The Volvo XC60 comes in three basic trim levels, Momentum, R-Design and Inscription. The XC60 is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged engine that makes 247 horsepower. The AWD drive model of the XC60 comes with the same engine that's tuned for 295 horsepower and 310 lbs.-ft or torque. All versions of the engine are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The most basic trim level for the XC60 is the Momentum trim, which comes well-equipped with standard features that include 18-inch alloy wheels, silver roof rails, LED headlights, a panoramic sunroof with a power sunshade, dual-zone climate control, a 10-way power front driver's seat, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a 10-speaker sound system.
The midlevel trim for the XC60 is dubbed R-Design and features bold styling details meant to make the XC60 look sleeker and sportier. The R-Design includes a unique front grille, mesh metal inlays, 19-inch wheels, a painted bumper and color coordinated side sills, dual tailpipes and puddle lamps. Inside, there are various R-Design badges and a very nice R-Design steering wheel to grip as well as leather seating surfaces,. The R-Design also gets several drive mode settings for increasing the sportiness of the vehicle on twisty country roads or a racetrack.
The Inscription trim is priced fairly and similar to the R-Design, but where the R-Design goes for sport, the Inscription goes for luxury. The Inscription features more exterior brightwork than its siblings, along with a unique mesh front grille. Inside, the Inscription gets a four-zone climate control system, nicer seats and driftwood inlays, adding a touch of class to the interior of the mid-sized SUV.
Safety features such as seven airbags, a rear-view camera, Volvo On-Call emergency SOS, parking sensors, an active lane departure warning system, active blind spot warning, forward and rear collision mitigation, a pedestrian detection system, a driver attention alert and a traffic sign information system.
Plenty Of Interior Room
On- And Off-road Capable
Strong Safety Emphasis
Fuel Efficient Engine Options
Modern Styling
The XC60 carries over into with minimal changes, although a new engine has been introduced for 2022.
The Volvo XC60 is a two-row SUV competing with the likes of the BMW X3 and the Audi Q5. While the Volvo nameplate doesn't have quite as much luxury or sporting cachet as its German rivals, Volvo has rightfully earned a reputation for safety that shows no signs of slowing down with their newest vehicle. The Volvo XC60 has been designed with safety in mind from the ground up, with new features and electronic system to keep the SUV safely on the road at all times. Reputation aside, the XC60 is a fantastic luxury SUV with a beautifully designed interior and a range of powerful and advanced drivetrain options.
