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Versatility meets adventure: The Volvo V60 Cross Country
The Volvo V60 is the ultimate family car, and if you’re an adventurer at heart, the Cross Country version is designed just for you. Take your family on short or long trips and create new and unforgettable memories!
Discover more about an adventurous car with powerful engines, offering a well-stocked and safe interior above all.
The Volvo car as adventurous as you are
While SUVs are often equated with family-friendly travel adventures, the Volvo V60 Wagon will change your mind. For one thing, there’s plenty of room for both front and rear passengers and luggage. The trunk alone can hold up to 519 litres of cargo space.
All-Terrain Mastery: The Volvo V60 Cross Country, ready to conquer any challenge
On the other hand, its capabilities are second to none: with the Swedish manufacturer, nothing is left to chance and the family car is equipped with all-wheel drive as a standard feature. This make it capable of handling all conditions: bring on the snow, ice, mud!
The Volvo V60 Cross Country also features optional 20-inch wheels as well as higher ground clearance and Hill Descent Control. Its Touring chassis gives it all the ruggedness you need for your travels. As the name suggests, it literally lets you cross the country!
Thermal and hybrid engines
The Cross Country is powered by a non-hybrid T5 engine, a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder with 250 horsepower.
With higher trim levels, the T6 engine develops an impressive 316 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque through mild hybridization. What is Volvo mild hybrid? It’s a combination of a combustion engine and a 48-volt battery that adds power while reducing fuel consumption.
Finally, you can opt for a plug-in hybrid version, the Volvo V60 Polestar, for even more exhilarating performance. Here’s how the available engines compare:
|
Engine |
Power |
Torque |
Fuel Economy On-Road |
|
T5 |
250 horsepower |
258 lb-ft |
7.7 L/100 km (Cross Country) |
|
T6 |
316 horsepower |
295 lb-ft |
7.5 L/100 km |
|
T8 Polestar |
415 horsepower |
494 lb-ft |
7.0 L/100 km |
The V90 is also capable of towing loads of up to 3,500 lbs.
Sleek elegance
When you opt for a Volvo, you also want to enjoy the sleek elegance of a luxurious interior. Premium fabric, leather or Nappa leather are available to choose your comfort level, in a variety of colors:
- Black
- Tan
- Amber
- Brown
Going with Nappa leather? It comes with luxury features like seat ventilation, 10-point massage and 4-zone temperature control to keep your passengers happy. Volvo V60 reviews agree:
“The best part remains the well-felt attention paid to the design of the front seats,
which greatly minimize driving fatigue while providing exquisite support.”
Éric LeFrançois, L’Annuel de l’automobile
Smart tech at your fingertips
Technology includes smartphone connectivity, voice command and wireless charging, to name a few. The My Volvo app allows you to, among other things:
- Preheat your car
- Locate your car
- Lock and unlock your car
- Transmit destinations to the navigation system
- And much more
Travel with peace of mind
Going on a trip often means driving long distances with your young ones, and sometimes alertness can be compromised. There’s no shortage of driver assistance technology in the Volvo V60: it keeps you informed of blind spots, cross traffic and obstacles in front. Emergency braking and steering assist technologies get you back on track when necessary.
The integrated safety system also informs you about difficult road conditions to better plan your route, a feature that is especially useful when driving in unfamiliar areas!
So, if you’re looking for a family car that will take you and your family on the road in all types of weather, the new Volvo V60 Cross Country is certainly the right model for you. Volvo, a brand you can trust for life.
Luxury awaits: Discover the Volvo V60 at Volvo West Island
Near Highway 40 and just a few minutes from Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, your Volvo West Island dealer awaits you with an inventory of luxurious cars. Find your Volvo V60 for sale or any other model that catches your eye!
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