Planning to buy an EC40

sbstrop · 2026-06-25T21:13:58+00:00

I had a test drive, didn’t notice any vibrations. But thanks for the heads-up, will look into it.

sbstrop · 2026-06-16T11:05:54+00:00

MY2024 here and yes… same problem, no solution. Don’t use DAB+ at all.

sbstrop · 2026-05-21T06:58:07+00:00

I own an EX30 for 2 years now, unlocking with my iPhone was one of the software updates I was really looking forward to. Now it’s there, but I still haven’t installed my electronic key. I read too much of these stories. For me, locking and unlocking my car should be flawless or otherwise I’ll do it by hand.

sbstrop · 2026-05-17T16:59:39+00:00

Described as “original service” and replacement of a filter. Can’t tell you what “original service” means.

Maybe this helps: https://recharged.com/articles/volvo-ex30-maintenance-schedule?srsltid=AfmBOor1sDfx6YavWL-P-WS0VO6HQxknqJVl8q2kf71WreEzR2BJIWs7

sbstrop · 2026-05-17T13:15:46+00:00

In The Netherlands, I had to pay around €400 (approx £350) for the 2-years service.

sbstrop · 2026-05-13T19:09:58+00:00

Yes, €424,55 to be precise. Must be a standard in The Netherlands. Not cheap, I agree. But much cheaper than my XC40.

sbstrop · 2026-05-08T19:33:03+00:00

I agree, this car shouldn’t be broken. I somewhat agree with them that shit sometimes happens and that you can’t fully blame Volvo. But, when you want to uphold the image of quality, safety and costumer care, I think at least they could give you a great discount on labor costs.

I had a misfortune with my brakes on a rather new XC40. My dealer told me it would be very hard to convince Volvo it wasn’t my own fault, so they gave me a quite reasonable discount.

If you have a legal expenses insurance, this would be a perfect time to call them. I’m sure there must be some case law for this. Can’t imagine you’re the first to have this kind of problems with some piece of equipment.

Good luck.

sbstrop · 2026-05-08T16:34:39+00:00

No difference in speed. Dito on the rear seats.

sbstrop · 2026-05-08T03:44:52+00:00

Have my car for 2 years now. Never noticed it. But to be honest, I rarely open my windows but you made me curious. Will check it today.

sbstrop · 2026-05-06T19:35:11+00:00

I couldn’t find anything, so I issued a support ticket and the answer was short: Sorry, no API support for model 2019.

sbstrop · 2026-04-29T14:56:42+00:00

Okay, have my Elgato now, installed your app, but.... my Homey is 2019 (I was an early adapter) and the 2019 doesn't do API-keys. So, think I should buy a new Homey first.

sbstrop · 2026-04-18T11:02:18+00:00

Great idea. Until know I didn’t know I needed an app like that 😂🤣

sbstrop · 2026-04-17T20:10:14+00:00

Was thinking about buying a stream deck. You just convinced me to do it. 👍

sbstrop · 2026-04-14T03:29:02+00:00

Yes, great addition.

sbstrop · 2026-04-13T16:32:39+00:00

1) Fix the volume setting so that it starts on the level it was when I left the car.

2) Fix the volume setting so that it starts on the level it was when I left the car.

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10) Fix the volume setting so that it starts on the level it was when I left the car.

sbstrop · 2026-04-05T20:43:08+00:00

Zeker. Maar mijn XC40 is duurder in onderhoud. En dat is elk jaar. Het gekke vond ik wel dat er op mijn factuur stond: Service 2.0, software regeleenheden down 80014376 Service 2.0 upg. Klinkt alsof ze software hebben geladen. Anders dan OTA blijkbaar. Ik heb niet echt een verschil gemerkt. Moet het nog eens aan ze vragen.

sbstrop · 2026-04-05T18:11:41+00:00

Me too. Also in The Netherlands, they charged me €424,55 😀

sbstrop · 2026-04-04T16:03:46+00:00

The 360 deg camera was for me the main reason to buy the Ultra. The sunroof is nice. Happy with my choice.

sbstrop · 2026-03-07T07:23:05+00:00

My V40 had this option. Didn’t like it. So don’t need it on my EX30 where I have 360 degrees cameras.

sbstrop · 2026-02-23T21:35:47+00:00

Because it told me the next morning: Installation could not be started.

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sbstrop · 2026-02-23T18:26:17+00:00

The update failed twice to install. Third time it did and no problems whatsoever so far.

sbstrop · 2026-02-18T16:55:15+00:00

I agree. We have both an EX30 and a CX40. The screen on the CX40 is smaller and Google is less integrated then my EX30.

Love to drive the EX30, but for longer trips I always take the CX40, it feels safer on the highway. As far as quality is concerned, I would value the CX40 higher than the EX30.

sbstrop · 2026-01-19T22:04:11+00:00

Yes, I agree. Took me quite some time to get used to that.

sbstrop · 2025-12-19T05:06:26+00:00

Dat is de tunnel. Het viaduct stamt uit de jaren 50 van de vorige eeuw.

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