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2026 Volvo XC60

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

Class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles: 4dr SUV, PHEV 4dr SUV
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 247–455 hp
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Seats: 5
Fuel: Plug-in Hybrid, Hybrid
MPG (best): 28 combined · 28 city / 30 hwy
Length: 185 in
Curb weight: 4,120–4,683 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Strong performanceUp to 455 hp, versus about 275 hp for similar 2026 models.
Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2026 Volvo XC60 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 185 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,120 lb (4dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (28 city / 30 highway), 8% better than the 2026 small SUV average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,950 a year in fuel.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the visibility/wiper.

What changed for 2026

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 XC60 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 XC60 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine247 hp2.0L 4-cyl hybrid

Engine455 hp2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid

Transmission8-speed automatic

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

Ultra DarkPlus DarkCore

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Adaptive driving beamStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Torslanda, Gothenburg Municipality, VäStra GöTaland County

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 XC60 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
4dr SUV	185 in	74.8 in	65.4 in	113 in	65.4 / 65.4 in	4,120 lb	55/45
PHEV 4dr SUV	185 in	74.8 in	65.4 in	113 in	65.4 / 65.4 in	4,683 lb	55/45

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
XC60 T8 AWD Plug-in Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	28 / 28 / 28	+8%	$2,950	122
XC60 B5 AWD Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 30 / 26	0%	$3,150	343

7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

9/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $3,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

25.9 MPG2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Volvo XC60.

Similar 2026 small SUVs

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2026 Volvo XC60 (this car)	28 MPG	Not rated	3
2026 Tesla Model Y	357 mi	Not rated	8
2026 BMW X3	29 MPG	Not rated	2
2026 Lexus RX	36 MPG	Not rated	3
2026 Porsche Macan	21 MPG	Not rated	0
2026 Audi Q5	24 MPG	Not rated	0
2026 BMW X1	28 MPG	Not rated	2

Recalls (3)

Seats › Critical Fasteners · Nov 25, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V818000 · 3 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2026 XC60MHEV, 2018 and 2025 XC60 vehicles. The front seat bolts may have been improperly tightened, resulting in loose bolts.
Risk: A seat with loose bolts may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the front seat bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10345. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 5, 2025.

Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Sep 10, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V589000 · 1,357 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2026 Volvo XC90MHEV, XC60MHEV, V90CCMHEV, and V60CCMHEV vehicles. The torsion bar in the front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Risk: A damaged retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10340. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 17, 2025.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software · Jun 12, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V392000 · 11,469 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2026 Volvo XC60 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

16Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

5,917 miTypical mileage at failure

Visibility/Wiper5

Electrical System4

Service Brakes2

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking2

Unknown Or Other2

Vehicle Speed Control1

Tires1

Back Over Prevention1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Other XC60 years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2027 XC60	26	–	Not rated	0	0
2025 XC60	28	185 in	Not rated	4	37
2024 XC60	28	185 in	Not rated	3	24
2023 XC60	28	185 in	Not rated	6	55
2022 XC60	28	184.6 in	Not rated	7	75
2021 XC60	27	184.6 in	Not rated	5	50
2020 XC60	27	184.6 in	Not rated	7	23
2019 XC60	26	184.6 in	Not rated	8	37
2018 XC60	26	184.6 in	Not rated	5	36
2017 XC60	26	182.7 in	Not rated	4	16
2016 XC60	26	182.7 in	Not rated	3	38
2015 XC60	27	182.3 in	Not rated	1	47

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →