2019 Volvo XC60 features and specs in UAE
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2019 Volvo XC60 Review: Features and Performance
Overview of the Volvo XC60
The Volvo XC60 was first unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2008. In less than a year, it became the company’s best-selling model. The XC60, like most crossovers, is built around a car platform, borrowing its underpinnings from the S80 sedan. Sales of the XC60 remained strong, and in 2017, the Swedish carmaker introduced the all-new replacement for the first generation. This new XC60 not only sports a fresh design and better technology, but it’s now based on Volvo’s new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) platform.
Recent Updates
Since its introduction is so recent, the 2019 Volvo XC60 continues largely untouched. Interestingly enough, the new XC60 was the first model to be developed after Geely’s acquisition of the Swedish brand in 2010. In the UAE market, the 2019 Volvo XC60 competes against:
Exterior Design
Just as with its larger XC90 sibling, the 2019 Volvo XC60 uses the marque’s latest design philosophy. Although not as imposing as its elder sibling, the new XC60’s styling looks wonderfully crisp and up-to-date. The front fascia features sleek LED headlights and Thor Hammer-inspired daytime runners, which extend into the chrome-laden grille with multiple vertical slats. The sculpted hood appears athletic, while the aggressively-carved bumper portrays the XC60’s sporty demeanor.
The clean yet edgy side profile of the new XC60 gives this crossover poise and grace. This is complemented by the XC60’s pronounced shoulder line, rising window line, sporty side skirts, and classy 19-inch rims. The main highlight at the rear is the complex design of the LED taillights and neat bumper with well-integrated dual exhausts. A size smaller than the XC90, the 2019 Volvo XC60 measures:
- Length: 4.688 meters
- Width: 1.902 meters
- Height: 1.658 meters
- Wheelbase: 2.865 meters
Being a strict five-seater allows Volvo to create 505 liters of space behind the second row of seats.
Interior Features
The interior of the new XC60, similar to the XC90, feels expensive and looks stunning. The dashboard layout and center stack, along with a minimalist and quality feel, all contribute to an impressive interior. Almost everything in this cabin feels well assembled, and the dual-tone effect adds to the spacious and airy atmosphere. There’s a generous amount of room, aided by some of the best seats in the car industry.
On the convenience side, the 2019 XC60’s equipment list includes:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Automatic & adaptive LED headlights
- Adaptive air suspension
- Four-zone climate control
- Panoramic sunroof
- Heated & cooled front seats
- All-around parking sensors with camera
- Electric tailgate
- 9-inch touch-display with navigation
- 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system
The XC60’s safety features include over half a dozen airbags, ABS with EBD, blind-spot and lane-departure warning, and a surround-camera system, among others.
Engine and Performance
The most potent powerplant under the hood of the XC60 T6 variants features a supercharger and turbocharger. It commands 320 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque to all four corners via an 8-speed automatic transmission. The result? A 0-100 km/h time of 5.9 seconds and a top speed nudging 230 km/h. Considering the performance at your disposal, a fuel economy of 7.7 L/100 km is commendable.
Verdict
The 2019 Volvo XC60 range starts at AED 220,500 for the base T5 Momentum and goes up to AED 308,700 for the top-of-the-pack T6 Inscription Highline trim. Meanwhile, the cost of insurance ranges between AED 3,437 and AED 4,812.
