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2018 Volvo XC60 (2nd Generation)
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Quick review | Svelte Swede - Volvo's XC60 is hard to fault
Arguably the XC60's best attribute is its cosseting ride quality courtesy of the optional air suspension. It offers a deliciously relaxed drive that soaks up bumps and gleans over surfaces in an orchestral manner.
A powered tailgate opens a 468-litre boot that has a nifty cover that locks into place and hides any valuables when the boot is closed.
At the rear, there are standard Isofix points to fit a child seat or two, and a plethora of airbags keep occupants safe.
After a week with the XC60, it isn't a surprise to see more of these vehicles on our roads. Buoyed by its win at the 2018 World Car of the Year awards and positive reviews in the press, I see Volvo expanding their footprint in the market despite tough times.
Price as standard - R817 936
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Arguably the XC60's best attribute is its cosseting ride quality courtesy of the optional air suspension. It offers a deliciously relaxed drive that soaks up bumps and gleans over surfaces in an orchestral manner.
A powered tailgate opens a 468-litre boot that has a nifty cover that locks into place and hides any valuables when the boot is closed.
At the rear, there are standard Isofix points to fit a child seat or two, and a plethora of airbags keep occupants safe.
After a week with the XC60, it isn't a surprise to see more of these vehicles on our roads. Buoyed by its win at the 2018 World Car of the Year awards and positive reviews in the press, I see Volvo expanding their footprint in the market despite tough times.
Price as standard - R817 936
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MotorMatters review of the XC60 T6 AWD Inscription
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Nearly new buying guide: Volvo XC60
Sweden’s reputation for effortless suavity extends to this SUV. This is how to get a good one
Although Volvo’s Geely-backed transformation began in 2010, the fruits of those labours (and the significant cash injection) didn’t really materialise until the arrival of the second-generation XC60 in 2017.
We’d received the more expensive seven-seat XC90 two years before that, but the XC60 was new-era-Volvo’s first proper mainstream blockbuster, becoming the Swedish brand’s biggest seller. And with used ones now starting at around the same price of a new mid-range Volkswagen Golf, suddenly this slab of Scandinavian stylishness looks like a lot of car for the money.
There’s plenty of choice to be had. Engines are all 2.0-litre four-cylinder units, starting with the sensible and well-rounded 188bhp diesel in the D4 and topped by the 385bhp T8 Twin Engine petrol-electric plug-in hybrid.
Mild-hybrid petrols and diesels with a ‘B’ prefix recently joined the line-up, but you won’t see many of those in the classifieds yet.
www.autocar.co.uk
Sweden’s reputation for effortless suavity extends to this SUV. This is how to get a good one
Although Volvo’s Geely-backed transformation began in 2010, the fruits of those labours (and the significant cash injection) didn’t really materialise until the arrival of the second-generation XC60 in 2017.
We’d received the more expensive seven-seat XC90 two years before that, but the XC60 was new-era-Volvo’s first proper mainstream blockbuster, becoming the Swedish brand’s biggest seller. And with used ones now starting at around the same price of a new mid-range Volkswagen Golf, suddenly this slab of Scandinavian stylishness looks like a lot of car for the money.
There’s plenty of choice to be had. Engines are all 2.0-litre four-cylinder units, starting with the sensible and well-rounded 188bhp diesel in the D4 and topped by the 385bhp T8 Twin Engine petrol-electric plug-in hybrid.
Mild-hybrid petrols and diesels with a ‘B’ prefix recently joined the line-up, but you won’t see many of those in the classifieds yet.
Nearly new buying guide: Volvo XC60 | Autocar
Sweden’s reputation for effortless suavity extends to this SUV. This is how to get a good one
www.autocar.co.uk
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BMW X3 M40i vs Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar vs Audi Q5e: drag race - Carwow
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Juliet drives the XC60
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Volvo Cars reveals its best-selling models worldwide for 2020 so far
Volvo Cars has released its sales figures for the first seven months of 2020, with the XC60 proving the most popular model.
According to the Swedish automaker, some 96 622 examples of the XC60 have been sold worldwide from the start of January to the end of July (that’s down on the 111 943 achieved over the same period in 2019), despite the impact of COVID-19.
The XC40 is next in line with 87 085 registrations (up from 74 062 units in 2019), with the XC90 completing the podium on 46 669 units (down from 2019’s figure of 55 443).
Overall, in the first seven months of the year, Volvo Cars sold 332 253 vehicles, down 16 percent compared with the same period in 2019. July, however, saw volumes grow 14,2 percent year-on-year. During the month, SUVs accounted for 72,8 percent of the firm’s total sales.
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Volvo Cars has released its sales figures for the first seven months of 2020, with the XC60 proving the most popular model.
According to the Swedish automaker, some 96 622 examples of the XC60 have been sold worldwide from the start of January to the end of July (that’s down on the 111 943 achieved over the same period in 2019), despite the impact of COVID-19.
The XC40 is next in line with 87 085 registrations (up from 74 062 units in 2019), with the XC90 completing the podium on 46 669 units (down from 2019’s figure of 55 443).
