Volvo Cars has announced a significant refresh for the XC60 for the upcoming model year, focusing on enhancing user experience, modernizing design, and improving comfort. These updates are complemented by a faster and more responsive infotainment system, ensuring the Xc60 Volvo remains at the forefront of the mid-size SUV segment. The broader Volvo model range also benefits from several notable enhancements.
Since its debut in 2017, the xc60 volvo has consistently been Volvo Cars’ best-selling model globally and a leading plug-in hybrid in Europe. With over 1.5 million units sold worldwide, the year 2024 marked a record sales performance for the XC60, demonstrating its enduring popularity and appeal.
Erik Severinson, chief product and strategy officer at Volvo Cars, emphasizes the customer-centric approach of these updates: “With its cutting-edge user experience, modernised Scandinavian design, improved comfort, and even more luxurious interior, the XC60 sets the standard even higher for mid-size SUVs,” he stated. “The improvements focus on what we believe matters most to our customers. These upgrades ensure a more enjoyable and exclusive experience, with the car set to get better over time thanks to over-the-air updates.”
Orders for the refreshed xc60 volvo are open now in select markets, with availability and timing varying by region for the 2026 model year versions.
New Generation User Experience and Enhanced Infotainment in the Volvo XC60
The updated xc60 volvo features Volvo Cars’ next-generation user experience, boasting a redesigned interface that is both safer and more intuitive. The infotainment system is now more personalized and streamlined compared to previous versions, integrating several built-in Google services.
As announced previously, Volvo is rolling out this new UX across its entire range, with all new Volvo cars leaving factories this year equipped with it. Furthermore, approximately 2.5 million existing Volvo customers globally, with cars built as far back as 2020, will receive this upgrade via an over-the-air update later in the year.
A significant upgrade to the user interface is the inclusion of a larger 11.2-inch, free-standing central touchscreen in the xc60 volvo. This expanded screen real estate unlocks a wider array of features, applications, and seamless over-the-air updates. The display’s pixel density has been increased by 21 percent, resulting in sharper and clearer visuals.
Faster and More Responsive System Powered by Qualcomm in the Volvo XC60
The xc60 volvo’s infotainment system, powered by the next-generation Snapdragon Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm Technologies, delivers a significantly faster and more responsive performance. The new system operates more than twice as fast as its predecessor, with a remarkable ten-fold increase in graphics processing speed.
This leap in processing power translates to an infotainment system that is quicker to respond, displaying crucial information promptly and efficiently. This enhancement is designed to minimize driver distraction and contribute to overall safety.
Modern Scandinavian Design and Practicality in the Volvo XC60
The exterior of the refreshed xc60 volvo presents a more contemporary aesthetic to this premium five-seater SUV. A newly designed air intake, incorporating Volvo Cars’ iconic iron mark, aligns the XC60’s look with the recent design updates seen on the XC90. The refreshed model also introduces new wheel designs and darker rear light clusters, further enhancing its modern appeal.
Two new exterior colors, Forest Lake and Aurora Silver, are introduced with this model year for the xc60 volvo, while Mulberry Red will also become available for the first time on the XC60, expanding personalization options.
Inside the xc60 volvo, a selection of refreshed interior trims, inlays, and premium materials like Quilted Nordico and Navy Herringbone Weave create a more luxurious and modern cabin environment. The interior is designed for versatility and practicality, featuring intelligent storage solutions, redesigned cupholders, an improved wireless phone charger, and a flexible, spacious cargo area.
Enhanced Comfort and Premium Audio Experience in the Volvo XC60
The xc60 volvo prioritizes passenger comfort, offering an even quieter cabin and Volvo’s renowned seat comfort as standard. Optional air suspension and laminated windows are available for those seeking an even more refined and luxurious ride. The refreshed XC60 is also equipped with Volvo Cars’ advanced air purification technology, promoting enhanced well-being for all occupants.
For audiophiles, the xc60 volvo offers the optional Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system. Featuring a new speaker mesh design, this system is engineered to reproduce music with exceptional clarity and fidelity, aiming to deliver an audio experience that rivals some of the best car audio systems available.
The refreshed xc60 volvo represents a significant step forward for this popular mid-size SUV, combining enhanced technology, refined design, and superior comfort to maintain its position as a leader in its class.
