo XC60.... one lovely and unassuming SUV. WHITE i like ttem clean.
i remember seeing x60s and thinking that its the perfect blend of hatch/sedan/suv. Always liked how they look
MY18 D5 R-Design here. Simply amazing car, 98% of what is said in this video is spot on. The pilot assist / self drive is literally better than tesla, and I own both..
_Good_
Sound system best in any car I've owned, sub is a bit lacking but highs and mids amazing.
Awesome seat so much adjustability, even better in the back for long trips.
Ability to tow, no issues here, long range interstate with the self drive effortless driving even in snow, heavy rain pitch black puts so many other cars to shame.
1100km to a tank, 880 around town why buy a hybrid?
Sound proof, easy to park, light steering, heads up display with a really great dash - GPS guidance as well., ACTUAL spare tyre! Adjustable height air suspension great for elderly and shorties even a bloody 4G modem in the car.
Pre 2019 models have no adblue :) and pre 2020 models have no china spec wiring gremlins!
_The bad_
Intercooler hoses blow off - common
Air con is pretty weak compared to Aussie cars, glass roof doesn't help
Air con evaporator - common issue rediculous to fix, much like the sunroof.
Few sensors that are delicate
Stupid volvo servicing - I take mine to 'volv of Adelaide'
Dash rattles after 120k kms certain bumps.
Suspension doesn't handle potholes well.
You're mates will give you shit even redicle, but your wife will drive one and won't give it back. Welcome to the hat drivers club, you wish you were a bloody volvo driver!
Great rundown mate. Thanks for sharing.
I have a 2022 XC60 T6 Recharge delivered in December 2021. No issues so far. Love the car. Driving around 80% electric. (living in Sweden).
Official Volvo service here in Balkan are extremely expensive too. Especially for something that shares many parts with Ford(my car is 1-gen xc60 5-cylindar diesel) And some maintenance is 4-5 times more expensive at official diler.
We have had 2 V60s in the family (same infotainment and same car largely) And the infotainment is something you get used to, It's not too bad imo. Both of our cars had zero problems whatsoever, the first one we had for 3 years and drove 120 000 km in 3 years and never had to do anything other than the regular service intervals. Second one is going strong right now. Both have been T6 hybrids, one of the most complicated models and it has had no problems still. It is also a great system, for everyday use it only ever uses the electric motor, but for longer trips and roadtrips (over around 70-80km) you can easily switch to gas engine.
THANK YOU!!!!❤
Volvo for me is a low key luxury car. I just bought a used XC60 T5 2021 and I'm in love with it!
im actually in the market for this vehicle, how many miles does yours have and are there any issues?
i am getting too, 2020 @ 108K miles, fully maintained, dont know the down side yet.
@@kiddaft3sorry for the late reply. I bought it in Florida, USA (I live in Albania). It had 67k miles (around 100k km). Had only pictures from inside and outside. I checked it at two different service shops, and they told me it's very well maintained and doesn't have any issues whatasover on its engine. It does have a few minor scratches which I painted.
@@ErionXhaferraj I ended up going for a 2022 4runner.. but I still notice the vovlo when they pass by,, beautiful whip..but I'm happy with the 4runner.. I'm from Texas and big cars are the standard.. I prefer midsize. all the same I wish you the best in your endeavor.
