XC40 Updating the Software to Add Packages?
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Updating the Software to Add Packages?
I'm asking about whether it's possible to upgrade/add software packages to the vehicle, like the adaptive cruise control and pilot assist.
The dealer thought we could but later said this can only be done at the factory. Since our car has all the hardware for it, why wouldn't they want to charge us more to add the features we want?
I guess I am expecting too much for 2021, but why not, if makers like Volvo want to keep up with the obvious competition on the software? 3 years is already looking like an eternity for cars, much like it used to be with computers and then smartphones.
The dealer thought we could but later said this can only be done at the factory. Since our car has all the hardware for it, why wouldn't they want to charge us more to add the features we want?
I guess I am expecting too much for 2021, but why not, if makers like Volvo want to keep up with the obvious competition on the software? 3 years is already looking like an eternity for cars, much like it used to be with computers and then smartphones.
I think many manufacturers, automobile and others, are not always in touch with what the needs are of their customers or potential customers. I've never understood when I have asked them to do something, auto and others, and willing to pay for it why they can not do it.
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Agreed. They got me and I'm willing to pay $1,300 for a simple software upgrade that costs them almost nothing (the hardware is all already present). Well, it's their loss.
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Maybe, but I guess it's a moot point for almost 3 years, since we are in a lease. Here's what Customer Care wrote me this morning. At least I can hope the collision system will engage if the cruise control tries to rear-end the vehicle in front of me, but I won't be testing that.
Jennifer
08/03/2021 12:23 PM
Good Afternoon Mike,
Your vehicle does have all of the standard safety features. While our vehicles may have the hardware they may not have the wiring and software for certain features to be added after the vehicle has left the factory.
The Advanced Package options are listed below:
Headlight High Pressure Cleaning
Pilot Assist–Driver Assistance System with Adaptive Cruise Control
Surround View Camera
12V Outlet in Cargo Area
Inductive Smartphone Charging
The safety features standard in the XC40 Recharge are as follows:
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Steer Assist &Cross Traffic Alert with Autobrake
Collision Avoidance by City Safety
Low & High Speed Collision Mitigation
Detects Vehicle/Pedestrian/Cyclist
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Road Sign Information
Park Assist Front + Rear
Rear Park Assist Camera
Run-off Road Mitigation & Run-off Road Protection
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Lane Keeping Aid
Automatic Braking After Collision
Driver Alert Control
Roll Stability Control
Front, Side & Curtain Airbags w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag
Whiplash Injury Protection System
Volvo On-Call (4-Year Complimentary Subscription)
I hope this helps!
Med vänliga hälsningar!
Yours Sincerely,
Jennifer
Volvo Customer Care
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08/03/2021 12:23 PM
Good Afternoon Mike,
Your vehicle does have all of the standard safety features. While our vehicles may have the hardware they may not have the wiring and software for certain features to be added after the vehicle has left the factory.
The Advanced Package options are listed below:
Headlight High Pressure Cleaning
Pilot Assist–Driver Assistance System with Adaptive Cruise Control
Surround View Camera
12V Outlet in Cargo Area
Inductive Smartphone Charging
The safety features standard in the XC40 Recharge are as follows:
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Steer Assist &Cross Traffic Alert with Autobrake
Collision Avoidance by City Safety
Low & High Speed Collision Mitigation
Detects Vehicle/Pedestrian/Cyclist
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Road Sign Information
Park Assist Front + Rear
Rear Park Assist Camera
Run-off Road Mitigation & Run-off Road Protection
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Lane Keeping Aid
Automatic Braking After Collision
Driver Alert Control
Roll Stability Control
Front, Side & Curtain Airbags w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag
Whiplash Injury Protection System
Volvo On-Call (4-Year Complimentary Subscription)
I hope this helps!
Med vänliga hälsningar!
Yours Sincerely,
Jennifer
Volvo Customer Care
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