New Volvo XC60: You won't believe what's changed inside!
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- čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
- This is the Volvo XC60, and Mat’s about to find out if it’s as good in 2023 as it was when it was first released in 2017!
Well for starters, let’s take a look at the design. If we’re being honest, it hasn’t changed all that much from the original 2017 edition… But that’s not necessarily a bad thing! It’s got a good-looking, well proportioned side profile, and certain areas come with smart looking chrome trim, such as around the grille at the front. There is the option to swap this for black trim, but we’d definitely choose to keep the chrome!
Take a step inside and it’s a similar story with the design of the outside - it’s all pretty similar to how it was back in 2017. The portrait style infotainment system remains, although we’re not the biggest fan of it, given all controls are managed via the touchscreen. Thankfully though it’s surrounded by soft touch materials throughout the cabin, apart from the odd bit of scratchy plastic dotted around. The latest version of the XC60 also comes with a full digital dial drivers display!
There are a number of engines to choose from. There’s a 2-litre diesel with 197hp, or a 2-litre turbo petrol with 250hp. There are also two plug-in hybrid editions that make use of the 2-litre turbo petrol, with the range-topper delivering 455hp. Each comes with a 14kWh battery pack and the ability to drive on electric power alone for up to 43 miles.
When it comes to the price, an entry-level XC60 starts from just under £48,000, rising all the way up to around £68,000! So given the design has hardly changed in the last few years, is it really worth it? Or should you go for something like a Mercedes GLC or Audi Q5 instead? Let us know in the COMMENTS!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:33 Design
02:36 Interior
05:57 Back Seats
07:40 Boot
09:03 5 Annoying Things
10:47 5 Cool Things
12:44 Engines
13:48 Town Driving
16:00 Motorway Driving
17:40 Country Road Driving
19:06 0-60mph
19:36 Verdict
Mat’s XC60 choice: bit.ly/Mats-XC60-Choice
Audi Q5 review: bit.ly/Audi-Q5-Review-2023
Mercedes GLC review: bit.ly/Mercedes-GLC-Review-2023
Lexus NX review: bit.ly/Lexus-NX-Review-2023
Sell your car with carwow: bit.ly/Buy-Sell-WOW - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Would you pick an XC60 over a GLC or Q5?!
ye
yes
Q5
Of course because of the design but I will still pick a glc.
whats a GLC?
This channel needs to get back to reviews. Drag races are cool, but I still think the reviews are the best part of this channel
@@user-sk1le4yl6g What are you on about, it's new :D. It's just the car that is quite old so it's the 2nd review of it already.
I gotta say, the pace of this review is very good. Going through the details of things as though it would be someone who's using the vehicle versus rushing through all the features. Really appreciate the timing of this one 🙌.
The pace is as quick as Lexus NX.
There's a reason they have 8mil+ subs
When my family went car shopping, I steered my mom into the volvo dealership after looking at a tesla model y and she instantly fell in love with the xc60 and forgot about the tesla. I think that was a good move on my part
Wait we did the same thing, but I told my dad to choose the Tesla model y lmao.
How is going for an ICE car a good move versus an EV?
@@lucaandreamifsudbuhagiar9375 The ICE will always be better.
@@milbin1795 Even though you (or family) own a Tesla Model Y?
EV’s are soulless , and not everyone would be able to own one the demand for charging would be impossible to cover and its time consuming. I don’t think ICE will be going just yet , not when someone releases Hydrogen cars.
This gen design of Volvo is really timeless its absolutely lovely
Can't really claim timeless on a 7 year old design. Wait another 13 years then let's see
No, just no..!
It’s effing ugly from behind!
It was ugly when new, it is uglier now 7 years later, and will be even uglier in the future…
The first gen xc60 is timeless in design if we are honest!
Not this gen!
U.S. too
Last year I convinced my dad to buy the this car. I felt so proud and really love the car. I remember showing him your original vid of the 2017 model. He got the 2021 momentum model, it is really great. Thanks for the great content and humour!
Agreed.
My dad got a Volvo S60.
Left us stranded after a month and had issue after issue. Turbo and electric issues.
Hope yall have better luck. Never buying European again.
