2025 Volvo XC60

Price Range: $47,050 - $75,250

Great

8.2

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

The XC60 T8 plug-in hybrid is a unique all-in-one solution if you aren't ready to take the leap to a full EV. Boasting a legitimate 35 miles of electric range on a full charge, a respectable EPA-estimated 28 mpg combined in hybrid mode, and a whopping 455 horsepower, this electrified Volvo is an SUV of many talents. Throw in plenty of Swedish style and you've got a dead-serious standout in the luxury plug-in hybrid space.

33 Owner Reviews

Pros

Pro:Spacious second-row seating
Pro:Many standard safety tech features
Pro:Available as a plug-in hybrid

Cons

Con:Not as fun to drive as most competitors
Con:Ride quality is firmer than you might expect from a luxury crossover
Con:Aging interior design

What’s new

Ultimate trim renamed to Ultra
Recharge T8 model renamed the T8 AWD plug-in hybrid
Minor updates to feature availability
Part of the second XC60 generation introduced for 2018

2025 Volvo XC60 Review

by Michael Cantu

rating written by Josh Sadlier

Overview

The XC60 is the middle child in Volvo's gas-powered SUV lineup. It slots between the smaller XC40 and the larger three-row XC90. The five-passenger luxury SUV is a solid alternative to its German and Japanese rivals. Although it has gone several years without a redesign, the XC60 remains competitive thanks to several updates over the years. A T8 AWD plug-in hybrid model offering an all-electric driving range and more power is available. For an Edmunds Expert Rating and more information on the T8 model, select "Plug-in Hybrid" in the dropdown menu in the Pricing box.

Edmunds spotlight: How good is the XC60?

Most of the XC60's rivals have been redesigned since the current generation launched in 2018, but the Volvo shouldn't be overlooked. It's still a compelling luxury SUV thanks to a long list of standard and available safety features, a solid Google-based infotainment system, and a cabin that provides among the most passenger and cargo space in its class. The XC60 is also luxurious, comfortable and well built. The T8 AWD plug-in hybrid model delivers robust power and a competitive electric driving range. On the downside, the XC60's interior is showing its age in a world with ever-growing display screens, and it lacks some of the advanced tech found in newer rivals. We also wish it provided a more engaging driving experience.

Competitors to consider

The XC60 competes in a segment that's packed with top-notch rivals like the BMW X3, which was redesigned for 2025, and the recently overhauled Mercedes-Benz GLC and Lexus RX. The Genesis GV70, which was introduced for 2022, is another excellent alternative. The Acura RDX and Audi Q5 are also showing their age like the XC60, yet they remain worthy competitors. If you're considering electric SUVs, check out the Cadillac Lyriq and the electric version of the GV70 called the Electrified GV70.

Which XC60 does Edmunds recommend?

Although most luxury-SUV shoppers will be happy with the generous list of features from the base Core trim, we recommend opting for the Plus trim for the added advanced driver aids that help make driving easier and safer. Upgrading to the Plus trim adds a 360-degree camera system, the Pilot Assist drive system, and front, rear and side parking sensors.

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Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart

Volvo XC60 models

The 2025 Volvo XC60 compact luxury SUV is offered in four trim levels: Core, Plus, Ultra and Polestar Engineered.

Two engines are available for the Core, Plus and Ultra trims. The base engine, called B5, is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a 48-volt mild hybrid system (247 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque). The plug-in hybrid version, called the T8 AWD, uses the same engine paired with a hybrid powertrain. The gas/electric combination (455 hp and 523 lb-ft) is aided by an 18.8-kWh battery, which helps the XC60 T8 offer an estimated 35 miles of electric-only range. Both engines pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive is standard. The Polestar Engineered is only available with the T8 AWD plug-in hybrid powertrain.

Core
The entry-level trim is well equipped with plenty of advanced tech and safety features. Standard feature highlights include:

18-inch wheels
Adaptive LED headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
Panoramic sunroof
Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors
Cloth or synthetic leather upholstery (depending on color)
Heated front seats
Google-based infotainment system with Google Maps navigation
Digital instrument cluster
9-inch infotainment display
Apple CarPlay connectivity
10-speaker audio system
Portable charging cable (T8 AWD plug-in hybrid only)

Standard advanced driver aids include:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the XC60 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Automatic reverse braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)

Plus
Stepping up to the Plus trim adds:

19-inch wheels
Synthetic leather
Cabin air purifier
Front, rear and side parking sensors
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the vehicle and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
Lane centering system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Pilot Assist (combines lane centering and adaptive cruise control functionality)

Ultra
The Ultra trim is the most luxurious model, with upgrades including:

20-inch wheels
Upgraded Nappa leather upholstery
Heated and ventilated front seats with additional thigh and side adjustments
Four-zone automatic climate control
Crystal gear selector knob
14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)

Polestar Engineered
The Polestar Engineered trim is the sporty alternative in the lineup and is only offered with the plug-in hybrid powertrain. Other upgrades include:

21-inch wheels with summer performance tires
Sport-tuned suspension
Adjustable Ohlins suspension dampers
Brembo brakes with gold-painted calipers
Additional front seat adjustments
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel
15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins premium audio

Multiple options are available depending on trim. All trims can opt for the Climate package, which includes:

Heated steering wheel
Heated rear seats
Headlight washers

The Ultra trim also offers the Black Edition package, which adds:

Onyx Black paint
21-inch black wheels
Gloss-black badges
Choice of charcoal leather or blended leather/textile upholstery

Stand-alone options include:

Power liftgate (all trims)
Integrated rear child-seat boosters (all trims)
Harman Kardon premium audio system (Plus)
Massaging front seats (Ultra)
15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system (Ultra)
Adaptive air suspension (Ultra)
22-inch wheels (Ultra and Polestar Engineered)

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