Volvo XC60

Spy photos: Volvo XC60 prepares for Hall Detroit

Volvo XC plans to add a little more to his line in the near future. The Volvo XC60 XC60 SUV should be available to the public in 2008. The news comes from some of the guys from World Car Fans, who say the vehicle should be known instead of Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC50 also shared a platform with the V70. Based on the platform of the Ford C1 EUCD, the Volvo XC60 should use the same engines that the S40 and V50. It is also expected to share much with the next generation of Land Rover Freelander/LR3, including its system of permanent traction.

Despite the fact that at the moment is only a concept, the car should be presented at the Salon de l'Automobile in Detroit in January next year and-as we said above-go on sale in 2008. It is expected that the Volvo XC60 is the size of a Toyota RAV4 and to compete with models like the Lexus RX, BMW X3 and the new Acura RDX. The style is conservative in its design and infographics if recreation is successful, the resemblance to the rest of the family Volvo is undeniable.

Video: Volvo XC60 Concept explained by its designer

This video gives us a guided tour through the Volvo XC60 Concept of the hands of Volvo chief designer, Steve Mattin. Its creator explains that the concept tries to show what will come in the design of the Volvo XC line, outlining the language of design of future products and Volvo introducing innovations and ideas created by the design studio of the mark.

The truth is that the backdoor is very attractive and also gives flexibility to charge the vehicle. The neat interior is very nice, although we are not sure how much white leather hold all that in a situation of normal use (good is a concept). The center console, taken directly from a futuristic movie, replace the shift lever for a PC mouse style system, which allows the device changes moving forward and back then pressing a button.

In the words of Mattin, Volvo tries to take the next step in terms of Scandinavian design. They try to leave behind square and rigid style, opening a design more expressive, emotional, dynamic and sensual, but maintaining a simple style. Volvo has achieved a rapid development since the days of its angular cars, and although the task seems not be easy, is going very well designed.

Advance Detroit: Volvo XC60 Concept

Do Embargos press? What is that? The Dutch have been AutoInternationaal ahead with the publication of the first official images of the Volvo XC60 Concept, a model that we will see very soon in Detroit.

At the level of design, the latest Volvo is, as very little (and let's be generous), surprising. At this point we were all waiting for something relatively close in design to Volvo XC90, but no. Both the front and rear show a new leadership style in the company, although not sabríamos say whether for better or worse. Starting with the nose, inlets chrome somewhat reminiscent of the Ford Iosis, and although not desentonaba detail in the prototype Ford, the Volvo seem to fall somewhat misplaced. The optical rear directly seem from another world, involving the profile with its original form (which seems to lie so different are the lights despite being a very natural evolution of the Volvo XC90) and flanking a gate that recalls something (well, one pinch) to the C30.

As for mechanics, according to the little that can be drawn from the text within the patterns of production ceiling version of the 3.2 V6 mounted range of Land Rover Freelander, offering also two five-cylinder engines (diesel and gasoline) and finally a small four-cylinder 2.0 for those who prefer a luxury crossover but with a more moderate price. The first units should be available sometime in 2009.

Video: Volvo XC60 Concept

Already he had shown the photo, but there's more, because we now have ... Video! Okay, it is clear that the Volvo XC60 Concept still is that, a conceptual model, but that internal saving science fiction, the rest could reach without much change to the production version back in 2009.

Once again, Ford Europe has once again put into use its "kinetic design language" (marketing these guys ...) that we saw for the first time in the Iosis, making Volvo traits evolve in a manner very different from the view from the Swedes were deshicieron its rectangular image. Contemplating the Volvo XC60, we wonder how will the catalogue of Volvo within four years.

Spain: Prices of Volvo XC60

Although the first units will not be delivered until next month of October, Volvo has just communicate recommended prices of the new Volvo XC60, a model that can be made firm orders. Faced with competition, highlighted by its good relationship power-equipment-price.

The range Spanish will be as follows:

Volvo XC 60 3.2 T6 Momentum Aut 6V.: 48,680 €
Volvo XC 60 3.2 T6 Summum 6V Aut.: 52,350 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D 163 hp Kinetic 6V: 37,830 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D 163 hp 6V Momentum: 39,787 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D 163 hp Summum 6V: 43,457 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D 163 hp Kinetic 6V Aut: 39,515 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D 163 hp Momentum 6V Aut: 41,472 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D 163 hp Summum 6V Aut: 45,142 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D5 185 hp Kinetic 6V: 38,990 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D5 185 hp Momentum 6V: 40,947 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D5 185 hp Summum 6V: 44,617 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D5 185 hp Kinetic 6V Aut: 40,675 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D5 185 hp Momentum 6V Aut: 43,632 €
Volvo XC 60 2.4D5 185 hp Summum 6V Aut: 46,302 €

The new Volvo XC60 can be purchased in thirteen different colors and between the strength of series highlight the ESP, ABS + EBD, TCS, decreases HDC control, multifunction steering wheel, alloy wheels, automatic air conditioning, electrical package, onboard computer, etc.. Among the most important elements we find an optional panoramic glass roof large, intelligent Four-C suspension and the City Safety system, which can reduce or avoid possible collisions at low speeds.

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Volvo XC60 at the Geneva show

The presence of Volvo in the Hall of Detroit could be described as mysteriously reduced, with a post devoid of news or a sad press conference for the media. The reason for this "racanería" is that rather than stand a transoceanic flight unbearable, the Swedes have decided to await the Geneva Motor Show to discover its new Volvo XC60, a crossover compact with a view to the BMW X3 and the Mercedes and next GLK.