Overall, in the first seven months of the year, Volvo Cars sold 332 253 vehicles, down 16 percent compared with the same period in 2019. July, however, saw volumes grow 14,2 percent year-on-year. During the month, SUVs accounted for 72,8 percent of the firm’s total sales.
Volvo Cars reveals its best-selling models worldwide for 2020 so far…
Volvo Cars has released its sales figures for the first seven months of 2020, with the XC60 proving the most popular model.
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Tested: Volvo XC60 D4 is a surprisingly good alternative to the German herd
VERDICT
With classy looks inside and out, advanced safety tech and impressive all-round refinement, it’s little surprise that this is Volvo’s best selling vehicle, and the fact that it undercuts its rivals is also a big feather in its cap.
That said, value retention could be of concern as a recent resale value comparison conducted by True Price, and based on price data from auctions, showed the XC60 underperformed compared to its rivals. According to True Price, the XC60 retained 54.8 percent of its value on average, while the X3 achieved 61.5% and the Q5 and GLC both scored just over 70%. It must be noted, however, that this data is only based on auction prices and also includes the previous-generation XC60, which might not hold its value as well as the latest model.
However, if we were keeping the vehicle for a considerable amount of time, then the Volvo XC60 would certainly be on our radar. If you don’t have to have the latest and greatest all the time, this car would serve you well for the next decade or so.
Alternatively, you may just find a great pre-owned deal on one.
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VERDICT
With classy looks inside and out, advanced safety tech and impressive all-round refinement, it’s little surprise that this is Volvo’s best selling vehicle, and the fact that it undercuts its rivals is also a big feather in its cap.
That said, value retention could be of concern as a recent resale value comparison conducted by True Price, and based on price data from auctions, showed the XC60 underperformed compared to its rivals. According to True Price, the XC60 retained 54.8 percent of its value on average, while the X3 achieved 61.5% and the Q5 and GLC both scored just over 70%. It must be noted, however, that this data is only based on auction prices and also includes the previous-generation XC60, which might not hold its value as well as the latest model.
However, if we were keeping the vehicle for a considerable amount of time, then the Volvo XC60 would certainly be on our radar. If you don’t have to have the latest and greatest all the time, this car would serve you well for the next decade or so.
Alternatively, you may just find a great pre-owned deal on one.
Tested: Volvo XC60 D4 is a surprisingly good alternative to the German herd
With classy looks, advanced safety tech and impressive all-round refinement, it’s little surprise that this is Volvo’s best seller.
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WATCH | Volvo uses its XC60 to show why babies should be in rear-facing child seats
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Motoring is packed with new car news, reviews, videos, new models and bikes, and motorsport. Find complete road tests, tools, and new and used vehicle listings.
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LONG TERM TEST: Meet our new Volvo XC60 D4 R-Design
More in next week’s update
There's a lot more spec in the XC60 and I'll unpack more of the car in a series of weekly articles and a series of videos that you can watch right here or on YouTube. We look forward to answering any questions you may have on the vehicle, so please be sure to follow me on social media to catch all the updates on what it's like to actually live with a Volvo XC60 before you buy one.
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More in next week’s update
There's a lot more spec in the XC60 and I'll unpack more of the car in a series of weekly articles and a series of videos that you can watch right here or on YouTube. We look forward to answering any questions you may have on the vehicle, so please be sure to follow me on social media to catch all the updates on what it's like to actually live with a Volvo XC60 before you buy one.
LONG-TERM TEST: Meet our new Volvo XC60 D4 R-Design
IF you’re in the market for one of the tried-and-tested German SUVs, but yearn for something different, this Volvo might be just the thing to bring in the new year.
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MotorMatters review of the XC60 D4 AWD
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Volvo XC60 T6 Recharge R-Design 2020 UK review
Should I buy one?
In spite of the slightly high price, I reckon plenty will. Like so many Volvos, the XC60 offers a really appealing alternative take on a modern, premium-brand family SUV. It looks great and has a cabin that still seems so simply laid out and is refreshing on the senses. Those qualities – combined with the safety-conscious, socially responsible and extra-mature lustre that the Volvo brand has taken on these days – will do a lot for it.
To those who just want the best plug-in hybrid option in the class at the most competitive price, there are one or two rivals I would recommend test driving first. But if your mind’s pretty much made up already, whatever your reasons may be, you’ve got little to lose here on a car with a well-chosen specification.
www.autocar.co.uk
Should I buy one?
In spite of the slightly high price, I reckon plenty will. Like so many Volvos, the XC60 offers a really appealing alternative take on a modern, premium-brand family SUV. It looks great and has a cabin that still seems so simply laid out and is refreshing on the senses. Those qualities – combined with the safety-conscious, socially responsible and extra-mature lustre that the Volvo brand has taken on these days – will do a lot for it.
To those who just want the best plug-in hybrid option in the class at the most competitive price, there are one or two rivals I would recommend test driving first. But if your mind’s pretty much made up already, whatever your reasons may be, you’ve got little to lose here on a car with a well-chosen specification.
