Volvo Xc60 Edmunds Review

If you just drop a question to Volvo owners about the reason behind their purchase of XC60, you will be stunned to see none of them mentionning the cutting-edge design that is definitely European-oriented. Volvo cars offer several aspects and attributes, but the shape of the Swedish manufacturer has failed to work in favor of the sales figures.  2011 Volvo XC60 is a promising factor which Volvo is counting on for the purpose of delivering their new cars in a stylish way and through a very eye-catching crossover.

Edmunds car review master has described the Volvo XC60 as a “small luxury crossover” capable of delivering power and luxury at the same time regardless of being well-equipped with the T6 trim level. Car reviewers at TheCarConnection.com displayed that the essential for Volvo was to change the Scandinavian aspect and to give their cars a European shape

Cars.com rambled about the “stylish design” of the Volvo 2011, calling it “one of the sleekest luxury crossovers available” due to a windshield that flows smoothly into the roofline of the Crossover. The Car and Driver automotive website stated that the facelift and severe design will directly and unmistakably let you know that this is a Volvo.

Motor Trend said that the XC60 2011 is possibly the curviest Volvo ever, surely furthermore voluptuous than the former looker of the line, the C30 Turbo sports vehicle. The 2011 Volvo XC60 also shows off an impressive level of ground clearance (9.1 inches).

The interior cabin of the XC60 Volvo 2011 reflects the stylish exterior, though, there’s nothing to stun us while being compared to the SRX of Cadillac and to Q5 from Audi.

The ConsumerGuide.com claimed that the XC60 Volvo’s cabin is totally what you would expect from Volvo, speaking of simplicity and luxury. Cars.com added that “the thing that really pulls the cabin together, and is one of the XC60’s most eye-catching design cues, is the slim center control panel. When finished in optional Nordic Light Oak, it has an appearance that’s unlike anything else in its class. It recalls high-end furniture.”

Going back to Edmunds reviews about Volvo 2011, it was agreed that finding the center panel is combined with the elective 2-tone upholstery that makes the XC60 look chic and attractive. On the egative side of the story, ConsumerGuide.com stated that “the navigation system screen is on the small side, making some recites difficult to decipher at a glance.” 

Volvo XC60 2011 For Sale

With Volvo introducing the XC60, the whole world was awaiting what Volvo was to offer; after a series of changes in the Volvo technology resources, designing concepts and engines compartments, the Swedish firm seems totally determined to fight back against Cadillac SRX and Audi Q5 that constitute the head to head competitors of Volvo XC.

Eventhough none of the past 3 are perfect inside out, Volvo remains the 2^nd best choice in the top 5 luxurious SUVs in a voting process that included cars magazines and Auto Experts reviews.

Eventhough the XC60 is reputed for its high fuel consumption with a mpg rate that would direct you towards picking the SRX or Q5, the Swedish company was able to compensate the extra consumption with extra comfort and some safety features which ranked Volvo XC60 on top of the most secure cars in the world in 2011.

25 available versions are available for the Volvo XC60:

1-      Crossover 2.0 D3 DRIVe ES 2WD 5dr                                        £28,210

2-      Crossover 2.0 D3 DRIVe SE 2WD 5dr                                        £30,280

3-      Crossover 2.4 D5 ES 4WD 5dr                                                     £30,765

4-      Crossover 2.0 D3 DRIVe R-Design 2WD 5dr                          £31,275

5-      Crossover 2.0 T5 SE Powershift 5dr                                         £32,030

6-      Crossover 2.0 D3 DRIVe SE Premium 2WD 5dr                    £32,605

7-      Crossover 2.4 D5 SE 4WD 5dr                                                     £32,835

8-      Crossover 2.0 D3 DRIVe SE Lux 2WD 5dr                                £32,860

9-      Crossover 2.0 D3 DRIVe R-Design Prem 2WD 5dr                              £33,025

10-   Crossover 2.0 T5 R-Design Powershift FWD 5dr                  £33,025

11-   Crossover 2.4 D5 R-Design 4WD 5dr                                        £33,830

12-   Crossover 2.0 T5 SE Premium Powershift 5dr                     £34,355

13-   Crossover 2.0 D3 DRIVe SE LuxPremium 2WD 5dr              £34,360

14-   Crossover 2.0 T5 SE Lux Powershift FWD 5dr                      £34,610

15-   Crossover 2.0 T5 R-Design Premium Pshift 5dr                   £34,775

16-   Crossover 2.4 D5 SE Premium 4WD 5dr                                 £35,160

17-   Crossover 2.4 D5 SE Lux 4WD 5dr                                             £35,415

18-   Crossover 2.4 D5 R-Design Premium 4WD 5dr                    £35,580

19-   Crossover 2.0 T5 SE Lux Premium P’rshift 5dr                      £36,110               

20-   Crossover 2.4 D5 SE Lux Premium 4WD 5dr                          £36,865               

21-   Crossover 3.0 T6 SE 4WD 5dr                                                      £36,905

22-   Crossover 3.0 T6 R-Design 4WD 5dr                                        £37,900

23-   Crossover 3.0 T6 SE Premium 4WD 5dr                                   £39,230

24-   Crossover 3.0 T6 R-Design Premium 4WD 5dr                    £39,650

25-   Crossover 3.0 T6 SE Lux Premium 4WD 5dr                          £40,935

 

2011 Volvo XC60 Forum

With the introduction of Volvo XC60 to the market, it was clear that Volvo was targeting the high end society against competitors like Cadillac SRX and the Q5 Audi SUVs; with the SRX and Q5 emerging as the smaller sisters of the Escalade and Q7 respectively, it was up to Volvo to introduce the smaller version of the XC90 but launching the XC60 Crossover SUV that, for us at Volvo-XC60.com, defies all odds and expectations… at least regardless of the fuel consumption that the turbocharged engine causes to the XC60 mpg rate.

With 2 five-cylinder XC60 diesel models being supplied, the front-wheel drive D3 and the 4-wheel drive D5 Volvo cars are both capable of providing a good pace, but still, they lack on flexibility versus the contenders that wouldn’t set the automatic gearboxes as an optional feature.

With the Volvo XC60 T5 petrol version, the all-wheel drive powered by 3 litres T6 petrol engine looks pomising, given the fact that it has enough vigor to outcome obstacles and to round off the choice of luxury SUV category.

Riding a Volvo XC60 is a Thumbs-up experience; handed 4 out of 5 stars, the 2011 XC60 reviews speak for themselves about the Swedish re-designed Volvo and its 4-wheel drive train. the XC60 offers high-quality view and favors a better clearance whilst being driven. The large alloy wheels and European Style will allow the 2011 Volvo to hit the roads with pride after ranking 2^nd in the votes for the Top luxury SUV.

Standard model of the XC60 is a little bit slow but still, the ride is relaxing and smooth despite a clear lack of power that reminds us of the Honda CRV and Toyota Rav4. With great handling and grip, the body bending into twists and corners is greatly managed thanks to the weight distribution and suspension too. The XC60 R-Design models are definitely to sacrifice the extra comfort features for a better stability, harder suspension and sharper steering.

One thing we’re sure of, is that you will less likely find such refined cars in this class of SUVs; the XC60 2011 price is also competitive whereas the car has been named as the Most secure SUV in the world in this category of compact luxury SUVs.

The absence of noises caused by the suspension, tyres and engine compartments remain the most impressive aspects offered by Volvo 2011 vehicles eventhough the 5-cylinder diesel engines are a bit too stern.