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The big news is the renaming of plug-in hybrid variants as Recharge models, which also boast a new entry-level trim for 2021 called the Inscription Expression. With an attractive base price, access to satisfying and efficient performance from Volvo is easier than ever.
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2021 Volvo XC60
New ModelsXC60XC60 RechargeDiscontinued ModelsXC60 HybridXC60 All GenerationsNew202320222021Used202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102021 $41,700 - $55,000 Price Range (MSRP) 2021 Volvo XC60 For Sale Sell Your Volvo XC60 Best SUVs for Snow Best Luxury Compact SUVs Volvo SUVs Volvo Small Cars Review Exterior Interior Trims & Specs Performance Safety & Reliability 68 Photos Compare insurance prices: Save an average of $440 Free Quote2021 Volvo XC60 Test Drive Review Sophisticated And Spirited
by Ian Wright Nothing sums up the refreshed ethos of Swedish automaker Volvo quite like the XC60: The mid-size crossover drips with style without being ostentatious, has a distinctive and elegant interior, the build quality is on point, on-board tech is leading-edge, and there's a range of technologically innovative drivetrains on offer. Power in the base model is supplied by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine making a respectable 250 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Going up in the range, you'll find a 316-hp four-cylinder engine that utilizes both a supercharger and turbocharger. Topping things off, you can opt for the Recharge PHEV, which currently uses the supercharged and turbocharged engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system, and makes a healthy 400 hp. But that's not all - the Polestar Engineered version, which we had for a week-long test drive, takes this up a notch with an extra 15 horses. There's a lot to take in when it comes to the Volvo XC60, including genuine leather in the cabin, a raft full of safety and convenience features, and those wonderful Thor's Hammer headlights. The XC60 isn't perfect, though, and the price isn't pocket change. Nevertheless, it remains a compelling vehicle in the space occupied by stalwarts like the BMW X3 and Audi Q5.Read in this review
Exterior Design 9 /10 Performance 9 /10 Fuel Economy 8 /10 Interior & Cargo 9 /10 Infotainment & Features 10 /10 Reliability 7 /10 Safety 10 /10 Value For Money 9 /10 8.9 What is BuzzScore?2021 Volvo XC60 Changes What s the difference vs 2020 XC60
There have been a number of updates to the standard features list for 2021. Safety is prioritized with every model now equipped with LED headlights, blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors, and rear cross-traffic alert. There are new 19-inch wheel designs to appreciate this year, too, along with power-folding auto-dimming side mirrors. The infotainment has also undergone changes, with the deletion of AM Radio and the addition of a wireless charging pad. There has been quite a bit of shuffling of the standard and available features, with park assist stripped away unless you pay extra, and several packages have been renamed and repriced as their contents have shifted to suit all the changes. Inscription models have a new package that includes massaging front seats.The big news is the renaming of plug-in hybrid variants as Recharge models, which also boast a new entry-level trim for 2021 called the Inscription Expression. With an attractive base price, access to satisfying and efficient performance from Volvo is easier than ever.
Pros and Cons
Handsome exteriorCompetent handlingPlenty of passenger and cargo spaceExtensive list of standard featuresLogical and stylish cabin layoutPlug-in hybrid has great acceleration Expensive to buy and runNot as premium inside as other European rivalsSome tech is a little too complicatedBest Deals on 2021 Volvo XC60
2021 Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription $43,000 33,143 miles Fair Deal $3,400 below 2021 Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum $37,990 36,993 miles 2021 Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription $48,590 12,438 miles 2021 Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum $41,990 42,396 miles Fair Deal Average price See All XC60 For Sale2021 Volvo XC60 Trims
See trim levels and configurations: Trim Engine Transmission Drivetrain Price (MSRP) T5 Momentum 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas 8-Speed Automatic Front-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive $41,700 T6 Momentum 2.0L Twincharged Inline-4 Gas 8-Speed Automatic All-Wheel Drive $47,500 T5 R-Design 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas 8-Speed Automatic Front-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive $47,850 T5 Inscription 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas 8-Speed Automatic Front-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive $49,200 T6 R-Design 2.0L Twincharged Inline-4 Gas 8-Speed Automatic All-Wheel Drive $53,650 See All 2021 Volvo XC60 Trims and SpecsHandling and Driving Impressions
There's a reason you rarely see a Volvo XC60 being driven aggressively. There's something about the whole package that encourages you to drive like a sophisticated adult, even if you're an impatient automotive journalist with a heavy right foot. The ride is as smooth as a kitten's fur and, unless you go with the fussier R-Design styling, the interior inspires the kind of relaxation you'll find in an upmarket and freshly built European log cabin. That doesn't mean you'll end up being that car in traffic holding everyone up, though. The standard turbocharged engine has enough get-up-and-go to do just that, while the twin-charged engine will get you cruising quickly. However, if you mash the throttle pedal, particularly with the twin-charged engine, the coarse sound of a four-cylinder engine being forced to do the work of a six-cylinder lump brings about some cognitive dissonance. You're driving a superbly smooth vehicle, yet with heavier throttle inputs, the engine sounds like there's sand in the oil. Thankfully, the engine sound at lower revs is fine and is mostly canceled out by the plush soundproofing. Our Plug-In Hybrid tester proved to be a genuine delight. The cabin is both airy and quiet around town and when cruising on the freeway, and the engine noise only creeps in when it's being pushed. If you do push the XC60 on a back road, it's surprisingly spry - even with the weight of the hybrid system added on Recharge models. While an optional air suspension setup is available to regular models, the Polestar Engineered variant gets an Ohlins adjustable suspension as standard as well as a lightweight front strut bar and Akebono brakes. We found that while it's no sports car, the XC60 is all about getting where it's going in confident style - and, as a bonus, the Polestar Engineered version can even be quite fun.Now Buzzing Electric Vehicles Tesla Cybertruck Spotted With Production-Ready Rear End Crash Watch A Seventh-Gen Toyota Hilux Truck Launch Into The Air After Losing Control Auctions One-Off Plymouth Barracuda Four-Door Is A Muscle Car Unicorn First Drive 2023 Toyota Crown First Drive Review: A Tale Of Two Hybrids Sports Cars 2023 BMW M2 Coming With Optional Center-Lock Wheels Tuning 700-Horsepower 2023 Nissan Z By AMS Performance Hits Nine-Second Quarter Mile