2026 Volvo V60 Expert Review
Reviewed by Bob Hernandez
Despite our best efforts, the share of station wagons on the new vehicle market continues to shrink. One of the last few to fight that good fight is the Volvo V60, one of two wagons still offered by the Swedish luxury car brand.
Only one version of the V60 returns this year, carried over from last year with few changes. The V60’s only recent direct luxury wagon competitor, the Audi A4 Allroad, was discontinued last year, so small luxury SUVs like the BMW X2 and Lexus UX are now its only rivals.
What’s New
Aurora Silver and Forest Lake are new exterior colors. Volvo also retires Platinum Gray, Silver Dawn, and Fusion Red.
The V60 Polestar Engineered plug-in hybrid model has been discontinued. That leaves the V60 Cross Country with its B5 AWD powertrain as the lineup’s only model.
What We Think
The station wagon may be a dying breed, but the V60 keeps the spirit alive with the rugged Cross Country variant, which offers stylish design, a spacious, upscale cabin, SUV-like practicality, good ride comfort, and plenty of tech, though we wish performance and handling were more engaging.
With the related S60 sedan discontinued, as well as the Polestar Engineered PHEV version, the V60’s days may be numbered. Those intrigued by its blend of versatility and design should consider acting soon.
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MotorTrend Tested
Every V60 features a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four mild hybrid engine making 247 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive. In MotorTrend testing, the V60 Cross Country posted a somewhat slowV60 Cross Country posted a somewhat slow 7.6-second 0–60 time.
MPGs and Range
Fuel economy ratings for the 2.0-liter turbo mild hybrid V60 are 24/31 mpg city/highway and 27 mpg combined, equating to roughly 429 miles of driving range. That’s not as good as the now-discontinued V60 T8 plug-in hybrid, which returns 74 mpg-e for 530 miles of range including an estimated 40 miles of all-electric driving.
Safety Features
- Automatic emergency braking
- Rear cross-traffic monitoring
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Lane keeping
- Road sign recognition
- Pilot Assist semi-autonomous driving tech
Cargo Space and Interior Room
Although the V60 and XC60 ride on the same Volvo Scalable Product Architecture, the wagon is 3 inches longer (188.5 inches) and 3.3 inches narrower (75.4 inches) than the small SUV. This helps give the V60 more front legroom and standard cargo capacity with the rear seats up.
Legroom (front/rear)
- Volvo V60: 42.3/35.2 inches
- Volvo XC60: 41.5/38.0 inches
Cargo Space (seats up/down)
- Volvo V60: 25.5/60.5 cubic feet
- Volvo XC60: 17.1/63.3 cubic feet
Technology
Infotainment
A 12.0-inch driver display and vertically oriented 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility are standard with every V60. Four USB ports and a wireless phone charger are included, as well.
Sound System
The base sound system features 10 speakers. Volvo also offers 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio above the entry-level model.
Available Upgrades
Niceties like a crystal gear selector, driftwood decor, tailored dash, and Nappa leather upholstery are available for the V60 interior. Ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and steering wheel, and a head-up display are also on offer.
Value
Standard Features
Although station wagons are facing an uncertain future, the V60 is still a great luxury model because of its attractive design, practical, well-equipped cabin, and commendable ride.