@@kiddaft3 did you buy one?i have a 2021 white on brown t5 awd inscription with 115000 miles on it
Definitelly XC60. I am from Poland. I have searched for a brand new mid SUV AWD petrol. I have driven for test Audi Q5, BMW X3, Lexus NX, Mercedes GLC. Finally I decided to buy Volvo My2024 XC60 B5(p) AWD Plus Dark Polestar Engineered (yea mouthful name I know) . I drive calmly so sportive features of its opponents did not matter to me. There are only three issues. The first is to small trunk (should have 100 litres more). The latter is this problem with rear doors. They get terribly dirty edges from the inside despite the additional protective caps. The last one is impossibility to turn off auto start/stop system. You can switch to Polestar mode but it is not suitable to cruise over the city. It shifts gears on 3000 rpms not on 2000 so such agreesive drive is not for daily usage. I used to switch to manual mode every time I see that stop will be really short and I am between 10 and 20 km/h. Afer that I switch back to D. Anyway good car so far. BTW My Android Infotainment works fantastic, no problems so far. I like voice commads to control climate, radio, navi. All works in polish language which is not so often. Strange that there is no "Hey Volvo" but "Hey Google" - this should be replaced definitelly :)
You can dissable the start/stop. Just push the button in the menu every time you start the car. Or configure your own individual drive setup, you can deactivate it there too.
@@galahad8856 no such option with latest versions with Android Auto. My is My2024.
There’s an A button with a cycle beside cup holder at center console. Can use it activate or deactivate.
@@kkgg-cq3bk this button is for the auto brake feature.
@@MariuszAleksandrowicz oh didn't know that. Those facelifts really seem to have a few downgrades.
I bought one back in 2018 and I was convinced at the time the reason for the complexity in the trim spec and options was to make it near impossible to play dealers off against each other to discount floor stock… because no 2 cars are identical.
I always enjoy your reviews. I might be tempting fate here, but i have 60k on my T5, with no issues and I still totally love the car, it's so beautiful to drive and you feel safer than any other car on the road.
2018 XC60 R-Design T5, 55,000 miles, regular maintenance, no issues.
Only t5 are good engines. The rest are junk they burn oil
I own a 2016 xc60 . Now problems other than 2 major air conditioning repairs under warranty. Bluetooth is not good, so I use aux input. Still running well 8 years . Engine and breaks are flawless. Service is annual.
I own the xc60 B5 pro 2022 model and you are 100% spot on with all the problems you mentioned in this videos 😅
I have a 2020 XC60 T5, good car so far. Only issue is the windshield wipers failed, apparently this was a recall. Living in rainy Vancouver its important for those to work. The only other issue is when the car is in reverse it lowers the audio volume. Every 1 out of ten times the audio never comes back and you have to fully shut down the vehicle. Open the door then restart. A bit annoying for a luxury SUV.
The "current homeland" joke was brilliant! 😂
And the mandarin was accurate. Hahah
@@HlysanderVolvo is owned by Geely, a Chinese car manufacturer since 2010
It’s not a joke. Geely owns Volvo and Polestar
But that wasn’t mainland Chinese accent
@@yuguo6449 as long as it is mandarin is ok
We bought our brand new 2018 D4 Momentum with an upgrade package at no cost here from the dealer in Perth WA. Done 115000 km, and next month will be six years since we bought it. Done regular servicing at the independent mechanic and at the dealer to update software periodically. Aside from regular wear and tear components replacement, I had no issues. The only problem is deprication, but if the vehicle is kept for long periods, it might not matter. Would I buy it since electrification and post 2022 upgrade? NO. 😢 I recommend getting Lexus NX, which I'm looking at the moment.
2020 D4 Inscription European owner here and looking to upgrade to B5 2022, this video really recaps everything going on with 2019-2022 XC60's really well.
Yes, buy it! I love mine. No problems.
I have a 2014 xc 60! Love it! The drive , the comfort. The only thing is a few sensor randomly going on an recent AC work! I have a good mechanic and I will give it to my 6ft 5 son! Time for an upgrade
Bought it when it was 4 years old with 65 k miles now it is 105k miles
The metal strip on the rear bumper is a dealer fit option, its not done at the factory, so not really a build issue.
The whole review wasn’t accurate some of it was but most off it wasn’t
I’ve got a 2019 R-design diesel with 110,000km. Apart from the AC evap unit failure (expensive) went halves with dealer and chewing rear brake pads twice as much as front 🤷🏽♂️. My wife and I absolutely love the car!
