Volvo XC60 Lux SE

raptor2004

I recently test drove a 2017 XC60 with the17 inch alloys and thicker side wall size. I’m looking to upgrade from my current V40 R-Design to a quieter, refined motor cruiser and thought the 5 cylinder 2.4 diesel XC60 with the smaller wheels would fit the bill. 

I was surprised that the XC60 was a little more noisier in the cabin compared to my car! Another expectation that didn’t meet was the engine refinement. I thought a 5 cylinder engine would be smoother and more refined than my 4 cylinder but no, they’re about the same. 

The seats were also the same. I can’t see how the XC60 is much of an upgrade from the V40. 

Mark_d

The V40 is a regular estate car and the XC60 is an SUV so they're not directly comparable.  The SUV will have more wind noise and more road noise.

Grumpy_chap

raptor2004 said:

I recently test drove a 2017 XC60 with the17 inch alloys and thicker side wall size. I’m looking to upgrade from my current V40 R-Design to a quieter, refined motor cruiser and thought the 5 cylinder 2.4 diesel XC60 with the smaller wheels would fit the bill. 

I was surprised that the XC60 was a little more noisier in the cabin compared to my car! Another expectation that didn’t meet was the engine refinement. I thought a 5 cylinder engine would be smoother and more refined than my 4 cylinder but no, they’re about the same. 

The seats were also the same. I can’t see how the XC60 is much of an upgrade from the V40. 

A large SUV will create more wind noise than a small hatch / estate.
The type and condition of tyres can make a difference to the amount of road noise, not just the rim size.
A diesel will generally be more noisy than an equivalent petrol.  Is the V40 petrol?

Have you given up on the idea of a Mondeo?
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6554731/looking-to-change-my-volvo-v40-to-a-ford-mondeo-worth-it/p1

If quietness and comfort are priorities, the M3 would seem to be a non-starter.
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6555715/bmw-m3-or-kia-picanto#latest

If you have the budget, an EV may be very quiet as an option to consider.

fatbelly

Would one of these fit the bill?

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202308060497274

Tony5896

when I decided the v40 was a tad noisy I ended up going for a jag xe for same money / mileage 

EssexExile

My only complaint about my XC60 is the noise, mainly road noise. I've only had it about 6 years so perhaps I'll get used to it in time.