I tried to do the same with my friend. He almost bought it but totally changed his mind when we casually visited the cross street BMW dealership.
He finally got the X3.
Interesting that you say that. Here in Europe it’s well known American cars are awful in most ways
@Joshua Duarte Americam cars aren't really that good here in the US either lol. Only thing they got going for them is brand recognition and slightly cheaper.
We bought one last week! Very happy with it in general. The android infotainment system is great with Spotify and Google Maps but it occasionally has its issues lags/freezes etc. The air suspensions makes it the most comfortable Volvo I have ever driven but it kinda drives like a boat because of it. We found the GLC too expensive for its interior quality. The X3 was also great but 22/23 models lack crucial features because of chip shortage.
Hayırlı olsun
Which crucial features?
you expect an SUV to drive like a sports car?
it's a fucking cruise ship bro.
The Volvo's front drive or Haldex (as in the Passat) puts me off a bit. And the biggest disadvantage of the volvo is that there are no engines above 2.0. I don't know about this model, but in other Volvos the fit of the interior is at a nightmare level, everything creaks when you touch it. Since the Chinese bought them, the quality has dropped dramatically.
It's a hatchback not a SUV
I was in a 2023 Volvo xc60 when I was hit head on by another car. The car kept me safe. Definitely one of the most safest cars out there to buy
But did you DIE though?!! 😉
Same !! I was rear ended while at a dead stop, minding my own business when all of a sudden a Toyota Tacoma coming at 45-50 mph rear ended me and I was scared needless to say but my Volvo kept me safe and the inside was completely un phased with the exception of the side airbags being deployed and as well as outside of the car was basically intact meanwhile the Tacoma that hit me was smashed ! I am so thankful to have been in my Volvo XC90 when that happened! And will forever buy Volvos because Safety is my priority !! Everything else are merely bonuses ….
I bought the 2023 XC60. My first Volvo after 30 years of Toyota ownership. Very pleased. Volvo does an excellent job keeping you posted through emails.
We have a ‘17 on the family, right when it came out. Got 60k miles and is still going strong, love it!
Finally Matt! A normal car…I was starting to think Carwow had forgot it’s roots..
Matt should review 1996 Dodge Viper GTS.
@@purwantiallan5089 great car, my daily driver 😂
20"tyres might look beter than 18" ones but the 18" ones are cheaper to buy and replace . Also I think that smaler wheels are more comfortable than the biger ones . Great rewiew though 😉
My wife's is on 18'' Michelin CrossClimate2's and is more comfortable as a result. Drove one with 20'' wheels (without air suspension) and just wasn't as composed.
@@steventhosebyyou can test what the difference would be like by adjusting the pressure in your tires and I was amazed what a difference squishier rubber makes so I think I would do the happy medium of 19”s you still have a chunky sidewall but the car doesn’t look like it’s on donor wheels
@@steventhoseby my point exactly😉
@@lbnewell23 the only reason in my personal opinion why would anyone put 20" and bigger than that wheels on any car is to look cool . Sacrificing ride comfort in the proces. But hey that is my opinion and I know for a fact that I would newer put 20 on mu car no mater how cooler they would look
@@tomazikov yeah but I suppose if you have a car that already rides hard what are big wheels going to do
I've been watching Matt since he was working for Carbuyer and just today my dad called me out of thin air that he and mum are considering buying an XC60, and 5 mins later I get a notification that you are reviewing the exact same car. Unbelivable.
the signs
Best looking medium size suv on the market right now ❤ and yes I own one 😊
Agree, and same! 2 years now coming from an XC40. 😁
@@jeffs6090 XC40 and XC60 are as cool and awesome as the RAV4.
And one of the most boring
@@lolitapitpong3826Cant be more borring than any audi out there 😂
@@jeffs6090which do you like better? Deciding between xc40 and xc60
I just bought a T8 hybrid last week. Its a 69plate. It is F**King rapid. The Mrs fancied me a wee bit more that day. Genuinely an amazing bit of kit and it drives like a dream.
Can you drive it faster than 180km/h ? Or is it speed limited ? Thnaks :)
What means 69plate?
