A Tesla M3 Owner Review of the XC60. We have a 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range that I have driven 56,469 miles during last 4 years. I absolutely love the Tesla, and it was a really hard decision to not go for another one when it was time to trade in my wife's 2011 GTI. As this is her car, and she still has range anxiety, we decided to take the plunge on this XC60. WOW, absolutely love it. We ordered in March, and had to wait until August to take delivery of our 2023 XC60 T8 Recharge Plus. Your review is spot on. We promptly took it out for a 2000 mile, week long road trip from Minneapolis to the Black Hills and surrounding sites. The only inaccuracy I noticed was that you absolutely can choose the gear for the transmission by rocking the shifter left and right. This came in handy with the long uphill climbs in the mountains. As a flat-lander from Minnesota, it was really nice to be able to use the regenerative breaking on steep declines without having to downshift or ride the brakes. This is a great use case for anyone enjoying spirited mountain driving. As for the lane keep assist, it compares pretty well against the basic Autopilot included on all Tesla's without Enhanced Autopilot or Full Self Driving. Lane changes with LKA enabled do not disable the system, which is great. While enabled, just signal your lane change and it gently blips the throttle automatically as you shift over. It then re-engages auto-steer as you center on your new lane seamlessly. Quite natural, and much less annoying than the Tesla that just plain disables auto-steer and bing-bongs at you when you start changing lanes, forcing you to re-enable when in the new lane, again bong-binging. For me, the Autopilot system on the Tesla still inspires more confidence, which helps reduce fatigue on long drives. To be fair, I have about 40000 miles on autopilot under my belt, so my confidence in it over the Volvo could just be my familiarity with the system. My only concern with getting a PHEV is long term reliability. The two drive-trains adds to complexity compared to a fully electric, but the added range and flexibility for road trips offsets that to a significant degree. We take some winter vacations up in Northern MN, and -30 degree weather can be brutal on BEV range, even if starting a BEV in extreme cold is a non-issue. Looking forward to seeing how the Volvo handles winter! Overall, the XC60 has been a fantastic choice for our needs while we wait for the charging network in our vast country to catch up to the needs of fully electric vehicles.

Being a Productspecialist at Volvo over here in Germany, I can honestly say this is the best review of a modern day Volvo on YT. All the good and bad things were mentioned and there is a lot of important information that is better communicated from Topher than from the manufacturer itself. Also love all the POV, because of the great variation from dream cars to vintage cars to daily drivers. Keep it up!

@edysinsimon8646

Жыл бұрын

I'd love to own the polestar models from Volvo however, I'm not entirely sold on the Chinese connection/build quality or anything from china tbh. If it's from Europe that's fine with me otherwise, no can do.

@jamesi1338

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New owner of an XC60 T8 Recharge Plus here. I love the car and took the time to post my response to this video with our experience so far. If you are a product specialist at Volvo who can influence technical sales documentation and training, I would highly suggest having solid technical details available for sales reps and customers who are shopping for these kinds of vehicles. I am an electrical engineer who drives a Tesla daily, so am an early adopter, and quite familiar with electric vehicle considerations. When I was trying to get details about the XC60 Recharge, my sales rep and his service staff didn't have many answers, and provided some incorrect ones in response to some of my inquiries. To be fair, I am much more familiar with electrical considerations than most customers when it comes to vehicle charging requirements, charging capacity, wall plug compatibility, etc. I am happy to elaborate if it would be helpful. The Volvo vehicles seem amazing (this is our first one), and I would hate for Volvo to lose sales due to customers not getting good and correct information about how to get the most out of their vehicle.

@leonschwed3241

Жыл бұрын

@@edysinsimon8646 Don't be concerend about quality or anything surrounding the car because of the Geely Ownership. Basically the only thing they do is pay for the "freedom" so Volvo and Polestar can do what they did envision. Polestar is getting a new factory in South Carolina where the S60 is already being built aswell as the new XC90. Depending on the Volvo Model only are small number of cars is build in China

@leonschwed3241

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesi1338 Thank you very much for the response and I am happy to hear you love the car, espacially it being the first Volvo for you. I wish you a fun and safe drive. Indeed technical knowledge is getting a bit short with the salesmen and women, in todays sales trainings it is not a huge topic. Volvo is changing this with the new job description of a productspecialist to give you someone right beside you with all the knowledge and experience without the direct need of selling the car to you due to commission or anything money related. First is customer experience and you starting to love and understand the car... the rest comes on its own. Brå aktur as they say in Sweden

@willy-theq-quintana923

Жыл бұрын

How the heck does the Polestar NOT have ventilated seats!?

this is probably topher's 26th time of reviewing a volvo car in the last 4 years, and im just amazed by how genuine he still sound like when he talks about the "beautiful beautiful interior", while even Volvo engineers might have a hard time to tell which model year the car is once you are sitting inside.

