2012 Volvo XC60 AWD T6 Platinum
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- Photo: Volvo XC60 D3 – Frontansicht, 16. April 2011, Hilden by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009-2011 Volvo XC60 D5 Teknik wagon (2016-01-24) 02 by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volvo 2010 XC60 Right Side by Tabercil from Canadian, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volvo XC60 D3 – Heckansicht, 16. April 2011, Hilden by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volvo XC60 T5 SE interior by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Volvo XC60 AWD T6 Platinum is a 300-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 with a 6-speed geartronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $43,400 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 300 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 325 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The XC60 measures 182.2 inches long on a 109.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $43,400 ($61,433 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $44,275 ($62,671 *) |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0 L turbocharged I6 (SI6) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cyl |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.0 x 93.2 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multiport fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed Geartronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.15 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.37 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.56 |
| 4th Gear | 1.16 |
| 5th Gear | 0.86 |
| 6th Gear | 0.69 |
| Reverse | 3.39 |
| Final Drive | 3.75 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, coil springs, hydraulic dampers, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, coil springs, hydraulic dampers, stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Stabilizer bar |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Stabilizer bar |
| Turning Diameter | 38.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.9 in (328 mm) ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.9 in (302 mm) ventilated |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 182.2 in |
| Width | 74.4 in |
| Height | 65.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in |
| Front Track | 64.3 in |
| Rear Track | 62.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 9.1 in |
| Approach Angle | 22° |
| Departure Angle | 27° |
| Cargo Volume | 17.5 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (17.6 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2012 Volvo XC60 SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Volvo XC60. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 30, 2020 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Consequence: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
NHTSA campaign 20V378000
Mar 14, 2012 · STRUCTURE:BODY
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60 AND XC60 PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN INCORRECT MIXTURE OF UNDERBODY COATING AND OVER-APPLICATION CAN RESULT IN RIGID, ICICLE-LIKE AREAS HANGING FROM VEHICLE’S UNDERCARRIAGE.
Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE UNDERBODY COATING MAY PENETRATE THE FUELS LINES AND CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE UNDERCARRIAGE, AND IF EXCESSIVE UNDERBODY COATING IS FOUND IN THE FUEL LINE AREA, IT WILL BE REMOVED. IF THE INSPECTION REVEALS THAT THE FUEL LINES ARE DAMAGED, THEY WILL BE REPLACED. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 25, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CUSTOMER CARE CENTER AT 1-800-458-1552.
NHTSA campaign 12V101000
Feb 28, 2012 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60, XC60, S80 AND XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 16, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2011. IN THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN ATTACHED PROPERLY TO THE SEAT FRAME. AS A RESULT, WHEN THE SEATS ARE MOVED TO ADJUST THE SEATING POSITION, THE WIRE HARNESS MAY GET PULLED, CAUSING IT TO DISCONNECT.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF CRASH, THE FRONT AND/OR SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS MAY DEPLOY IMPROPERLY OR NOT AT ALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. ALSO, THE LAP BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT DEPLOY.
Remedy: VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, SECURE THE SEAT WIRE HARNESS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
NHTSA campaign 12V075000
46 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Volvo XC60
Owner Complaints
46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Volvo XC60 (2 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility/Wiper | 19 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 VOLVO XC60. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.