2010 Volvo XC60 U.S. Pricing Announced

The New Volvo XC60

By Thami Masemola
January 30, 2009 3:04 PM
Filed Under: European, Pricing, Volvo

Volvo Cars of North America has revealed prices for the XC60 compact SUV. The starting price is US$37,200. The vehicle comes with a 3.0-litre gasoline turbo T6 engine and AWD. It delivers 281hp and maximum torque of 295 lb.-ft.

A host of features are included in the base price, such as a panoramic roof (limited time only). Other standard goodies include heated front and rear seats, HD Radio technology with USB and AUX ports, Bluetooth connectivity, leather seats and a SIRIUS satellite radio with a six month complimentary subscription.

For extra cash buyers can choose from a host of options that comprise a DVD-based navigation system with an integrated rear-view camera, a lane departure warning system and Volvo's Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) amongst others.

 


Press Release (Click to expand)

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Anticipation is growing as Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, (VCNA) today announced pricing of the exciting new 2010 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD small premium utility. With a starting price of just $37,200* for the well-equipped XC60, buyers will have it all: Class-leading safety, stunning design and unrivaled driving dynamics. The new Volvo XC60 goes on sale this March.

The XC60 is Volvo's entry into the growing small premium utility segment. Features such as leather seating surfaces with a power driver's seat, SIRIUS satellite radio (with complimentary six-month subscription), hands-free Bluetooth connectivity, HD Radio technology with USB and AUX ports are all standard. As a special introductory offer, the unique Panorama moonroof will be offered at no charge. Customers may also opt for Volvo's DVD-based navigation system with integrated back-up camera and two new colors: Lime Grass Green or Terra Bronze.

Continuing Volvo's quest as a pioneer and leader in vehicle safety systems, the XC60 introduces a new world's first -- City Safety -- as standard equipment. City Safety is a driver-support system aimed at preventing or mitigating collisions occurring at speeds of 19 mph or less.

The new Volvo XC60 is the first production expression of Volvo's new design DNA. As a crossover, it artfully blends a dynamic mix of two car styles. Down below, the unmistakable, immensely capable XC pumps up its muscles creating a strong athletic body that is mated with high ground clearance and large wheels. Up top the flowing lines create the sporty charisma of a coupe.

The 3.0-liter turbocharged T6 engine is based on Volvo's naturally aspirated 3.2-liter inline all-aluminum six-cylinder that was introduced in the Volvo S80 in 2008. The T6 delivers 281 horsepower with torque of no less than 295 lb.-ft., combining for best-in-class performance. Maximum torque is available from just 1,500 rpm and remains on tap throughout the rev range. The result is swift acceleration and impressive passing performance. Volvo's all-wheel-drive system with Instant Traction is standard in the new XC60.

The XC60 is also included in Volvo's recently announced Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance program, which covers the first three years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first). Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance helps reduce the cost of ownership by providing customers the first four maintenance visits to their Volvo retailer as complimentary. A wide range of services are covered by the program, including oil and filter changes, cabin filter replacement, complete fluid level top-offs and a check of the vehicle's on-board diagnostic system.

VCNA, part of Volvo Car Corporation in Gothenburg, Sweden, provides marketing, sales, parts, service, technology and training support to Volvo automobile retailers in the United States, and oversees Volvo operations in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

The 2009 Volvo Cars model lineup includes the award-winning S40 and its wagon counterpart the V50; the award-winning XC90; the sporty S60 sedan; the flagship S80 luxury sedan; versatile V70 wagon and rugged XC70 (Cross Country); the stunning C70 retractable hardtop convertible and the dynamic C30.

2010 Volvo XC60 T6 Pricing

MSRP

$37,200

Destination Charge

$825

OPTION PACKAGES

Climate Package

$1,000

Heated front seats

Heated rear seats

Heated windshield washer nozzles

Rainsensor windshield wipers

Headlamp washers

Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)

Humidity Sensor

Technology Package

$2,700

Dynaudio® Premium Sound System, Dolby Pro-Logic II® Surround Sound, 650-watt amplifier, 12 Dynaudio® speakers, rear seat headphone jacks, audio controls

Volvo Navigation System with Real Time Traffic, DVD map data and remote control

Rear Park Assist Camera

Collision Avoidance Package

$1,695

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Collision Warning with Auto Brake (CWAB)

Distance Alert (DA)

Driver Alert Control (DAC)

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Convenience Package

$1,000

Grocery bag holder

12V power outlet in cargo area

Front and rear park assist

Power tailgate

Homelink remote garage door opener

OPTIONS

Black Sapphire Metallic

$525

Electric Silver Metallic

$675

Maple Red Pearl

$525

Barrents Blue

$525

Silver Metallic

$525

Lime Grass Green Pearl

$525

Savile Grey Pearl

$525

Terra Bronze Pearl

$525

Dual onboard two-stage child booster seats with adaptive seatbelts and power child rear door locks

$495

Dual Xenon with Gas Discharge Headlights with Active Bending Light

$800

Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)

$695

Personal Car Communicator (PCC) with Keyless drive

$550

Nordic Light Oak inlays

$295

Panorama moonroof

n/c

 

Comments

politz
January 30, 2009 5:25 PM
Interesting to notice Volvo has given it a pretty high price point in the American market... in Brazil, where the XC60 T6 has just arrived, it has made some big news exactly for its surprisingly low price, starting at something around R$130,000 (or US$65,000), which is lower than a base model Land Rover Freelander, a Ford Edge or even a frugal Toyota RAV4! That means, actually, US$40,000 less than its self proclaimed competition, such as the Q5 or the GLK... and nearly HALF the price of a base model XC90!

Still, we don't know how Volvo Brazil has managed to bring a 280hp crossover for the same price of a four-banger S40, but its sure an impressive and unusual move from a premium brand.

Beetle
January 30, 2009 7:13 PM
Do these still have problems with the tyres wearing out too quickly?

BabyMilo
January 31, 2009 12:52 AM
I like it, it is just a shame that it is this small though, becuase it is too small for us to have as a family car

Grey
March 5, 2009 12:50 AM
BEAUTIFUL! but ummm the MSRP is higher than the XC90?!?! it come pretty loaded though so that kinda justifying the price tag but how about for those who wants it just a basic car with a nice bod and the volvo name? I think the size is right for a family of 3-4 I dont know why they insist on driving Tahoes and Armadas. who need all that room??? most of the time it's the soccer mom driving around by herself to the mall after droppin the brats off at practice anyways lol

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