I bought one because a motoring journalists put his softometer on the dashboard and claiming it was soft enough, while running his fingernails over a competitors dash and claiming it had "scratchy plastics"
Wish I had of waited until a real review like yours was released.
Haha, the softometer, a crucial motoring journalist tool. What channel?
Was taking the Micky out of automotive journalists obsession with soft touch interior finish, which I understand, up until a point. But, get this, CarExpert actually has an instrument for measuring a surfaces hardness that he uses for his reviews.
Pretty much it's only cars with plush upmarket interiors that arrive at the dealership on the back of a tow truck. Those vehicles cursed with fingernail rubbing inducing "hard scratchy plastics" seem to always arrive on the service driveway, having been driven there my the owners.
Which is more reliable , the volvo xc40 vs the new honda crv ? @ReDriven
@@ReDrivenwhich is more reliable , the new honda crv vs the volvo xc 40 ?
@@amrashraf9559 Honda CRV for sure
XC40 review:
50% of potential buyers are cured from their thinking that Volvo is reliable.
Redriven:
"ONLY 50%? Let's do another one ... this time the alltime favorite ... let's stab a few (more) hearts"
Thanks(?) Redriven 😂
😂😂
This is xc60
Gold
@@Jayjay-we9sw They did the XC40 2 days ago. 😉
Thanks guys this opens up lots of eyes when you are about to buy one top classes video great@@ravingmad765
I'm still mad that they dropped the wagons in our market.
Pretty sure they dropped them entirely. Same with diesels
@@pokinachaDiesels I can understand but Volvo not selling estates? It's like if Range Rover suddenly decided to ditch SUVs!
maybe if you actually bought them instead of complaining on the internet...
@@AWMJoeyjoejoe Very true! But here in Europe Volvo thankfully still offer the V60 and V90 wagons.
@@larsgbg2304Not in all of Europe. They've dropped all estates from the UK market. (I know not EU anymore but geographically still in Europe.)
Another brilliant video guys! This is the best automotive channel on TH-cam.
Thanks so much mate!
We have a XC60D5 R Design with over 40k. No issues, awesome performance, ride and economy. Wouldn’t swap it.
T8 R design 50,000km 2nd gen and no issues.
Live driving this car…only 2 years old though
I've got a 2018 too, seems fine so far. I do get the weird "thunk" sound from the front end steering that volvo insists is fine. I wish someone knew what it is, if I knew I think it would bug me less. After so much time I'm now accustomed to how slow the infotainment screen reacts.
Great seeing another Volvo guys, keep up the great work ❤
in my second. first D4 now T8 polestar.
No issues ever.
No German car, Mercedes, Audi, BMW has no more or less issues...
My D4 was upgraded with $60 wireless charger, then perfect.
My T8 was upgraded with wireless Android Auto/Apple Car play module $75 - again, perfect!
Show me a car with more options, matrix style head lights at the time for less.
T8 and a daily commute of 30km all on wall plug electricity...hadn't fueled in months...then bowral on long trip as hybrid (4.7 liters per 100km) all with 415 horse power total if needed...show me a better car
Truely a shame that the XC60 has so many small to medium gremlins plaguing it as it looks like a fun car to drive.
I was definitely surprised that Hullsy recommended the diesel over the petrol and hybrid models.
It'll be interesting to see how the dark horse of luxury cars Genesis does compared to the likes of the XC60 and fellow European marques when you finally get one to review.
Bloody good job guys and look forward to next week's videos as per usual and keep up the good work 👍.
Cheers mate!
@@ReDriven I will admit I was expecting the safety features overview to be done in the style of someone reading an Ikea manual but having it done in mandarin still gave me a chuckle.
by about the time the first gen XC60 ended production and the second gen started, Volvo had phased out all old engines in favor of new 2L petrol and diesel platforms developed in China, presumably by Geely. Don't know what role Volvo had in that, but they build them in Europe so the reliability is either poor/unpolished design when they were developed, or some build quality issues.
