The 2021 Volvo XC60: An Impressive Blend of Swedish Luxury and Safety

Volvo has a long history of making excellent new SUVs, and the 2021 XC60 is not left out. This new small SUV is aerodynamically designed and is fitted with the latest technology for performance, safety, and infotainment. The Volvo is also available with four powerful engines for buyers to choose from. The interior is handsomely crafted and is functional, giving a Swedish luxury atmosphere to anyone inside. Browse here at Clayton Motors Inc. in Knoxville, TN and view your favorite 2021 Volvo XC60 model.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The 2021 Volvo XC60 is available with four unique powertrains. The T5, T6, T8, and the T8 Polestar Engineered. The T5 features a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine that is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard FWD while AWD is available. This powertrain delivers 250 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque. The EPA-rated fuel economy is at 22/29 MPG for the FWD models, while AWD models get 21/28 MPG!

The T6 features a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine with eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is standard. The T6 cranks out a peppy 316 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque. Fuel economy is rated at 20 MPG on the city and 29 MPG on the highway.

There are two plug-in hybrid powertrains in 2021. Both consist of a twin-charged (turbocharged and supercharged) 2.0L four-cylinder engine, along with two electric motors, and a lithium-ion battery. This powertrain is also paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The base version of this engine delivers a total of 400 horsepower and 472 lb.-ft. of torque. Step up to the Polestar Engineered options and enjoy and increase to 415 horsepower, while keeping the torque numbers the same. Fuel economy is rated 26/28 MPG city/highway and an all-electric range of 19 miles and up- to 520 miles with a full charge and full tank.

Design of the New Volvo XC60

The 2021 Volvo XC60 features a spacious and comfortable interior. The driving position is excellent as the driver can get a clear view of the road ahead in Oak Ridge. Furthermore, the cabin is quiet, and it features top-notch Swedish luxury features all around. The base models come with cloth-trimmed seats, while top-end trims gain leather seating upholstery. The top-of-the-line models can also get a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, head-up, dual-zone automatic control, and power-adjustable driver's seat with memory.

The exterior is aesthetically designed with aerodynamic capabilities taken into consideration. The Inscription models get heated power-folding side mirrors, keyless entry with push-button start, LED headlamps, daytime running lights, and LED fog lamps. Other features include cornering lights, a powered liftgate, automatic high beams, and a large center grille with Volvo insignia.

Safety and Driver-Assistance

The 2021 Volvo XC60 is a very safe car for drivers in the Maryville area. The NHTSA awarded the 2021 Volvo XC60 5-star safety ratings (out of 5), while the IIHS gave it a Top Safety Pick. All 2021 Volvo XC60 models get standard pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, lane-keeping assist, front and rear automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic alert, and automatic high beams and cornering lights. Available features will include adaptive cruise control, enhanced steering assist, and traffic jam assist.

Technology

The 2021 Volvo XC60 gets a portrait style 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen that is standard with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™. Standard also is a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 10-speaker audio system. Top models get a standard 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system or and available 15-speaker Bowers and Wilkins audio system.

Available Trim Levels

2021 Volvo XC60 Momentum

The Momentum trim comes standard with:

• Both the T5 and T6 powertrains are available
• Standard Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ Connectivity
• Cloth-trimmed seats
• Leather-wrapped steering
• 18-inch silver alloy wheels

2021 Volvo XC60 Inscription

• 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels
• 14-speaker Harman Kardon Audio system
• Embedded navigation
• Four-zone climate control
• Standard blind-spot monitoring, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™
• Driftwood interior

2021 Volvo XC60 R-Design

• 19-inch five-spoke alloy wheels
• Sport suspension
• R-Design front grill
• High-gloss exterior trim
• Nappa Leather seating materials

2021 Volvo XC60 Polestar Engineered

• 21-inch Y-spoke forged aluminum-alloy wheels
• High-Performance Akebono brakes
• T-8 Polestar Engineered Plug-in hybrid powertrain

See the New 2021 Volvo XC60 in Person Today

Visit us today at Clayton Motors Inc. today and see what keeps drivers like yourself in the Sevierville area coming back for more. Come check out the new 2021 Volvo XC60 and be prepared to enjoy the roads ahead much more.