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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 is a compact crossover from Volvo. It debuted as a concept vehicle in 2007 with the first European models sold as 2008 models. In North America, the first XC60 model is the 2010 being sold as of early 2009. The XC60 is available in both AWD and FWD, with either a 3.2L inline 6 or 3.0L turbo-charged inline 6 (T6). Like all Volvos, it comes equipped with many standard and optional safety features. The feature that the XC60 is most noted for is it's auto-braking collision avoidance/mitigation system. At speeds below 15 km/h, the XC60 will automatically brake to avoid a rear-end collision.

Volvo XC60
MSRP $32,395.00
Release date January, 2008
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Pros:
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Great looking exterior styling
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Beautiful interior - with quality materials
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Loaded with safety features
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Powerful 281 hp turbo-charged model
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Comfortable seating
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Fast acceleration - 0-60 in 7.1 s
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"Geartronic" transmission for manual shift points
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Roomy backseat
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40-20-40 split rear seats can be folded independently
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Large cargo volume
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Nicely priced for its feature-set and specs
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All-leather steering wheel
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Comfortable, quiet ride
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Panoramic sunroof
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Regular grade fuel recommend by Volvo
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Cons:
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Slight slide roll when cornering
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Mediocre fuel economy
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Heavier than competition
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Base non-turbo engine could be more powerful
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Lackluster GPS
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Pros

  • Great looking exterior styling
  • Beautiful interior - with quality materials
  • Loaded with safety features
  • Powerful 281 hp turbo-charged model
  • Comfortable seating
  • Fast acceleration - 0-60 in 7.1 s
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • "Geartronic" transmission for manual shift points
  • Roomy backseat
  • 40-20-40 split rear seats can be folded independently
  • Large cargo volume
  • Nicely priced for its feature-set and specs
  • All-leather steering wheel
  • Comfortable, quiet ride
  • Regular grade fuel recommend by Volvo

Cons

  • Slight slide roll when cornering
  • Lackluster GPS
  • Mediocre fuel economy
  • Heavier than competition
  • Base non-turbo engine could be more powerful

Competitors

Erik prefers Volvo XC60 over Acura RDX, BMW X3, Audi Q5, Mercedez-Benz ML350, Land Rover LR2
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