Typically, SUVs have been gas-guzzling road hogs, but today, they are svelte, efficient, practical and in demand. Nowhere is this more true than with the Volvo family of SUV crossovers. Impeccable Scandinavian design, fuel-efficient gas or hybrid engines - soon electric! - suites of advanced safety and convenience features make Volvo vehicles stand out from the crowd. And the SUV market is crowded. While Volvo still offers the wagons and sedans they are known for, Volvo is quickly becoming famous for its premium SUV line, XC. The compact XC40, the mid-size XC60 and the luxury XC90 offer both traditional gas as well as hybrid plug-in options. The all-electric 2021 XC Recharge models are on their way as Volvo is steadily moving toward an all-electric lineup. Discover more about each model to help determine what is right for your East Bay Area driving needs.
Volvo XC40
The Volvo XC40 is the smallest of the bunch but is just as capable as it’s bigger siblings and plenty roomy, fitting five easily. Available with a front-wheel-drive 184-hp T4 engine or a 248-hp T5 all-wheel-drive engine, the XC40 offers plenty of high-tech features and a driving position that will make you feel like you are in a bigger SUV. Choose from the base XC40 Momentum, mid-tier XC40 R-Design or premium XC40 Inscription. Also available is the all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge. Standard Momentum features include:
- 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display
- Leather upholstery
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- LED lighting
- Auto-dimming, power-folding exterior mirrors
- Two USB-C ports for the rear seats
- Rear parking sensors
- Clever and useful storage bins throughout the cabin
- Panoramic moonroof
- Nappa leather & Nubuck upholstery (R-Design)
- Navigation
- Driftwood inlays
- Dynamic or Sport chassis
- Crystal-trimmed gear shifter knob (Inscription)
The 2021 Volvo XC60 is a handsome mid-size SUV choice that comes with a FWD, 250-hp T5 engine standard, with the option to upgrade to an AWD supercharged 316-hp T6 or the 400-hp, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) T8. The T8 turns the XC60 into the XC60 Recharge, a nod to the future all-electric versions of the model. Compared to the XC40, the Volvo XC60 offers tighter handling, a more luxurious cabin, a roomy second row and more powerful engine options. Choose from the Xc60 Momentum, XC60 R-Design, XC60 Inscription, or the XC60 Recharge (PHEV). Standard features for the 2021 model year include:
- Leather upholstery
- Linear lime wood inlays
- High-performance audio system
- 18-inch silver alloy wheels
- Panoramic sunroof
- 9-inch touchscreen
- LED headlights
- Heated seats
- Navigation system
- Front parking sensors
- Four-zone auto climate control
- 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system
- Ventilated front seats
- 21-inch wheels
- Brembo® front brakes
- Gold colored seat belts
- 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system
The 2021 Volvo XC90 is the largest and most luxurious in the Volvo XC family, seating seven comfortable in three rows. In the XC90, you’ll find more cargo room than its smaller counterparts and the same engine options as the Volvo XC60 - the T5, T6 and plug-in hybrid Recharge (or T8 in the 2020 model). The T6 and Recharge models also have the option to have second-row captain’s chairs, seating six total. As stylish and upgraded as the XC90 is, you’ll find it is actually more affordable than other crossovers in its class. Trim levels are similar to the XC60: Momentum, R-Design and Inscription. Premium standard features for the 2021 model year include:
- Adaptive headlights
- Wireless charging pad
- Front parking sensors
- Panoramic sunroof
- Hands-free liftgate
- Driver-seat memory settings
- Heated front seats
- 10-speaker audio system
- Navigation system
Upgrade to the R-Design or Inscription, or choose from the many available options, and you can also have:
- Ambient lighting
- Head-up display
- 20- or 21-inch wheels
- Integrated booster cushions for outboard rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Air ionizer to further clean and filter air in the cabin
- Passenger seat memory settings
- 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system (R-Design) or 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system (Inscription)
- Black exterior trim (R-Design) or Chrome exterior trim (Inscription)
Of course, Volvo is all about safety! For 2021, there are even more standard safety features included:
- 360-degree camera system with bird’s eye parking view
- Blind Spot Information System
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane keeping assist
- Forward collision mitigation
- Driver attention warning
All Volvo XC vehicles come with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration standard, as well as the available Volvo On Call app that lets you allow friends or family to access your Volvo, even when you’re not there! There are plenty of high-tech convenience and safety features available, so speak to an expert at Volvo Cars Walnut Creek to learn more about what is available.
Volvo has committed to making 50% of the cars they produce and sell all-electric by 2025. Thus, the introduction of the Recharge plug-in hybrid powertrains for all XC models. The new Volvo XC40 Recharge is the first fully-electric vehicle from Volvo, boasting 0-60 mph in just 4.7 seconds and going over 200 miles* in one charge. With 402 horsepower, this electric SUV competes with the best gas-powered vehicles and has all the luxury and technology for which Volvo is known. Just a taste of the affordably luxurious, sustainable future to come from Volvo.
Visit Volvo Cars Walnut Creek to learn more about each member of the Volvo SUV family and let our knowledgeable staff help you determine which Volvo is right for your driving in the East Bay Area. We’ll work with you to get the options you want at a price you’ll love.
Plus, until January 4, 2021, if you are a Costco member, you can get a member-only bonus of $1,250 on a new 2020 or 2021 Volvo XC40, XC60 or XC90! That’s on top of the current market incentives currently available for you! Contact Volvo Cars Walnut Creek to learn more.
*THIS IS NOT BASED ON EPA TESTING. 200-mile combined driving range rating based on EU WLTP testing under controlled conditions for a new vehicle. Your range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery-package/condition, and other factors.
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