@Icehawks7

Жыл бұрын

Very true. My uncle in London had a 2017 that looked almost exactly the same (other than everything being on the opposite side as here in the U.S.) on the interior as this one. Needless to say he had switched brands when he got a new car last year.

@noname-JS

Жыл бұрын

It is! I own this exact car for a year now

@matthewmarshall3115

Жыл бұрын

it truly is a beautiful beautiful interior its timeless

@vishtux7

Жыл бұрын

Volvo keeps updating them every year.

@JakeDrives1

Жыл бұрын

I have an XC60. It really is beautiful. Total pleasure to live with.

I bought my '21 Polestar trim in May 2021. Upgraded 22" wheels. It has been through 2 maintenance checks and no issues. I tell everyone that it's my luxury yacht ⛵ Wise to get paint protection and wheel/tire insurance. So happy that unlike Topher I don't have the expenses of a wife or children so that I can easily afford this!

Finally CarPlay uses the whole display! Have a 2018 and it’s one of my biggest pet peeves with the car.

$70K Thank God they have Carplay.

I have a Silver dawn 2022+ E.R. Polestar Engineered. 5 months ago I went in for an Extended Range, R-model, & got this, E.R. Polestar Engineered instead. Traded in a loaded 2020 inscription T8. 👍 My first issue was, I wanted the drive mode switch back down on that wheel, ... But now I've gotten very proficient at switching drive modes on screen, & they tell me a on screen shortcut button is in the works, via an Over the Air Update in the future. (We'll See) ... The lack of Car-Play Was a disappointment, At That Time. But Now, its Finally Here, & I think the Car Play is Better than my 2020 T8's C.P. (its Full Screen Now) & The Android system lets me choose which Map system to use, Apple map, or Google map. Now, what the dealer Didn't explained to me was how to change my the Olhins Dampers. After Reading the Manual..."Duh"...I figured it out. After a few trials, my Fav setting is #15. Settings are 1-23. As for My EV RANGE... Now in Summer with A/C On & driving around town staying under 50Mph. My Pure EV Range has been Constantly 37-38 miles. ... Now with A/C OFF & windows down, I get 40-41 Pure EV Range. (2 people in Car) ... So My verdict: "LOVE IT & ER Battery ! " ... Great Phev 😍 & Sound System = WoW! Oh, FYI: As for the Charge Times, Almost Double Range, Also Means Almost Double Charge times. 🤪 🤷‍♀ ( Like U said, Not the fastest Charging times.)

No Volvo is complete without a Bowers and Wilkins sound system.

@erinmoore6463

Жыл бұрын

Mine has harman kardon and it’s excellent. Do you know how they compare?

@ivanlowjones

Жыл бұрын

@@erinmoore6463 HK is a lower tier audio system when compared with B&W.

@jamesi1338

Жыл бұрын

@@ivanlowjones Pretty certain Erin knows this. We chose the HK system in our 2023 XC60 T8 as well. My wife doesn't care for high priced audio, and wouldn't know the difference between the two. The system is still good, but doesn't compare to the audio in my Tesla M3.

@ivanlowjones

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesi1338 The Bowers & Wilkins system in my XC90 is sublime.

Жыл бұрын

I tried BW on test car and I was not impressed. I guess I red that many positive reviews that I though it will be that good that I was disappointed ☹️

I just bought a 2015 V60 with the 5 cylinder - hope I can afford one of these newer Polestars one day! Love what Volvo is doing

This car is seriously cool, it looks stunning, modern and it's quite fast for a SUV (4.8s 0-60). In all honesty too for a 2.0L i4 it doesn't even sound bad, no exaggerated sound, just a well refined engine.

@artbess7613

Жыл бұрын

The engine sounds really crappy. Im an owner

@jordansage9655

Жыл бұрын

4.2s bruh

@BlenderedGT2

Жыл бұрын

@@jordansage9655 4.5s for a T8, 6.5s for a B5, according to Volvo Cars USA.

