2019 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid SUV

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Rating7.5

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Compact SUV
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$52,900 - $60,250
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Plenty of luxurious amenities are available

The infotainment UI isn't the most intuitive out there

Improved EV driving range

Elegant and inviting interior design charms everyone

Though pleasant, the ride quality could've been more engaging

Introduces haptic feedback and pilot assist features

Hushed and comfortable ride quality one-ups its rivals

Kind of lacking in cubby spaces inside the cabin

Uses 12.3-inch Digital Driver display as the standard display

A fuel efficient powertrain helps keep the fuel bills in check

Specs & Features

$52,900

price

400 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Armed with a 2.0L twincharged Inline-4 engine and a 10.4 kWh battery, fused to a 8-Speed Automatic transmission, the 2019 Volvo XC60 PHEV makes 400 horsepower and 472 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 313 horsepower while the electric motor manages 87 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2019 Volvo XC60 PHEV cover 0-60 in 5.4 seconds. You can drive the XC60 for 17 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for small trips in the city. Combined, the XC60 PHEV achieves an impressive 58 MPGe combined while getting 26 mpg from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP $52,900, the XC60 PHEV goes against the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e. Other than this, the American market offers a good deal in MHEVs with the Lexus RX 450h and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Buying Advice

Our recommendation while shopping for the 2019 Volvo XC60 plug-in-hybrid is the Momentum T8 trim. This trim level starts at an MSRP of $52,900 and offers all the necessary safety features as well as the creature comfort features. With the well-loaded T8 Momentum at hand, it makes no sense to spend extra bucks on the high-level trims. 

Trims

    T8 Momentum
    $52,900 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    T8 R-Design
    $59,750 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    T8 Inscription
    $60,250 onwards
    • Five USB ports (1 standard)

Compare to similar cars

Price

$52,900- $60,250

Engine

plug-in-hybrid

Rating

7.52

Horsepower

400 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

Capacity

5

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$44,300- $60,050

Gasoline

7.28

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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$32,280- $45,365

Gasoline

6.62

250 hp @ 5000 rpm

310 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

7

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$66,300- $104,900

plug-in-hybrid

7.37

400 hp @ 6000 rpm

472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

7

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2019 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.4 sec--
    5.3 sec13.7 sec140 mph
    6.9 sec15.4 sec-
    7.2 sec14.8 sec134 mph

    2019 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      25 mpg28 mpg26 mpg13.2 gal.-
      26 mpg30 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.481/555 mi.
      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg19 gal.418/532 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.390/526.5 mi.

      2019 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        184.6 in.83.3 in.65.3 in.8.5 in.112.8 in.
        199.4 in.77.5 in.69 in.8.8 in.115.3 in.
        196.2 in.77.7 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        194.9 in.84.3 in.69.9 in.9.4 in.117.5 in.

        2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid

        Ranked #4

        193.7 in.86.4 in.66.8 in.8.3 in.114 in.

        2019 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          37.8 cu.ft.103 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.
          15 cu.ft.132.7 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.
          15.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
          14.4 cu.ft.135.1 cu.ft.71.2 cu.ft.

          2019 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            63.3 cu.ft.37.8 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.
            7.8 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.71.2 cu.ft.
            85.7 cu.ft.15.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
            93.8 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.

            2019 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1168 lbs.4691 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1568 lbs.5068 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1336 lbs.4032 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1453 lbs.4217 lbs.

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