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The Volvo XC60 slots between the smaller XC40 and larger XC90 in the Swedish maker’s SUV range, and in many ways is very similar to its siblings, from its unique sense of style and classy cabin, to comprehensive equipment levels and a wide range of safety tech.
The second-generation model covered here launched in 2017 and enjoyed a facelift in 2021, and at the time of writing is still on sale as a brand new car - so there’s a constant stream of XC60s hitting the used market at more affordable prices than you might expect. Below we’ve covered the XC60 in more detail, including information on its engines and trim levels.
The Volvo XC60 ticks quite a few boxes for mid-size luxury SUV buyers. It’s got a recognisable and respected badge, plenty of equipment, a spacious and practical cabin, and being a Volvo, a fantastic reputation and record for safety - something that’s sure to be towards the top of any family buyer’s wishlist.
It’s fair to say the XC60 isn’t outstanding in any one area - there are SUVs that are more fun to drive, others that are more comfortable, and others still that are quicker or have better fuel efficiency. But it’s not really deficient in any area either, and the comprehensive equipment tallies of even lower-spec versions, plus the welcoming feel-good ambience of the XC60’s cabin, are both two of Volvo's stronger suits.
Engine choice is among a selection of petrol and diesel units, plus a pair of plug-in hybrids. The latter are either quick or seriously quick, depending on the model you opt for, but as ever with plug-in hybrids, you’ll need to charge them regularly to make the most of the claimed economy figures - and tax and insurance may wipe out some of your fuel savings too.
The XC60’s actually a car that’s at its best further down the range as a result, which isn’t unusual for cars in this class - rivals like the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Mercedes-Benz GLC are excellent in their most basic form too, and anything beyond that largely falls into the category of ‘nice’ rather than ‘essential’. The three German models are all excellent cars, while others to consider are the sporty Alfa Romeo Stelvio, the luxurious and reliable Lexus NX, and the classy Jaguar F-Pace.
While diesel is falling out of favour in the new car sales charts, it still has plenty of value in cars like the XC60 - so it’s the D4 and D5, and the B4D engines that we’d suggest searching for, with plenty of grunt but also impressive refinement and economy. As for trim levels, there’s not much need to look beyond the entry-level Momentum or Core models, depending on the age of the car you’re looking at - they’re already equipped like luxury cars, with everything from LED headlights to heated leather seats.
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The Volvo XC60’s exterior dimensions are:
The Volvo XC60’s boot space is:
Like many premium vehicles, XC60s that cost more than £40,000 brand new, which is quite a large proportion of the range, get hit with a VED surcharge that currently lifts their annual tax bill to £600, or £590 for the plug-in versions. Those that cost under £40,000 new drop down to £190 per year. The surcharge disappears after the first six years on the road (one year of CO2-based tax, five years of a flat rate with a surcharge).
The most affordable XC60s to insure - early D4 diesels in Momentum trim - start off with a group 31 rating, and this rises to a heady group 44 for the most powerful and expensive XC60s, which are the T8 plug-in hybrids. These numbers aren’t unusual for cars in this class, though only dedicated performance models from the likes of BMW or Audi sit in higher insurance groups than those T8s.
£43,750
£32,761
£71,655
£29,500
£591 off£44,750
£62,055
£71,655
£61,260
£43,500
£34,837
£56,760
£62,055
£45,783
£2,059 off£34,916
£35,685
£43,236
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