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2025 Volvo XC60

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

Class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles: 4dr SUV, Recharge 4dr SUV
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 247–312 hp
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Seats: 5
Fuel: Plug-in Hybrid, Hybrid
MPG (best): 28 combined · 28 city / 30 hwy
Length: 185 in
Curb weight: 4,120–4,683 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 38 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2025 Volvo XC60 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 185 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,120 lb (4dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (28 city / 30 highway), 9% better than the 2025 small SUV average of 25.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,950 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2025

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 XC60 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 XC60 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine312 hp2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid

Engine247 hp2.0L 4-cyl hybrid

Transmission8-speed automatic

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

Ultra DarkPlus DarkUltra Black Edition

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Adaptive driving beamStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Torslanda, Sweden

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 XC60 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
4dr SUV	185 in	74.8 in	65.4 in	113 in	65.4 / 65.4 in	4,120 lb	55/45
Recharge 4dr SUV	185 in	74.8 in	65.4 in	113 in	65.4 / 65.4 in	4,683 lb	55/45

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
XC60 T8 AWD Plug-in Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	28 / 28 / 28	+9%	$2,950	122
XC60 B5 AWD Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 30 / 26	+2%	$3,150	343

7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

9/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $3,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

25.6 MPG2025 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Volvo XC60.

Similar 2025 small SUVs

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2025 Volvo XC60 (this car)	28 MPG	Not rated	4
2025 Tesla Model Y	337 mi	★★★★★	3
2025 BMW X3	29 MPG	★★★★★	9
2025 Lexus RX	36 MPG	Not rated	4
2025 Volvo XC90	27 MPG	Not rated	3
2025 Porsche Macan	21 MPG	Not rated	3
2025 Audi Q5	26 MPG	★★★★★	1

Recalls (4)

Back Over Prevention › Software · Dec 23, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V908000 · 413,151 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Seats › Critical Fasteners · Nov 25, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V818000 · 3 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2026 XC60MHEV, 2018 and 2025 XC60 vehicles. The front seat bolts may have been improperly tightened, resulting in loose bolts.
Risk: A seat with loose bolts may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the front seat bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10345. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 5, 2025.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software · Jun 12, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V392000 · 11,469 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.

Back Over Prevention › Software · May 8, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V282000 · 413,151 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2025 Volvo XC60 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

37Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

4Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

5Injuries reported

19,000 miTypical mileage at failure

Electrical System12

Visibility/Wiper7

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera5

Unknown Or Other4

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings4

Back Over Prevention › Warnings3

Vehicle Speed Control2

Fuel/Propulsion System2

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2025 Volvo XC60 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Electrical System — 12 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Visibility/Wiper — 7 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 5 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 19,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 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
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
2015 XC60	27	182.3 in	★★★★★	1	47

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →