Volvo XC60

Exterior

The Volvo XC60 new model looks nothing short of stunning. At the front, it boasts of a bold, chrome vertical-slat grille. Just like all the other recent models, the XC60 too gets the Thor Hammer LED headlamps. There are lots of smooth surfaces and clean lines that give it a very refreshing persona. Along the sides, the shoulder line gets more prominent as it goes all the way to the rear, and the lower half of the doors get a sharp indent. The XC60 gets attractive 19-inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels. At the rear, the L-shaped tail lamps look fantastic, while the chrome-tipped dual exhausts look quite sporty.

Variants

The Volvo XC60 variants are as follows: Inscription. Features include a 9.0-inch touchscreen unit, climate control, auto hold function, a 12.3-inch TFT instrument cluster, head-up display, panoramic sunroof, cooled/heated front seats that get a massage function, a Bowers and Wilkins sound system, steering-mounted paddle-shifters, lane departure warning, semi-automatic parking, blind-spot assist and a 360-degree camera. On the safety front, it gets adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping aid and multiple airbags.

Interior

On the inside, the XC60 looks identical to other Volvo cars – like the steering, for instance. The levels of fit and finish are top-notch (just as you would expect from the segment and Volvo XC60 on-road price); the dashboard is covered in black Nappa leather on the top with soft plastics on the lower half and a wood finish in the middle. There are three options for the colour of the upholstery: Amber, Maroon Brown and Blond. The seats at the front and rear provide ample support, while the driver and passenger are pampered by ventilated sets with a massage function, while occupants at the rear get heated seats. Headroom and legroom aren't an issue either.

Engine Specification & Performance

The new Volvo XC60 is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine that produces 232bhp and 480Nm of torque. Paired to the engine is an 8-speed automatic gearbox. Power delivery from the engine is linear, and despite its near two-ton weight, it feels pretty quick. The engine is also very refined, and this motor never feels strained, with absolutely no noise finding its way into the cabin. The transmission shifts seamlessly, but it isn't all that quick. Thanks to the air-suspension all around, the XC60 offers fantastic ride quality.

Mileage

The Volvo XC60's ARAI-certified fuel efficiency figure is rated at 11kmpl for the diesel model.