Must have optionals ? [Pre-ordering question]

[G4LAND]

The sunroof is an option that I miss. My XC70 Ocean Race LE, was already at the dealership with the configuration completed. Just put me as a gift, the parking assist control and Volvo´s Garmin satnav.
It comes with the:
Xenon adaptative, High performance sound, electric tailgate, geartronic, children rear seats... of course, all the features of design, from the Volvo Ocean Race edition.

[robbiemc]

Mine is a simialr spec to yours, but I chose to keep with the standard 17" wheels and have been really happy with my choice.
Why? Prior to the XC my last car was a BMW with low profile tyres on 18" wheels and I was paranoid about scraping them on kerbs every time I came to park or manoever around tight areas.
Now I don't have to worry and it's really liberating!
The sat-nav has proven to be excellent, and I'm very pleased with it. In particular it's really fast at recalculating a route, which portable sat-navs don't seem to be able to do well at all.
I specced the tinted windows which are a nice 'balanced' colour and not too dark, but I understand that some may prefer darker. Only way to be sure is to visit a dealer to look at one.

[maxy]

If I was to order another:

1. rear arm rest - i just assumed it was in the seat and the dealer didnt mention it - what a mistake

2. front and rear park assist (the front slopes away out of sight)

3. factory tint (i thought the glass was tinted - not a film as suggested in this thread - hence if its in the glass it wont scratch or peel - the other thing is i dont want to get a new car and sent it off to Tommy the Tinter for him to pull the doors apart) - if its in the glass and you get this option I wonder if the laminated glass option is still available??

4. classic wood trim

5. auto air quality sensor - a must for tunnels - though i still get a sniff of the fumes before it shuts off i think

6. auto rain sensors - my all time favourite - i activate it on a cloudy day and thats it for the rest of the trip - none of this off on, off on, slow fast stuff.

[sbaskin]

Four-C is nice, BUT if there is something wrong with it -in time-, you really have to pay.... the costs of repairing Four-C are hugh. Besides that, the option is not that great as they are telling you. Try before you buy!

I agree! Our last car was a 2006 V70R, and while I do miss being able to put the car into advanced mode, one of our main factors in getting a new XC was the repair cost, and mainly for the 4C system. The majority of my driving was just done in sport mode anyway, so the XC seems to have a good balance without it. It definitely has more body roll without the 4C, but it's something I personally can live with. You should get a repair estimate from your dealer for replacing just one of the shocks in the 4C system. If you can handle that, I'd say go for the 4C.

[XCovlov70]

Just placed the order for a Flemenco Red 2011 XC70 D5 (205PS) SE LUX with 4-c-Chassis and a few more 'goodies'!

I really thought about the 4-c-Chassis but after our 7000+Miles around Scandinavia with the caravan on the back, going over all sorts of road surfaces including 'off road' with lumps and bumps every few yards the 4-c-Chassis was a real plus so for the cost it got included.

[Andy Schmidt]

It's highly personal. I use the adaptive cruise control ALL the time - basically once I'm out of a town, I put the XC70 in "auto-pilot" mode, relax my foot and let it just follow the car in front of me at a safe distance. So much more relaxed after a trip. The rain sensor, lane departure warning and BLIS are a must for me, so are the front and rear park assist. No idea why someone would forego the handy home link?

I understand that the built-in navigation pricy and lacks features of many portables. But my last two XC70s had it and I wouldn't want to miss it. It's been more than sufficient for my purposes - I like how it integrates with the audio system, slides into a perfect viewing position when needed and disappears when I'm in familiar territory.

The built-in booster seats are essential if you often have kids and/or their friends to take along. Now that my daughter turned 10 she "opted" for the heated rear seats instead...

I can do without the power tailgate, the satellite radio, the rear entertainment system (we rather use the chance to catch up by talking).

[Cibulo]

she finally arrived
As per updating the thread subject, I finally opted for the Summum version which comes with RTI, Blueetooth, Xenon adaptive lights and electric driver seat.
I did also choose the home link, adapative steering and styling kit.
I did not choose the FOUR-C, BLIS, cruise control and lane departure alert, even if especially the last three were very interesting to me, but well...it is a matter of money and choice.
The cupholder armrest is standard here.
Childpack is really a must if you have children, integrated seats work great.