Towing Weights of D4 FWD Manual 2015 version

TunnylaneTom · May 3rd, 2014, 16:35

Does anyone know why the max towing weight of the xc60 D4 FWD manual has been reduced from 1800kg on the 2014 version to 1600Kg on the 2015 version? And what someone should do if they've ordered one needing the 1800Kg level as the 1600Kg limit is too low for their caravan?
Tom

ChatsV60 · May 3rd, 2014, 17:28

Page 15 of the 2015 price list should give the answer

https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/e...5/documentfile

Whiterdesign · May 3rd, 2014, 17:36

Bit odd this cos if you look at the new brochure which I have just downloaded it still quotes 1800.
One thing I would say is what the hell are u towing even the biggest swift challenger has a max weight of 1650, and as 1800 is about the weight of the car you would be towing at 100%, not really an ideal towing weight, never tow myself with more than 90%, becomes a case of the tail wagging the dog.

MikeIOW · May 3rd, 2014, 17:44

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Originally Posted by chatss60

Page 15 of the 2015 price list should give the answer

https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/e...5/documentfile

I don't think that gives the answer: the question was "why has it dropped from MY14.5 at 1,800 to MY15 at 1,600".

I have no idea.

But if you needed the bigger capacity, I would speak with your dealer: this is a change in spec, so if you have to change then I don't think they would object.

Westyman · May 3rd, 2014, 17:50

It's often to do with the limitations of the transmission. The manual version of my D5 AWD has a lower limit than my Geartronic.

MikeIOW · May 3rd, 2014, 19:12

aye....but the MY14.5 is different to the MY15...for the same D4 FWD whichever gearbox you look at....which kinda makes no real sense!

(not that it impacts me as someone who doesn't really tow, but I can see why it is a weird one!)

Westyman · May 3rd, 2014, 20:30

I give up then

TunnylaneTom · May 3rd, 2014, 21:18

Thx guys. Page 15 shows max tow weight 1600Kg. Towing a Sterling Elite Emerald with MPTLM of 1603Kg. Reduction still a mystery!

MikeIOW · May 3rd, 2014, 21:21

I'd ask the Dealer to explain. He won't know, of course (why would he!), but hopefully he will chase up Volvo UK & find out why they changed it.
Wouldn't surprise me if they got the MY14/14.5 number wrong & have now corrected it. Odd though!

Considered1 · May 3rd, 2014, 21:25

M who knows

May 3rd, 2014, 16:35	#1
TunnylaneTom TunnylaneTom Last Online: May 14th, 2019 15:40 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Swindon	Towing Weights of D4 FWD Manual 2015 version Does anyone know why the max towing weight of the xc60 D4 FWD manual has been reduced from 1800kg on the 2014 version to 1600Kg on the 2015 version? And what someone should do if they've ordered one needing the 1800Kg level as the 1600Kg limit is too low for their caravan? Tom

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Whiterdesign Master Member Last Online: Mar 11th, 2024 20:23 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Preston	Bit odd this cos if you look at the new brochure which I have just downloaded it still quotes 1800. One thing I would say is what the hell are u towing even the biggest swift challenger has a max weight of 1650, and as 1800 is about the weight of the car you would be towing at 100%, not really an ideal towing weight, never tow myself with more than 90%, becomes a case of the tail wagging the dog. __________________ XC60 MY 2018.5 D4 Inscription Pro Pine Grey with Xenium pack,Intellisafe pro, keyless drive, Apple CarPlay, temp spare wheel, heated rear seats, towbar and tinted windows

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Westyman VOC Member Last Online: Feb 27th, 2023 21:36 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Derby	It's often to do with the limitations of the transmission. The manual version of my D5 AWD has a lower limit than my Geartronic. __________________ 2014MY XC60 D5 SE Lux AWD Geartronic hauling a 2011MY Vanmaster Accolade And for more fun: 1972 MG B GT

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MikeIOW Premier Member Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 15:56 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Leicester	aye....but the MY14.5 is different to the MY15...for the same D4 FWD whichever gearbox you look at....which kinda makes no real sense! (not that it impacts me as someone who doesn't really tow, but I can see why it is a weird one!) __________________ Introducing Stormy!: XC60 D4 2.0 (+Polestar) SE Lux Nav auto: Stormtrooper White , tints, heated & parking everything, DSP & more Gone Electric! Kona 64kWh - £50 each if you join Octopus Energy - I will donate £25 to your charity, msg me!

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ChatsV60 Member Last Online: Today 08:51 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bakewell Area	Page 15 of the 2015 price list should give the answer https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/e...5/documentfile

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TunnylaneTom TunnylaneTom Last Online: May 14th, 2019 15:40 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Swindon	Thx guys. Page 15 shows max tow weight 1600Kg. Towing a Sterling Elite Emerald with MPTLM of 1603Kg. Reduction still a mystery!

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MikeIOW Premier Member Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 15:56 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Leicester	I'd ask the Dealer to explain. He won't know, of course (why would he!), but hopefully he will chase up Volvo UK & find out why they changed it. Wouldn't surprise me if they got the MY14/14.5 number wrong & have now corrected it. Odd though! __________________ Introducing Stormy!: XC60 D4 2.0 (+Polestar) SE Lux Nav auto: Stormtrooper White , tints, heated & parking everything, DSP & more Gone Electric! Kona 64kWh - £50 each if you join Octopus Energy - I will donate £25 to your charity, msg me!

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