The 2024 Volvo V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered is a front-engine, front- and rear-motor, rear/all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon. It comes at a base price of $72,345, with an as-tested price of $72,925. The options available for this vehicle include a luggage cover for $380 and a power tailgate for $200.
The powertrain of the V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered consists of a turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve 2.0-liter inline-4 engine, which produces 312 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. It is also equipped with two AC motors that generate 46 and 143 horsepower, along with 133 and 228 lb-ft of torque. The combined output of the powertrain reaches 455 horsepower and 523 lb-ft of torque. The vehicle runs on a 14.9-kWh lithium-ion battery pack and has a 3.7-kW onboard charger. The transmissions available for this model are an 8-speed automatic and a direct drive system.
In terms of the chassis, the V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered is equipped with control arms for the front suspension and multilink suspension for the rear. The brakes consist of 14.6-inch vented, grooved disc brakes in the front and 12.6-inch vented disc brakes in the rear. The tires used are Continental Premium Contact 6 with a size of 235/40R-19 96W Extra Load VOL.
With regards to dimensions, the V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered has a wheelbase of 113.1 inches, a length of 188.1 inches, a width of 72.8 inches, and a height of 56.3 inches. The passenger volume is measured at 51 cubic feet in the front and 42 cubic feet in the rear. The cargo volume behind the front and rear seats is 61 and 26 cubic feet, respectively. The curb weight of this vehicle is 4494 pounds.
During testing by C/D, the V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered demonstrated impressive performance. It achieved a 0-60 mph time of 4.1 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 12.5 seconds at 111 mph. The rolling start from 5-60 mph took 4.5 seconds, while the top gear acceleration from 30-50 mph and 50-70 mph were achieved in 2.5 seconds and 3.2 seconds respectively. The top speed is limited to 113 mph. In terms of braking, it took 163 feet to stop from 70-0 mph and 331 feet to stop from 100-0 mph. The roadholding ability on a 300-ft skidpad measured 0.90 g.
When it comes to fuel economy, the V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered achieved an observed rating of 27 MPGe. In EV/Hybrid mode during 75-mph highway driving, it achieved 86 MPGe or 34 mpg. The range in EV/Hybrid mode at 75-mph highway driving is 44 miles on electric power and 540 miles on hybrid power.
Moving on to the 2023 Volvo V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate, it is described as a front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon. The base price for this model is $55,195, with the as-tested price reaching $63,585. The available options include 20-inch 7-spoke wheels with all-season tires for $3200, Bowers & Wilkins premium sound for $3200, a climate package for $750, metallic paint for $695, a luggage cover for $345, and a power-operated tailgate for $200.
The engine powering the V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate is a turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4 with an aluminum block and head. Its displacement is measured at 120 cubic inches or 1969 cm3. It produces 247 horsepower at 5400 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque at 1800 rpm. The transmission used in this model is an 8-speed automatic.
In terms of chassis, the V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate features control arms for the front suspension and multilink suspension for the rear. The brakes consist of 13.6-inch vented disc brakes in the front and 12.6-inch vented disc brakes in the rear. The tires used are Pirelli P Zero All Season with a size of 245/40R-20 99V Extra Load VOL.
The dimensions of the V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate include a wheelbase of 113.2 inches, a length of 188.5 inches, a width of 72.8 inches, and a height of 59.2 inches. The passenger volume measures 94 cubic feet, while the cargo volume is 23 cubic feet. The curb weight of this model is 4151 pounds.
During testing, the V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate achieved a 0-60 mph time of 7.1 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 15.4 seconds at 92 mph. The top speed is limited to 115 mph. The rolling start from 5-60 mph took 7.7 seconds, while the top gear acceleration from 30-50 mph and 50-70 mph were achieved in 3.5 seconds and 4.9 seconds respectively. The braking distance from 70-0 mph measured 179 feet. The roadholding ability on a 300-ft skidpad measured 0.85 g.
In terms of fuel economy, the V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate achieved an observed rating of 22 mpg during testing. During 75-mph highway driving, it achieved a rating of 29 mpg. The highway range at 75 mph is 460 miles.
As for the EPA fuel economy ratings, the V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered has a combined rating of 31 mpg, with individual ratings of 30 mpg for city driving and 33 mpg for highway driving. The combined gasoline and electricity rating is 74 MPGe, with an electric range of 41 miles.
On the other hand, the V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate has EPA fuel economy ratings of 26 mpg combined, with individual ratings of 23 mpg for city driving and 30 mpg for highway driving.
Overall, both the 2024 Volvo V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered and the 2023 Volvo V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate offer impressive performance, advanced features, and fuel-efficient powertrains, making them excellent choices for those in search of a versatile and reliable wagon.