@@vladislavdimitrov4646 Sept 2019 model year.
@@jbhns This XC60 imo accelerated faster than even Renault 5 Turbo and Peugeot 405 Turbo 16.
@@purwantiallan5089 thank you. Yes i think indeed. But in the review, they said that the maximum speed is 180km/h or 112 mph (software locked) … so I was curious … its a bit of a shame to have 450 hp and not being able to drive faster than those speed …
I like the Volvo a lot. I recommended it to a friend and he still bought a Q5. I forgot how much Matt loves the reach-around
Had 2 XC60’s and more recently a GLC the xc60 is by far my favourite, I would have got another but the prices went mental , great car but too much cash
Yeah totally not understandable, especially for a Made in China car
@@binflydushy Martin Gunther, and also amazing to ride. Although can be a rather dull to drive tho.
@@binflydushy some shocking news… Volvo have production plants outside of China too!
Even more shocking news is that Volvo has full control over the manufacturing plants in China!
@@binflydushy AFAIK only some XC40 are built in china
The only thing that might be "the same as it's always been" regarding the main infotainment screen might be the LCD itself. The software is completely new. It was Volvo's own Sensus at launch, but has been replaced with a new Android Automotive based system from model year 2022. Otherwise, a great punchy review, Mat!
It even allows to show google maps on the driver's display!
my like is for the script writer. I remember watching Mat asking us to help him spec the xc60 back in 2018 and the days of the pop up banner.
Mat thank you so much for this insane video!
Excellen review. Matt, as for the headrest: You cannot move it as on all Volvos. It is higher than most, so it fits all heights. The idea is, that most people do not adjust their headrest completely. Also, the steering wheels on Volvos are manual, so the driver isn not locked in case of a collision when the power is out.
Matt doesn’t understand these things. For example he doesn’t understand why manufacturers fit “soft limiters”.
Mat and as it seems no other journalist understands Volvo fix headrests and speed limiters or counless other details Volvo does with a purpose.
Its based on research but the journalists dont even try to cover it yet make an in depth research why some features are as they are...
I had the 2018 xc60 and now own a current 2021 model, and the bonnet is a thing!! When k first opened the new one thought they left the struts in service mode but turns out they haven't! I can close it as I'll over 6 foot but my wife at just over 5 foot can only stand and dream 😂
2018 XC60 also has 6bhp more than 2023 counterpart.
I also have a 2018 XC60, I don’t know how the trims differ, but I have the range topping one in Mexico and it is a marvel, my dad has a Q8 but I prefer to drive the Volvo. and also the dealership modified mine adding 40 hp without cancelling the warranty, the thing is a rocket, I raised it to 230kmh effortlessly , shame that they have limited it to 180kmh
Strange that they got rid of the Drive Mode Selector roller switch that was always by the Engine Start switch in the center console and made it go via the infotainment but I guess thats a way to implement some cost saving especially if theres a supply issue... not a good solution imo though. Physical buttons are better! To a point...
Yup, seems like a stupid descision and its annoying. The left hand button on the left hand of the steering wheel in the Google based cars now does nothing, they could put the drive modes on that!
I had a Fiat Coupe 20VT from 1998.. it’s washer nozzle was also hidden inside the wiper arm. I don’t know why it got phased out, it was so much better than the standard sprayers. Glad to see it’s slowly coming back..
Mat is the goat of car reviews .
Agreed. Along with TH and Doug Demuro.
@purwantiallan5089 who is TH ?
Supercar Blondie is overrated
Had a few as hire cars, including hybrids and LOVED them. One of the few new cars I enjoy driving.
The car has a brilliant Bowers & Wilkins stereo from what I've heard but how come Mat didn't even mention it?
I'd only have this car for that
Im surprised too that b&w system is next level
I've noticed that car reviewers hardly ever talk about the stereos. When they do it's almost always the briefest mention possible too. It's strange. I guess since CZcams is so aggressive about copyright strikes or whatever it makes sense basically no one lets us hear anything, but to avoid talking about it entirely?
And yeah I definitely pay attention to stereos when I'm shopping. It's one of the top considerations. Some people plan to take the car to an aftermarket place immediately anyway but that's not always an option.
