Volvo V60 lease thread
Discussion
Thought I'd start a new thread for anyone taking up the Volvo V60 on a lease.
I myself have gone for the V60 CC T5. Having previously had the V90 D4.
Looking forward to having a quieter and more refined engine. The V90 was nice but boy is the engine rough and found the noise intrusive
Feel free to keep each other posted on expected delivery times.
I myself have gone for the V60 CC T5. Having previously had the V90 D4.
Looking forward to having a quieter and more refined engine. The V90 was nice but boy is the engine rough and found the noise intrusive
Feel free to keep each other posted on expected delivery times.
niva441 said:
You're not alone, I ordered a CC, but D4 (not ready to give up diesel torque). Ordered end of last month hoping for end of October delivery, but current prediction is end of the first week of November.
The torque will certainly be missed. I've always preferred diesel and the torque. I held off going for the T4 V90 and V60 as I wasn't keen on having a heavy car with that lower powered engine. I'm hoping the T5 will be a good swap. Economy will be poor and it seems to be getting mixed reviews on certain threads and forums. I didn't have time to take one out for a test drive so fingers crossed it will be ok.
Keen to hear anyone who has experience of the T4, T5 and D4 engines.
Just a heads up for some of you who may have placed an order with iCarlease for the V60 T5 CC.
Debbie just rang saying the funder has agreed for some of the cars to be offered with free metallic paint option. Something about not wanting lots of cars coming back with stock black or white colours.
The quote remains the same with no additional cost.
I've opted to switch from Ice white to Birch light.
It seems Volvo are loving every shade of grey at the moment. Not much colour choice although I do dare someone to opt for maple brown!
Debbie is working her way through the list so hopefully you can expect a call soon.
Debbie just rang saying the funder has agreed for some of the cars to be offered with free metallic paint option. Something about not wanting lots of cars coming back with stock black or white colours.
The quote remains the same with no additional cost.
I've opted to switch from Ice white to Birch light.
It seems Volvo are loving every shade of grey at the moment. Not much colour choice although I do dare someone to opt for maple brown!
Debbie is working her way through the list so hopefully you can expect a call soon.
The weekly email from TCH for my Volvo V60 cc deal with iCarlease now shows a delay in expected deliver date
Originally anticipated delivery date was 6
9th December
Now the estimated delivery date is 6th January.
No idea how accurate this is.
I had a call from iCarlease earlier this month explaining that Volvo had built the original white coloured cars which were ready to take if we wanted to accept this as per the original order. If I wanted to keep with the revised free metallic paint option they will still go ahead and build but may mean a slight delay.
Originally anticipated delivery date was 6
9th December
Now the estimated delivery date is 6th January.
No idea how accurate this is.
I had a call from iCarlease earlier this month explaining that Volvo had built the original white coloured cars which were ready to take if we wanted to accept this as per the original order. If I wanted to keep with the revised free metallic paint option they will still go ahead and build but may mean a slight delay.
My V60 cc T5 (iCarlease deal) was delivered on 7th Jan. I've only had a chance to potter around the city in it. No motorway driving just yet.
I'll try to add some photos, hopefully they'll show.
It's the v60 cc T5 in birch with blonde interior.
A couple of things I like compared to the previous v90 D4 I had;
Positives so far;
The ride in the V60 cc is much silkier and smoother than the R-Design V90. Suspension in the v60 in much better tackling bumps and road imperfections.
The car feels lighter in all aspects. Steering is very light.
The T5 is obviously much smoother and quieter than the rough and grumbling D4 engine. T5 seems to suit this car making it a more relaxing drive.
Gearbox seems much more responsive and less jerky at lower revs coming to a stop and moving off from standstill.
Keyless entry. I hadn't optioned this and had no idea the car had this as standard. Never fond of this due to security concerns but it has proved convenient to have.
Front and rear parking sensors. The v90 only had rear.
Auto dipping side mirrors when reversing. Didn't spec these.
Auto tailgate boot opening and closing with swipe of your foot. I didn't option this so is a nice touch.
Lock car when closing the boot button on the tailgate. Didn't option this either but a nice useful thing to have.
Extra 'Lifestyle' key that comes as a 3rd key. Small to carry with you if needed. Although I haven't got any idea how to lock the car with this as there are no buttons. Seems to open the car just fine.
Auto driver's seat. With memory functions. Hadn't optioned this and was expecting manual like the v90.
