blade Posted October 21, 2019 Report Share Posted October 21, 2019 Anybody drive one just looking for pros and cons and off road capability.My old xtrail is getting on a bit in miles now.Looking at a 2006 /2007 model xc90 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diver One Posted October 21, 2019 Report Share Posted October 21, 2019 I've got a late 2009 model to replace the LWB Shogun classic whichnwas burnt to,the ground in a Liverpool,carpark fire! ask away...... only downside so far is the parking brake is a footpedal....takes a bit of getting used to, other than that it's brilliant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayden Posted October 21, 2019 Report Share Posted October 21, 2019 I have a late 2009 model too, it replaced a Disco 3 that stopped working. Like above, I struggle to find anything bad to say about it and it hasn't put a foot wrong in the (Nearly a) year I've had it. I am thoroughly impressed with it, completely converted. Haven't had the need to take it off road, so wouldn't know it's capabilities, but have taken it in snow, and again, it was brilliant. Cheers Hayden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerCat Posted October 21, 2019 Report Share Posted October 21, 2019 Farmer friend is on his second one. Uses it on the farm, school run and towing a great big trailer with cows in. Says it's great and goes anywhere he needs it too including ploughed fields as I've seen him do it. Don't know what the fuel use is like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norfolk dumpling Posted October 23, 2019 Report Share Posted October 23, 2019 Avoid new style models - I spend a lot of time providing owners with replacements for both XC60/90s where high % have software problems. I have visited one lady 4 times this year and she always asks for anything other than a Volvo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 23, 2019 Report Share Posted October 23, 2019 Permanent four wheel drive, nice interior and does fine off-road I've had mine near on three years now and it's nicer to drive than a xtrail. My wife loves driving it as it feels safe and solid with a very good driving position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hodge911 Posted October 23, 2019 Report Share Posted October 23, 2019 (edited) had mine for a year now 2004 mk1 diesel auto . replaced my 2003 xtrail had it across the fields and dirt tracks on my perm and its been fine even with road tyres on was fine in the snow last year ive had it remapped for economy and on a run down to Whitstable from Newcastle it averaged around 48 mpg at a steady 70 mph [set on cruise control] never had a volvo before and really like it . repairs are a bit costly tho just had a reconditioned steering rack fitted along with 2 lower ball joints 2 front drop links at a cost of over £650 Edited October 23, 2019 by hodge911 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WelshAndy Posted October 23, 2019 Report Share Posted October 23, 2019 Bought a 2010 R-design in feb this year after nearly buying a discovery 3.... Best decision I’ve made - wife loves driving it, as others have said its extremely safe. You won’t regret buying one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandspider Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 Neighbour had a petrol XC90, fairly new. Reliable and good in snow, but thirsty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cawdor118 Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 Volvo are class! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oowee Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 23 hours ago, figgy said: Permanent four wheel drive, nice interior and does fine off-road I've had mine near on three years now and it's nicer to drive than a xtrail. My wife loves driving it as it feels safe and solid with a very good driving position. A nice interior is rubbish off road. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 Depends what sort of offroading, driving down tracks and accross fields I've been ok. Better on road that lots of other off roaders I've had. Tyres are the main problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oowee Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 28 minutes ago, figgy said: Depends what sort of offroading, driving down tracks and accross fields I've been ok. Better on road that lots of other off roaders I've had. Tyres are the main problem. For me its more the getting in and out with wellies, rather than the driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 Mud mats, I use the clear sticky plastic carpet protector from screwfix over the footwells and up the sides. Works very well. Wipes out and keeps the carpets clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diver One Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 I got a boot liner and paid an additional £5 for a carpet to fit from same place.....London Car mats? when boot is going to get dirty I turn mat over so it's rubber side up. Came in handy when wife left tap partly open on 25l water container fromhorse. Caught most of the water BUT some got into nearside rear wheel arch void where the parking sensor ECU lives. Note....they are NOT waterproof bought a rubber boot mat and small coir boot brush/mat Jobby from lidl. Stand on it, brush off wellies /boots happy days also...all rear seats are independatnt so just drop/raise whatever suits your load. No faffing about with a fixed double Third row or a 1/3-2/3 split second row either still miss our Shogun though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Best Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 1 hour ago, oowee said: For me its more the getting in and out with wellies, rather than the driving. I have no problems with that. My troubles come from other people getting in and out of my vehicles with wellies and wiping them all over the doors, transmission tunnel, seats, etc, etc, etc. I just don’t know how they manage to do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 Make them put carrier bags on their feet as they get in. I used to, got sick of all the mud up the backs of seats when people got in the back. Now I put loads of stuff on my seats so no room for passengers, you won't take your motor down so walk there and back is my motto now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blade Posted October 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2019 One i was going to look at is a bit older 2004 but only 99000 miles and is manual.Are the auto boxes better don't see many manual ones .And i prefer the cream leather 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARSH GUN Posted October 27, 2019 Report Share Posted October 27, 2019 Had our 2007 for five years now its been fantastic, lots of room comfortable tows well does all we need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WelshAndy Posted October 28, 2019 Report Share Posted October 28, 2019 I’d take the auto over the manual... lazy driving haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 28, 2019 Report Share Posted October 28, 2019 Auto for me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Best Posted October 28, 2019 Report Share Posted October 28, 2019 Auto every time, only way to drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B725 Posted October 28, 2019 Report Share Posted October 28, 2019 You only have two feet why do you want three pedals, auto is a better drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centrepin Posted November 2, 2019 Report Share Posted November 2, 2019 (edited) Have you considered an XC70? Far more room inside for driver and passengers and a truly cavernous estate space. They tend to be a little cheaper than the XC90 and being a little lower a better drive (no body roll). I tow with mine and use it mildly off road. Its AWD and very sure footed. I found the XC90 to have less head room which is why I bought the XC70. (No comments on my big head please)! Also auto, wouldn't consider otherwise. Edited November 2, 2019 by Centrepin Addition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oowee Posted December 7, 2019 Report Share Posted December 7, 2019 https://www.screwfix.com/p/no-nonsense-carpet-protection-roll-25m-x-500mm/72304 @figgy is this the stuff you use? Need something for my lux. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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