Volvo2008-2017 XC60 Overview

Volvo XC60 Overview (2008 - 2017)

2008 - 2017

Tech Specs Summary


118 - 130 mph

6.9 - 10.9 seconds

134 - 302 hp

19.7 - 52.3 mpg
lb
4,023 - 4,319 lbs

17.5 - 51.4 ft3
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This generation of the Volvo XC60 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 2008 - 2017. It's a front engined SUV with either all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 134 hp 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 302 hp 2 L Inline 4 Twincharged gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Volvo XC60 T6
(2014 - 2015)
...XC60 T6

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the XC60 is the Volvo XC60 T6 which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 302 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.34 lb/hp it has a top speed of 130 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.9 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Volvo XC60 D3
(2015 - 2017)
...XC60 D3

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo XC60 D3 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 966 miles and can store 17.5-51.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,653 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,968 lbs.

Euro NCAP Results

2008
Adult Occupant
★★★★★
Child Occupant
★★★★
Pedestrian
★★
2009
★★★★★
Adult Occupant
94%
Child Occupant
79%
Pedestrian
48%
Safety Assist
86%
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