The 2L diesel in the 1st gen XC60 was Peugeot/Citroen's HDI which is a proven platform. Solid, reliable, economical(as long as you don't neglect too much of course). That engine has been inside nearly everything you can think of in many many modifications, power outputs and what not. Compact hatchbacks, family estates/wagons, cargo vans, SUV's and more.
So what I speculate is: they took that engine as a base for developing the new one and have a more reliable Geely engine thanks to starting from a reliable platform.
On the other hand the petrol 2L would be less successful regardless if they based it on an existing europian platform or not. That's because these new engines were conceived as an idea way back in the late 00's. This was early downsizing and turbocharging era in europe and all 2L turbo platforms were complete bollock waffles and they remained that way for at least a few years, maybe at least a model generation or two. Like the early TSI motors on VW's, Audis, Skodas etc... I've seen Mk 5 and 6 golfs doing car repair shops tours, because nobody was able to figure out what was wrong with them 😂 Anyways, all this to say that if they based their new petrol engine on one of those earlier europian platforms, it would be no surprise they are crap. 15 years ago IL4 Turbo diesels in europe were the best and IL4 Turbo petrols were a "don't buy" and "def def don't buy used" 🤣
BTW I've no grounds to base this on, it's pure conspiracy on my part and I just concocted it whilst writing this comment. So consider this non-canon to the lore 😂😂😂
I recently discovered your channel, I’m looking to get an IS300h and your video is really useful in figuring out what to look out for.
Great videos! Now subscribed
I got a Volvo s60 Inscription 2017. I keep it in good shape just turned 90,000 miles so they always try to get me to upgrade. I love the shapes of the xc60 but I had no idea about these issues, good video
I have one since 2012 ( D5) - started well before 2017 ( but I guess you are talking about the chinese assembled model?) It has done 300,000km - no issues at all except now requires a new radiator. BEST car ever. Just wish they still made the D5
Love my D5 R design polestar, at 95000km now. Just fitted new brake pads & rotors plus one lower control arm due to a bad ball joint & engine torque mount but apart from that has been great. Does nearly 1000km on a tank on the open road and B&W is best stereo ever.
"Doesn't get hot in Oz..." Yep, 49C's not hot; well, not compared to a blast furnace, anyway! 🤣 Love it! 👍
Brother owns one, he loves it, apart from the dim/slow changing auto gearbox.
Even in Dynamic Drive mode?
Cars owner checking in again. 155k now. No reliability issues. I've got a company car now (top spec Mitsubishi Outlander in Petrol) that has done 145,000 less kms but already has more rattles. Car is now driven by my wife so not racking up kms quite as quickly.
I own a 2023 plus b5 love it and I think being base model not a lot can go wrong compared to ones with air suspension and sunroofs.
Over here in the U.S. of A., I have test driven a used “2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge T8 Ultimate Bright Theme” (what a mouthful of total mush that full name is!) with an ultra-low 7,963 miles on the odometer, for sale for USD 54,750 (down from its orig. MSRP of $71K+). This video saves me from the possibility of making a big ol’ honkin’ mistake of a purchase!
The D5 engine, the 5 cyl, is reagarded by us as one of the best engines (incl. petrols) in the category < 2.5 l.
In our Volvo association (Switzerland), ca 1,200 Volvos, we have 99.7 diesels, and many of the them run for over 400,000 km, before they were sold to Germany or export.
The possible mileage of the B5 (4 cyl. Diesel w/ mini e-motor) has be seen in the next years.
REMEMBER; every engine can have problems, even a Toyota 1HZ.....
the Volvo with the world-wide certified mileage was an 1800 , with 3.5 M miles, not km....
