The Volvo V60 is a compact executive station wagon (estate car) produced by Volvo Cars related to the S60 mid-size sedan. The vehicle was first released in autumn 2010, facelifted in 2014, and is in its second generation since 2018.
The second generation V60 was launched in 2018 based on the Volvo Scalable Product Architecture platform. Both generations feature a "Cross Country" variant with a slightly increased (60-mm / 2.4-inch) ground clearance and ride height.
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First generation (2010)
V60
V60 Ocean Race
In February 2014, Volvo unveiled a special version of the V60 called Ocean Race Edition. Similar to other Ocean Race Editions that were released in the past, the new models feature unique details such as special alloy wheels and a cargo cover with the route of the 2014 to 2015 Volvo Ocean Race on it. Colour choice was limited to just four colours, one of them being the signature Ocean Race Blue. The interior features special Ocean Race themed detailing and contrast stitching.
V60 Polestar
In 2013 Volvo unveiled a special, limited version of the V60 called V60 Polestar. It is a reworked V60 that was developed by Polestar and went on sale in 2014 in limited markets only. Apart from a retuned engine delivering 350PS the car received a wide range of suspension upgrades which included special dampers made by Öhlins, six piston brakes by Brembo and new swaybars.
Cosmetic changes include custom 20" alloy wheels, a different front and rear splitter and contrasting coloured interior stitching. When first introduced the only available paint colours were black metallic or "Rebel Blue", later white and silver metallic colours were added.
In 2016, the 2017 model year V60 Polestar received an all new four-cylinder, 2.0-litre turbo engine replacing the old 3.0-litre six-cylinder.
V60 Plug-in Hybrid A pre-production version of the Volvo V60 diesel-electric transmission plug-in hybrid was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2011. The V60 plug in is the result of close cooperation between Volvo Cars and Swedish energy supplier Vattenfall. The V60 plug-in has a price of around (, ).
In September 2012, Volvo announced that the first 1,000 units were sold out before the model year 2013 vehicles were delivered to the dealerships. The carmaker ramped up production of the 2014 model year to 5,000 units for 2013. The first 1,000 units of the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid were part of a "Pure Limited" edition with electric silver livery. The diesel electric car also has aero designed 17 inch wheels, integrated exhaust tailpipes and a number of bodywork features in glossy black.
The V60 Plug in Hybrid features a six speed automatic transmission and the front wheels are driven by a five-cylinder, 2.4-litre D5 turbo diesel, which produces 215 hp and maximum torque of 440 Nm. The rear axle features ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive) in the form of an electric motor producing 70 hp and maximum torque of 200 Nm, powered from a 12 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.
Volvo expects to achieve an all-electric range of up to , and a fuel economy of 124 miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent (1.8 L/100 km), with carbon dioxide emissions averaging 49 g/km. The interaction between diesel and electric power is handled via a control system, and the driver has the option to choose the preferred driving mode via three buttons on the instrument panel: Pure, Hybrid and Power.
In Pure Mode, the car runs only on its electric motor as much as possible. The driving range is up to . Battery range varies with terrain, climate and driving style. Hybrid Mode is the default mode whenever the car is started. The diesel engine and electric motor interact to provide a balance between driving pleasure and low environmental impact. Emissions of are 49 g/km (EU Combined), corresponding to diesel fuel consumption of 1.8 L/100 km. The car's total range is up to . In Power Mode, the hybrid system is optimised to give the car the best possible performance. The electric motor's quick torque delivery contributes to the car's 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of 6.1 seconds.
In April 2014, Volvo announced the addition of an R Design version of its V60 Plug in Hybrid, which features a number of unique interior and exterior features that create a sporty look.
Markets and sales
Deliveries began in Sweden in the end of 2012, and in the United Kingdom began in June 2013. , sales were led by the Netherlands with 9,707 units registered, Click the url to download the file "2014-cijfers-elektrisch-vervoer-tm-december-2014.pdf.pdf" See under the heading "31-12-2014" for total registrations figures at the end of December 2014. followed by Sweden with 1,388 units delivered. Download file "Nyregistreringar december 2014 (prel)" see tables: "Nyregistrerade supermiljöbilar december 2014" with summary of plug-in passenger car registrations by model for 2013 (revised) and 2014. The Volvo V60 PHEV ranked as the second best selling plug in hybrid in Europe in 2013 and 2014, both times after the Mitsubishi Outlander P-HEV, and fell to fifth place in 2015. A total of 19,571 units have sold in Europe through December 2015. A total of 5,441 Volvo V60 PHEVs were sold in Europe in 2014. Volvo V60 PHEV sales totaled 5,441 units in 2014 and 6,349 in 2015, as reported by JATO Dynamics. A total of 42 units were sold in Sweden in 2012.
Recognition
The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid was one of the top three finalists for the 2013 World Green Car of the Year. The car won Car of The Year at the 2011 Middle East Motor Awards.
V60 Cross Country The V60 Cross Country is the raised variant of the Volvo V60 first introduced in 2015. It is sold in both North American and European markets, and comes standard with all-wheel drive in North America.
