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#51 of 803 actual gas mileage by acghello May 09, 2001 (4:55 pm)
Hi -   Seriously considering the XC but seriously concerned about mileage. Ratings are deplorable. (Not compared to an SUV, of course, but compared to a car - for instance, the V70.) What has been your actual experience in city and highway driving? This would be really helpful info. I like the XC for its high stance (minimizing override from the SUV collision, I hope) and the added traction of the AWD, but mostly I'm in reasonable weather. Little snow and normal rain. Thanks a lot.
#52 of 803 Brake Problems by bob259 May 15, 2001 (5:30 pm)
We have a 2000 Volvo XC with 12,200 miles on it. We were feeling a pulsation in the brake pedal so we took it to the dealer. At 12,200 miles we were told that ALL 4 rotors were warped and needed to be replaced. Even thought there was 70% left on the brake pads they suggested that they be replaced the same time as the rotors. Here's the interesting part the rotors are under warranty. We were also told Volvo make the rotors this way to avoid brake noise and it's not uncommon for any of their AWD vehicles to need rotors at 12K miles. We were also told that this happens to cars mostly driven in town and on hills, we have a small hill we descend by our house daily. To avoid this we should be putting the car in 2nd gear on hills to avoid heating up the brakes. Has anyone else been feed this line by their dealer?   I've owned many a vehicle including a 1999 V70 and never encountered this type of problem, or reply from a dealer. My theory is I normally rotate the tires myself and always torque the wheel nuts, this last time we had the dealer do it and shortly there after the problem started... I suspect the dealers mechanic tightened the lug nuts excessively with an air impact, thus warping the rotors.   The bad news is it's about $130.00 for the pads and she was told it would probably happen again in 12,000 miles.   Anyone else experience this problem?
#53 of 803 Love my XC by pickybuyer1 May 15, 2001 (6:18 pm)
I've been driving my Polar Arctic AC, with after market window tinting, for 3 months. My average gas silage is right at 22mpg. Plenty of get and go for when you need it. No buyers remorse. None, dada, zip. The car is great. My only issue has been finicky remote entry devices, they finally swapped out the control module and now it's better than advertised.   The dealer has been INCREDIBLE. The BEST shopping/buying/servicing experience I have ever had. My hats off to Sill-Terhar Motors in Broom field, CO. I am disappointed with Volvo North America. They don't seem very interested in walking the talk, but that's a different story.   This car is a real eye catcher. I can't even count the number of people who have stopped me in a parking lot to ask about it, or have craned their necks around to get a better look as they pass me. Of course, not many people pass me
#54 of 803 2002 Models? by skimmel May 17, 2001 (4:43 pm)
Anyone know what's new for the 2002 Volvo XC?
#55 of 803 Help! by rboilard May 21, 2001 (5:31 am)
Still debating between the Acura MDX and the XC. Both seem to be great vehicles. Anyone out there drive them both and have a strong preference? Any substantial quality issues in the XC to date? Any input would be great.......
#56 of 803 NJ Dealers by boz151 May 21, 2001 (8:51 am)
Anyone had any good experiences in NJ with a Volvo Dealer? Particularly in Central or Northern NJ? I have visited a local one 3 times now and not gotten a good feeling yet. Nothing like my Infiniti experience I can tell you.   Also, can anyone shed any light on the deals that are available these days for an XC to lease or buy?   Thanks, Boz
#57 of 803 Best Prices? by tos May 21, 2001 (5:47 pm)
So my Mom has picked the XC. Where/how can she get the best price? I live in NY and she lives in CT.
#58 of 803 Volvo Defects by srp1 May 25, 2001 (9:24 am)
Bob529 (and others) you have just discovered one of the several defects that the XCs have that Volvo will not accept. I too have the same brake problems and have had the rotors replaced three times thus far (in 29,000 miles). Other flaws include a slipping/clunking transmission and driveline vibrations. All of these findings have been reported by numerous people in a variety of chat groups, including the brickboard. My advice to you is to stick to your guns and demand that the dealer and Volvo address and fix your problems. Do not accept the line of BS that they tell you and do not believe the Volvo Technical reps that will only tell you that there is nothing wrong with your car. Good Luck ( I will never buy Volvo again... not only do they not accept responsibility for their defects, their traetment of their customers is embarrassingly poor)
#59 of 803 Best Price on 2001 XC by cad2002 May 28, 2001 (5:41 pm)
Basically same question as #55 above. I also live in southern part of CT. Appears there is a $1,000.00 Volvo Loyalty Discount available for current Volvo owners (I have been for one for over 30 yr.)   One local dealer wanted 3% above invoice and also tack on an advertising fee. I believe a person should do better than invoice plus 3%. I have been advertising their product for a long time and feel a bit miffed to be asked to pay any "advertising fee".   Is anyone aware of any other incentives that the dealers are receiving to clear out their 2001 inventory? I understand the 2002's will probably be in stock by August. There appears to be a great number of new 2001 XC's on hand and this is probably not a good time to move WAD vehicles.
#60 of 803 refers to post #57 by cad2002 May 29, 2001 (5:14 am)
Last sentence WAD should read AWD (all wheel drive). Not sure what "WAD" is suppose to mean, it came from running the spell checker.

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