In our association, many people have drive regularly the 240 (stations of course), and even the PV544.....with mileages of around 600,000 km
Great review, thank you
Absolutely love my infotainment screen… no issues whatsoever 🤷♂️
Omg thank you for the mechanic’s words. I’m looking at the xc60 plug-in hybrid. All these common issues sound like a nightmare
I ran a 2019 T5 for 4 years, only thing that caused issue was the Aux battery which Volvo replaced under warranty. Now on a new T8 Ultimate 🙂
I own a Volvo V60 T6 R AWD Polestar engineered 2020, 326 HP equipped with low sportschassi...... absolutely fantastic car , owned it for 2 years now an never failed yet, driven it for 2500 kilometers now without any problems..... so I can't recognize me in all your negative critics you want to submit.... Sounds you really dislike Volvo as car.... 👎👎👎
Had my T5 R-design
Two years now best car I’ve ever had better than my Mercedes and BMW. I did take out warranty wise insurance but not used it yet. 😂 the drive and the look are still cool. Thanks
I have a 2019 T6. To fold the seats you have to press and hold the button. A quick jab will not drop the seat.
T5 is your simplest .
It’s been used for several models & been very dependable on maintained maintenance.
Its a Ford, and shares components with Landrover and Ford Kuga, all based on Mondeo parts. It almost certainly shares faults with Freelander 2, especially rear differential and Haldex coupling foibles. The earlier Volkswagen five pot diesel was a popular choice, and long lived if serviced correctly. A well respected design.
Super happy with XC40 b4, so far 42.000km no issues at all (expect dab radio bug)
There is a trim upgrade for rear door lower area from Volvo, costs buttons and you can fit in about two mins per side, stops all dirt getting to inside of rear door.
You guys done the review for GLC and XC60, can you review the BMW X3 G01 model next? Especially the 2017-2021 pre-facelifted version as comparison
Thanks for the excellent review. And the great comments. Here in the US, we have Consumer Reports to tell us that the Volvo XC60 is among the least reliable of all the compact luxury SUVs. But I have a 2017 Volvo XC60 T5 AWD, bought used, and I love it. But I have had some expensive repairs, and I did get completely stranded recently. I have been driving various wonderful Volvo sedans and wagons for 50 years and was only ever stranded once before, a long time ago. So I am torn. I would like to get a newer XC60, like a '22, but reliability is one of my biggest concerns. I am thinking that a thorough independent inspection and an extended warranty might be good investments. BTW, one minor beef with my '17 is that the infotainment bezel is brushed chrome and it extends above the top of the dash so that Arizona sun can reflect directly into my eyes. How stupid is that? Fortunately, a sheet of black vinyl adhesive took care of it. Ugly, but functional.
Hi Andrew., Thanks for the great content!
Can you make a used Civic review for Australian market?
With details on which trims, years etc to prefer and avoid.
The funny thing is that Volvo decided to go for a 4 cylinders only to "streamline" their range !! It is just so confusing, wait until they change everything from XC to EX
What does Jim think about the previous engines, from 2018-2021. T6 and the D5 models?
I’ve often admired these when I’ve seen the parked on the side of the road.
Pity when the engineers asked how
complicated Volvo wanted the drivetrain they just got told “yes”.
Never let the engineers go nuts…
I'd like to know what the B4D version is like at towing? It can tow upto 2300kg but how does that 48v battery and motor hold up after towing a lot??
When I turn my lane assistance off it turns itself back on the next time I use it. Same with the auto stop. Cant work it out !
I was hoping to buy a used XC60 Inscription. I fell in love with the beautiful white interior, but I can't bring myself to pull the trigger after watching this video. I
My 2nd generation XC60 diesel has neen brilliant in the three years that ive owned it.
According to ChatGPT the ERAD issue involves mainly T8 engines, so T6 should be a safer choice?
