All-new 2023 Volvo XC60: All you need to know

Volvo Malaysia is on a roll with the Swedish automaker introducing model updates one after the other. Over the course of the past few weeks, the automaker has revised three of its offerings - the XC90, XC40, and V60, and now the XC60 is also updated for the model year 2023.

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Let us get to know the all-new 2023 Volvo XC60 in detail -

Variants & Price

The new Volvo XC60 is offered in two variant options - base B5 Plus and range-topping Recharge T8 Ultimate. Thus replacing the former available B5 Momentum and Recharge T8 Inscription Plus. The price details are as follows

XC60 B5 Plus	RM 320,888
XC60 Recharge T8 Ultimate	RM 355,888

Compared to the previously available variants, the new ones cost RM 2000 more and are on the road without insurance.

Also, each purchase includes a standard 5-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, and an 8-year, 160,000km warranty for the PHEV battery.

Powertrain configuration

The all-new XC60 is offered in two variant options and so two different powertrains. The base B5 Plus is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine and a 48-volt mild hybrid system with an integrated starter generator (ISG) positioned between the engine and transmission making 14 PS and 40 Nm.

Together the engine and ISG make a total system output of 263 PS at 6,000 rpm along with a peak torque of 390 Nm from 1,800 to 4,800 rpm.

The drive is sent to the wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drivetrain.

The XC60 Recharge T8 Ultimate Plug-in Hybrid model’s powertrain setup, on the other hand, includes a 317 hp/400 Nm 2.0-liter turbo four-pot engine along with a rear e-motor that contributes 145 PS and 309 Nm. The total system output rests at 462 PS and 709 Nm.

The e-AWD layout includes an 8-speed automatic transmission unit. And the electric motor now gets a bigger 18.8 kWh battery which previously showcased a capacity of 11.6 kWh.

Performance

The above-mentioned powertrain setup allows the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 6.9 seconds with the top speed limited to 180 kmph. The Recharge T8 Ultimate, obviously, gets the same top speed, however, the model completes the century sprint in 4.8 seconds.

The e-motor offers an electric-only range of 81 km.

Also Read: 2023 Volvo V60 Recharge T8 Ultimate: What’s new

Exterior

Volvo Car Malaysia is yet to fully reveal the full exterior design configuration of the new 2023 XC60, however, there is some info we know for sure. For instance, the XC60 Recharge T8 Ultimate model benefits from the automaker’s new R-Design exterior package, thus saying goodbye to the old Inscription design theme. Part of the R-Design kit is a square-mesh grille, an “X-wing” profile front bumper, and a more expressive rear bumper. The model also gets full LED headlights with Active High Beam and active bending lights.

As for the base XC60 B5 Plus model, Volvo hasn’t explicitly stated the exterior package. However, we expect to see quite a few new inclusions compared to the previous gen model.

The only thing that experienced a change are the wheels, the model gets new 19-inch five-V-spoke black diamond-cut alloys. The PHEV model, on the other hand, rides on five-double spoke black diamond-cut units, measuring 19 inches.

Interior

The cabin is no less in comfort and connectivity front with most of the features carried forward from the previous gen model. The 2023 XC60 specs sheet features -

• Android Automotive OS-based infotainment system with a nine-inch touchscreen
• 600-watt, 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system
• Higher-end Bowers & Wilkins setup with 1,100 watts of amplifications and 15 speakers (limited to PHEV trim)

• Dual-zone climate control
• Powered front seats with memory function
• Lumbar adjustability (PHEV trim only)
• An Orrefors crystal gear knob (PHEV trim only)
• A head-up display (PHEV trim only)

Safety

The all-new XC60 showcases the same, strong safety profile remains the same as the previous-gen model. Part of the kit is -

• Collision avoidance with pedestrian, cyclist, and large animal detection as well as steering support and braking
• Pilot Assist Level 2 semi-autonomous driving capability
• Lane-keeping assist
• Blind spot monitoring with steering assist
• A 360-degree camera
• Run-off road mitigation
• Front and rear collision warning and mitigation support
• Rear cross-traffic alert with braking

Upholstery & colour options

Exterior hues	B5 Plus: Crystal White, Onyx Black, Denim Blue, Bright Dusk Recharge T8 Ultimate: Crystal White, Onyx Black, Fusion Red, Bright Dusk
Cabin upholstery & decor	B5 Plus: Charcoal Moritz & Maroon Brown Moritz upholstery; Linear Lime decor & Metal Mesh decor Recharge T8 Ultimate: Charcoal Open Grid Textile & Metal Mesh decor

Overall, the 2023 Volvo XC60 reflects a significant upgrade over the previous gen model. Also, the RM 2k price hike seems very much justifiable against all the improvements.

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