2028 Volvo XC60MotorTrendBob HernandezWed, September 9, 2026 at 2:37 PM UTCAdd us on Google2028 Volvo XC60MotorTrend - MotorTrendStylish, calm cabinStrong PHEV performanceExcellent safety focusNot especially sportyAging platformEX60 may overshadowThe XC60 has long been Volvo's sweet-spot SUV: smaller and easier to live with than the XC90, but still polished, practical, and unmistakably premium. For 2028, the familiar formula may get a useful plug-in hybrid boost as Volvo keeps one foot in electrification and the other in traditional luxury-SUV comfort. Think of it as the calm, design-forward alternative in a compact luxury SUV segment often chasing sportiness.AdvertisementAdvertisementOther small luxury SUVs include the Genesis GV70, BMW X3, and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class.What's NewReports suggest the XC60 T8 plug-in hybrid could receive the most meaningful update for 2028, a larger battery that substantially increases electric-only range.Volvo may also give the PHEV model some EX60-inspired interior or software updates to keep the gas and plug-in hybrid SUVs aligned with their upcoming electric counterpart.This page will be updated with more insights and photos as information becomes available.What We ThinkThe XC60 continues to be a thoughtful luxury SUV for buyers who prioritize design, comfort, safety, and everyday ease over flash or driver excitement. It's not the newest entry in the segment, but its calm personality and well-finished cabin still make a strong case.AdvertisementAdvertisementRecent updates help keep the XC60 feeling current, especially inside. A larger infotainment display, revised interface, improved materials, and refreshed styling give Volvo's compact luxury SUV a more modern feel without changing its familiar character.That said, the XC60 is not a particularly thrilling SUV to drive. It is quick enough, comfortable, and composed, but it lacks the sharper responses of some rivals. The upcoming EX60 may also make the XC60 feel less cutting-edge, especially for shoppers ready to go fully electric.Still, that may not matter to the XC60's target buyer. As a stylish, practical, and quietly premium luxury SUV, it continues to understand its job very well.Top-Ranked Competitors:Genesis GV70AdvertisementAdvertisementBMW X3Mercedes-Benz GLC-ClassMotorTrend TestedThe 2028 XC60's base B5 mild-hybrid powertrain pairs a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an integrated starter-generator. Output is expected to remain 247 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque, routed through an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. Volvo estimates a 0–60-mph time of 6.8 seconds.T8 plug-in hybrid models should continue to use a different all-wheel-drive setup, with a 2.0-liter turbo-four powering the front wheels and an electric motor driving the rears. Combined output is expected to remain 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque. In MotorTrend testing, a 2026 XC60 with this powertrain reached 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, but if it gets a bigger battery this year that number could come down.MPGs and RangeB5 mild hybrid models are expected to remain the efficiency baseline for XC60 shoppers, with fuel economy likely close to the current 23/30 mpg city/highway and an estimated total range of about 489 miles.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe plug-in hybrid is the bigger question for 2028. The 2026 XC60 PHEV was EPA-rated at 63 mpg-e, 36 miles of all-electric range, and 560 miles of total range, but Volvo may give the T8 a larger battery. If that happens, electric-only range could increase substantially. A larger battery could also add weight, however, so acceleration and efficiency figures may change even if total output carries over.Safety FeaturesWe expect the XC60's driver-assist technologies to carry over from the previous model year. Those should include:Blind-spot monitoringLane keeping assistTraffic sign recognitionRear parking sensorsAdvertisementAdvertisementCross traffic monitoringTechnologyInfotainmentThe 2028 XC60 is expected to retain the 11.2-inch infotainment touchscreen introduced during the SUV's refresh. Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, multiple USB ports, and a wireless charging pad should continue, though Volvo may add software or interface updates inspired by the upcoming EX60.Sound SystemThe XC60 should continue with a 10-speaker audio system on base models. Higher trims are expected to offer or include a 14-speaker Harman Kardon system, while a 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins setup should remain the premium audio upgrade.Available UpgradesVolvo does not usually bury the XC60 under endless standalone options, but several worthwhile upgrades should continue. Look for features such as a head-up display, ventilated front seats, massaging front seats, adaptive air suspension, and premium Bowers & Wilkins audio to remain available depending on trim.