Momentum (called Inscription Expression for the XC60 Recharge) The B6 and Recharge T8 powertrains only come equipped with AWD. All engines are backed by an eight-speed automatic transmission.įront-wheel drive is standard on the B5 engine, and all-wheel drive is an option. The Polestar Engineered's Recharge powertrain gets 415 hp and 494 lb-ft of torque. The Recharge T8 adds an electric motor to the B6 (sans the mild hybrid unit), which bumps horsepower to 400 hp and torque to 472 lb-ft. The B6 adds a supercharger to the B5 and increases power to 295 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. The B5 is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 247 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. Overall, we recommend the XC60 and find it a competitive choice among other small luxury SUVs including the Acura RDX, BMW X3, Genesis GV70 and Mercedes-Benz GLC. Volvo also added a new Google-based infotainment system that features Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play. The Recharge model keeps the plug-in hybrid T8 powertrain. EPA-estimated fuel economy is up slightly by about 1-2 mpg combined compared to last year's engines. The former T5 and T6 engines have been fitted with a new 48-volt mild hybrid system and are now called B5 and B6. The XC60 slots in between the smaller XC40 and larger XC90 SUVs.įor the 2022 model year, Volvo refreshed the XC60 with reworked front and rear fascias and updated engines. It's the Polestar Engineered model that packs the 415-horsepower plug-in hybrid Recharge T8 powertrain that has an all-electric range of 18 miles. The XC60 also has a performance variant like its German rivals (BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Audi Q5) do.
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The Swede, though, doesn't have the handling chops of some of its rivals or the softest ride.Īs with most premium SUVs, the XC60 will haul the family around in comfort, provides good cargo space, and comes standard with a long list of advanced driver aids such as automatic emergency braking and evasive steering assist. Since its 2018 redesign, the Volvo XC60 has set itself apart with its unique headlights and taillights, tasteful body lines, and an uncluttered, upscale interior made of high-quality materials. The luxury compact SUV segment is packed with excellent competitors from various premium brands, but the one Scandinavian model on the list doesn't blend in with its rivals.