2017 Volvo XC60 global production commences, Indian launch in late-2017

28/04/2017 - 15:13 | ,   | Sagar Parikh

Priced from 4,22,900 kr (INR 30,72,649.15) in Sweden.

Volvo Cars has announced that it has started production of the all-new 2017 Volvo XC60 in Torslanda, Sweden. The new generation Volvo XC60 starts at 4,22,900 kr (INR 30,72,649.15) in Sweden.

2017 Volvo XC60 Torslanda plant
The 2017 Volvo XC60 is based on the in-house developed SPA platform.

One of the best-selling models in the Swedish automaker's 90-year history, the Volvo XC60 has now entered its second generation and rides on the in-house developed SPA platform that underpins the three 90 series models. The XC60 accounts for around 30% of Volvo's total global sales and the company has given it a complete makeover with the lifecycle update.

The 2017 Volvo XC60 measures 4,688 mm in length, 1,902 mm in width and 1,658 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,865 mm. The redesigned model is 44 mm longer, 11 mm wider and 55 mm taller, and has a 91 mm longer wheelbase. It is available with two petrol and two diesel engine options. For those looking for an eco-friendly option, Volvo offers the T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid.

2017 Volvo XC60 - Powertrain

  • T5 AWD - B4204T23 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, 187 kW (254 hp)/350 Nm
  • T6 AWD - B4204T27 2.0-litre supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, 235 kW (320 hp)/400 Nm
  • D4 AWD - D4204T14 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, 140 kW (190 hp)/400 Nm
  • D5 AWD - D4204T23 2.0-litre twin-turbo four-cylinder diesel engine, 173 kW (235 hp)/480 Nm
  • T8 AWD - B4204T35 2.0-litre supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor, 300 kW (407 hp)/640 Nm.

New Volvo XC60 rear at the Geneva Motor Show Live
The 2017 Volvo XC60 is available in Inscription, R-Design and Momentum grades.

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The 2017 Volvo XC60 is available in Inscription, R-Design and Momentum grades. Full-LED headlights with "Thor's Hammer" LED daytime running lights, 22-inch wheels, LED tail lights, hands-free tailgate, 12-inch driver display, 9-inch Sensus Connect touchscreen infotainment system, CleanZone four-zone climate system and 1,100-watt 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system with a 12-channel amplifier are some of the equipment highlights of the all-new Volvo XC60.

The 2017 Volvo XC60 is expected to arrive in India later this year.

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