Volvo XC60 trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The Volvo XC60 comes in Core, Plus and Ultra, with Black Edition styling on Ultra and a separate T8 Polestar Engineered. Volvo's 2025 B5 AWD prices were $47,050 (Core), $51,700 (Plus) and $57,000 (Ultra), excluding destination; T8 plug-in hybrids ran $58,050 to $68,950 and the Polestar Engineered $75,250.

Current XC60 trim levels: XC60, second generation (2025 model year)

Volvo's most recent full XC60 price list. The 2026 refresh added an 11.2-inch center screen and adaptive cruise control became standard across Volvo's US lineup; we could not retrieve 2026 trim prices.[1][2]

Volvo XC60 XC60, second generation (2025 model year) trims in ladder order with 2025 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2025, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
Core$47,050B5 AWD, excl. destination. T8 Core $58,050.
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl B5 mild hybrid, 8-speed automatic, AWD
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Entry equipment level
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Plus$51,700B5 AWD, excl. destination. T8 Plus $62,600.
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl B5 mild hybrid, 8-speed automatic, AWD
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Mid equipment level
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Ultra$57,000B5 AWD, excl. destination. T8 Ultra $67,850. Black Edition: $58,100 (B5) / $68,950 (T8).
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl B5 mild hybrid, 8-speed automatic, AWD
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Black Edition styling option
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Polestar Engineered$75,250T8 eAWD, excl. destination.
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Performance-tuned T8 trim
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Volvo pricing source.

Previous XC60 trim levels: XC60, second generation (2024 model year)

For 2024 Volvo listed Core, Plus and Ultimate in the Dark theme, plus the new Black Edition on Ultimate.[4]

Volvo XC60 XC60, second generation (2024 model year) trims in ladder order with 2024 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2024, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
Core$46,450B5 AWD Dark theme, excl. destination. Recharge T8 $57,900.
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl B5 mild hybrid, 8-speed automatic, AWD
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Dark theme
[4]
Plus$50,950B5 AWD Dark theme, excl. destination. Recharge T8 $62,400.
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl B5 mild hybrid, 8-speed automatic, AWD
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Dark theme
[4]
Ultimate$56,400B5 AWD Dark theme, excl. destination. Recharge T8 $67,850. Black Edition $57,500 (B5) / $68,950 (T8).
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl B5 mild hybrid, 8-speed automatic, AWD
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Black Edition: gloss-black iron mark and wordmark, 21-inch gloss-black wheels
  • Orrefors crystal gear shifter and 12.3-inch driver display on Black Edition
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Polestar Engineered$75,250Recharge T8, excl. destination.
  • T8 plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo 4-cyl + rear electric motor, 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
  • Performance-tuned T8
[4]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Volvo pricing source.

Previous XC60 trim levels: XC60, second generation (2018 launch)

The second-generation XC60 launched by powertrain, with Momentum, R-Design and Inscription trim lines. Standard equipment included a panoramic moonroof, leather seats, LED headlights and a 9-inch touchscreen.[5]

Volvo XC60 XC60, second generation (2018 launch) trims in ladder order with 2018 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2018, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
T5 AWD$41,500Starting price, Volvo launch release.
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl T5, 250 hp, AWD
  • Panoramic moonroof, leather, Thor's Hammer LED headlights
  • Oncoming Lane Mitigation and City Safety
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T6 AWD$44,900Starting price.
  • 2.0L turbo + supercharged 4-cyl T6, 316 hp, AWD
  • Available Bowers & Wilkins audio and air suspension
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T8 eAWD plug-in hybrid$52,900Starting price.
  • T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid, 400 hp
  • Electric all-wheel drive
[5]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Volvo pricing source.

Previous XC60 trim levels: XC60, first generation (2016 model year)

The first-generation XC60 was priced by engine, with Inscription available as a package on T5 and T6 and a separate R-Design.[6]

Volvo XC60 XC60, first generation (2016 model year) trims in ladder order with 2016 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2016, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
T5 FWD Drive-E$36,400Volvo 2016 MSRP.
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cyl Drive-E, 8-speed, FWD
  • Front-wheel drive, start/stop
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T5 AWD$37,900Volvo 2016 MSRP.
  • 2.5L turbo 5-cyl, 250 hp / 266 lb-ft, 6-speed, AWD
  • All-Wheel Drive with Instant Traction
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T6 FWD Drive-E$41,150Volvo 2016 MSRP.
  • 2.0L supercharged + turbo 4-cyl Drive-E, 8-speed, FWD
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    T6 AWD$42,650Volvo 2016 MSRP.
    • 3.0L turbo 6-cyl, 300 hp / 325 lb-ft, 6-speed, AWD
      [6][7]
      R-Design AWD$46,950Volvo 2016 MSRP.
      • 3.0L turbo 6-cyl, 325 hp / 354 lb-ft
      • Stiffer damping, quicker steering
      • 20-inch Ixion wheels
      [6][7]

      MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Volvo pricing source.

      Previous XC60 trim levels: XC60, first generation (2010 launch)

      The XC60 launched as a single T6 AWD model at $37,200 plus $825 destination, with City Safety standard. Volvo sold Climate ($1,000), Technology ($2,700), Collision Avoidance ($1,695) and Convenience ($1,000) packages.[8]

      Volvo XC60 XC60, first generation (2010 launch) trims in ladder order with 2010 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
      TrimBase MSRP (2010, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
      T6 AWD$37,200Excl. $825 destination.
      • 3.0L turbo 6-cyl, 281 hp / 295 lb-ft, 6-speed automatic
      • City Safety standard
      • Leather seating, power driver's seat, Bluetooth
      • Panoramic roof offered at no charge at launch
      [8]

      MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Volvo pricing source.

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      Frequently asked questions

      What are the Volvo XC60 trim levels?

      Core, Plus and Ultra, with an Ultra Black Edition and a separate T8 Polestar Engineered. Before 2023 the trims were Momentum, R-Design and Inscription.

      How much more is the XC60 Plus than the Core?

      On Volvo's 2025 list, Plus cost $4,650 more than Core for the B5 AWD ($51,700 vs $47,050) and $4,550 more for the T8.

      What is the XC60 Black Edition?

      A styling option on the top level with gloss-black badges and 21-inch gloss-black wheels. It was $57,500 (B5) and $68,950 (T8) for 2024.

      Which XC60 is the most powerful?

      The T8 plug-in hybrid, rated 455 hp since the 2022 extended-range update; the Polestar Engineered adds chassis and brake upgrades.

      What did the first XC60 cost?

      The 2010 XC60 T6 AWD started at $37,200 plus $825 destination.

      Sources

      Prices and equipment are as published by Volvo for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

      1. Volvo Car USA 2025 model year pricing and changes (Jan 21, 2025) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)
      2. Volvo Car USA announces 2026 hybrid lineup (Jun 2, 2025) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)
      3. Volvo Car USA adds XC60 Black Edition to 2024 lineup (Aug 15, 2023) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)
      4. Volvo Car USA announces full 2024 model year pricing (Nov 2, 2023) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)
      5. Volvo Cars Announces Pricing for All-New 2018 XC60 (May 17, 2017) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)
      6. Volvo Cars of North America Announces Model Year 2016 Lineup and Pricing (May 19, 2015) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)
      7. Model Overview: 2016 Volvo XC60 (Sep 17, 2015) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)
      8. Volvo Announces Pricing of the New 2010 XC60 (Jan 29, 2009) — Volvo Car USA newsroom (news.cision.com/volvo-car-usa)

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