The Volvo V60 Is The Top-Rated Choice for Wagons
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Wagons may not be as popular as sedans or SUVs, but they are 100% worth the consideration - especially the Volvo V60.
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The V60 can be used as a traditional wagon or it can be roughed up a bit for that Colorado or West Coast outdoor life with a 2.5-inch raised ride height to 8.3 inches of ground clearance and plastic body cladding in the V60 Cross Country form. Inside, all V60s feature a minimalist cabin with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with an iPad-like interface that's easy to use. Wrapped in ribbons of metallic trim and swaths of synthetic or genuine leather, it's a calm place to spend time.
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V60s are powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-4 with 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque sent to the front wheels, though Cross Country models have all-wheel drive. A plug-in hybrid model adds a lithium-ion battery pack and electric motor to the mix to up power output to 415 hp and 494 lb-ft sent to all four wheels.
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The T5 turbo-4 is the smoother engine with enough punch for highway passing. The plug-in hybrid (which isn't available in the high-riding Cross Country trim) has 22 miles of range on electricity alone and has an EPA efficiency rating of 69 MPGe. The turbo-4 in more pedestrian V60s is still fairly efficient with EPA ratings in the low to mid 30s on the highway, though ratings drop to the low 20s around town.
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The V60 interiors are nothing short of impressive or comfortable. The rear seats have a modest 35.2 inches of legroom and cargo-carrying capacity is SUV-like with up to 23.2 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats that grows to 50.9 cubic feet when they're folded down.
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Every V60 has standard automatic emergency braking and active lane control along with blind-spot monitors and adaptive headlights. Also standard: Volvo's Pilot Assist system allows the driver to remove their hands from the wheel for about 15 seconds at a time. Drivers will find fantastic outward vision from behind the wheel of the V60 thanks to thin pillars and lots of glass around the greenhouse. With a Swedish design to stun, great standard safety, and user-friendly tech, it's hard to make an argument why anyone in the market for a wagon shouldn't get the V60. The only question now is whether the Cross Country's off-road inclinations are needed for your lifestyle.
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If you're ready to jump on the wagon's bandwagon, contact McDonald Volvo today to learn more about the V60 or shop the current selection of new Volvos!
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