Extraordinary steps ahead of the previous model . Lower than five centimeters, longer than nine, with the same width the new Volvo XC60 succeeds in the extraordinary intent of redefining the proportions. Compared to the XC90, these are all well-liked, so that after having seen the interior, only those who have higher load requirements, whether they are passengers or luggage, will have to choose Volvo XC90 instead of Volvo XC60. In the blue oil color available to us, with the 20-inch rims, the new XC60 sees uplighted the existing Thor-shaped LED light-shields already seen on the 90 's . The mask is impact, it hides the adaptive cruise control radar, while safety attention also moves on the windshield where the emergency braking camera (but not only) takes place. There are also cameras available in front of 360 degree view, while on the side are the big windows, the keyless entry and the design that is particularly well-suited to make the tallest occupants comfortable with their heads. Not even the huge open roof that brings brightness into the passenger compartment. Behind here comes the design of the headlights seen on the latest Volvo, with an opening mechanism for the electric trunk , and the ability to close the locks as well as to raise and lower the loading threshold due to the pneumatic suspension.
Interior
Another car, compared to the old Volvo XC60. Warning: The 2008 model was certainly not bad, but here is the tangible turn to the premium universe. Skins are of great quality, as well as opaque wood and in general all the materials used for assembling a dashboard designed with taste. At the center puts the big tablet that at first seems a little complicated to use; not so much for touchscreen technology, in fact capacitive, as for the many items included and the features available. One must remember that it should be treated exactly as a tablet , and move in the four directions. For the rest, we have compatibility with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but the central one is not the only display available. In front of the driver's eyes, in fact, puts in place a large LCD that provides, in addition to the information on the on-board computer, the large map. In order to better manage the display between tachometer and tachometer there are the controls on the steering wheel, and here too we have unfortunately no immediacy in their use. There is a period of study to use the system at its best, also because the steering wheel passes the activation of the pilot assist and the adaptive cruise, good in an ecosystem of great attention to driving safety. The driver occupies an armchair rather than a driving seat: it can handle everything electrically, from the length of the seat to the lumbar protector up to the width of the back flank. The steering wheel, on the other hand, has a good depth and height hike, but it must be handled manually. The central tunnel has been raised from the past, and offers several well-furnished rooms in a very elegant way. The passenger compartment on the passenger side is large and easy to reach. Passenger's driver's position is also from business class, as well as rear seat seats, which offer easy Isofix couplings and also air conditioning, as well as a 12v power outlet. The luggage compartment guarantees a load capacity of more than 1400 liters, has inside the wheel and a belt to secure small items.
Engines
4 cylinders in line, permanent full drive and 2.0 liters of displacement also for the D5, the most powerful engine offering on Volvo XC60 in diesel key. We have a monstre pair of 480 Nm and 235 horses, which also means performance. The acceleration from zero to one hundred sets the speed in 7.2 seconds , and the maximum speed is 220 kilometers per hour. The driving mode switch changes the car's soul by lifting and lowering the pneumatic suspension. In sports mode we have a drier car, and a faster engine response. Consumption is not bad: 11 kilometers in the city with one liter of diesel , 16 on the freeway, 18 if we drive at 110 hours. Emergency braking generates an obvious pronounced pitch, but luckily the stopping spaces are not abundant, as well as the force to be applied to the brake pedal.
Driving sensations
Driving this XC60, but also aboard, is a pleasure . We have an 8-speed automatic transmission, but it's not very intelligent. Compared to the past we have a step forward, no matter what, but still some margin of growth is there. The positive value is given by the fact that we do not have heavy vibrations when we come back from the start and stop, and we also do not have the uncomfortable bus effect that a car of this size might think to find . No, it's just that we would have liked it a bit more dynamic in the sporting phase, though the rewarding attitude to driving this car is a soft setting for pleasure and uniformity. Steering does not get harder than so, not in sportswear, but the crown has the right size. The behavior he is convinced is determined by the pneumatic suspension, which raises the car in off-road mode so it does not even seem to drive in wading or muddy trails, and that it lowers the air and makes it easy to drive highway, where there are no loads in the big curves and where the seal is granitic, even pure all-wheel drive. Even the Volvo XC60 off-road vehicle behaves very well , leaving a great soundproofing inside that helps conversation even at high speeds.
Active security systems
Many, and all are well-functioning. It goes from the pilot assistance that also acts in the city on steering wheel and steering by braking and accelerating the car , the blind angle sensor, the active lane assistant, to the adaptive cruise control that leads to the arrest of the car, the anti-collision braking in the city. Volvo continues to sail with its Vision2020 , which we have already told you for a long time.
Other optional
Let us first say what is missing: nothing. There is the split automatic air conditioning system with which you can also handle the rear seat area, there is the 360 degree camera that is absolutely taken in spite of the cost, there is the sunroof that brings brightness to the car, there are the full led lights , boot lid hatch, and opaque wood inserts that result in a sense of tangible exclusivity. Sure, all these things cost, but we would not even leave the refreshed and heated seats back!
Target, prices and conclusions
Families with two children, the exclusive captain who does not need the XC90 size. This new Volvo XC60 exudes luxury in everything and everything, and the price goes in that way: it starts at 51,000 euros and comes to over 61 of our Inscription version. With all of the options we've told you, we're paying 71,000 euros , a price that brings XC60 to a luxury and battle segment, but you can win it. If we did not understand it, we liked it. Very. Very much.
Plus
+ Design
+ Driving Experience
+ Premium feeling
Minus
- Good but not perfect exchange
- Many commands to learn
Voting
8.5
Specification
Engine in
Cylinder Engine displacement: 2.0 turbo diesel
Cylinder number: 4 in line
Power: 235 horsemen
Pair: 480 Nm at 1750 rpm
Gearbox: 8-speed automatic
Traction: permanent integral
Power consumption km / liter: 11 in cities, 16 to 130, 18 in 110 Hours
CO2 emissions per km: 144 grams
Performance:
Maximum speed: 220 km
0-100 hours : 7.2 seconds
Measures:
Length / Width / Height in cm: 469/190/166
Pitch: 287 cm
Cargo: 505-1432 liters
Tires: 20 inches
Weight: 1879 Kilograms
