Volvo V60 Cross Country 2020

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Two engines are offered in the 2020 V60 lineup: Cars wearing the T5 badge are powered by a 250-hp turbocharged four-cylinder and come with front-wheel drive in all but the Cross Country model, which comes exclusively with all-wheel drive. When we tested the T5 powertrain, we found it to be a strong performer, with a 60-mph time of 6.4 seconds. As long as you're not pushing it too hard, the V60 feels agile and responsive through corners. The ride is firm, particularly on models equipped with the optional Sport suspension and 19-inch wheels. The souped-up V60 T8 Polestar comes with a 415-hp hybrid powertrain that pairs a turbo- and supercharged four-cylinder with electric motors and all-wheel drive. This arrangement is far quicker than the T5 model, leaping to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds. The T8 Polestar also comes with a manually adjustable suspension—something driving enthusiasts will think is cool—so the owner can dial in the car's riding behavior to his or her preference.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The front-wheel-drive T5 models earn EPA fuel-economy ratings of 23 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined. In comparison, the all-wheel-drive Cross Country loses some efficiency, rated at 22 city, 31 highway, and 25 combined. Despite being the lineup's performance-oriented model, the V60 T8 Polestar's plug-in-hybrid powertrain is fairly efficient, earning a highway fuel-economy rating of 30 mpg with up to 22 miles of claimed electric-only driving range, which we were able to replicate in our testing. On our 200-mile highway fuel-economy test route, the T8 Polestar delivered 31 mpg.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Volvo has been doing some great interiors lately, and the V60's is no exception, largely mimicking those of the S60 sedan and the XC60 SUV. The cabin is spacious, the seats are comfortable, and the design is undeniably upscale. But Volvo's minimalist approach means that many controls are hidden away inside the infotainment system. Like other Volvos of this vintage, the cabin looks and feels more expensive than it is, which makes it all the more impressive. Cargo capacity is great, too, something we expect from a station wagon. In our testing, we fit eight carry-on suitcases behind the rear seats and a total of 22 with the seats folded. For reference, the A4 Allroad fit two fewer carry-ons in both tests.

Infotainment and Connectivity

We've experienced significant—and significantly annoying—lag times with Volvo's Sensus infotainment system, particularly within the first few minutes of starting the car. Until the screen wakes up, you can't adjust the climate control, set a destination in the navigation, or change the radio station. Once it does, though, it's smooth sailing. The simple and intuitive nature of the interface makes it easy to operate while driving, so you take the good with the bad.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have not released crash-test results for the V60, but Volvo's safety-focused ethos means driver-assistance features such as lane-keeping assist, automated emergency braking, and other collision-avoidance technologies are standard. Key safety features include:

Volvo V60 Cross Country

Rs45.0 Lakh * Estimated Price

Expected launch aug 08, 2020

Header Ads

Volvo V60 Cross Country 2020 | Volvo V60 Cross Country Price