Safety
Engines
+Petrol enginesModelEngine codeYear(s)Power at rpmTorque at rpmDisplacementComment 2.0T B4204T6 2011 at 6000 at 1750–4000 I4 turbo T3 B4164T3 2011–2015 at 5700 at 1600–4000 T3 B4154T4 2016–2018 at 5000 at 1700–4000 I4 turbo VEA T3 B4204T37 2016–2018 at 5000 at 1300–4000 T4 B4164T 2011–2015 at 5700 at 1600–5000 I4 turbo T4F B4164T2 2012–2015 at 5700 at 1600–5000 T4 B4204T19 2015–2018 at 4700 at 1300–4000 I4 turbo VEA T5 B5254T12 2013–2018 at 5400 at 1800–4200 I5 turbo T5 B4204T7 2011–2013 at 5500 at 1800–5000 I4 turboT5B5204T92012-2015213 PS (157 kW; 210 hp) at 6000300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) at 2700–5000 rpm1,984 cc (122.0 cu in) T5 B4204T9 2013–2018 at 5700 at 2100–4500 I4 turbo VEA B4204T11 2014–2018 at 5500 at 1500–4800 T5 B4204T15 2014–2018 at 5500 at 1500–4000 T5 B4204T41 2014–2018 at 5500 at 1500–4800 B4204T9 2014–2018 at 5700 at 2100–4800 T6 AWD B6304T4 2011–2016 at 5700 at 2100–4800 I6 turbo SI6 Polestar B6304T5 2015–2016 at 5250 at 3000–4750 Polestar B4204T43 2016–2018 at 6000 at 3100–5100 I4 turbo VEA
+Diesel enginesModelEngine codeYear(s)Power at rpmTorque at rpmDisplacementComment DRIVe D4162T 2011–2012 at 3600 at 1750–2500 I4 turbo D2 D4162T 2013–2015 at 3600 at 1750–2500 D2 D4204T8 2016–2018 at 3750 at 1500–2300 I4 VEA D2 D4204T20 2015-2018 at 3750 at 1500–2250 D3 D5204T7 2013–2018 at 3500 at 1500–2250 I5 VD5 D3 D4204T9 2015–2018 at 3750 at 1750–3000 I4 VEA D4 D5204T3 2012–2018 at 3500 at 1500–2750 I5 VD5 D4 D4204T5 2014–2015 at 4250 at 1750–2500 I4 VEA D4 D4204T14 2016–2018 at 4250 at 1750–2500 D4 AWD D5244T12 2014–2015 at 4000 at 1500–2500 I5 VD5 D4 AWD D5244T17 2013–2015 at 4000 at 1500–2500 D4 AWD D5244T21 2015–2018 at 4000 at 1500–3000 D5 D5244T10 2011–2012 at 4000 at 1500–3250 D5 D5244T11 2012–2015 at 4000 at 1500–3250 D5244T15 2012–2015 at 4000 at 1500–3000
+Diesel Plug-in Hybrid enginesModelEngine codeYear(s)Power at rpmTorque at rpmDisplacementComment D6 AWD D82PHEV 2013 –2014 D6 AWD D97PHEV 2016–2018 D5 AWD D87PHEV 2015–2018
Second generation (2018)
The second generation Volvo V60 is based on the Volvo SPA Platform, like the saloons Volvo S60, Volvo S90, and the SUVs Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC90. It went on sale in July 2018.Heinrich Lingner. (18 August 2018). Mittelklasse-Kombi aus Schweden, Retrieved 21 March 2019 (in German) The V60 is built in both Sweden and Belgium. In the U.S., since 2021, the V60 is only available as a Cross Country model with one gasoline powertrain, dubbed T5, though a Polestar Engineered enhancement is available as an option. Mild hybrid variants were added in 2022, and in 2023, replaced conventional gas engines in the US. In Europe, Volvo offers two gasoline engines, two diesel engines, and two plug-in hybrid powertrains to choose from. Over in Malaysia, the V60 facelift comes in a sole T8 Recharge Inscription variant, with a 2.0 litre turbocharged and supercharged four-cylinder engine with a rear-mounted electric motor. All of this results in AWD and a total power output of , of torque and a claimed EV range of .
In the later released long range version, with a bigger 19kWh battery the range increased to over 90 km.
Second generation models V60
V60 Cross Country
Trim levels Before 2022, the V60 was available in Momentum, R-Design, Inscription, Cross Country and Polestar trim levels. For the 2022 models, Volvo changed the trim levels to Core, Plus and Ultimate (in increasing order of quality and price). It also reduced the optional extras which can be added to the features specified for each trim level, to allow the production process to be streamlined.
In July 2024, it returned in the United Kingdom in Plus and Ultra trim levels, replacing Core, Plus and Ultimate; these are mild-hybrid or plug-in hybrid.
Safety
Engines
+Petrol enginesModelYear(s)Power TorqueDisplacementCommentB32020–present at 4800 rpm at 1500–3900 rpm I4 turboB42020–present at 4800–5400 rpm at 1500–4200 rpmB52023–present at 5400–5700 rpm at 1800–4800 rpmB62021–2023I4 turbo/superchargedT42019 at 5000 rpm at 1700–4000 rpmI4 turbo T5 2019–2022 T62019 at 5700 rpm at 2200–5100 rpmI4 turbo/superchargedT6 Twin Engine / Recharge 2019–present I4 turbo PHEV T8 2019–2022 I4 turbo/supercharged PHEV T8 Recharge 2022–present I4 turbo PHEV T8 Polestar Engineered 2019–2022 I4 turbo/supercharged PHEVT8 Polestar Engineered2022–presentI4 turbo PHEV
+Diesel enginesModelYear(s)Power at rpmTorque at rpmDisplacementComment 2019–present at 3750 at 1750–3000 I4 turbo 2019–present at 4250 at 1750–2500 I4 Twin-turbo
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