About the Volvo XC60The sleek Volvo XC60, along with the XC70 and XC90, comprises part of Volvo's Cross Country Series. It is designed with young urban professionals in mind, particularly city dwellers with a small family. The car stands out for being an attractive compact SUV with superior fuel economy, plus it emphasizes city safety with features such as Pedestrian Detection and a panic button. The XC60 is available with a variety of engines to suit different consumer needs, and its beautiful Scandinavian wood interior is just the beginning of this vehicle's luxurious perks.The XC60 is assembled exclusively at Volvo's Ghent, Belgium plant. It has an estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg in the city and 25 mpg for highway driving, which is remarkable for an SUV. However, most XC60s made available in the US use gasoline rather than diesel. They include 3.2, 3.2 R, and T6 designs. All have 6-cylinder engines and the T6's is turbocharged. Additionally, the T6 has all-wheel drive while the other models have front-wheel drive. The Volvo XC60 quickly developed from a concept... View more car unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in 2007. Production began in time for the 2008 Geneva Motor Show and sales began soon thereafter across Europe. The 2010 model year XC60 was made available in the US in 2009. An R Design was made available in April of 2010. It features a color-matching body kit, a stiffer chassis, and minor changes to the interior and exterior trim. Current Volvo XC60 trims available in the US include the 3.2, the 3.2 R, and the T6. The 3.2 is reasonably well-equipped and, like its family members, features innovative and award-winning safety features. Meanwhile, the T6 boasts all-wheel drive and greater horsepower. Luxury options available for all models include a portable navigation system, a back seat entertainment system with two DVD players, and Park Assist cameras in the front and rear. Volvo's XC60 is a stylish addition to an already attractive lineup. Its bevy of safety features only adds sensibility to its appeal. Standard safety features include City Safety, daytime running lights, anti-lock brakes, an advanced anti-whiplash system, and more. Child safety seats are among the many available upgrades. It's no wonder the Volvo XC60 has been awarded countless esteemed titles worldwide, from 2011 Automotive Pioneer of the Year" in India to "Best Safety Choice" in Spain and "Baby Car 2009" in Czech Republic. View less | |||
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