The Volvo XC60, a compact crossover SUV (sports utility vehicle) is one of the latest offerings from Volvo Cars. Unveiled at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, the Xc60 went on sale late that year in Europe and in 2009 in the US for the 2010 model year.
Volvo Cars is manufacturing the XC60 in options for either gasoline or diesel engines, but only the gasoline-fueled version is currently available in North America. The Volvo XC60 shares the modified version of the Y20 platform with the 2007 Land Rover Freelander.
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The Volvo SUV uses the turbocharged T6 3.0 direct injection Y6 engine, capable of 281 hp (210 kW). It has a six-speed, automatic transmission, and a wheel base of 2,774 mm (109. 2 in). City Safety, an electronic system designed to prevent or mitigate collision, has been introduced in the XC60, in addition to the standard safety features that are common in all Volvo cars.
