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About the Volvo XC60
Last updated Oct 23, 2024The 2023 Volvo XC60 is classified as a 4 Door Wagon currently on sale in Australia as part of the 246 MY23B generation, starting from $60,900 MLRP for the PLUS B5 MHEV and topping out at $100,990 for the RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV.
There are 13 variants available for our market and the current year model went on sale in Jan of 2023. The XC60 is built in China and is available with 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection, equipped with a 8 Speed Automatic transmission with the drive sent to AWD. The XC60 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
Pros
- Beautiful and practical cabin
- Brimming with tech and safety
- Daily urban EV range (PHEV)
Cons
- Firm-ish ride at low speeds
- Fuel economy is only great sometimes
- An optioned R-Design hard to go past
Volvo XC60 Rating
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro
Entry-level
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Best in class
Overall rating
7.9
7.4
8.9
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2023 Volvo XC60 Price
| Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| T8 BLACK EDITION PHEV | $100,100 | $100,100 |
*excl. on-roads
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2023 Volvo XC60 Dimensions
1653mm
1902mm
4708mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
See all 2023 Volvo XC60 Dimensions2023 Volvo XC60 Boot Space
Boot space is 468L in the Recharge Plug-in Hybrid and 483L in all other models.
2023 Volvo XC60 Gallery
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2023 Volvo XC60 Safety Rating
The Volvo XC60 has a five-star ANCAP safety rating, though the safety authority says the PHEV flagship is unrated.
The XC60 received an adult occupant protection score of 98 per cent, a child occupant protection score of 87 per cent, a pedestrian protection score of 76 per cent, and a safety assist score of 95 per cent.
All 2022 Volvo XC60 models come standard with:
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Lane-keep assist with oncoming lane mitigation
- Lane centring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control
- Traffic sign recognition
- Reversing camera with front and rear parking sensors
- Surround-view camera
2023 Volvo XC60 Fuel Economy
Volvo claims XC60 B5 models use 7.6L/100km on the combined cycle, with the more powerful B6 version quoting 8.0L/100km.
The XC60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid offers up to 81km (claimed) of EV range per charge, and a combined fuel consumption figure of just 1.6L/100km.
All versions of the XC60 feature a 71L fuel tank, with 95 RON premium unleaded required as a minimum.
| Volvo XC60 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| PLUS B5 MHEV | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | 7.6 |
| RECHARGE PLUS T8 PHEV | PREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC | 1.6 |
| RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV | PREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC | 1.6 |
| T8 BLACK EDITION PHEV | PREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC | 1.6 |
| ULTIMATE B5 BRIGHT MHEV | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | 7.6 |
Cost of ownership
What is the running and servicing costs of a Volvo XC60?
All Volvo XC60’s need servicing every 12 Months months or 15,000km km, whichever comes first.
How does the 2023 Volvo XC60 drive?
Our expert take on Volvo XC60 drivability.
Much like Volvo's other models, the XC60 prioritises comfort rather than overt sportiness and engagement, regardless of trim you choose.
Adaptive air suspension is a $2600 option on B5 and B6 models, and standard on the Recharge Plug-in Hybrid. If you're looking at some of the larger wheel sizes, this is an option you really should consider ticking.
The steering is on the lighter side making it easy to pilot in town and to park, though the trade-off is that it's not as fun or engaging as something like a BMW X3.
Performance is similarly effortless, with decent grunt from the turbocharged models with a relatively smart-shifting eight-speed automatic.
The B6's 48V mild-hybrid tech also includes an E-charger function that can assist the engine with an extra 10kW under acceleration (the B5's setup just recuperates energy to smoothen the stop/start function).
The PHEV's complex drive system means you can drive most daily routes on zero-emissions electric power (up to 81km ADR), while also allowing you to combine both power sources for sports car-like response – claiming 4.8 seconds for the 0-100 benchmark sprint.
Volvo fits plenty of assistance tech as standard too, including adaptive cruise control with Pilot Assist (combines with lane centring for semi-autonomous highway driving), blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic assist, as well as lane-keep assist.
These systems generally work quite well and aren't as intrusive as you may find on other brands.
2023 Volvo XC60 Options
Options list for the Volvo XC60
You can find more details on all the options and inclusions across the Volvo XC60 variants on the official website, and within the official Volvo XC60 specifications page.
2023 Volvo XC60 Colours
What colours are available for the Volvo XC60
The 2022 Volvo XC60 is available in a total of nine exterior finishes:
- Ice White
- Crystal White*
- Onyx Black*
- Denim Blue*
- Pine Grey*
- Fusion Red*
- Thunder Grey*
- Platinum Grey*
- Silver Dawn*
*Premium finishes cost $1950 extra
2023 Volvo XC60 Warranty
The Volvo Cars range is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Volvo Roadside Assistance is also included at purchase for the duration of the new vehicle warranty.
As for scheduled maintenance, Volvo Cars offer three- and five-year service plans across its line-up, with prices for the XC60 range advertised at $1500 (3yr) and $2500 (5yr) respectively, averaging $500 per annum.
2023 Volvo XC60 vs other SUV's to consider
Volvo tends to pitch its products as value-oriented alternatives to established German premium players, and the XC60 is no different.
Compared to the equivalent BMW X3 or Mercedes-Benz GLC, for example, the XC60 offers more equipment and more performance for less money.
Further, the XC60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid gets a larger battery as part of its mid-life refresh that essentially doubles EV range over its predecessor, as well as rivals.
Other alternatives include the dimensionally smaller Audi Q5, sportier Genesis GV70 and Jaguar F-Pace, along with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Unlike most rivals, the Volvo errs towards comfort in its tuning rather than sportiness.
Should you buy the 2023 Volvo XC60
Is this the right car for you? Out experts buy or not guide.
The Volvo XC60 has proven itself to be a plush and practical alternative to the typical German premium players, and Australian buyers seem to agree given it's one of the most popular vehicles in its segment.
Given its focus on comfort, we'd argue the Momentum and Inscription models smaller wheels and optional air suspension embody the pitch best, though the B6 R-Design offers more grunt and sexier styling.
The Recharge Plug-in Hybrid is getting pricey, but offers more performance and much more EV range than its competitors, making it one of the better examples of the plug-in breed.
Volvo XC60 FAQs
The cheapest Volvo XC60 is the PLUS B5 MHEV that starts from $60,900.
The most expensive Volvo XC60 is the RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV that starts from $100,990.
The best towing capacity of a Volvo XC60 is 2400Kg offered by the following variants
- PLUS B5 MHEV
- ULTIMATE B5 BRIGHT MHEV
- ULTIMATE B6 DARK MHEV
The largest Volvo XC60 is the PLUS B5 MHEV which measures 1902mm wide, 4708mm in length and sits 1653mm tall.
The most powerful Volvo XC60 is the RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV which has 233kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection engine.
The Volvo XC60 is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volvo XC60 is the RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV which weighs 2500 kg (kerb weight).
See full fuel information for Volvo XC60 below:
| Variant | Fuel Type |
|---|---|
| RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV | premium unleaded/electric |
| RECHARGE PLUS T8 PHEV | premium unleaded/electric |
| RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV | premium unleaded/electric |
| T8 BLACK EDITION PHEV | premium unleaded/electric |
| RECHARGE ULTIMATE T8 PHEV | premium unleaded/electric |
| ULTIMATE B6 DARK MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |
| ULTIMATE B6 DARK MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |
| PLUS B5 MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |
| ULTIMATE B5 BRIGHT MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |
| PLUS B5 MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |
| PLUS B5 MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |
| ULTIMATE B5 BRIGHT MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |
| ULTIMATE B5 BRIGHT MHEV | premium unleaded petrol |