S60 T5- Wowza I had no Idea

robbyc · Jul 22nd, 2012, 23:12

Hi all, this thread probably only states the obvious for most of you. But jeez I bought my first T5 last week, a completely standard 2002 S60 SE Manual, and I am a little shocked how fast it is compared to supposedly much superior cars. To put it into my perspective. I had a little private duel with a 2001 Audi S8 40V (360BHP), which I know is in good nick as it used to be mine, and he could not get away from me, right into high triple figures. Secondly the handling is so composed and reassuring, it is really easy to push on without any worries (the full set of new P zeros may be helping this I suppose).

So what I am trying to say is, why is such an amazing car, so often slated in magazines in favour of BMWs Mercs, e.t.c, it really is a fantastic bit of kit, even in completely standard form. Anyway I thought I would share my recent conversion with you, even though I am probably preaching to the converted LOL

Kind Regards

Rob

Jameshow · Jul 24th, 2012, 20:42

So was the T5 not slower off the mark?
I can imagine the 4.2 having more torque low down getting it moving, but there again it would be heavier.
What is the 0-60 of an S8?
The handling of the T5 is so predictable that's why the police like them, as they are easy to drive fast.
My last Audi an A4 v6 had awful over steer almost tock out stone walls every time I drove it.
Must admit a S6 v10 would be nice and getting affordable now.
What MPG do you get mine's getting 23 - 24 lol but Ive got gas too.

James

robbyc · Jul 28th, 2012, 00:38

Hi, it was a rolling start from 60mph, the audi started to edge away after 140, but nothing in it before that, its 300kg heavier and auto, also i have to say i found the engine alot.more peaky than the t5,s8's peak power was at 7k rpm, also only 60lbs of torque difference, im sure its 4wd would get it going off the line quicker, its 0-60 is 5.8. However it makes the volvo look like a prius in terms of mpg lol

No i went away from volvos to go faster, but i am dead impressed, only the jag xj8r i had was faster in the real world, also did 14mpg ,

robbyc · Jul 28th, 2012, 00:40

P.s i get about 26mpg without really trying, i get about 35 at legal motorway speeds

markwar4 · Sep 4th, 2012, 22:16

140, I take it this was on a track or private road?

JamesV70R · Sep 8th, 2012, 20:04

No Mark, I imagine it was past a primary school at rush hour, in heavy rain and low sun.

Does it really matter?

d2k · Sep 8th, 2012, 20:19

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Originally Posted by Villan

No Mark, I imagine it was past a primary school at rush hour, in heavy rain and low sun.

Does it really matter?

LMAO!!!

i think you'll find it was heading up a 1 way bicycle lane in central LDN...(going the wrong way)

subaqua · Sep 9th, 2012, 20:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by d2k

LMAO!!!

i think you'll find it was heading up a 1 way bicycle lane in central LDN...(going the wrong way)

an addison lee taxi then

t5_monkey · Sep 10th, 2012, 00:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbyc

Hi all, this thread probably only states the obvious for most of you. But jeez I bought my first T5 last week, a completely standard 2002 S60 SE Manual, and I am a little shocked how fast it is compared to supposedly much superior cars. To put it into my perspective. I had a little private duel with a 2001 Audi S8 40V (360BHP), which I know is in good nick as it used to be mine, and he could not get away from me, right into high triple figures. Secondly the handling is so composed and reassuring, it is really easy to push on without any worries (the full set of new P zeros may be helping this I suppose).

So what I am trying to say is, why is such an amazing car, so often slated in magazines in favour of BMWs Mercs, e.t.c, it really is a fantastic bit of kit, even in completely standard form. Anyway I thought I would share my recent conversion with you, even though I am probably preaching to the converted LOL

Kind Regards

Rob

Get it stage 3 and you'll be surprised what can't get away from you.

N/A may have big power figures... but it's the torque in the real world that makes it fly.

markwar4 · Sep 28th, 2012, 22:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by Villan

No Mark, I imagine it was past a primary school at rush hour, in heavy rain and low sun.

Does it really matter?

Yes it does matter. Irresponsible and downright dangerous.

Jul 22nd, 2012, 23:12	#1
robbyc Junior Member Last Online: Aug 6th, 2012 12:33 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kenilworth	S60 T5- Wowza I had no Idea Hi all, this thread probably only states the obvious for most of you. But jeez I bought my first T5 last week, a completely standard 2002 S60 SE Manual, and I am a little shocked how fast it is compared to supposedly much superior cars. To put it into my perspective. I had a little private duel with a 2001 Audi S8 40V (360BHP), which I know is in good nick as it used to be mine, and he could not get away from me, right into high triple figures. Secondly the handling is so composed and reassuring, it is really easy to push on without any worries (the full set of new P zeros may be helping this I suppose). So what I am trying to say is, why is such an amazing car, so often slated in magazines in favour of BMWs Mercs, e.t.c, it really is a fantastic bit of kit, even in completely standard form. Anyway I thought I would share my recent conversion with you, even though I am probably preaching to the converted LOL Kind Regards Rob __________________ Only 21, but fell in love with volvos when I bought my T4, now have bought an 850 aswell, cant get enough.

Jul 24th, 2012, 20:42	#2
Jameshow Member Last Online: Oct 9th, 2012 00:11 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Bradford	So was the T5 not slower off the mark? I can imagine the 4.2 having more torque low down getting it moving, but there again it would be heavier. What is the 0-60 of an S8? The handling of the T5 is so predictable that's why the police like them, as they are easy to drive fast. My last Audi an A4 v6 had awful over steer almost tock out stone walls every time I drove it. Must admit a S6 v10 would be nice and getting affordable now. What MPG do you get mine's getting 23 - 24 lol but Ive got gas too. James __________________ V70 t5 135K, heavy drinker! Previous volvos 1990-440gl, 1990-740(Best one), 97 v702.0. Other cars to many to mention Audi A4 2.6 + lots of Pug 205's

Jul 28th, 2012, 00:38	#3
robbyc Junior Member Last Online: Aug 6th, 2012 12:33 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kenilworth	Hi, it was a rolling start from 60mph, the audi started to edge away after 140, but nothing in it before that, its 300kg heavier and auto, also i have to say i found the engine alot.more peaky than the t5,s8's peak power was at 7k rpm, also only 60lbs of torque difference, im sure its 4wd would get it going off the line quicker, its 0-60 is 5.8. However it makes the volvo look like a prius in terms of mpg lol No i went away from volvos to go faster, but i am dead impressed, only the jag xj8r i had was faster in the real world, also did 14mpg , __________________ Only 21, but fell in love with volvos when I bought my T4, now have bought an 850 aswell, cant get enough.

Jul 28th, 2012, 00:40	#4
robbyc Junior Member Last Online: Aug 6th, 2012 12:33 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kenilworth	P.s i get about 26mpg without really trying, i get about 35 at legal motorway speeds __________________ Only 21, but fell in love with volvos when I bought my T4, now have bought an 850 aswell, cant get enough.

Sep 4th, 2012, 22:16	#5
markwar4 V60 D5 AWD R Design Last Online: Mar 14th, 2013 09:56 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Worcestershire	140, I take it this was on a track or private road?

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JamesV70R Forum Support Team Last Online: Today 14:51 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Watford	No Mark, I imagine it was past a primary school at rush hour, in heavy rain and low sun. Does it really matter?

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