The 2020 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic,New high-performance Polestar Engineered variant.T8 hybrid model gets small increase in EV range.12.3-inch digital dash display is now standard.
Pros Elegant interior and exterior styling Spacious second- and third-row seating for a midsize SUV Many standard safety technology features Available as a plug-in hybrid
Cons Not as fun to drive as most competitors Not as quiet as other cabins in the segment T8 Hybrid has touchy brakes that are hard to modulate
The 2020 Volvo XC60 ranked #6 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Volvo XC60 has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 16 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Posh interior with incredibly comfortable seats Lots of standard driver assistance features Good gas mileage Smooth ride
Cons Rivals are more agile and fun to drive
The 2019 Volvo XC60 is the full picture: advanced powertrains, gorgeous interior, subtle exterior.
Pros New, affordable front-wheel drive offering Gorgeous interior Competent powertrains Standard advanced safety features Logical and sharp touchscreen
Cons Can get pricey quickly Not especially fuel efficient without a plug Requires premium fuel It’s not in our driveway now
For 2019, the XC90 has no major powertrain updates but some new standard features and updated option packages. Every model now has updated infotainment software, third-row seating, heated washer nozzles, a 12-volt outlet in the cargo area, and four-zone climate control, among other things. The higher trim levels have a Harman/Kardon premium stereo, navigation, sun shades in the rear side windows, and a tailored dashboard and upper door panels. The headlight washing system and full LED headlights with automatic high-beams are no longer standard on the R-Design and Inscription.
Pros Astonishingly beautiful, solid driving dynamics, safety by Volvo.
Cons Can approach starter-home prices, minor powertrain flaws, base trim lacks the lineup's best features.
The 2019 Volvo XC90 is a standout effort from the Swedish brand, offering style, luxury, and practicality in a way many other luxury SUVs don’t.
Pros Svelte Swedish looks Less-is-more interior Tablet-like infotainment Wide variety of models and trims Standard safety tech
Cons Not worth six figures at top end Base powertrain lacks oomph Rear seats could use more support Questionable materials in places
The 2019 Volvo XC90 ranked #19 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Volvo XC90 has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 35 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Elegant interior quality Long list of standard safety and tech features Exceptional passenger space and cargo room
Cons Underwhelming base engine Unrefined transmission Below-average predicted reliability rating
