Geneva Motor Show 2017: Volvo Unveils New XC60; Will Come To India

The new-generation Volvo XC60 made its public debut today at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. It was Thomas Ingenlath who introduced the world to the all-new Volvo XC60 and it is he who is helping the company move to a new design direction. The XC60 is all set to take on the likes of the Audi Q5, BMW X3, Mercedes GLC, and Porsche Macan when it goes on sale later in 2017.

By Ameya Naik

1 mins read

Published on March 7, 2017

Highlights

The new-gen Volvo XC60 is built on Volvo's SPA platform
The XC60 rivals the likes of Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Mercedes GLC
The cabin is luxurious and loaded with features

It was Thomas Ingenlath who introduced the world to the all-new Volvo XC60 and it is he who is helping the company move to a new design direction. Volvo's design head has certainly changed our perspective of Volvo's and it all began with the XC90, followed by the S90 and then the V90 Wagon. The design has worked phenomenally well with all these cars and it's now time to bring it out in the all-new 2018 XC60. The XC60 is all set to take on the likes of the Audi Q5, BMW X3, Mercedes GLC, and Porsche Macan when it goes on sale later in 2017. New-Generation Volvo XC60 The XC60 is built on Volvo's Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) which pushes the front wheels farther forward than before, improving the dash-to-axle ratio. It looks brilliant in that Bursting Blue colour and trust Volvo to give it those sharp creases and a beefy looking exterior. There's a resemblance to the XC90, no doubt but this one is the athletic and chirpier looking younger brother. The cabin also takes inspiration from the XC90 and the new XC60 comes with luxe interiors with finishes, and luscious blond nappa leather which remind you of a Bentley. Well considering Robin Page (the head of interior design at Volvo) was associated with the company, that's expected. New-Gen Volvo XC60 Cabin The XC60's instrument panel comes with a flowing ribbon of textured aluminum or wood veneer. The XC60 borrows most of its mechanical bits and driver-facing tech from the XC90, including the portrait-oriented center screen which gets the company's Sensus infotainment system. The control knobs are similar to those of its elder brother and they're jewel-like. There's a four-zone climate control on offer and a Bowers & Wilkins sound system. As in the 90 Series cars, smartphone integration with CarPlay and Android Auto is also available. New-Gen Volvo XC60 Infotainment System "We have a strong heritage in designing stylish and dynamic SUVs that offer the latest in technology. The new XC60 will be no exception. It's the perfect car for an active lifestyle, and it represents the next step in our transformation plan," said Hakan Samuelsson, President and Chief Executive, Volvo Car Group. New-Gen Volvo XC60 Rear The new XC60 gets the T8 Twin Engine petrol plug-in hybrid at the top of the powertrain range, delivering 401 bhp and accelerating from 0-100 Km/h in just 5.3 seconds. The other powertrains include the diesel D4 engine at 187 bhp and the D5 with PowerPulse technology delivering 231 bhp. There is also the petrol-powered T5 delivering 250 bhp and the T6, which with both turbo and superchargers attached, delivers 315 bhp and 400 Nm of torque. Volvo plans to launch the car in India this year and we can't wait to see it in the flesh and drive it soon.