Great review! I always enjoy watching your videos. I am about to place an order for the XC60 Recharge for my company car and can't wait for it to come in!

Considering one of these cars and glad to see more youtubers doing reviews. Going to be an extremely rare car in this trim. I think it's the best looking Crossover SUV on the market.

Price and quirks aside, that engine sounds fantastic from the inside. I hope it's pure engine and not piped in, but it sounds amazing.

It feels like im actually driving it lol Keep it up king! 👑

I love this car so much, looks so classy !

We just took our xc40 recharge on a 2400 mile road trip. It performed perfectly. We do need a bit more room for our giant dogs (Great Dane and Rottweiler) so I’ll be watching for Volvo to make the larger models fully electric soon. It’s more of a mental adjustment than anything else. I just like to push back on the sentiment that over 220 miles of range isn’t enough when you even point out that the 30 mile electric range is enough for you a lot of the time.

Drove the 2022 with de B4 engine and it was just pure relaxing. I really like the google maps integration in this.

You should get your hands on a 2016 Volvo V60 Polestar. Hands down the best car I’ve ever owned. I miss it.

Hi, thanks for the video, haven´t found some of this information anywhere else. I was curious about what you said, that you would prefer the other version. Do you think the upgrades are not good or it is just a case that is not worth the money?

such an underrated brand

If you are going to put drive modes in a screen-fine, but then they should be at the bottom of the screen and always visible no matter what menu or system you are in. Digging into two menu systems to get to drive modes is BS.

@dacmm

Жыл бұрын

While I completely agree in general, I think for the average Volvo driver this will hardly be an issue.

@chrisjordan8137

Жыл бұрын

"Hey Google: Change drive mode to Pure". Its extremely easy!!

@medi288

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisjordan8137 mine doesn’t do that. Says I don’t understand

Volvo definitely has the right idea for their global platform: class-leading design and quality, so that updates can be minimal and value can be maintained even after a long refresh cycle. Keeps things simple for mechanics (at least for the learning curve,) and likewise can still stay attractive when compared to newer models. I think the S90 could go for ten years at least without a refresh, a Swedish XJ of its time for sure.

@jayallen7368

Жыл бұрын

they are not reliable at all

@SerPurple51

Жыл бұрын

Too bad its Chinese owned and made... any modern Volvo isn't actually Swedish.

@alh06

Жыл бұрын

They’re not reliable though, as much as I like them, so quality? Eh.

@nopota7290

Жыл бұрын

@@SerPurple51 Volvos aren’t Chinese made? Geely only funds Volvo, they don’t involve themselves in the car manufacturing itself. All Volvos are still designed and engineered in Sweden by Swedes

@Zsweeze

Жыл бұрын

@@alh06 uhm yeah they are..compared to BMW and Mercedes, they are NOT reliable

Idk why but I love the how the seat belts match the color of the breaks 😂

A great review! Q: What does “one pedal driving” refer to ? Thank you! Q2: Any changes between the model year ‘22 you just tested and the 2023 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar?

Oh dear, wish they hadn't done that with the infotainment system. You can't put those functions on a touch screen if they could be made available on the steering wheel. The stiff suspension is also SURPRISING! Hopefully Volvo changes this in the next version because these is a stunning looking car. Marvelous design.

This is my #1 car I want 🤤

I’ve been eyeing the XC90 Extended… Have you tested one?

The Volvo infotainment system is the Best

This XC60 is awesome, I really dig the Polestar goodies. The yellow seat belt is such a nice touch. If you like this car, also try out the Lexus NX450h+ plug-in. Shares the RAV4 Prime powertrain but with the added quality and refinement found in a Lexus. I have the F-Sport package with the adaptive dampers and I’ve found it to be a fun car. Similar EV range to this Volvo but not quite the overkill performance.

what would you rather the xc60 with polestar engineered or xc60 with air suspension and polestar tuned

For a four cylinder it sounds fantastic when you put the spurs to it.

Got the xc60 2020 version, and my god it’s one of the best feeling cars I’ve driven. Would really love to get my hands on this…too bad Volvo is so overpriced 😭

@mikehawk120

Жыл бұрын

Do they ever offer rebates or the like?

Did you try adjusting the dampers

Why volvo door gaps not aligned @5:06? Is it because of the curve it's hard to align?

06:45 the route optimisation was there when it had the old sensus navigation. Almost every Plug-in hybrid does have this, including BMW etc. I dont know why car brands choose not to communicate this feature. When the car knows where it is driving, it can choose between electric and gas powered really efficiently.

Does the S60 polestar updated to the same motor with no supercharger?

I fckn love Volvo. I wonder how long term reliability is on the new ones vs the older ones. My parents still have their 03' XC70 2.5T with 270k mi and its been rock solid. I'm trying to convince my mom to look at a newer V60 so i can have her XC70 lol.

@trashrabbit69

Жыл бұрын

Heard some early issues, but they seem to be resolved now. T6s are supposedly a PITA to work with, having all that kit in a rather small engine bay, so that might be a consideration if you plan on DIY. Otherwise, haven't heard any other major powertrain complaints of note.

@bcrandeis

Жыл бұрын

I think they're still a bit too new to know reliability for sure, even though the Drive-E motor was introduced back in like 2016 or something like that. I just bought a 2015 V60 with the 2.5T - very encouraging to hear they can go high mileage with little fuss! The only thing it seems 2.5T owners need to worry about from my interwebs research is the timing belt and potentially water pump needing replacing around every 90-100k

@DoSum4Me

Жыл бұрын

@@bcrandeis true, I know with theirs the sunroof stopped working, and it has the typical haldex AWD issues, but besides that it's been solid. I have an acceleration video of it on my channel actually. From a few years ago.

How does engine starts when shifting to petrol? Using starter like normaly when starting from zero?

What a hybrid should be, it's basically perfect. Does seem very noisy at highway speeds however.

Hey man could you make a video of how you record your povs or just reply here and tell me what you use and what stand you use

@TheTopher

Жыл бұрын

Tedward made a great video kzread.info/dash/bejne/a3l5uapvqsmaZrA.html

This is niceee I would either get this or the genesis gv70 but Volvo has more prestige!

why no ambient lightning?

Sorry, I might have missed a part: How does the ride of XC60 compares to V60? And the cargo space. I'd guess that v60 should ride nicer in all aspects, given the longer wheelbase, lower center of gravity, etc. But never driven the new v60

Thanks for the excellent review! Can anyone answer if the cable has a type 2 to type 2 connection or only the type 2 into the car and “normal” on the other end?

@ecbsykes

Жыл бұрын

My 23 V60 came with a cable that is only wall outlet to car. The wall outlet prongs are easily swappable between a standard 120V and higher-voltage 220-240V outlet.

It doesn’t let you change gears in B mode moving the gear selector from right or left?

@jamesi1338

Жыл бұрын

Can confirm rocking the shifter left and right DOES select gears on our 2023 XC60 T8 Recharge

Is it Thunder Grey color?

I love the xc60 ! how is the ride or suspension? Is it as floaty as a lexus or lincoln ??

XC90!!!

I'm strongly considering this model (except-more luxury focused with Inscription/Ultimate and air suspension). You mention 240v charge times, but what about 120v? My buddy has a Rav4 Prime and he can do 120v and easily charge overnight. Also, what does manufacturer recommend for battery maintenance? Should you run all the way out and cycle it? Thanks for your vids!!!

Would it be a stupid idea to buy this car knowing I don’t have a place to charge it every night? Would that be bad for the engine?

Nice car ❤️❤️😊😛

2022 Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge eAWD Polestar Engineered Extended Range!

I don't know Its jsut me or This looks better than XC90

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Agree with you on the left-right buttons on the steering wheel. It's a nonsense and unsafe decision.

2nd

So many cars with so many rattles... my god. How is this interior quality good when you hear a constant rattle?

I live 60 miles, to and from, my job because I live in ATL the state GA city with the most stupid road layout because major roads go straight through the city witha lot of traffic because of that and the fact many people live so far away from where they work due to housing being limited in a state overall... which suppose to be about low income housing they have too many restrictions to even get that type of housing if you poor....so many people live on the street... LOL

PHEV VERSION. The singular most disappointing aspect of the charge system is it inability to set a charge timer either through the car or app. So unless you have a smart home charger people like me on an economy 7 tariff need to be nocturnal to benefit from off peak charging. Volvo UK offer no solution. A retrograde step from earlier models and spoiling my enjoyment of a brand new car!

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Lol american calls this a crossover when I as an European think this is a proper suv

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crazy expensive and no EV credit

Xc60 t8 just way too expensive

7:13 - 8:03 that is a really, really really bad decision making from Volvo...

Noisy… noisy… noisy… 🧏‍♂️

You need to learn hand over hand!😅