Volvo XC60 Crossover 3.0 T6 R-Design Premium 4WD 5dr Review

For The Volvo XC60 3.0 T6 R-Design Premium 4WD has enough oomph to worry hot hatches, and R-Design trim gives the XC60 a sporty makeover, with sharper looks inside and out, as well as sports suspension.

Against This engine averages only 26.4mpg, and if that doesn't put you off, the high insurance could do - and the high emissions mean high tax bills for company users.

What Car? says

2 out of 5 stars

You’ll pay through the nose for the Volvo XC60 3.0 T6 R-Design Premium. Poor residual values and low average economy are just two of the drawbacks. Still, at least you'll have plenty of power.

What Car? readers say

4.375

Key facts

0–60mph: 6.9 secs
Top speed: 130 mph
Average mpg: 26.4
Tank range: 407 miles

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The full Volvo XC60 review

Performance
3 out of 5 stars
Decent pace, but engines aren’t the most flexible
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Brilliant balance between the two
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
Gruff engines can't spoil the calm
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Choose carefully and it's a sound buy
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Looks and feels great
Safety & Security
5 out of 5 stars
All you’d expect, plus more besides
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Well arranged and comfortable
Space & Practicality
5 out of 5 stars
Doesn't get much better than this
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
All cars are well kitted

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

Despite its big wheels, elevated ground clearance and butch looks, the XC60 isn’t a serious off-roader, but more of a classy, rugged family-ferrying crossover.

There are three five-cylinder diesel models available, all of which provide decent performance. The turbocharged 281bhp 3.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine has masses of oomph, but it's very thirsty.

Entry-level ES models come with alloy wheels, four electric windows, plus climate and cruise controls.

Upgrading to SE spec brings automatic wipers and an electric driver’s seat with memory, while SE Lux brings leather upholstery, satellite-navigation, cornering lights and parking sensors.

Sporty R-Design models get a beefy bodykit, metallic interior trim and a Sports chassis with stiffer suspension and more direct steering.

Reader test team says:

Volvo XC60 Crossover 2.4 D5 215 SE Premium 4WD auto 5dr

puchaced this car seond hand 18000 mls one of the best i have owned where volvo get ther 40 mpg from would like to know average 33 max must have done…

keith smith

4 out of 5 stars