Gambel32 Neutral Newbie October 26, 2010 Share October 26, 2010 As you may know...The new S60 had got for himself some pre-launch scandals and I must say that the new S60 is not quite a looker on picture but have a good look at it in reality its actually quite nice. I had read somewhere that Stefan Jacoby the new Volvo CEO, former VW CEO will lead the brand towards being a rival of the luxury german brands. By the looks of their 2011 models, I am quite positive about it though, having Geely in the picture, I have my fingers crossed as the chinese doesn't have a good reputation over quality but China today somewhat holds a fair share of the worlds money. Take look at Lenovo...I think the chinese did a good job so far but lets face it, It had lost the "Think Pad" indentity somehow but given it a sense of relavance in today's context. As a Volvo owner...I cast my votes to none because: 1. IS is really too old to impress. 2. S60 looks lagi like a chinese coffin with is colour and size. 3. I hope Volvo will relook into their german rivals car technology and start making cars that are today, not just looking today! If I really have to choose and I have a choice...I'll go for Audi A4 anytime! Gambel ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yahgo22 1st Gear October 27, 2010 Author Share October 27, 2010 If I really have to choose and I have a choice...I'll go for Audi A4 anytime! The BN 2 litre A4 is at $190k. The New S60 at $150 is very attractive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fresh Clutched October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 I'm not saying Volvo is not reliable, but you have to spend the $$ to keep it reliable. oxymoron Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lex250 Clutched October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 Which one you prefer driving? At the end of the day upfront costs appears about similar. It's your money TS please spend it the way u deem fit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 My friend had an S60. After 40,000km was asked to do an engine overhaul for $10k. sure boh? 40,000km still under warranty so why muz pay? unless modded. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 http://www.volvocars.com/sg/all-cars/volvo...things.aspx?hub Will u buy the NEW S60 (S$150K) or the basic IS250 ($166K) if u must-must choose between the 2, no prizes for guessing which one i'll prefer. one drive and the differences are apparent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaiyotakamli Supersonic October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 http://www.volvocars.com/sg/all-cars/volvo...things.aspx?hub Will u buy the NEW S60 (S$150K) or the basic IS250 ($166K) i prefer conti than MIJ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula Turbocharged October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 S60 anytime...... though have to add, the price $150K, is after the interest/cash/financial rebates. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cklasse 1st Gear October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 The S60 feel, interior material used, design and space are better than the IS. S60 anytime. In fact, I am waiting to see the V60 (the estate verion of S60) and would like to get it if the price is right. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoppie24 1st Gear October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 not accurate leh.SGcarmart put $188k+. IS 250 road tax +$600/year.Slightly lower torque. Considering price & road tax,IS 250 could save you 16k in 10 years. S60 how many litre? IS250 is 1.8k road tax per year where got save? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoppie24 1st Gear October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 What bout MB C180 Blue efficiency? It's quite cheap and even roadtax is 1.6l! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoppie24 1st Gear October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 Although i am driving an IS250, i do agree IS250 is dated in terms of technology Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 What bout MB C180 Blue efficiency? It's quite cheap and even roadtax is 1.6l! that 1.6L one is kompressor, not TC CGI. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atx2 Neutral Newbie October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 Anythime S60... is for life, i'm still stick with my old 2005 S60. Kenna kiss by others 6 times, sad to say the other cars cannot make it after impact. Engine so far still very strong n i still can go at 190km/h without any problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Neutral Newbie October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 My vote goes to Geely S60 with half the price Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fourth 2nd Gear October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 I will take S60 btween these 2 too. Told my 2nd-in-command that my next car may be another conti brand, but she said she is sure I will stay with Volvo. She can tell I love my existing one, which is >5 yrs and still running strong. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerano 1st Gear October 27, 2010 Share October 27, 2010 What bout MB C180 Blue efficiency? It's quite cheap and even roadtax is 1.6l! i believe its the 1.8L model thats on sale now. Kompressor is supercharged. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gambel32 Neutral Newbie October 29, 2010 Share October 29, 2010 If I really have to choose and I have a choice...I'll go for Audi A4 anytime! The BN 2 litre A4 is at $190k. The New S60 at $150 is very attractive. In my humble opinion...Most sedan buyers won't be driving their pride and glory for more than 5-7 years, having said that resale value should be something we consider before our purchase. The reason why I choose the A4 over the S60 and IS250 it really boils down to 1. Design, 2. Technology, 3. Popularity and last but not least 4. Space. All the above mentioned are great cars and very comparable and I sincerely apologize for commenting abit off the topic. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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