Volvo XC60 Facelift India Launch On August 1

Volvo India will launch the XC60 facelift next month. Unveiled globally earlier this year, the 2026 XC60 will be launched in India on August 1, bringing with it a few minor cosmetic updates along with a revision to the features list.

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On the design front, the updated XC60 gets an updated grille carrying the Volvo iron mark, new bumpers front and rear, as well as revised lighting elements for the tail lamps. Alloy wheel designs, too are expected to be new.

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Inside, the biggest change is the new 11.2-inch touchscreen, which Volvo claims offers improved pixel density along with featuring a new-gen Snapdragon Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm, allowing for faster graphics and improved responsiveness. The cabin also features new trim inserts, while the audio system is also updated. The XC60 also gets the option for air suspension in global markets. Expect most of these new features to be offered on the India spec model alongside the features already offered on the current model. 

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The current India-spec car is quite feature-loaded, featuring a Bowers & Wilkins audio system, a panoramic glass roof, four-zone climate control, 360-degree cameras, a 12.3-inch digital instruments display, ADAS functions, heated, ventilated and massage front seats and more. 

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On the powertrain front, expect the XC60 to continue to be offered with a 48V mild-hybrid 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. Expect power figures to be identical to the current model, which develops 247 bhp and 360 Nm of peak torque and will be paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox as standard. The SUV is also expected to continue to be offered with all-wheel drive as standard.

The updated XC60 will go up against the likes of the Audi Q5, BMW X3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC.