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The 2026 Volvo XC60 B5 AWD is a mid-size SUV designed for families or individuals who want a spacious, comfortable, and safe vehicle.
In the Volvo lineup, it is positioned between the Volvo XC40 and the Volvo XC90. It is based on an architecture featuring a gasoline mild-hybrid powertrain coupled with all-wheel drive.
Discover the complete technical sheet for the 2026 Volvo XC60 in this article.
What about the engine and transmission?
The XC60 B5 AWD is equipped with a B420T11 engine, a direct-injection inline 4-cylinder turbo, with a displacement of 1969 cm³. It features an aluminum block and cylinder head, with a high compression ratio of 11.5:1. Each cylinder has 4 valves, controlled by a Dual Overhead Camshaft (DOHC). The ignition sequence is 1-3-4-2, and the idle speed is set at 875 ± 50 rpm.
Maximum power reaches 247 hp between 5400 and 5700 rpm, for a torque of 266 lb-ft (361 Nm) available between 2000 and 4500 rpm. The engine is paired with an ISG (Integrated Starter Generator system) with an output of 13 hp at 3300 rpm, supplemented by a 10 kW (40 Nm) electric motor.
The transmission is an 8-speed automatic gearbox (AWF8G45), with a final drive ratio of 3.329, ensuring an optimal balance between dynamism and efficiency.
What are the road performance figures for the 2026 Volvo XC60?
The XC60 B5 AWD goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, with a maximum speed limited to 180 km/h. The homologated fuel consumption figures are:
- City: 10.0 L/100 km
- Highway: 7.8 L/100 km
- Combined: 9.0 L/100 km
The electric rack-and-pinion steering ensures exemplary driving precision, even at high speeds, while the AWD system optimizes traction on all types of surfaces.
What is the chassis behavior like?
The XC60's chassis features a front suspension with superimposed double wishbones, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, and a stabilizer bar. As an option, adaptive air suspension allows for real-time comfort adjustment.
At the rear, the vehicle adopts an integral axle with a composite transverse leaf spring, combining strength and compactness. This is all accompanied by optional active shock absorbers.
The electric rack-and-pinion steering offers a ratio of 16.6:1, with 3 turns of the steering wheel lock-to-lock. The turning circle is 11.4 m (curb-to-curb).
Braking is provided by a complete ABS + EBD + EBA system, with front discs of 322 to 400 mm (28 to 38 mm thick) and rear discs of 302 to 320 mm. The vehicle stops from 100 to 0 km/h in 36 meters.
What are the dimensions of the 2026 Volvo XC60?
The XC60 displays generous dimensions: 4708 mm long, 1902 mm wide (excluding arches), and a 2865 mm wheelbase. The ground clearance reaches 209 mm, with optimized off-road angles: approach 21.2°, breakover 20.8°, departure 23.4°. It can cross snowbanks up to 400 mm deep.
The curb weight varies from 1883 to 1916 kg, for a GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of 2450 kg. The braked towing capacity reaches 2400 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 71 liters, and the maximum roof load is 100 kg. The Cd is 0.32, with a frontal area of 2.61 m².
What is the interior space of the 2026 Volvo XC60 like?
The XC60's cabin offers first-class comfort. Headroom with the panoramic roof is 966 mm in the front and rear. Legroom is 1055 mm in the front and 965 mm in the rear.
Shoulder room reaches 1478 mm in the front and 1430 mm in the rear, while hip room is 1433 mm / 1408 mm.
The trunk offers a volume of 613 L (seats in place) up to 1543 L in maximum configuration. The load floor measures 1746 mm long (front seat folded), with an opening height of 776 mm and a maximum width of 1020 mm.
Final Word
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