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Feb 20th, 2013, 14:08 | #1 |
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D2, D3, D4 Engines
Okay, so I have a V60 DRIVe, the D2 engine. I was playing around on the build your own V60 section on the Volvo website when I noticed something that I have never noticed before. The emissions and mpg for the D2, D3 and D4 are exactly the same. First of all, how do they do that? I thought they needed a small engine to get those mpg returns.
Secondly, why am I tootling around in a 1.6d 115bhp when I could be driving a 2.0d 163bhp engine? I know there is a price difference between the three engines, not that huge, but when you see the emissions and mpg of the 3 types are the same I am feeling a little silly. I actually think the D2 is a very good engine but hey, we all like a bit of power. I thought I was sacrificing power in order to get better mpg, and was prepared to accept that, but it seems as though I did not need to. Have Volvo improved the mpg on the D3 and D4 engine or have they been like this for a while?
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Feb 20th, 2013, 14:22 | #2 |
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Only MY2013 have they been this close however it will not be for long, as the updated facelift will see the D2 drop further about another 6 g/km I think if memory serves. You have to also remember that the D3/D4 are literally the same.
What you really need to look at is the D5 as it is only 120 g/km... |
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The D2 is supposed to be around 99 g/km
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Hi Harvey
I am looking to buy a V60 and I noticed this too. Would be keen to get feedback as the D3/D4 would be my preference subject to economy? If there is still a real difference in true mpg then I will choose the D2. Good post. Quote:
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Feb 25th, 2013, 12:37 | #7 | |
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If the new D2, 3 and 4 engines all give the same emissions and economy then I am really struggling to see the point of the D2 engine when it is so far down on power to the others. Incidentally, I have been very pleased with my car but I would be even more pleased if I could get the same mpg with a bit more oompphh in reserve if required. Very interesting development. Hopefully others will join in and we can find out if the new D3 and D4 engines live up to their promises.
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