Textual content by Tom Appel
2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge AWD Final
Specs
Class: Premium Compact Crossover
Shade: Vivid Nightfall
Seating Capability: 5
Miles pushed: 190
| CG Report Card | |
|---|---|
| Room and Consolation | B+ |
| Energy and Efficiency | A- |
| Match and End | A |
| Gas Financial system | B+ |
| Worth | B- |
| Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. All grades are versus different automobiles in the identical class. Worth grade is for particular trim degree evaluated, and should not mirror Shopper Information’s impressions of your entire mannequin lineup. | |
| Large & Tall Consolation | |
| Large Man | A- |
| Tall Man | A- |
| Large & Tall consolation scores are for entrance seats solely. “Large” score based mostly on male tester weighing roughly 350 kilos, “Tall” score based mostly on 6’6″-tall male tester. | |
| Drivetrain | |
| Engine Specs | 455-horsepower 2.0-liter |
| Engine Sort | 4-cylinder turbocharged plug-in hybrid |
| Transmission | 8-speed computerized |
| Drive Wheels | AWD |
Actual-world gas financial system: 37.4 mpg
Driving combine: 65% metropolis, 35% freeway
EPA-estimated gas financial system: 63 MPGe/28 mpg (metropolis/freeway mixed)
Gas kind: Premium gasoline really helpful
Base worth: $67,850 (not together with $1195 vacation spot cost)
Choices: Local weather Bundle ($750), Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system ($3200), Acitive Chassis with Air Suspension ($1800), 22-inch black-finish alloy wheels ($1475),
Value as examined: $76,270
Professionals and Cons
The good: Plug-in hybrid effectivity, lovely cabin, refined driving expertise
The nice: Roomy cabin, loads of energy
The not so good: Dear in Final trim, requires premium gasoline, not particularly sporty
Evaluate
With electric-vehicle gross sales development slowing, carmakers are scrambling to make out there within the U.S. extra hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) automobiles. Globally, particularly in China, PHEV vehicles and vans have caught fireplace (metaphorically) as they supply shoppers with an EV-like expertise with out the trouble of getting to seek out charging services on longer journeys.
In contrast to many different carmakers, Volvo has already developed a number of PHEV fashions on the market within the U.S. and across the globe. Forward of the sport, 40 p.c of Volvos offered within the U.S. in 2023 had been both electrical or plug-in hybrid. For 2024, Volvo lineup contains 5 PHEV fashions together with:
- XC90 Recharge midsize crossover
- XC60 Recharge compact crossover
- S90 Recharge midsize sedan
- S60 Recharge compact sedan
- V60 Polestar Engineered high-performance compact wagon
All PHEV Volvos include an 18.8-kWh battery, normal AWD, and between 32 and 41 miles of battery vary.
Shopper Information not too long ago spent per week behind the wheel of a 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge in Final “Darkish Theme” trim with Vivid Nightfall paint. All informed, our take a look at automobile topped out at $76,270, this with just about each choice out there.
For 2024, the XC60 Recharge is obtainable in base trim (beginning round $61,000) and Black Version (additionally described by Volvo as Black Theme) (round $72,000). The bottom can be supplied in Final Version trim, which is basically the Black Version minus the black-out exterior trim bits.
Energy comes from Volvo’s branded T8 drivetrain. In brief, a 312-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine is paired with a single 143-horsepower electrical motor. The 2 energy sources mix for s stout 445 horsepower. In regular driving, the system will propel the automobile utilizing simply the electrical motor till the battery is depleted (35 miles, per the EPA). At the moment, the car will function like a traditional hybrid, drawing electrical power recaptured throughout routine braking. All Volvo Recharge fashions make use of a typical 8-speed computerized transmission.
The system works very effectively, and is extraordinarily quiet and refined operating on battery energy alone. Hit the gasoline for a fast getaway, and the gasoline engine kicks in to complement the electrical motor. Mixed, the engine and motor ship stunning energy, making the XC60 recharge one of many quickest automobiles within the compact luxury-crossover section.
If there’s a draw back to the T8 PHEV system, its that the gasoline engine desires for refinement, and could be course at idle and in low-speed operation. This isn’t a compelling subject, however 4-cylinder engines present in aggressive small crossovers are typically smoother and quieter in operation. In Shopper Information testing, over roughly 190 miles, our take a look at XC60 Recharge returned about 37 mpg, this with one full battery cost. Had we restricted our analysis to only editors near the workplace–and charged daily–we’d have used no gas in any respect throughout our analysis.
In contrast to different European crossovers, Volvo tunes the suspensions of its automobiles extra for consolation than for efficiency, and result’s a quiet, refined, simple to pilot car that suffers from steering that feels a bit of too gentle, and dealing with that is nice, however not curvy-road inspiring. And, that’s simply enjoyable with us. For many metropolis and suburban commuters, the Volvo’s tranquil in-traffic expertise will show each pleasant and stress-free. However, in case you’re used to driving a BMW X3, or Audi Q3, you can find the Volvo a bit of flaccid.
Whereas the Genesis GV70 most likely “out-luxuries” the XC60 for the all-out premium-cabin award, the Volvo’s open, ethereal, and clear sophistication has its deserves. The Volvo’s inside is each elegant and easy, however nonetheless looks like the inside of an costly European crossover.
Because of large door openings, the XC60 entrance row is straightforward to enter and exit, and can be loads roomy as soon as located. Likewise, the rear seat is spacious and comfy. Our take a look at car was fitted with Volvo’s wool seating surfaces, that are a refreshing different to leather-based, and seem simply as upscale. We don’t know if sellers inventory examples with the wool cabin, however suppose critical customers owe it to themselves to take a look.
Additionally, the $3200 Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system—which is an improve of the usual Harman Kardon system, is value understanding about in case you are critical about your music. This editor favors mid-century American jazz, and located the B&W system to be completely fabulous.
The XC60 was refreshed for 2023, so there have been few updates for 2024. For 2025, fashions known as Final turn into “Extremely,” and the PHEV fashions known as Recharge will merely be known as PHEV. It seems that totally electrical fashions will retail the Recharge moniker.
At greater than $76,000, our take a look at XC60 Recharge is available in as expensive for the section. That mentioned, there may be loads of official consolation, expertise, and efficiency to justify the worth. That mentioned, we propose trying on the less-pricey base XC60 Recharge, which options the identical powertrain, simply much less gear—and isn’t out there with the cool wool seats.
Not able to go electrical, however eager to affix the electrification motion? In case you are critical about plugging in every day, we advocate testing the XC60 Recharge. It’s elegant, comfy, and inexperienced. What’s to not love?
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