2 usb slots in the centre arm rest cubby. V90 only had 1 slot.
Dislikes;
The rear parcel shelf was automatic on the v90. It's manual on the v60 meaning you have to faff around with it each time you want to put anything meaningful in the boot.
No boot floor flip up divider in the v60. This was in the v90 and helped keep things separate and from crashing around.
I feel I will miss the ACC and assisted hands off steering that was standard on the v90 R-Design.
Ugly looking TCH leasing windscreen pouch stuck on in the corner.
Manual rear seat fold downs in the v60. The v90 had electronic buttons in the boot. Found this helpful and easier when lugging around large or long items.
Issues;
I've messed around with the driver profiles but for some reason the car will not comply with the following setting.
Auto turn on heated seats
Auto turn on heated steering wheel
I can select them but they do not auto turn on when the car is started. This however did work on day 1 for the first few starts but has not worked since.
The car had a random parking sensor blocked message today even though the sensors were all clean. Sorted itself out eventually.
I'll try to add some photos, hopefully they'll show.
It's the v60 cc T5 in birch with blonde interior.
A couple of things I like compared to the previous v90 D4 I had;
Positives so far;
The ride in the V60 cc is much silkier and smoother than the R-Design V90. Suspension in the v60 in much better tackling bumps and road imperfections.
The car feels lighter in all aspects. Steering is very light.
The T5 is obviously much smoother and quieter than the rough and grumbling D4 engine. T5 seems to suit this car making it a more relaxing drive.
Gearbox seems much more responsive and less jerky at lower revs coming to a stop and moving off from standstill.
Keyless entry. I hadn't optioned this and had no idea the car had this as standard. Never fond of this due to security concerns but it has proved convenient to have.
Front and rear parking sensors. The v90 only had rear.
Auto dipping side mirrors when reversing. Didn't spec these.
Auto tailgate boot opening and closing with swipe of your foot. I didn't option this so is a nice touch.
Lock car when closing the boot button on the tailgate. Didn't option this either but a nice useful thing to have.
Extra 'Lifestyle' key that comes as a 3rd key. Small to carry with you if needed. Although I haven't got any idea how to lock the car with this as there are no buttons. Seems to open the car just fine.
Auto driver's seat. With memory functions. Hadn't optioned this and was expecting manual like the v90.
2 usb slots in the centre arm rest cubby. V90 only had 1 slot.
Dislikes;
The rear parcel shelf was automatic on the v90. It's manual on the v60 meaning you have to faff around with it each time you want to put anything meaningful in the boot.
No boot floor flip up divider in the v60. This was in the v90 and helped keep things separate and from crashing around.
I feel I will miss the ACC and assisted hands off steering that was standard on the v90 R-Design.
Ugly looking TCH leasing windscreen pouch stuck on in the corner.
Manual rear seat fold downs in the v60. The v90 had electronic buttons in the boot. Found this helpful and easier when lugging around large or long items.
Issues;
I've messed around with the driver profiles but for some reason the car will not comply with the following setting.
Auto turn on heated seats
Auto turn on heated steering wheel
I can select them but they do not auto turn on when the car is started. This however did work on day 1 for the first few starts but has not worked since.
The car had a random parking sensor blocked message today even though the sensors were all clean. Sorted itself out eventually.
Edited by uzyg on Thursday 9th January 13:28
Chozza said:
Tap the outside edge of the door handle
- the same works with your normal keys as well .. you shouldn't have to be using the buttons on the remote at all - i use this method as you need to be closer to the car .. so im assuming less chance for the signal be intercepted
The lifestyle key doesn't appear in my lease paperwork .- i only need to return two keys . ( i guess since the battery isn't replaceable so its a disposable item ) so its my default key as its smaller , waterproof and if i lose it then im not forking out for replacement
Thanks for that, it works! Bulky key swapped over for slimline lifestyle key. - the same works with your normal keys as well .. you shouldn't have to be using the buttons on the remote at all - i use this method as you need to be closer to the car .. so im assuming less chance for the signal be intercepted
The lifestyle key doesn't appear in my lease paperwork .- i only need to return two keys . ( i guess since the battery isn't replaceable so its a disposable item ) so its my default key as its smaller , waterproof and if i lose it then im not forking out for replacement
I also forgot to mention that it comes with the bendy corner headlights, which are useful.
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