Looking at 2015 XC70 T6, help wanted

SparksLP · Post by **SparksLP** » 08 Apr 2026, 20:59

Hey all,
Just wanted some feedback on this car. As above, 2015 XC70 T6, 96,000mi. Had a pre purchase inspection done since it's not super close to me. Let me know if there's anything in these pictures that are highly concerning or expensive, I know there's a squeak in a pulley somewhere I want the dealership to address. Thanks!

Vova585 · Post by **Vova585** » 09 Apr 2026, 07:13

I dont see anything extraordinary with this xc70. Looks like it is from rust belt, but was washed at times. I would look at carfax or other service history. One quick question, why T6? I would highly suggest looking around for a good 2016 T5 with 5cyl turbo.(1 less cylinder to maintain, no READ unit, way more toom to service for DIY under the hood). In most cases T5 will be enough power to drive you from A to B for a long time...
Good inspector would provide you with a full scan of codes(active, pending, history)
Drive report-noises, pulling, braking...
Any evidence of body work with measuring of the paint thickness around

SparksLP · Post by **SparksLP** » 09 Apr 2026, 10:57

The scan was good, he mainly thinks the PCV system needs addressed, and then the usual belt/pulley/tensioner service people do. Said it drove well, maybe a wheel off balance. As for why a T6, I like it, lol. No fancy reason.

Georgeandkira · Post by **Georgeandkira** » 09 Aug 2026, 13:47

Had the 5-cylinder been resurrected for the 2015 year?

A post cited the 6-cylinder engines added 400 pounds to the car.
Perhaps that included the AWD hardware?

Watching a "Rebuild a READ Unit" video reinforced my desire to never own one.

Georgeandkira · Post by **Georgeandkira** » 09 Aug 2026, 13:49

Double post