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test drove an XC90 V8 sport
my wife & i drove to dayton, ohio (an hour a way) to test drive the closest XC90 V8 'sport'. this one is 'passion red' ... the only color 'exclusive' to the sport version. there are only 400 sports produced a year... i hope it meets up to my expectations. :p
the other color choices are: - black sapphire metallic (no way!!! :p) - electric silver (maybe) - titanium grey metallic (nope) i will report back with pics... sport version details: 4.4 liter engine specially designed for the XC90 311 hp / 325 lb-ft @ 3,900 rpm Dual continuously variable valve timing Advanced emission control All-road capability with a generous ground clearance of 8.6 inches Six-speed Geartronic automatic transmission Sport -Tuned Suspension and Steering 19" Vulcanis wheels with all-season tires SPORT seats, steering wheel and leather gear shift knob SPORT interior styling with alu-deco inlays and watch dial instruments SPORT exhaust tips http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i9...-v8-sport1.jpg UPDATE: (after test drive) ... wow... i must say i was overly impressed with the volvo... the positives: - volvo safety... - the ride was nice and crispy... - all around the size was perfect... - the seats & steering wheel are outstanding... - all-season 19" tires - wonderful sound system... - a throaty engine & exhaust sound... - no premium fuel required... - a unique sport package (i won't see myself coming & going)... - the color look so good in person (pics don't do it justice)... - good insurance rates... - discounted from 54k to 42k... the negatives: (the little things) - daytime running lights... - no tilt down passenger mirror when backing... - no self dimming side mirrors... - no front parking sensors... - no area to house the gas cap when removed... - the red paint shows finger prints very easily... - the gas mileage 15/20 (but expected)... as we all know... no vehicle is perfect... but an extremely strong contender... if not the one. i really liked it and so did my wife... http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i9...1/IMG_5510.jpg http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i9...1/IMG_5513.jpg http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i9...1/IMG_5516.jpg http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i9...1/IMG_5526.jpg ~ now narrowed down to the X5 4.8 sport... range rover hse sport... or the volvo XC90 V8 sport thoughts??? (my wife had an '01 X5 4.4 sport as a prior vehicle)... |
Not to mention you can have a fully loaded sport for around $60k, similarly loaded X5 4.8 comes in a hair under 70k.
--- ASE PRICE $49,300 Styling $475 Exterior Titanium Grey Metallic $475 19" x 7.5" Vulcanis Wheels with Pirelli Scorpion ZZERO 255/50/R19 All Season Radial Tires N/C Interior Sport Graphite Leather N/C Options $8,117 Convenience Package $1,295 * Park Assist, Rear * Power Retractable Rearview Mirrors * Power Child Locks * Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror * Compass in Rear View Mirror * Interior Air Quality System (IAQS) Climate Package $412 * Heated Front Seats * Headlamp Washers Technology Package $2,295 * Active Bi-Xenon Gas Discharged Headlamps (GDL) with Automatic Level Control (Include Headlamp Washers) * Sirius Satellite Radio with Complimentary Six Month Subscription * Premium Sound System/Dynaudio Volvo Navigation System with DVD Map Data and Remote Control and Sirius Satellite Radio Preparation $2,120 Dual Screen Rear Seat Entertainment System $1,995 Accessories $1,951 Volvo Hands-Free with Bluetooth $354 Wing Profile Crossbars - Aluminum $220 Running Boards $800 Booster Cushion / Backrest $144 Satellite Radio $433 Features * Horsepower 311 @ 5,850 RPM; Torque 325 @ 3,900 RPM * 4.4-Liter, 8-Cylinder, Transversely Mounted, Naturally Aspirated Engine * 6-Speed Adaptive Automatic Transmission with Geartronic, Electronically-controlled * Pre-charged, Electronically-controlled All-Wheel-Drive with Instant Traction(TM) * Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) * Side Impact Air Bags for Driver and Front Passenger * Whiplash Protection Seating System (WHIPS) * Sport-tuned suspension and steering * Inflatable Side Curtains (IC) (coverage for third-row occupants) * Roll Stability Control (RSC) * Front Cross-Member for SUV-to-Car Impact Compatibility * Power Glass Moonroof * Three Seating Rows with Seven Seats * 19" Alloy Wheels * SPORT Seats with Leather Seating Surfaces * Power Adjustable Driver Seat and Passenger, 8-Way with 3-Position Memory (driver only) and Lumbar Support * Seat belt pretensioners for all seating positions * 85.1 cu. ft. cargo capacity * Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warranty * 4 Years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first Roadside Assistance * Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance * 4 Years |
cost breakdown
Sport Pkg... Convenience Package... Climate Package... Technology Package...
the above options would be what i desire: msrp: $49,300 options: $4,265 dest: $695 msrp total: $53,997 discount: $11,552 lease price total: $42,920 total out of pocket: $1,043 lease payment: $695 (w/ tax included) 36 month lease - 12k per yr. |
Wow that is a beautiful car! I like the XC90 from the window switches up, everything below that (plastic trim quality match etc) seems cheap
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I also test drove and sat in rear seats of the XC90 recently.
I did not find teh ride so thrilling as compared to X5. The rear seats felt a little smaller than X5, I mean the depth felt less than X5, and I do not have long legs. |
I sat in an XC90 at the dealership. I hated it.
However, this one looks nice. I am wondering if the one I sat in was the basic model.. hmm |
I also am looking at the XC90 for my wife. Whats the deal w/ the 11k discount...is this typical or only for this model and dealer?
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:google: for my thoughts on volvo.
don't do it. |
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Volvos are great. Just like every other car. That is, until the new car novelty wears off. And then you've got to grow up and learn to make friends with your service advisor and tech because you'll be seeing them frequently. |
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