I absolutely love the looks of the modern Volvo’s! The list of issues seems to be at the level that used to belong to Maserati, so I’ll just wait this one out (unfortunately…😢)
We owned a brand new 2011 xc60 that had a huge oil consumption. The car was in service over 30 days. Finally it was deemed a lemon car. The manufacturer was forced to buy back the car. It was a nightmare of a car.
Totally different car mate and probably the ford 4cyl engine.. You can complain a lot about volvo (rightfully or not) but engines is one thing they really really know a lot about.
Thanks for the warning man. Really appreciated. I had positive thoughts about this brand but now not anymore.
How do you compare this xc60 plug-in to the Audi q5e plug-in ?
I own a 2012 XC60 T6 with 90,000 miles. I bought it off a lease in 2015 with 60,000 miles and took it to Volvo Dealer for a pre purchase inspection. They said it was perfect. It's been nothing but trouble. I regret buying it. I'll never buy another one.
On my third one. All have been perfect. This one no so. The car play keep stop working. Had head unit replaced. But stop working again. Go back in the shop
I had no problems with my (old) d4 and (latest) b4. It's like life itself, for most people, you never know what's going to happen regardless of brand...
Do the same engine problems apply to the S60? (I have a 2022 s60, so keen to hear?)
Great reviews... Keep em coming
Inscription is actually above R-Design in terms of equipment and luxury
How are D4 engines ? Are they reliable?
You've got so many videos about the new SUV volvos, and only one on a more oldschool volvo (the S80), I'd like to see a video about a V40, or a C30, or a V60, why not?
Just picked up my 2020 lexus is350, the facelifted f sports trim. Love the channel and would be more than happy to have u do a review of the car
Guys I really love this channel, great work!
Glad you enjoy it!
I am planning to buy a Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid Mid-SUV or SUV. Budget below $60k. I was thinking about XC60 mild hybrid used. But saw BYD SEALION 6 under $60k brand new as well. Also considering RAV4 used. I got around 100km daily drive to work. Also looking for a long term use. Based on quality, features and all which one you suggest. Let me know if anyone got other options as well.
Can I put the T6 engine in the XC40? 🤔
Comparing one of this to X3M40i, could you please help on them. Thanks for your videos, SQ5 and GLC are not under consideration anymore. But BMW and Volvo are still on the list.
Did you guys find out where the interior noises comes from? It makes noises when your in neutral (vibrating noise) is extremely annoying.
I am always surprised how many people buy a car for it's looks, not for how it performs. I guess it's more important for them to impress their neighbours that to have a car they can rely on year after year.
You lost me when you put r-design trim level over the Inscription. Inscription was the highest version for 2018-2022 models
Apologies for such a cataclysmic error. Not sure how we’ll recover
Great review guys! And so much content coming out regularly! I am watching every each one of them. Other than that, I have to say, Adam has some cool watches! Seems to like his Seiko divers a lot 👍🙂
Could you do the V90 aswell
Hi have you done a review of a Mitsubishi Mirage as my daughter is looking at buying a second hand one
One of the worst cars on the road - don't buy a Mitsubishi Mirage!
X340i over XC60 T8, it has a simpler (and therefore potentially more reliable) powertrain.
I am searching for Acura rdx with 3.5 ltr v6 AWD. I now have a 2010 Honda Crosstour, which has been excellent 😀No electric/turbo cars for this kid
I'm looking to spend 50-60k on a medium to large SUV, from brand new to no more than 4-5 years old and this was what I was going to get but I've seen SO many horrible reviews and I am the unluckiest person on planet earth so now I don't know what to do.
Suggestions, anyone?
This is the review I was waiting for. Would you recommend buying a used one above 100K Kms?
How about the mild hybrid diesel ?
We need videos like this in north america. Im pretty sure its a little different here as we dint have diesels but the hybrid models seem very similar. Thank you for the video
Look at the P3 platform
My 2020 R design pro B5 with air suspension and all the toys has none of the above faults. Guess I must have dropped on a perfect model.
Can U make X5 G05 DreDriven Please🥺