Initial rumors indicated that the Volvo XC60 mount the same 3.2 liter engine and six-cylinder in line of Volvo S80, but according to Inside Line, Volvo has not yet taken a final decision on mechanical, and indeed is evaluating five cylinders cross. What is certain is that the new model will be offered with front traction or total to consumer choice.

In Europe, the marketing of the Volvo XC60 start in late 2008, while other markets like the United States must wait until early next year.

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Pre-Geneva Motor Show: Volvo XC60

With so much already almost filtration or needed more photos, but Volvo shines in the details, and the artwork accompanying the official announcement shows much better the last todocamino of the Swedes.

The Volvo XC60 is based on the prototype of the same name presented at the Hall of Detroit, 2006, and will be marketed in Europe starting this autumn. The press release is relatively parca into details, but refers to the inclusion of a new security system called Safety City, specially designed to avoid collisions at low speed. Its operation is simple: if the driver cascaded into another vehicle and the Volvo XC60 does not detect any reaction, "burden" of the brakes, and whether the crash seems imminent, directly puts on their own. The City Safety will be standard across the range, which according to Volvo's all a milestone in the industry.

And now, engines. Because we know that you were expecting. Volvo XC60 launch the three mechanics who seem especially designed for European consumers. The first one will be a 3.0 T6 petrol engine with 285 hp, followed by two diesel engines D5 of 163 and 185 hp respectively. Initially all the Volvo XC60 will be 4x4, although in 2009 we will see a version of traction with the front 2.4 D5 engine of 163 horses. This configuration, fully respectful of the Euro 5, delivered 170 grams of CO2 per km.

Volvo hopes to sell 50,000 units per year worldwide, and believes that its main markets are the United States, Germany, Great Britain, Russia and China. There seems a preposterous figure, seeing as this is certainly one of the most attractive market todocaminos, and the Volvo XC90 has left a very good taste. Without doubt, a great match for the BMW X3.

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Way off for the Volvo XC60

Despite the troubled waters of the Volvo is preparing to add several models with a style somewhat radical in its catalogue. The first, possibly will be the commercial version of the Volvo XC60. Presented in conceptual form during the Hall of Detroit, back in January, the Volvo XC60 represents a turning point in the design of Volvo, and by what you see, the chances of their lines to reach production model are high, for more grinding of teeth from the odd fan of the mark (although it seems like around here). In any case, we should not see it in any lounge car this year, as Volvo is also busy with several prototypes of cut green, among which lies a diesel-electric hybrid.

The next big news for the Swedes will be the next generation of Volvo S60, but according to what reported by a spokesman for the company, the Volvo XC60 has the highest priority at the moment. The reason for such haste is that the Swedes are still unable to offer a rival to the BMW X3 or the Volkswagen Tiguan, which has forced them to postpone the new Volvo S60 until the end of next year.

Will the new Volvo XC60 and Volvo address what needs to ensure its future in Ford?

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Pre-Geneva Motor Show: Volvo XC60 appears before time

Theoretically we should have waited until Wednesday to see the final form of the Volvo XC60 Concept, but the Hungarian page Aútomenedzser has decided the embargo because it smoked, so here are the new compact todocamino Swedes.

Although for the moment there are not many details (advertising), it is clear that Volvo has managed to retain the essence of the prototype in the production Volvo XC60, with a front virtually identical to the conceptual model and a behind that though less daring, still almost at the bottom the letter outlined the traits prototype for the Hall of Detroit, 2007. Notably whether the inclusion of a more conventional rear moon, as well as two stylized strips of LEDs in the rear optics. Inside, it is exactly as what we expected, with simple textures, details in aluminium, wood and light-coloured. If you've driven a Volvo, the Volvo XC60 should resultarte nothing strange.

More details in the coming days. Or maybe sooner.

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Geneva Motor Show: Volvo XC60

Already we have seen as a concept and despite what I wanted to Volvo, said its submission to the Geneva Salon de l'Automobile. We speak of the Volvo XC60, a whole way of medium size which comes into direct competition with the BMW X3, Mercedes GLK and to some extent, the VW Tiguan and company.

With a more compact dimensions that the Volvo XC90, the new SUV carrying the innate essence of the latest achievements Volvo, which combine style, some sportsmanship and especially, a lot of elegance. With regard to the concept seen in several previous exhibitions, barely receives significant changes or at least, remains in very similar proportions and image.

It will be gasoline and diesel mechanics, with special mention to the top of the range, the T6 with its 281 hp presumed benefits of some very remarkable. In diesel is known to be two options, one with 163 and another with 184 hp, with traction at first, because for 2009 is expected arrival of the 4x2, more economical and fast.

The carrier is broad for its five passengers and both finished as the materials used are very good level. The equipment may be very complete series as usual in the brand and features like leather upholstery, electric roof, different sound systems or tires will be available. Incidentally, as in the renewed Volvo S80, the center console of the dashboard is floating an idea very personal that premiered on Volvo S40 at its current generation.

Speaking of prices is a bit early considering that the first units arrive well into the autumn, but watching the competition and what is at home, a Volvo XC60 diesel engine with 163 hp and a level of half-finished Mommentum could hang - the € 37,000. In any case, is to speak for speaking.

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More photos filtered the new Volvo XC60

Already we showed four pictures of the Volvo XC60 filtered weekend, but we now have nine images additional kids Carscoop found while walking through the internet. That, plus a few details.

According to Carscoop, for Europe this crossover has a 3.0 liter engine and six-cylinder with 285 hp, plus a turbo 2.4-liter, which could produce 163 or 185 horses. Y. .. that's all. We have said that they were "few". But take this data with a pinch of skepticism until Volvo confirm the information.