2026 Volvo XC60
Price Range: $49,700 - $79,800
2026 Volvo XC60





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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
What’s new
- Minor exterior refresh includes new grille and wheel designs
- Larger infotainment touchscreen running new software
- Part of the second XC60 generation introduced for 2018
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2026 Volvo XC60 pricing in Decatur, GA
Edmunds suggests you pay
- B5 Core$44,921for B5 Core trim
- B5 PlusMost Popular$49,102for B5 Plus trim
- B5 Ultra$54,409for B5 Ultra trim
- B5 Ultra Black Edition$55,847for B5 Ultra Black Edition trim
- T8 Core$58,735for T8 Core trim
- T8 Plus$62,980for T8 Plus trim
- T8 Ultra$68,094for T8 Ultra trim
- T8 Ultra Black Edition$69,510for T8 Ultra Black Edition trim
- T8 Polestar Engineered$76,486for T8 Polestar Engineered trim
2026 Volvo XC60 Review
Overview

The XC60 sits in the middle of Volvo's SUV lineup, but it's sized and priced toward the smaller end of the luxury SUV spectrum. It prioritizes comfort over the athleticism favored by many others in its class, boasting exceptionally comfortable seats front and rear and a spacious cargo hold. It also undercuts many competitors on price.
Edmunds spotlight: Explaining the powertrain designations
Volvo offers the XC60 with two powertrain options, dubbed B5 and T8. Volvo offered both five-cylinder and V8 engines in the past, but the B5 and T8 are not those; both are turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinders. In the plug-in hybrid T8, however, the turbo-four is assisted by an electric motor that helps it achieve the sort of output — 455 horsepower — and straight-line speed often associated with V8 engines. The T8 also offers 35 miles of electric range.
Competitors to consider
The small SUV segment is packed with entries from nearly every luxury brand, from Acura and Audi to Lexus, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. The BMW X3 offers a choice of powerful engines paired with agile handling, while the Genesis GV70 delivers its brand's trademark value in a rakish coupe body style. The Volvo XC60 hasn't been redesigned in eight years, though its Scandinavian shape still looks fresh — and comfort never goes out of style.
Which XC60 trim does Edmunds recommend?
Relatively small price increases separate the XC60's three trim levels, so if there's wiggle room in the budget, the leap to the range-topping Ultra is worthwhile. It nets meaningful comfort, luxury and tech upgrades such as ventilated front seats, Nappa leather upholstery and a 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.
Compare 2026 Volvo XC60 trim levels
Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart
Volvo XC60 models
The 2026 Volvo XC60 compact luxury SUV is offered in four trim levels: Core, Plus, Ultra and Polestar Engineered. The Core, Plus and Ultra trims can be had with either the base B5 engine or the T8 plug-in. An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard with both.
The 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 T8 is a plug-in hybrid that uses the same engine, supplemented by an electric motor that boosts output to 455 hp and 523 lb-ft. An 18.8-kWh battery provides an estimated 35 miles of electric range. The Polestar Engineered is only available with the potent plug-in powertrain.
Core
The entry-level trim is well equipped with plenty of advanced tech and safety features. Standard equipment includes:
- 18-inch wheels
- Adaptive LED headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
- Panoramic sunroof
- Power liftgate
- Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Google-based infotainment system with Google Maps navigation
- Digital instrument cluster
- 11.2-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)
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the XC60 and the car in front)
- Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
- Automatic reverse braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Plus
Stepping up to the Plus trim adds:
- 19-inch wheels
- 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)
- 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)
- Side parking sensors
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
- Sport-tuned suspension
- Adjustable Öhlins suspension dampers
- Akebono brakes with gold-painted calipers
- Front sport seats
- 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:
- 21-inch black wheels
- Gloss black badges
- Choice of charcoal leather or blended leather/textile upholstery
Stand-alone options include:
- Integrated rear child-seat boosters (all trims)
- Massaging front seats (Ultra)
- 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system (Plus)
- 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system (Ultra)
- Adaptive air suspension (Ultra)
- 22-inch wheels (Ultra and Polestar Engineered)
Volvo XC60 Owner Reviews
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2024 XC60 12v critical charge problem
1 out of 5 starsJacqueline , 10/20/2023
2024 Volvo XC60 B5 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
Bought a beautiful 2024 Volvo XC60 fully loaded. A dream car…. Wait.. I mean nightmare car. Four days after I got it 12 v critical charge alert came in along with engine light. When I called … I was actually told to drive the car the weekend ( knowing that I was taking my family three hours away that very day 😳) Told them NO. I would be coming in immediately. Got the car back Monday … afternoon. Said it needed a system update and total recharge of the battery. Well ….. two weeks later SAME thing once again !!! Actually told me they don’t know what’s wrong 🫤. This is SO disappointing. And from what I’m reading on many threads… this has been going on for a couple years … not new just to my 2024, and yet Volvo still has NO ANSWER. Very VERY unhappy new Volvo owner 😡
First Month Experience
4 out of 5 starsRGC Orlando, FL, 03/01/2024
2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge T8 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
My only extras are massage seats, climate package and 21" wheels. The fit and finish on the vehicle is great. Handles solidly with a good sense of traction on the road. It takes corners nicely. The steering is more to the luxury feel which is my preference. As for ride I live on a brick street and it handles them smoothly. Very quiet. Great get up and go with the engine! EV range has … been exceeding advertised at 44mpe. Both front and rear seats are EXTREMELY comfortable. The massage seats are superior to my the BMW 530e I traded and almost as good as my previous Nautilus. The Google Info system has been seemless for my needs. The Volvo app functions nicely. The vehicle seat height is at the sweet spot between the low sedan and high large SUVs.
Overall interior materials are highend with the exception of a few panels which are hard plastic, center console sides, glove compartment door, side door pockets and ceiling hand pulls. A vehicle at this price point I think this is subpar. If you can touch it, it should have a quality feel. If safety is a priority then the rear passenger windows should lower all the way down in case you need to climb out in an emergency.
A few features missing in my opinion are power adjustable steering wheel, specific tire pressure display, configurable interior theme lighting, wireless phone charger and wireless CarPlay.
The showroom sales experience at 2 different dealers was low pressure and respectful which could be a nod to Volvo philosophy perhaps.
Overall currently enjoying the vehicle.
A Toyota/Lexus Owner Converts to Volvo
5 out of 5 starsKate, 03/28/2024
2024 Volvo XC60 B5 Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
After driving Japanese cars for 20 years, I was hesitant to give up the reliability and residual value, but I must say...I love my new Volvo so far. Very comfortable seats, smooth and solid ride...yet I didn't have to slow down to 7 mph on exit ramps anymore. The criticism of the Google driven infotainment seems to be unfounded. It is 100 times easier to navigate than the system in my … last Highlander (pre-AndroidAuto). She looks pretty nice too!
So far good after a minor issue
4 out of 5 starsIllusive, 12/28/2023
2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge T8 Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
After fixing a loose proximity sensor issue in rear bumper the car has been running fine. The Google auto is really nice. However it needed rebooting the system (holding the button for 10 sec). Other than that the hybrid XC-60 Plug in drives really nice. We did a couple of long trips on it and the ride was very comfortable and relaxing. The plug in is really powerful and quick
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2026 Volvo XC60, so we've included reviews for other years of the XC60 since its last redesign.