Volvo just can't stop making this car – but is it any good to drive? | Autocar
Popular, seven-year-old, second-generation family SUV gets a mild facelift and an indefinite stay of execution
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DRIVEN | Volvo XC60 T6 AWD R-Design
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DRIVEN | Volvo XC60 T6 AWD R-Design | Life
We test Volvo's award-winning XC60. This flagship T6 AWD R-Design model offers sophistication, power, and good looks in a hard-to-fault package.
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Geely seems to be doing wonders for Volvo and now recently Lotus (their new Evija looks amazing and is coming to SA) plus Geely has done a lot for Proton.
People complain about eastern businesses (Geely, Tata and Saic just to name a few) owning western brands but when you look at what Ford and GM (American companies) has done to Saab, Volvo and Jaguar one could say that eastern businesses are the best thing that could've happened for Volvo, Jaguar etc...
People complain about eastern businesses (Geely, Tata and Saic just to name a few) owning western brands but when you look at what Ford and GM (American companies) has done to Saab, Volvo and Jaguar one could say that eastern businesses are the best thing that could've happened for Volvo, Jaguar etc...
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'Toppteknologier!' Volvo XC60 T6 AWD R-Design is Swedish tech at its finest
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'Toppteknologier!' Volvo XC60 T6 AWD R-Design is Swedish tech at its finest | News24
Volvo is renowned for its advancements in safety and technologies, and the XC60 T6 AWD R-Design is prove thereof.
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Cleaner look for XC60
Volvo has announced updates for its XC60 SUV, plus there are Polestar Engineered upgrades
Volvo has applied some slight styling and equipment changes to its popular XC60 mid-sized SUV.
With the second-generation XC60 now into its fifth year of production, a mid-lifecycle update was expected.
Volvo has retained the handsome overall proportions of XC60, applying very slight styling changes. The bumper’s lower corner cut-outs are now larger and around the back, Volvo has very sensibly rid XC60 of those silly fake exhaust ends.
Volvo’s proven Sensus infotainment system remains in its vertical orientation, but now integrates the full Android Automotive OS system. This gives XC60 owners a vast realm of functionality within Google services, such as Google Maps, Google Assistant and Google Play Store. It also benefits from OTA updates, offering users a lot more than conventional Android Auto.
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Volvo has announced updates for its XC60 SUV, plus there are Polestar Engineered upgrades
Volvo has applied some slight styling and equipment changes to its popular XC60 mid-sized SUV.
With the second-generation XC60 now into its fifth year of production, a mid-lifecycle update was expected.
Volvo has retained the handsome overall proportions of XC60, applying very slight styling changes. The bumper’s lower corner cut-outs are now larger and around the back, Volvo has very sensibly rid XC60 of those silly fake exhaust ends.
Volvo’s proven Sensus infotainment system remains in its vertical orientation, but now integrates the full Android Automotive OS system. This gives XC60 owners a vast realm of functionality within Google services, such as Google Maps, Google Assistant and Google Play Store. It also benefits from OTA updates, offering users a lot more than conventional Android Auto.
Cleaner look for XC60
Volvo has announced updates for its XC60 SUV, plus there are Polestar Engineered upgrades Volvo has applied some slight styling and equipment changes to its popular XC60 mid-sized SUV. With the second-generation XC60 now into its fifth year of production, a mid-lifecycle update was expected...
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CAR Top 12 2021 premium midsize SUV/crossover winner - Volvo XC60 - CAR Magazine
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Top 12 Best Buys: Volvo XC60 retains premium midsize SUV/crossover title
Now that the winners of our annual Top 12 Best Buys awards have been revealed (grab a copy of the April 2021 issue of CAR magazine for the full article), we can take a look at the individual categories.
So, which vehicle won in the premium midsize SUV/crossover segment? Well, the Volvo XC60 retained the award, claiming the title for the third year on the trot.
As a reminder, vehicles in this category sit above the midsize SUVs in terms of price and exclusivity. They are premium cars from aspirational brands and, as such, major in sophistication, comfort, connectivity and class.
www.carmag.co.za
Now that the winners of our annual Top 12 Best Buys awards have been revealed (grab a copy of the April 2021 issue of CAR magazine for the full article), we can take a look at the individual categories.
So, which vehicle won in the premium midsize SUV/crossover segment? Well, the Volvo XC60 retained the award, claiming the title for the third year on the trot.
As a reminder, vehicles in this category sit above the midsize SUVs in terms of price and exclusivity. They are premium cars from aspirational brands and, as such, major in sophistication, comfort, connectivity and class.
Top 12 Best Buys: Volvo XC60 retains premium midsize SUV/crossover title - CAR Magazine
Now that the winners of our annual Top 12 Best Buys awards have been revealed (grab a copy of the April 2021 issue of CAR for the full article), we can take a look at the individual categories. So, which vehicle won in the premium midsize SUV/crossover segment? Well, the Volvo XC60 retained the...
www.carmag.co.za