Volvo Announces Their Best Ever XC6
The Volvo XC60 SUV has long been a leader in the luxury mid-size SUV segment, and for the upcoming model year, it’s better than ever.
With a significant refresh, the XC60 offers an enhanced user experience, modernised Scandinavian design, improved comfort, and a faster, more responsive infotainment system. Volvo continues to push the boundaries of innovation, ensuring an even more enjoyable and exclusive driving experience.
A Global Bestseller
Since its debut in 2017, the XC60 has been Volvo’s top-selling model and remains one of the most popular plug-in hybrids in Europe. With over 1.5 million units sold worldwide and record-breaking sales in 2024, this SUV continues to set new standards in performance, luxury, and technology.
“With its cutting-edge user experience, modernised design, improved comfort, and even more luxurious interior, the XC60 sets the standard even higher for mid-size SUVs,” says Erik Severinson, Chief Product and Strategy Officer at Volvo Cars. “These upgrades focus on what matters most to our customers, ensuring a better experience that continues to improve over time with over-the-air updates.”
Next-Generation User Experience and Infotainment
The new XC60 boasts Volvo’s latest-generation user experience, designed to enhance safety, personalisation, and convenience. This upgraded system, with multiple Google services built-in, provides seamless connectivity and a more intuitive interface.
Key highlights include:
- A larger 11.2-inch touchscreen with increased pixel density for a sharper display.
- Faster processing speeds, thanks to the next-generation Snapdragon Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm Technologies.
- 10 times faster graphics generation for smoother operation and reduced driver distraction.
- Over-the-air updates ensure the system remains up-to-date, even for models built as early as 2020.
A Modernised, Elegant Exterior
Volvo has given the XC60 a refined, contemporary look, featuring:
- A new air intake inspired by the updated XC90.
- Fresh wheel options and darker rear lights for a sleek, premium feel.
- New color choices, including Forest Lake, Aurora Silver, and the all-new Mulberry Red.
Luxurious and Practical Interior
Inside, the refreshed XC60 exudes sophistication, with premium materials and smartly designed features that elevate comfort and convenience:
- Exclusive new materials like Quilted Nordico and Navy Herringbone Weave.
- Smart storage solutions, enhanced cupholders, and an improved wireless phone charger.
- A spacious and flexible load compartment, making every journey practical and effortless.
- Ultimate Comfort & High-Fidelity Audio
Ride quality in the XC60 is now even more refined, thanks to:
- A quieter cabin that enhances driving comfort.
- Legendary Volvo seat ergonomics for long-lasting support.
- Available air suspension and laminated windows for an ultra-smooth, luxurious ride.
- Advanced air-purification technology for a cleaner, healthier in-car environment.
For audiophiles, the XC60 offers the Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity system, featuring a redesigned speaker mesh. This premium audio system ensures that music is heard exactly as the artist intended, delivering one of the best car audio experiences available.