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#14705 of 16087 Re: These Crash Tests [nyccarguy] by m6user

Aug 14, 2012 (12:30 pm)

Replying to: nyccarguy (Aug 14, 2012 11:08 am)
"I remember my 2007 X3 got either a "5 star" or "best pick" safety rating, then in 2008 the X3's ranking went way down. Am I to think that a 2008 X3 is a death trap compared to the 2007 I had? I don't think so."
 
It's a long way from "the rating went down" to "death trap". Wow, exaggeration to make a point is always helpful, right? The tests are what they are and they don't change substantially from year to year and they apply to all manufacturers equally. Are they perfect? No, but they are better than nothing. Some of the comments here sound like Mercedes. If one doesn't like the results the tests are flawed. If a manufacturer at least, makes it safe enough to get a good rating I would have to believe it is a little safer than one that didn't. Please notice I said a "little safer". The ratings don't go from "you will not be harmed" directly to "death trap". Pleeeease.

#14706 of 16087 Re: Price creep [nyccarguy] by flightnurse

Aug 14, 2012 (3:04 pm)

Replying to: nyccarguy (Aug 10, 2012 10:34 am)
Hey NYC, some thing else to loo into, the 650i weights more then you 328, this will offset how is handles too.

#14707 of 16087 Re: These Crash Tests [m6user] by m6user

Aug 14, 2012 (4:39 pm)

Replying to: m6user (Aug 14, 2012 12:30 pm)
I have to temper my last post with the understanding that the frontal crash test was in fact substantially changed and is now an offset front end crash against a stationary object. The old test simulated a headon with another vehicle. Don't know what changed from 2007 to 2008 though. Still, the fact remains the test applies to all equally and that these ratings do not go from absolutely safe to death trap as there are gradations and even the lowest rating would not be classified as inherently unsafe.

#14708 of 16087 Re: Crash Testing [nyccarguy] by jeffm5

Aug 14, 2012 (5:15 pm)

Replying to: nyccarguy (Aug 14, 2012 6:51 am)
I've had the S60 for 3 weeks and I'm very happy with my choice. I test drove a LaCrosse, VW CC, Tauras, Azera. I've always been impressed with the ES 350, but there are so many of them here in Western PA. I wanted something different.
 
Before I give my impressions of the S60 there a couple things you need to know. I was coming out of a 2005 Avalon Limited, which was a great car. This is a loaded 2013 and is my first "luxury/near luxury car." The front seat comfort for both the passenger and driver are outstanding. All of the controls are on the steering wheel or within easy reach. Handling is outstanding, power and acceleration are very good (this is my first turbo). Visibility is very good. The car has a solid feel. No rattles. The ride is a little choppy on rough roads, very good otherwise. I'm getting 30+ on the highway at about 65 mph and around 24 in mixed driving on regular.
 
The phone, radio, NAV, etc. are accessed through the Volvo Sensus system, which works fine once you get past the learning curve. Our cell phones, iTouch work fine. The Sensus/NAV screen is not a touch screen. It's 7 inches. I wish it was a little larger. The tach. and speedometer are not backlit. The interior has that orderly understated look, but, not surprisingly, lacks "bling". Sensus is voice activated and works very well.
   
I got all of the safety features, all of which seem to work as advertised. Two of the best are adaptive cruise control and active bending Xenon headlights. I find lane departure annoying, so I've shut it off. I don't let any of these "safety nannies" drive the car for me, but if they can give me a heads up, I'll take it.
 
On the downside are a tight back seat and no spare. There is an inflation kit in the trunk. This was almost a deal breaker for me. The dealer threw in a donut spare, which comes in a fabric zip bag and is strapped down in the trunk, a + $200 option. This makes a smallish trunk even smaller.
 
Volvo offers the Safe and Secure plan, which covers maintenance and repairs (even brakes) for 5 yrs. or 50,000 miles. (Tires are not covered under this plan.)
 
The car is very fun to drive and I'm happy with it. Hope this helps.

#14709 of 16087 Re: Crash Testing [jeffm5] by sweendogy

Aug 14, 2012 (5:43 pm)

Replying to: jeffm5 (Aug 14, 2012 5:15 pm)
Jeffm - thanks for the review - I found it interesting the cars you cross shopped this against - Taurus and azera - cars that when you think about them seem to be in a different category but when you dive deep they are very similar - why not another Avalon , seems like Toyota improved a bit on the old one and it's a very near cousin to the es.
 
The spare tire thing for Me would of been an issue as well- the Volvo have run flats?
 
Good luck with the new rig- refreshing to see a newer car talked about here.

#14710 of 16087 Auto Start/Stop [ BMWs ] by rayainsw

Aug 14, 2012 (5:46 pm)

Defeat-able [ permanently ]
 
http://www.bimmerfile.com/2012/08/10/auto-startstop-on-f-code-bmws-can-be-change- d-by-dealers/

#14711 of 16087 Re: These Crash Tests [m6user] by nyccarguy

Aug 14, 2012 (5:52 pm)

Replying to: m6user (Aug 14, 2012 12:30 pm)
My exaggeration was an attempt at humor that obviously didn't translate well given the medium. I know the car was by no means considered a death trap.

#14712 of 16087 Re: Crash Testing [jeffm5] by nyccarguy

Aug 14, 2012 (5:56 pm)

Replying to: jeffm5 (Aug 14, 2012 5:15 pm)
Fantastic write up Jeff. Glad you are happy with your S60;)

#14713 of 16087 Re: Crash Testing [nyccarguy] by stickguy

Aug 14, 2012 (6:16 pm)

Replying to: nyccarguy (Aug 14, 2012 5:56 pm)
I parked next to a black S60 with the saddle interior yesterday. Very sharp.

#14714 of 16087 Re: Auto Start/Stop [rayainsw] by kyfdx HOST

Aug 14, 2012 (7:46 pm)

Replying to: rayainsw (Aug 14, 2012 5:46 pm)
Interesting..

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