2023 Volvo XC60 B5 FWD Core
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- Photo: 2023 Volvo XC60 T8 R-Line front by LuvsMG481, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VOLVO XC60 (SPA) China (38) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VOLVO XC60 (SPA) China (37) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: Volvo XC60 T8 Ultra (MY25) interior by JzG, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2023 Volvo XC60 B5 FWD Core is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an 8-speed geartronic automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $43,450 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $43,450 |
| MSRP with Destination | $44,545 |
| Destination Charge | $1,095 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0 L turbocharged I4 (VEA) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| 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 | 8-speed Geartronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 5.25 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.029 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.95 |
| 4th Gear | 1.457 |
| 5th Gear | 1.221 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.809 |
| 8th Gear | 0.673 |
| Reverse | 4.015 |
| Final Drive | 3.329 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Volvo XC60. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 23, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
NHTSA campaign 25V908000
May 8, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
NHTSA campaign 25V282000
Mar 22, 2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely detected for the emergency call system (e-call) and display "e-Call Service Required" in the driver information module (DIM).
Consequence: The false warning message could prevent the detection of an actual e-call system failure, which could delay an emergency response during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the telematics and connectivity antenna module (TCAM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10225.
NHTSA campaign 23V188000
Jan 19, 2023 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.
Consequence: A reduction in brake support functions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will release an over-the-air (OTA) BCM2 software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10217.
NHTSA campaign 23V012000
Oct 20, 2022 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence: The vehicle may lose drive power as the high voltage battery is depleted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.
NHTSA campaign 22V793000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2023 Volvo XC60MHEV
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Volvo XC60MHEV. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Tires | 1 |
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 2023 VOLVO XC60. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.