Premium Mid-size estate buyers hoping for an equally
rugged alternative to the Audi A4 Allroad can now look to the Swedes as Volvo
has just unveiled the all-new V60 Cross Country. Like its bigger brother, the
V90 Cross Country, the V60 CC also comes with an increased ride height and
plastic body cladding, so as to make your journey on and off the beaten track a
lot more enjoyable, while also offering you more peace of mind.
Compared to the regular V60, ground clearance on
this Cross Country version has improved by 75 mm thanks to the
specially developed chassis and suspension. Meanwhile, all-wheel drive, Hill
Descent Control, Electronic Stability Control, Corner Traction Control and a
special Off Road driving mode are all standard.
The new V60 Cross Country utilizes Volvo’s Scalable Product Architecture
(SPA) platform, which according to Volvo’s R&D exec Henrik Green, means
that it’s just as good to drive as all those other models.
On the safety front, the new model comes equipped
with City Safety with Autobrake as standard, while the Pilot Assist system
helps the driver out when it comes to steering, acceleration and braking on
well-marked roads up to 130 km/h. Also standard are systems such as
Run-Off Road Mitigation, Oncoming Lane Mitigation, although Cross Traffic Alert
with Autobrake remains an optional extra. As for on-board tech, the V60 CC’s Sensus Connect
infotainment system is fully compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The new Volvo V60 Cross Country will come with a T5
AWD petrol powertrain and a D4 AWD turbo-diesel, while mild hybrid and plug-in
hybrid versions will arrive at a later date. The Swedish automaker is also
making the car available through its Care by Volvo premium subscription
service, offering users access to the vehicle via a monthly flat-fee.
