Volvo XC60 Becomes the Highest-Selling Volvo of All Time

Abu Dhabi : The latest XC60 comes with a fresh look, smooth user experience and enhanced comfort.

• The Volvo XC60 was first launched in the year 2008.
• The XC60 has surpassed the all-time favourite Volvo 240 estate.
• The mid-sized SUV is one of the safest cars in the world.

Volvo XC60 has achieved a new milestone of registering over 2.7 million sales worldwide, making it the most popular Volvo model ever. It has surpassed the Volvo 240, which was a long-time favourite. Since it was first released in 2008, this mid-size SUV has stayed a top choice for many drivers. People appreciate its focus on safety, quality, and a comfortable driving experience.

At first, the XC60 was built only in Europe. Later, it became the first Volvo model to be built in China, helping to boost local sales. In 2018, it earned the title of World Car of the Year. The latest model of the XC60 has introduced plug-in hybrid engines, appealing to a large group of SUV lovers. Last year, it was also the most popular plug-in hybrid car in Europe.

An ideal family car

The XC60 is a versatile vehicle that suits families perfectly. It combines advanced safety features, Scandinavian style, and the practicality of an SUV into a confident and reliable package. It has earned its place as a key part of Volvo’s tradition of making trusted family cars.

For many years, the Volvo 240 estate was the top choice for families worldwide. Known for its safety and smooth drive, it became a symbol of what an estate car should be. Today, the SUV has taken over as the main family car. The XC60’s record as Volvo’s best-selling model ever shows how customer preferences have shifted.

Sharing the same safety heritage

The Volvo 240 first appeared in 1974 and set new safety standards that lasted for many years. It had a smart body design with crumple zones at the front and back, plus a strong passenger cabin. This safety cage still helps protect people inside Volvos today.

The 240 was also one of the first cars to improve side-impact safety. This work later led to Volvo’s popular Side-Impact Protection System (SIPS). In 1978, Volvo introduced the Child Booster Cushion, a new idea that was the first in the world of cars.

The Volvo XC60 has added many smart safety features over the years. One notable tech is City Safety, which was the first low-speed automatic emergency braking system made standard. It helps prevent or lessen accidents at speeds up to 30 kmph. This technology was first introduced in 2008 and is now common on new cars worldwide.

In 2017, the XC60 became the first vehicle to offer Oncoming Lane Mitigation. This system can steer you back into your lane if you drift towards oncoming traffic. These safety innovations have helped earn the XC60 several independent awards.

Like the original 240 model, the updated Volvo XC60 remains one of the safest cars on the road with sturdy safety cage and latest active safety and driver-aid systems.

Stepping stones towards a fully electric future

The updated XC60, along with other recent improvements across the range, is a key part of Volvo Cars’ plan to move towards electric cars. It offers the option of fully electric driving, with a petrol engine available for drivers who are not ready to switch entirely to electric. 

Data from Volvo Cars shows that about half of the distance driven by their newest plug-in hybrid models worldwide is powered only by electricity.