$5000 extra
@@hassanger8128 not really around 3k to the harman/kardon. In BMWs it costs 7 grand
Enjoying the content on the channel well done everyone 👌👌
This is a fantastic and very watchable review. Thank you sir.
Its a amazing car, and now its available the black edition which is super aggressive and such a beauty
Here before you change the thumbnail 20 times.
😂
15:47 I wasn’t expecting that van in the left… 😳 such a cool car
19:50 The flies have spoken. Its a definite buy for me. Great review by the way.
Mine is a 2012 version and still going strong, having done only 100,000 km. Think it will be good for another few years. Great car, and to be honest, all that I need. Safe car, reliable and easy to drive. Not sure I really like too much electronics, prefer a driver’s car.
I have one on order. The dark trim looks way better than the bright version.
Blacked out front grille and sportier front trim. @@cx5870 If you google volvo xc60 dark trim, you'll find a bunch of images.
Hello! Thank you for the great review. I just wanted to mention that you didn't use launch control during your test of the 0-60 acceleration time. As a result, you weren't able to achieve the claimed time. I recommend trying out Volvo's launch control feature in your next test as it performs quite well. Best regards.
It's good of you MR Matt Watson to point out the front bonnet how high it is and how who ever but it is going to have to put some effort into closing it and also the speed too over all you did a very good review of this vehicle so keep giving it in that way fair and true 👍👍
I still have my 2012 R design which is @0:55 they are amazing vehicles, fast and sleek not a heat seeker like M's or AMG's. They have classy designs like Audi's in my opinion and it's very quick. The Swedish are doing it right. 😊
2012 R and 2009 Volvo S30 R both are still as good as this XC60.
Chinese*
@@vinayakgupta6105 so is BMW and Audi. Check where the parts are made.
Bought a T8 last week. Love it! Have not used any petrol yet. Comfy with easy to use controls.
Mat that was a hell of a voice crack there😂 (13:11)
Matt, as for the climate, just press the voice button, ask for, switch on air con, raise fan speed set temp in fact everything, so you don’t need to use the central screen. I’ve a b4 which is the mucky oil burner with hybrid assistance and regularly see 50 mpg..
B4 trim?
@@vladislavdimitrov4646 B4 and B7 trims are equally awesome man.
@@vladislavdimitrov4646 b4 inscription 4wd
No you don't have to use touch controls for anything, except the driving modes! You can do that with voice commands!
Great review Mat!😸
Great video! 👍
One of the best SUV ever! I love everything about this Volvo XC60!
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Always love a Volvo!
So do the Chinese
@@Kronos0999 So do Hyundai and Proto Motors.
@@purwantiallan5089 They weren't bought out.
@@Kronos0999your phone was made in china and almost all your appliances, just because it’s Chinese doesn’t mean it’s bad in quality
Best seller over here in Sweden. Excellent comfort, equipment, practicality, handling, reliability and much cheaper to own than German and Asian competitors.
The parcel shelf fits under the boot floor dude!
I have an xc60 which I really like, my only worry is that when they unveil the ev xc60 it’ll likely be almost double the price
Can you do a PHEV group test with the new F-Pace, this XC60, maybe a Velar P400e and the germans?
Or even XR-PHEV?
What were Volvo playing at changing the drive select. My S90 has a really handy scroll wheel just behind the gear selector 🤣
Great review as always 👏🏻. How about a review of the new SsangYong Rexton? Looks like a very good car with awesome off-road capabilities and very attractive price 😁
I like the review and the car! I actually own a V60 myself - just one minor complaint - at 8:16 you can actually see the two buttons you can use to fold down the rear seats. So you dont need to lean inside the car at all
Those are the buttons to raise or lower the suspension
@@mathiasvdk up and down buttons actually?
Oh, they are? In thar case nevermind. 😅
In my car those Buttons are for the seats.
Can you review the Mazda cx-60?
it has the price of volvo xc60. better taking volvo.
I'm not sure about the latest model but in my XC60 T8 in the boot there is a second pair of buttons that allows you to auto fold rear seats. As for the mode change then on the center consol there is a "scroll button", when you press it down it allows you to change the driving modes.
