Volvo XC60

The interiors of the XC60 are also very nice. The dashboard gets the new customisable adaptive digital display unit and is ergonomically well setup. Like other Volvo cars the interiors are plush and very comfortable. There is plenty of room for all occupants and more than enough leg room in the front and the rear. The seats are very good and there are plenty of storage options.

The XC60 comes with two diesel variants that have been borrowed over from the S80 and both are very well refined. The lower variant is the 1984cc 5-cylinder turbodiesel with 160bhp and 400Nm of torque. The higher variant is the 2400cc 5-cylinder turbodiesel unit that pumps out 212bhp and 440Nm of torque. Both engines are equally refined, and both are also mated to a brilliant 6-speed automatic transmission.

The lower spec engine has a good amount of torque and provides a good acceleration, but it does feel a little underpowered. The refinement is good and its overall performance is good for the city. However, the high spec engine provides instantaneous power delivery to the front wheels and the higher torque allows the car to race from a standstill to 100kmph in just 8.3 seconds. The lower spec engine will take over 10 seconds to reach 100kmph. The 2400cc diesel unit is the preferred engine in terms of overall performance, but both engine variants provide the same ride quality and smooth comfort thanks to the incredible suspension setup. On the highway the car feels really good and the handling is also very good. The transmission is also very good and gear changes are smooth. On the whole the XC60 does feel like a driver-focused car and you can even take it off-road on some serious terrain. The car has a good ground clearance so you can do some serious off-roading and it also performs very well on tough terrains. It is a very capable car indeed and it still keeps its comfort elements on a luxurious level. Overall the performance and ride quality is very good, no matter the road surface.

The lower spec diesel unit provides a fuel economy of around 14kmpl, while the higher spec engine provides around 13kmpl.

The XC60 does come with some very good features such as power steering with mounted controls, power windows, electronic climate control, interior air quality system, panoramic glass roof, rain sensors, cruise control, high performance audios system with a 5-inch screen.

Volvo is the leader in automotive safety so you can expect the best technology. Some features include Blind Spot Information Display, ABS with traction control, advanced stability control, engine drag control, Active bending lights, dual stage airbags, and parking sensors. There is also Hill start assist and Hill decent control.

The quality of the car is top notch. The exteriors panels are fitted nicely and made up of premium components, and the interiors exude the most premium and luxurious cabin. The engines are also very well refined and all other components are good quality. There is not much cabin noise in the cabin and the ride quality is superb. The only problem might be that servicing might be expensive, but then again Volvo cars rarely breakdown or need repair. Spare parts will also be expensive, but on the whole the car is very reliable.

The XC60 has a good value for money mainly because of its features and safety technology.

The XC60 is a very good crossover vehicle, and it does offer you greta features and the best safety technology like all Volvo cars. It does have the ability to perform well off-road and it does well on tarmac as well. Overall it is a good car to drive but a little underpowered compared to its competitors.