The Swedish brand Volvo has an ambiguous position in the global automotive industry. On the one hand, even some experts attribute the brand to premium, and on the other, to direct rivalry with flagships of the Mercedes level, for example, the best representatives of the brand do not pull. The difference is certainly in quality. However, Scandinavian products cannot be denied one thing - the expression of an individual style, which has recently been manifested in the technological support of models.
This is also confirmed by the reviews of the owners of Volvo XC60. People are delighted with the electronic assistants that the car received to help the driver, as well as the enhanced communication capabilities in the cabin. But, of course, this is not enough to understand what constitutes the almost cross-cult XC60 crossover.
Model Overview
The model is a crossover that can be positioned as a middle class, but with a hint of luxury. The car realized the special art of the Swedes to use inexpensive materials so that they look luxurious. And we are not even talking about the external gloss, but about strength, the absence of backlash in the decoration, etc. True, the materials themselves cannot be called absolutely cheap. Moreover, with each restyling, the number of pleasant trifles is only added, as evidenced by the latest version of the Volvo XC60 2016 family.
Owner reviews point to individual panels of the center console and shift paddles. The materials are represented precisely by wood and metal, and not by plastic imitation of natural details. In motion, the crossover is also enjoyable. The developers coped with the tasks of noise insulation, as usual, at the highest level implemented ergonomics of control and did not forget about the comfort in the cabin.
Main characteristics
The car is subject to the requirements of a family citizen, who periodically decides to spend time comfortably in nature or in the country. In general, the feedback from the owners of the Volvo XC60 suggests that the creators managed to implement everything necessary for such requests in the car. According to the technical characteristics presented below, it is possible to evaluate in more detail the conformity of the machine to specific needs:
- Dimensions - 171.3 cm in height, 464.4 cm in length and 189.1 cm in width.
- Width with side mirrors - 212 cm.
- Front track - 163.2 cm.
- Back track - 158.6 cm.
- Wheel platform - 277.4 cm.
- U-turn in diameter - 1170 cm.
- The mass of the crossover in equipment is 1.7 tons.
- The weight of the cargo on the roof is 100 kg.
- The volume of the tank is 70 liters.
- The volume of the luggage compartment is 650 liters.
- The mass of the trailer is 1.6 tons.
Engine specifications
The nature of equipping the crossover with power units can be called truly European. Mostly the model receives diesel engines, which are less popular in Russia. But, as the practice of operation shows, heavy fuel very organically interacts with the potential of Volvo XC60. Reviews of diesel owners are praised in many aspects - for example, its moderate consumption is noted, as well as the sufficient maneuverability of the vehicle that uses it.
So, in the first basic versions, models of power units of the D5 series were offered. One of these representatives provided a capacity of 175 liters. s., but later it was updated due to the unit with a return of 215 “horses”. Over time, the lineup was supplemented with D3 and D4 settings. Actually, the second option is of greatest interest to this day. Suffice it to say that the feedback from the owners of the Volvo XC60 2.4 diesel engine is 163 liters. from. They consider it as the optimal solution precisely from the point of view of universal operation, on which the crossover was calculated. At the same time, a turbodiesel does not completely close the gamut volume. The lower link is a 2 liter turbo engine that produces 136 “horses”.
Fuel consumption indicators
If you compare the car with the average performance in the class, the result will seem more than attractive. So, the consumption of diesel versions varies from 5.6 to 6.4 liters. Of course, this is official data, but the actual practice of operation is close to the indicated figures. The indicators of the traditional versions of the Volvo XC60 also look rather optimistic. Responses of owners of gasoline praise more than diesel, but in comparison with the economy of consumption, such engines outperform competitors. For example, an engine for 249 liters. from. on average spends 9.6 liters per "hundred". Models equipped with a power plant for 304 liters. with., consume 10.7 liters.
Positive feedback about the model
The first thing that the owners of the Swedish crossover note is the ease of control and the overall behavior of the car on the road. The car is responsive, stable and fully predictable. It is worth noting another characteristic feature of the brand - total concern for security. Oddly enough, not all fans of the brand are happy with this fact, but it is clear that the abundance of electronic assistants is rarely harmful.
Special attention should be paid to the Volvo XC60 2015 version. Owner reviews note the many advantages of the Sensus Connect infotainment complex. The crossover received this system in restyling of 2015, and in addition, several useful options. Even by today's standards, this equipment looks more than modern, surprising by its manufacturability and functionality.
Negative reviews
There are few weaknesses in the Scandinavian crossover. First of all, it’s still hard materials. They are natural, high-quality arranged and pleasing with their appearance, but still far from the premium class. The technical and construction platform of the machine is lame in places. As noted by the owners of the Volvo XC60, the developers have not enough calculated the interaction nodes of the power filling with the working units in the form of an accelerator and a steering wheel. However, such subtleties are more likely visible to professionals. For the middle class they do not have much significance.
Conclusion
Already at the first acquaintance with the car, the thought may arise about his belonging to the luxury class. This is hinted at by the presentable appearance of the exterior, and trim in the cabin, as well as behavior on the road. Moreover, the reviews of the owners of the Volvo XC60 indicate that they still have this perception in the process of further operation.
What can give grounds for disappointment in such a vision of the “Swede”? First of all, the creation of the car was still based on the elemental foundation of the middle level. In addition, the model cannot surprise the owner with high-quality discs, materials of manufacture of the main structure and outstanding traction qualities. At the same time, for motorists who just want to have a reliable, easy-to-drive and simply beautiful model in the garage, this option is quite suitable. In any case, the variety of restyled versions, optional software and modifications allows any lover of mid-size crossovers to find the optimal solution.