The Volvo S90/V90 lease thread

[MYOB]

R-design spec can be sparse. Just check the specs.

But thanks for an interesting review!

[snake_oil]

MYOB said:

R-design spec can be sparse. Just check the specs.

But thanks for an interesting review!

I think you need to check again. On the V90 at least, it's very generous.

Thanks for that review soup dragon. I'm also going into a V90 from an Alltrack, am very much looking forward to it.

[soupdragon1]

MYOB said:

R-design spec can be sparse. Just check the specs.

But thanks for an interesting review!

Yes, I've checked the specs. You get quite a lot of extras compared to momentum and momentum is well specced anyway so I'm not sure how you can describe it as sparse?

[MYOB]

Ok maybe it's different for the V90 but historically, the r-design was a pretty basic trim level unless the options are added generously.

[snake_oil]

Radar cruise
Heated seats
Electric tailgate
Active cockpit display
Pilot assist
Leather/alcantara
LED headlights with active high beam
Folding mirrors
330W stereo (80w on Jaguar XF, for example, unless you pay 700 to upgrade)

amongst other bits n bobs.

The only downside for me is I'd perhaps preferred the blonde interior, but I wanted the active display (not available on Momentum) and was too tight to pay the uplift to Inscription

[FastNReliable]

Having visited my local dealer and been disappointed with their attitude and prices (no change from the last time I bought form them) I ordered a V90 via Stoneacre.

Really looking forward to having it delivered. I've not had a test drive but I'm sure it'll be just fine.

[dobinn]

Anyone driven an r-design that can comment on the ride quality? Slightly concerned around it being too firm....

[whoami]

dobinn said:

Anyone driven an r-design that can comment on the ride quality? Slightly concerned around it being too firm....

There's little to no discernible difference

[norchi]

Anyone contemplating buying a current V90 really should read the current 4 x 4 estates test in this month's CAR and give it a second thought. Principally their observations of the 'thrashy, peaky and pedestrian engine' (D5 Powerpulse) and to a lesser extent in the ride quality and handling which may, in fairness, be better in the FWD alternatives.

Don.

[soupdragon1]

norchi said:

Anyone contemplating buying a current V90 really should read the current 4 x 4 estates test in this month's CAR and give it a second thought. Principally their observations of the 'thrashy, peaky and pedestrian engine' (D5 Powerpulse) and to a lesser extent in the ride quality and handling which may, in fairness, be better in the FWD alternatives.

Don.

While I think its important to read reviews, watch youtube video's etc (I do that a lot) it's also good to get a test drive of your own. I had it for a 2 day test drive and loved it - any negatives I had read in online reviews were quickly put at ease once I got behind the wheel. It drove really well. The S90 is made in China and the V90 in Sweden as I understand - not sure if that makes a difference though...

[FastNReliable]

I'd have loved a test drive, in fact I went to my local dealer hoping to get one. I also went there hoping they may be able to provide a competitive quote.

Unfortunately they had no desire to even try to be competitive and the salesman made it perfectly clear that he considered a test drive to be a perk of buying from him so not available other wise...

Saying that the car I drive at the moment has BMW MSport suspension so I'm hoping the V90 R Design is no worse.

[uzyg]

soupdragon1 said:

While I think its important to read reviews, watch youtube video's etc (I do that a lot) it's also good to get a test drive of your own. I had it for a 2 day test drive and loved it - any negatives I had read in online reviews were quickly put at ease once I got behind the wheel. It drove really well. The S90 is made in China and the V90 in Sweden as I understand - not sure if that makes a difference though...

I've always wondered how you manage to get a prolonged test drive such as 1 or 2 days?
The most I've managed is 40 mins with the salesperson yapping away in the passenger seat. Is there a secret handshake I need to know about?

[MYOB]

uzyg said:

I've always wondered how you manage to get a prolonged test drive such as 1 or 2 days?
The most I've managed is 40 mins with the salesperson yapping away in the passenger seat. Is there a secret handshake I need to know about?

It helps if you're a regular customer of theirs over a few years where they get to know you well.

There may be other tactics too...

[whoami]

MYOB said:

uzyg said:

I've always wondered how you manage to get a prolonged test drive such as 1 or 2 days?
The most I've managed is 40 mins with the salesperson yapping away in the passenger seat. Is there a secret handshake I need to know about?

It helps if you're a regular customer of theirs over a few years where they get to know you well.

There may be other tactics too...

Or just ask them.

[MedwayMonaro]

Had a test drive today of a S90 D5 R Design complete with 21 inch wheels. Also I usually drive a 2015 Insignia Elite diesel so standards are suitably low...

Overall I found the S90 to be a very compelling package. Very comfortable, quick enough for motorway driving and the interior is the best I've sat in since I had my XF years ago. The ride quality was ok but I felt it could be improved although the alloys probably didn't help and the engine was a little noisy I thought. Car I tried had the Bowers and Wilkins stereo fitted which was brilliant but so it should be for 3k!

Had my heart set on an R Design but I'd like front sensors and there's nothing left in the budget plus I'm not allowed options. So I may try for the Inscription instead as it's a good looking car regardless.

Looking forward to getting my order placed!

[sawman]

this weeks email from Mill north east

S90 D4 R design with winter pack and metallic £199, with £2k down - tempted even though I don't need one (now if it was a v90....)

Edited by sawman on Friday 2nd February 19:24

[Farrago]

Do you have a contact for that £199 offer? I've got a Inscription with extras lined up at £317 on 9+23, but the R-Design is just insanely cheap right now, making that look a poor deal now

[soupdragon1]

sawman said:

this weeks email from Mill north east

S90 D4 R design with winter pack and metallic £199, with £2k down - tempted even though I don't need one (now it it was a v90....)

18 months or 24?

[sawman]

soupdragon1 said:

sawman said:

this weeks email from Mill north east

S90 D4 R design with winter pack and metallic £199, with £2k down - tempted even though I don't need one (now it it was a v90....)

18 months or 24?

18 months, closer inspection suggests might be 8k miles a year - see above for contact

[numtumfutunch]

Im getting cold feet on account of the punitive fixed yearly servicing this car needs

£650-750 for two mandatory services is hard to ignore especially as VAG, BMW and others have a variable period which may even exempt them from a first oil change if you're lucky/creative

18 months is a decent idea but I was wondering if anyone has blagged a 23 month contract or been given an assurance, pref in writing, that you can duck the second spendy service if you hand it back a week early?

Cheers