How reliable is 2012 Volvo XC60?

How reliable is 2012 Volvo XC60?

Very safe and reliable car even at 100,000 miles Quality, comfort, and reliability I would give the XC60 a 4 out of 5. Very nice vehicle for a 2012 model. Blind spots are next to none. We feel very safe driving it.

Should I buy a 2012 Volvo XC60?

The 2012 Volvo XC60’s impressive blend of performance and comfort should satisfy the majority of shoppers looking for a small luxury crossover. The T6’s turbocharged engine lacks the aural excitement one might expect, but its smooth and energetic power delivery make it the preferred XC60 engine.

Is the Volvo XC60 front wheel drive or 4 wheel drive?

Volvo’s XC60 SUV drives all 4 wheels, built on the Volvo SPA platform. Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. Carsguide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.

What are the models of the 2012 Volvo XC60?

An R-Design package was new to the XC60 last year. For 2012, Volvo has separated the lineup into base (3.2), T6, and T6 R-Design models, with the base model offered in Premier, Premier Plus, and Platinum trims, and the T6 models only in the latter two.

How does all wheel drive work in a Volvo?

Automatic all wheel drive, torque transfer to rear axle via viscous coupling when front wheels slip, electronic traction control on front wheels (TRACS – Volvo’s brand of traction control). TRACS system works on speeds up to 40kph (25mph).

What’s the difference between Volvo AWD and Haldex?

I ve been told that the early volvo awd on 850 awd and v70 system has more power transferred to the back wheels as opposed to later ones, before they switched to haldex. Volvo calls Haldex 3 & 4 Instant Traction, because it will activate the rear wheels with just 15 degrees (1/24th) of a front wheel spin.

Is the Volvo XC60 a 4 wheel drive car?

While it may not be able rival a Range Rover Evoque for go-anywhere ability, the AWD Volvo XC60 is more than capable of tackling muddy country lanes and flooded roads thanks to its four-wheel drive system, high ground clearance, strong diesel engine and hill descent control.

How much horsepower does a 2012 Volvo XC60 have?

The T6 R-Design also gets a power bump, while a newly optional Dynamic package adds to the T6 AWD an upgraded suspension and steering. The 2012 Volvo XC60 3.2 comes with a 3.2-liter inline-6 that produces 240 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive are standard, but all-wheel drive is optional.

Are there any Volvos that have all wheel drive?

Haldex Generation II automatic all wheel drive. In the US Volvo S60R and V70R was updated from Haldex II to Haldex III for the 2006 model year. Have you seen a better description of Volvo S60 Awd (2003-…), V70 Awd (2003-…), Xc 70 (2003-…), S60R Awd, V70R Awd on the web? Please send us the link to or post it in a comment below!

How big is the screen on a Volvo XC60?

The XC60 comes with DAB radio as standard, with USB and Bluetooth hands-free connectivity and a rather small five-inch colour display. Upgrading to the Sensus Connect system gives you a seven-inch screen, access to the Internet, a DVD player and hard drive for music storage – as well as sat-nav with lifetime updates.