DecodedCars2009 Volvo XC60
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2009 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Overview
The 2009 Volvo XC60 is a SUV - offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway), 2% better than the 2009 SUV - average of 17.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | +2% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2009 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2009 Volvo XC60 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2009 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Volvo XC60 (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 16 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2009 BMW X5 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 15 |
| 2009 BMW X3 | 20 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 20 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (1)
Seat Belts › Front · Jun 30, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V378000 · 308,260 vehicles
- Problem
- Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
Not every 2009 Volvo XC60 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2009 Volvo XC60 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2009 Volvo XC60 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2009 Volvo XC60. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XC60 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 XC60 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 XC60 | 28 | 185 in | Not rated | 3 | 16 |
| 2025 XC60 | 28 | 185 in | Not rated | 4 | 37 |
| 2024 XC60 | 28 | 185 in | Not rated | 3 | 24 |
| 2023 XC60 | 28 | 185 in | Not rated | 6 | 55 |
| 2022 XC60 | 28 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 7 | 75 |
| 2021 XC60 | 27 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 5 | 50 |
| 2020 XC60 | 27 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 7 | 23 |
| 2019 XC60 | 26 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 8 | 37 |
| 2018 XC60 | 26 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 5 | 36 |
| 2017 XC60 | 26 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 16 |
| 2016 XC60 | 26 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 38 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →