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Simply press the corresponding shape of the human to direct air there. Below it are climate controls that are intuitive and easy to understand. Lower on the stack, are the buttons that control the entertainment and phone integration systems. It’s not as sophisticated as Ford’s sync, but it’s simplicity and user-friendliness is much appreciated.

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You can even connect your phone via Bluetooth to download, dial and talk to contacts, all hands free. You can connect your iPod or MP3 player via connections in the console box. The stereo has a slot-loading CD player for up to six discs. Like the other models, the safety system shows up like checklist. You can even browse through it to set the safety systems and other similar options when the car is parked. At the very top is the LCD screen that displays everything from the current track or radio station to climate settings.

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Unlike the T6’s, this cruise control system doesn’t include the Full Auto Stop system that can dynamically adjust the distance between cars when cruising.įrom there, we move over to the center floating console. The four-spoke steering wheel just ahead of it includes remote controls for cruise control and the stereo. The display can be controlled by the left stalk, allowing you to browse through vital information like the trip meter, real time and average fuel consumption, range and vehicle messages as you drive. Everything from an open door to trip information is displayed here.

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It even moves the seat back and the wheel up as enter or leave to give you more room to manoeuvre.Īhead of the driver is the instrument cluster that features two easy-to-read dials with integrated multi-info displays. It can save up to 3 presets for instant adjustment once you hop in. The two-tone leather driver’s seat is electronically adjustable. A color palette of brown, cream and aluminum create that Ikea office feel. Inside is an interior that looks more like a modern office than of a car’s. Independent suspension all around keeps the bumps at bay while keeping the car high over the rough roads. The pair delivers power to the front wheels, governed by electronic programs and traction control ensure grip at all times.

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It comes with a 6-speed automatic with a manual shift feature. New to this variant is the 2.0 liter 4-cylinder turbo that makes 240 PS and 320 Nm of torque. On the center of the windshield is the sensor array that helps the vehicle detect obstacles in front of the car. Volvo calls this active bending lights (ABL) and it comes in handy while turning corners. The headlamps are HID and follow the angle of the front wheels once it’s rolling. Much of the styling remains the same, with just a slightly different 17 inch wheel design.įrom the outside, you can already spot a few of the safety features. Only the sunroof is missing and the center skid plate in the back is the same color as the rocker panel as opposed to silver in the T6. It’s a little hard to distinguish the T5 from its much more premium stable mates. It comes with most of features we know and love from the other variants and you can add those in as optional extras in case you do miss them. It certainly goes without saying that any car from Volvo will likely be packed with safety features.

Unlike its stable mates, this variant is just front-wheel drive and now serves as the entry level model. The T5 slots below both the D5 AWD and T6 AWD XC60. One such brand broadening their offering is Volvo, who have just released the 3 rd variant to their XC60 model line, the T5. We’re seeing more and more manufacturers launching new vehicles to cater to this shift some with new models in the pipeline with others expanding current offerings. The shift of buyers from your traditional sedans to crossover SUVs is certainly becoming more evident these days.