Auto fold rear seats function was removed on all Volvos after a tragic accident in the US.
Moving the drive mode selection from the scroll wheel to the display was the idea of on of the VP's. He's no longer working for Volvo...
Yeah the 2024 doesn’t have that little scroll to change the driving mode (I had the 2020 xc90 so I know exactly what you are referring to…) I was considered at first looking for it lol but it’s in the infotainment system , not a fan of that I much rather the scroll button 🤷🏽♀️ but I guess choose your mode before you start driving and that way you don’t have to struggle looking for it…
I miss my XC60 had a 2017 model when then first did the new shape drove like a dream should never have got rid
My parents have that car (MY2022), and the long term average fuel consumption is 73,5 mpg or 3,2 l/100km.
At wintertime, you can expect about 30 miles or 40-50km of electric range, and at summertime you can pretty easily reach 50 miles or 80km of pure electric range.
2022 VOLVO XC60 apparently not quite cool but its 7.5/10 for me.
I wonder what its gonna be in 5-6 years. I hope those cars aint gonna be a throwaway in several years. Not really eco.
I am not sure about the complaint of the HVAC controls not being physical, as if you set the HVAC to auto it will keep the vehicle at the perfect temperature. If you want to adjust the temperature, you just say Hey Google set the temperature to 20 degrees Celsius. It works quite well, and allows you not to have to ever take your eyes off the road or be distracted.
I am looking at these for my next car
Had a v90 in top spec with 20" wheels. Best car i ever owned. Oozed class and quality without the nob image. Sad to see it go. Pretty dull to drive but if you want to go long distances in the worlds comfiest seats and get out feeling fresh theyre awesome. Serious dosh currently but there's not a lot of competition for those who don't like merc and bmw.
In terms of Power this Volvo is now in the same bracket as a Ferrari F40.
😯😲
I had a fully loaded T5 Inscription Pro from new back in 2018 and absolutely loved it. It was a genuinely nice place to be on long or short journeys. I swapped it out for a Tesla MYLR back in March and honestly, I miss nothing about the Volvo, except maybe the massage seats 😃. It was a great car, was superbly well built but it now feels like a dinosaur by comparison.
I did the opposite. Sold back the Tesla because i hated the interior and bought myself the 2022 xc90. Haven't looked back since.
Couldn't help but notice your follow (lead) car, Citroën, is my favourite. I own one. Could be slightly biased there. Yup. And I've been renting a V90 T6 Recharge for 2 months. It is too da-m expensive to run. And unless you have charging possibilities, you will only drive using liquid power. But boy, oh boy, is it a joy to drive. If you have the money, get it.
Hi Matt - why don’t you select the drive mode with the ‘Drive Mode’ toggle switch on the centre console?
Great review btw - I’ve got the exact same car 👌🏼
They removed it after the 2021 facelift following chip shortage. Seems they haven't put it back yet, or at least it seems that way based on the review. They also removed the blind spot indicator (BLIS) and rear collision sensors due to chip shortage. Not sure if these has made it back yet.
18:29 another XC60?
yes another one 👍
Cheap luxury isn't what Volvo would like you to put in the thumbnail 😭
Yep. Seems like Carwow loved to change those thumbnails.
Matt you make me smile, you really are small! 😊
Is it possible to upgrade to the new infotainment system if you have an older model?
Is there by any chance you could do a mid-size luxury SUV comparison with this, an Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC, BMW X3, Porsche Macan and a Tesla Model Y just to create an overall context? Thank you.
And Stelvio
A comparison video is coming up check the time stamp 8:00 where you can see the Q5, X3 and GLC parked together while Mat is showing the boot space of them individually…
I had a windscreen washer built-in into windscreen wipers in my Peugeot 405 from 1991, nice job Volvo!
405 is another dream rally car that only appeared in VRally 2.
I really want to see a review of lynk&co 05. I'm interested in your opinion
We owned a 2020 XC60 R-Design, and have just taken delivery of our 2023 B6 Ultimate. Both cars had the maximum configuration.
