2016 Volvo XC60 T5 Drive-E 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 2016 Volvo XC60 T5 Drive-E Platinum is a 245-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 6-speed geartronic automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $44,150 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
It makes 245 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The XC60 measures 182.8 inches long on a 109.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $44,150 ($59,786 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $45,145 ($61,134 *) |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0 L turbocharged I4 (VEA) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 245 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cyl |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.0 x 93.2 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Gasoline direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed Geartronic automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 26 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 | 182.8 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 | 20° |
| Departure Angle | 26.9° |
| 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)
- 2016 Volvo XC60 SUV AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 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
Nov 2, 2016 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence: If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89708.
NHTSA campaign 16V798000
Sep 2, 2015 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.
Consequence: If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting http://volvo.custhelp.com. Volvo's number for this recall is R39574.
NHTSA campaign 15V555000
38 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Volvo XC60
Owner Complaints
38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Volvo XC60 (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 15 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
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 2016 VOLVO XC60. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.