2025 Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid

Other brands have caught up, but Volvo maintains its deserved reputation for safety innovation and quality fit and finish. Volvos also stand out for its attractive exterior styling and for having some of the nicest interiors in the industry, with especially comfortable seats. The brand’s XC line of SUVs range from compact and two-row to midsized and three-row. Volvo also sells sedans and station wagons, along with several EVs, ranging from small to large. Most of Volvo’s new cars scored average or below-average in our reliability rankings, and the infotainment systems on many models are less intuitive than what you’ll find in competitors’ cars. Our testers have also found that Volvos aren’t great at absorbing bumps, and have average fuel economy. Among used Volvos, some models have proven to be reliable enough to earn our recommendation.

Volvo's XC60 is a compact luxury SUV with elegant, high-quality interior. The plug-in hybrid version, badged T8 Recharge has an EPA-estimated 35 mile range on electric power only, after which it transitions to regular hybrid operation and gets 28 mpg. It takes five hours to charge the 18.8 kWh battery on 240 volt power. This semi electric Volvo is very quick and the transitions between electric and gas power are unobtrusive. Handling is taut and responsive. Like the rest of the XC60 line, the car suffers from convoluted and distracting controls and a stiff ride. The small infotainment screen and lack of wireless CarPlay show the XC60's age. The cabin benefits from very comfortable and supportive seats, a clean, stylish Scandinavian-inspired interior design, and a nicely finished cargo hold. For 2025, the PHEV version is no longer called the Recharge.