I have to say, I'm not particularly impressed with this iteration. Sure the wireless Android Auto is cool. The trade-offs are however: a less sporty feel (yes, I know, it's a comfort SUV), no self-parking (this was such a nice feature for tight spots downtown), speed limiter at 180 kph (I've gotten, sorry *heard*, our 2020 could get up to 220 with relative ease), the driving mode switching is unnecessarily complicated.
It's disappointing to see such changes.
Maybe the speed limiter is a Canada only thing.
My XC60 will be delivered feb24. Speed limiter 180km/h as well here in Belgium, and not in Belgium only but all over Europe I guess.
NEVER be afraid to use terrible puns..!
Gonna get one by end of year, Diesel ICE. No PHEV (i have one now, it just doesnt add up if you drive roughly 600-800km a week).. Looking very much forward to it.
Parcel cover storage is under the load floor on the right. Front to back, slotted.
I’m on to my third XC60 in its current incarnation. Have to say the change to Android/Google is a disappointing backward step compared to the old Volvo system. It might improve with future updates but so far mine has been back to the dealership twice since it was purchased in January. The first over air update completely crashed the car which had to be dragged on to a low loader. Generally the IT is more laggy than the old system and routinely fails to recognise my mobile. Final grouch, for a £50k car why does it only offer wired Apple Car Play??
I also think Sensus Infotainment system was better overall.
I had several Volvo's in the past and they were great value for a fairly premium feel car, but then they just got silly expensive and now largely punching above their weight.
Brilliant video.
Had my 2012 xc60 6 years best car ever
This is actually one of the safest SUVs and it is also one of the strongest ones in the market 😄
Not this case. Model Y is the safest SUYs right now.
@@EverydayCats1994 yep. Along with X1.
Can we all take a moment to appreciate just how terrible the crease looks on Mat's phone?
Yep. Its funny but terrible crease to say the least.
“Everyone loves a reacharound” 🤣🤣🤣
My wife's 2019 B4 has a configurable individual drive mode, accessed via the rotary dial by the gear stick
My 2018 xc90 has the rotary dial as well, it was removed for cost saving due to car shortages.
@@bianzidan I heard that it wasn't compatible with the Google os! Nonetheless was a brilliant shortcut that was safe to use whilst on the move. We use the individual mode to disable the start/stop system.
@@steventhoseby nah,it was removed from 2022 XC90 which is not Google OS yet.
@@bianzidan cheap skates!
My v60 t6 recharge 2021 also has a dial to change the dynamic mode
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Has to be one of the most dated cars on the market
One of the dumbest comments on this video
I remember when that infotainment screen used to seem massive to me..there are now cars with even bigger screens
I don’t know if it is postbilen in the xc60 but in the xc90 you got the same driver display but there you Can get a map in the middle of the speed and engine rev so i think that is possible in the xc60 aswell. It is in the settings
Same old dull crap exterior design.
Too conservative for these modern days.
bitter truth, but its sad to see that you can clearly tell volvo is starting to look more like its chinese counterparts thanks to a chinese company owning volvo itself
Except that the appearance of the XC60 hasn't changed for years, so you'd need to be hallucinating.
On older models there was a driving mode selector in center console. Strange to remove that
It's PoOrTrAte! I love you red coats 😊🇺🇲🇬🇧
I am not really fan of Volvo but I think it is one of the best cars at this size and price. Thanks for reviewing this car. ❤❤💙💙🚙🚙
Man you are a legend car reviewer ❤
Love ure videos
Puntastic episode!
The collar mic keeps peaking I'd wish you employ an audio engineer to correct the audio other than that huge fan great work
What is the special timing gear that you are using? :)
Would this car fit 3 carry on sized bags and 3 of the next size over?
As a testdriver at Volvo, the google maps in the infotainment is GOLDEN. They removed some nice and useful things from the former infotainment system (like being able to swipe to the sides to get to the lighter settings) but overall this new android based one is better, not as good as Polestar 2 maybe but it is up there. Not a fan of you having to enter the settings to switch between charging and hold mode if you have a hybrid (the little wheel to change the modes doesnt work on our testcars so I dont know exactly what you can change with it now).
Haha well done, filming with the drone on top of the citroen