2014 Volvo XC60 review

1. Stylish interior

The 2014 Volvo XC60 got an interior refresh, with an elegant and attention-grabbing cabin. You'll love the metallic or wood accents, unobtrusive infotainment controls that illuminate with a soft white glow, and upholstery options with soft monochrome tones and textures. Driver tech and passenger infotainment features are easy to navigate, while deep-fill seat support and drink holders across both rows mean everyone can ride in comfort.

2. Clever urban awareness features

Driving in the city means sharing space with pedestrians and cyclists who may be weaving through traffic or catching the last seconds of a crosswalk signal. The 2014 Volvo XC60 is here to help, with low-speed collision mitigation and avoidance system on every trim. Plus, any 2014 XC60 with the optional Technology package will also benefit from pedestrian and cyclist detection, a new feature for this model year.

3. Sporty T6 R-Design trim

The Volvo XC60 makes understated luxury look easy, and the 2014 XC60 T6 R-Design trim offers plenty of sporty thrills. This trim has a 325-hp turbocharged 3.0L six-cylinder engine paired with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission and standard AWD. Expect to power up hills and zoom through turns with the sport-tuned suspension, all from your body-hugging contoured sport seat. Exclusive design touches are included throughout for premium sporty appeal. 

4. Plenty of package options

While this luxury crossover is generously equipped as standard, there's an abundance of package options to look for. The base 3.2 trim can be equipped with the Premier package, which adds luxury extras like rear privacy glass, a panoramic sunroof, and leather upholstery. The 2014 Volvo XC60 Premier Plus package is available on all trims and includes features like a power liftgate, front and rear parking sensors, and a rearview camera. The Platinum package adds some nice sensory features, including ambient interior lighting and a 12-speaker surround-sound audio system.

5. Helpful towing capacity

If you love the practical dimensions of a compact SUV and don't want to switch to a larger vehicle, the ability to tow when the occasion calls for it is extremely handy. For adventurous trips that include boards, bikes, and kayaks—or work projects that require you to transport materials and equipment—all 3.0L and 3.2L 2014 Volvo XC60 models can tow an estimated 3,300 lbs. when properly equipped.