2018 Volvo XC60 review, road test

Luxuriously appointed, smart-looking and relaxing to drive, the new XC60 is a serious contender in its segment.

Published on Mar 15, 2018 02:43:00 PM

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It isn’t the last word in refinement but the engine delivers its power in an effortless and fuss-free manner.

Air-sprung suspension delivers good high-speed stability.

Tech Specs

Price	Diesel AT
Ex-showroom - Delhi	Rs 55.90 lakh (ex-showroom, India)
Warranty	2 years/unlimited km
Engine	Diesel AT
Fuel Type / Propulsion	Diesel
Engine Installation	Front, transverse
Type	4 cyls
Cubic Capacity (cc)	1969cc
Bore/Stroke (mm)	82/93.2 mm
Compression Ratio	15.8:1
Valve Train	4 valves per cyl, DOHC
Max Power (hp @ rpm)	235hp at 4000rpm
Max Torque (Nm @ rpm)	480Nm at 2900-3700rpm
Power to Weight Ratio (hp/tonne)	125hp per tonne
Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/tonne)	255Nm per tonne
Specific Output (hp/litre)	119hp per litre
Transmission	Diesel AT
Drive Layout	All-wheel drive
Gearbox Type	Automatic
No of Gears	8
Shifting Mechanism	Paddle shifters
1st Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	5.250/7.758
2nd Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	3.029/13.44
3rd Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	1.950/20.88
4th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	1.457/27.95
5th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	1.221/33.36
6th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	1.000/40.73
7th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	0.809/50.34
8th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	0.673/60.52
Final Drive Ratio	3.329:1
Braking	Diesel AT
80 - 0 kph (mts, sec)	25.49m, 2.70s
Efficiency	Diesel AT
City (kpl)	10.0kpl
Highway (kpl)	14.31kpl
Tank size (lts)	71 litres
Acceleration	Diesel AT
0 - 10 kph (sec)	0.48s
0 - 20 kph (sec)	0.91s
0 - 30 kph (sec)	1.53s
0 - 40 kph (sec)	2.19s
0 - 50 kph (sec)	2.90s
0 - 60 kph (sec)	3.71s
0 - 70 kph (sec)	4.69s
0 - 80 kph (sec)	5.75s
0 - 90 kph (sec)	6.93s
0 - 100 kph (sec)	8.36s
0 - 110 kph (sec)	9.92s
0 - 120 kph (sec)	11.62s
0 - 130 kph (sec)	13.60s
0 - 140 kph (sec)	15.69s
1/4 mile (sec)	16.26s
20-80kph (sec)	5.11s (in kickdown)
40-100kph (sec)	6.41s (in kickdown)
Max speeds in gear	Diesel AT
1st (kph @rpm)	34kph at 4400rpm
2nd (kph @rpm)	57kph at 4200rpm
3rd (kph @rpm)	89kph at 4300rpm
4th (kph @rpm)	119kph at 4300rpm
5th (kph @rpm)	148kph at 4400rpm
6th (kph @rpm)	179kph at 4400rpm*
7th (kph @rpm)	220kph at 4400rpm*
8th (kph @rpm)	230kph at 3800rpm*
Noise Level	Diesel AT
Idle (dB)	44.5dB
Idle with AC blower at half (dB)	47.6dB
Full Revs, AC off (dB)	58.5dB
50 kph AC off (dB)	52.5dB
80 kph AC off (dB)	61.9dB
Body	Diesel AT
Construction	Five-door, monocoque
Weight (kg)	1879 kg
Front Tyre	235/55 R19
Rear Tyre	235/55 R19
Spare Tyre	Space saver
Suspension	Diesel AT
Front	Independent, double wishbone, air springs
Rear	Independent, air springs, anti-roll bar
Steering	Diesel AT
Type	Rack and pinion
Type of power assist	Electric
Turning Circle Diameter (mts)	11.4m
Brakes	Diesel AT
Front	Discs
Rear	Discs
Interior	Diesel AT
Heated / Cooled Seats	Yes
Seat upholstery	Nappa leather
Massage function seats	Front
HVAC type	4-zone climate control
Rear AC vents	Yes
Power Windows	Yes
Touchscreen	9-inch
Sunroof	Yes
Dimensions	Diesel AT
Length	4688mm
Width (mm)	1902mm
Height	1658mm
Wheel base	2865mm
Front Track (mm)	1653mm
Rear Track (mm)	1657mm
Rear Interior Width (mm)	1440mm
Ground Clearance (mm)	223mm
Boot Capacity (Lts)	505 litres
Exterior	Diesel AT
Headlamp type	Active LED
Automatic headlamps	Yes
360 degree camera	Yes