I first saw one of the newer models today, Jim, and it is very pretty!
There is more power around, that’s for sure. My lovely BMW X1 still has only
184hp from a 2 litre engine, helped by a twin-scroll turbocharger; but that’s
enough for an enjoyable yet economical ride as well as the ability to tow a 1.5
tonne caravan.
Chris
> On 27 Jun 2017, at 17:12, Jim Nichols <jhnichols@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> The current Volvo offerings are attractive, though expensive. I found it
> interesting that, while my 2007 model has a 5-cyl engine plus turbocharger
> delivering 200 hp, the new ones use a 4-cyl engine plus more boost, and
> deliver much more power. I also noted that they are using Japanese
> transmissions these days.
>
> http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20170626-IMG_0880.JPG.html
> <http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20170626-IMG_0880.JPG.html>
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