Volvo UK announced pricing and range details of its
upcoming XC60. The new XC60 is Volvo’s first 60-series model
to be based on their Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) which also underpins
the XC90, S90 and V90 models.
All UK models will come with all-wheel drive and an
eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard, with the initial range to include
the D4 and D5 four-cylinder diesel versions and the T5 petrol. Volvo says that
the T8 Twin Engine PHEV version will arrive on a later date.
The entry-level D4 comes with 190 hp and returns an
official combined 55.4 mpg UK and 133 g/km of CO2 emissions. The D5 offers 235 hp
and benefits from Volvo’s PowerPulse system, which sends compressed air into
the engine’s two turbos to get them spinning from low revs. Fuel economy is a
combined 51.4 mpg UK while CO2 emissions are rated at 144 g/km.
The single petrol T5 version packs 254 hp, playing
the role of the performance range-topper until the 401 hp T8 PHEV model arrives.
The turbocharged and supercharged 315 hp T6 version will not be offered in the
UK.
Entry-level Momentum models will come generously
equipped with features like a leather interior, LED headlights with active high
beam, two-zone climate control, heated front seats, a powered tailgate and
18-inch alloy wheels.
The characteristic Sensus infotainment system will
also be standard and includes a nine-inch touchscreen, satellite navigation
with lifetime updates and Real-Time Traffic Information and a voice-activation
system.
Volvo’s City Safety array of systems will also be
fitted as standard to every version of the XC60. This includes features like
automatic emergency braking with pedestrian, cyclist and large animal detection
and for the first time the Steer Assist, a system that assists the driver with
the steering in an emergency.
As for the semi-autonomous Pilot Assist system,
Volvo will offer it as an option to XC60’s entire range. The system assists
with the steering up to 128 km/h, taking care of the acceleration and braking
required keeping the vehicle within its lane.
Prices kick off at £ 37,205 for the D4 Momentum model,
with the D5 starting at £ 43,205 and the T5 at £ 37,900. Volvo says that the
first deliveries of the new XC60 are expected to take place in the third
quarter of the year.