Car Reviews Volvo Xc 60
TheVolvo XC-60is a luxury family based SUV. It comes as standard with a 3.2 liter engine, and has 24 horsepower. It is a great vehicle for hauling and especially good if your looking for a family car. As well as the standard version the XC-60 also has a choice of Premier, Premier Plus, Platinum, R-Design Premier Plus, and R-Design Platinum Plus trims.
Prices vary according to the model, starting at $34,350 and going upwards to $48,950. As far as fuel economy goes your looking at 19 mpg in the city and 25 mpg while on the highway for the standard XC-60.
Most drivers agree that the optional turbocharger on the 2013 Volvo XC60 T6 has significantly more power than the standard engine. All versions of this vehicle have a standard six-speed automatic transmission, which seems to be very smooth. The turbo gets up to speed quickly with perfect acceleration. You will get 0-60 in the turbo version in just 6.9 seconds. The engine is quiet and smooth, but there are some complaints of a bumpy ride and under steer on certain models.
On the interior you will find quality materials with a lot of room to move. The black and beige two toned seats of the R-Design are particularly appealing. The soft and textured plastic surfaces are very fitting and there is also the option of authentic wood trim. The vehicle has spacious cargo space too, you'll find 30.8 cubic feet with all the seats in use. You can expect double that with the rear seats folded.
Standard interior features include, an 8 speaker stereo, Bluetooth; and satellite radio. Some optional features are; a DVD entertainment system, navigation system, and 12-speaker Dolby Pro-Logic Surround Sound system and a dual-screen. Optional safety features are; front and rear view cameras, adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, and more.
Overall, there have been improvements for the 2013 Volvo XC-60. If your looking for a durable family SUV with room and comfort this vehicle could be just right for your needs. With its available technology and high safety features the XC-60 is a great choice. Powerful for hauling and room in the rear for luggage it is also the perfect vehicle for road trips.
