Ever since Volvo has been breathing about their new design language, it is but natural that the whole world sits up and takes notice. Now Volvo cars are being categorized into desirable things than the earlier just for everyday use stereotype. It’s a good sign and especially when it comes from your own fraternity, then it’s a very good thing. All this started with Volvo’s “Naughty” creation, the S60 and then carried onto the Volvo XC60. Now, the Volvo XC60 in India is a strange contraption coz it has been launched to satisfy the soft roader SUV loving public in India.. Read More...





Looks:-

The XC60 has changed public perception about Volvo as a car making company and in India it is no different.This car is an import or CBU as we call it and is built in Belgium. The other factor is that unlike some others in its class, this car comes with an all tinted window configuration from its factory.


Interiors :-

The doors of the Volvo XC60 in India open wide and hence there is no problem in the ingress and egress departmentThe steering wheel is a standard 4 spoke affair but there are a tad too many buttons on it. The driver’s seat has got memory functions to it and adjusting in the seat is not a big deal for even size 11 boot types.




Handling and ride quality :-

The Volvo XC60 in India comes with the same suspension settings that it is available internationally with. Those are Comfort, Sport and Advanced. The XC60 has been tuned to be on the firmer side and this is for given since the rear seat proportions wouldn’t be to the liking of the chauffer driven populace

Engine, performance and fuel efficiency :-

For the XC60, there is only a 2.4 liter diesel engine as of now. This twin turbo 5 cylinder engine is widely used in many of the Volvo cars in India. This unit has a peak output of 205 Bhp which is delivered at around the 4000 rpm mark and torque figures of 420 Nm starting from as low as 1500 rpm. Volvo have offered this car with a 6 speed slush box. Braking in this Volvo is self induced. We tried the City Safety System that Volvo was advertising on this car.



Verdict :-

The Volvo XC60 in India is a very competent SUV in its class especially a good alternative to the Germans in here. For the most part of the review or even test drive, the Volvo XC60 behaved in a predictable manner, save for the stiff ride quality and seating arrangement at the rear. Volvo offers a 2 year / 60,000 kms warranty, whichever is earlier clause and this also includes free services