The Volvo V60 Cross Country Will Have You Riding High (But Not Too High).

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Maybe the SUV you’re looking for isn’t the same as your neighbor’s. Not all of them are ginormous. Not all of them need a step ladder for entry. The Volvo V60 Cross Country offers SUV utility without the baggage. And if load gear on roof racks, this rig will make your life much easier. Tom Voelk checks out a loaded model with plenty of safety.
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[@KarlLetcher]

SUVs are station wagons that don’t handle well.

[@rightlanehog3151]

And burn more gas

[@afcgeo882]

This thing handles like an Explorer.

[@441meatloaf]

Thats actually not true. Depending on the brand, if you look at Subaru's they handle just like a small car especially the crosstrek and forestor since the engine sits low in the front it doesnt feel like ur driving a raised brick that can't turn.

[@johngaudet6316]

Tom I purchased this same car almost a year ago on Halloween. I love it just got my 10K free service. I especially love the heated wipers, wheel and seats. Yes heated wipers. I got the charcoal interior though. 57K but I love it.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I'd go with that color. The light color shows dirt.

[@clairekennedy8767]

Nice car John!

[@joegondo7985]

Had a 1975..it ran and ran and ran even in Michigan winters...4 wheel disc brakes, rack and pinion steering , fuel injection and a 4 speed manual with a clutch that even a little old lady could not stall. Taught my children how to drive a stick and it was a pleasure. Think it cost about 5 grand..

[@rightlanehog3151]

That was a real Volvo built at a time when only Mercedes made better cars.

[@afcgeo882]

Well... we all know nothing ever changes...

[@mistertee5000]

I don't understand why there aren't more of these on the road. It looks fantastic in and out and it's not that expensive.

[@johngaudet6316]

Mine was 57K, but I don't care it's awesome.

[@AmbroseBrandt]

And sadly wagons are dying off in North America 😢

[@Juan_More_Mile]

it is expensive for what it is and lacks still now in 2024

[@sonofcain14]

It looks great inside and out. Volvo's a great alternative to the big German trío

[@441meatloaf]

But volvo also very expensive. Not many people buy volvo over a BMW

[@jody024]

Volvo reliability has been a bit of an issue lately though. For example: The XV90 was named the most unreliable car of the year in the UK.

[@sonofcain14]

@@jody024 that is true

[@the_OCD_Garage]

Aoru agreed, when you speck out the car it’s definitely on the same price point. And most people in USA are just looking for status symbol. If you pay the same for Volvo then BMW and evening get less with BMW most people will buy that as it’s associated with more premium “rich” people

[@scottysvensson]

@@jody024 source?

[@mauricetremblay1324]

Volvo saved my family. XC 90 V-8. Loved that car. They remain beautiful! Great review.

[@ilieilie79]

how was it ?

[@mauricetremblay1324]

It was one of the best vehicles I ever had and even 12 years later I still miss her. The BEAST as I called her will Love forever in my heart

[@mojogrip]

Learned how to drive in my Dad's old VOLVO station wagon

[@gotthilfweniger3248]

I bought this car a week ago and I absolutely love it! Could not have made a better decision .

[@kelseymthomas]

I just bought mine a few weeks ago! I love it!

[@kelseymthomas]

My Third Volvo wagon!

[@tonys9413]

Great video, Tom. I would take the regular V60 hybrid any day.

[@xxphactor]

Ahh! Just high enough for a speed bump in a mall parking lot! Coming from a pickup truck as a daily driver for over 20 years, my 2015 XC60 feels like a car to me.

[@LandonWatkins]

I would love it if you could review the new Audi A4 and A6 Allroads!!

[@McSMACKthe1st]

Another great review. I’m not really interested in this vehicle but your review made me question it. It really looks and seems like a very nice car. One to put on the list for my next car.

[@ccroy2001]

I learned how to drive in my Dad's Volvo. 244DL Sedan. My Mom had a Cadillac Seville and the turning circle on the Volvo was so tight! You could tell it was European. Made U turns not Y turns on urban residential streets.

[@mlee6136]

Love the video quality of your videos, I got a new laptop with HD display and I really notice the difference when upping the feed to 2,160p.... !!! About the Volvo, until they change their centralized console to something more intuitive or go back to quick buttons it's a showstopper for me. If Volvo is all about safety which they have been why have a distracting infotainment system...

[@AllStars2525]

This just might fit the bill--SUV space and drives like a car! Great review!

[@ayavelow]

makes me want to earn more money!

[@bassandtrebleclef]

2:16 - regular maintenance, time for maintenance.

[@topawk2]

Volvo font is definitely timeless. One of my favorite things about Volvo! And of course the head rest drop button 😉

[@JEMurl]

Those seats look more comfortable than my bed

[@johngaudet6316]

When my friend is in back being a back seat driver, I push the button hitting his head. Lol

[@damirs4468]

@@johngaudet6316 haha..same here!

[@martinkleinman2522]

here's a car to add to my next-vehicle list. Nice job man.

[@NdzTube]

I only seem to like volvos in wagon form from the 240 to the 850 and now V90 CC 🤷🏻‍♂️ - btw i think i got the model numbers right 😏 great job as usual tom 👍🏼

[@jamesdaple9951]

Glad it’s made in Sweden

[@stephenhendricks103]

Like Tom I owned a couple of Volvo wagons and a two Saab alternatives over the years. Defected to a KIA Sorento in 2012 when my wife was attracted to the higher driver's seating of an SUV as Seattle suburban traffic grew taller and taller each year. (Much like a missile race trying to match the height of surrounding traffic forced the issue.) I'd happily return to a wagon but the current Sorento is my wife's daily driver and she has the deciding vote in the family "road trip" vehicle. Loved the Volvo wagons but I recall a number of minor annoying issues that required service and maintenance over the years. Nothing major, just annoying minor glitches. Otherwise, the minimalist Scandinavian designs were a joy to behold and we never lacked for interior space.

[@mess0965]

Ditch the ELR and get the wagon that saved your family's lives more than once. Evil twin is acceptable also. Be well.

[@Mr91495osh]

To me a wagon is like low hard to get and hard to get out of SUV. I’m referring to hip height. However, I do like this a lot.

[@jayjuggrnaut]

It's annoying that you have to turn off the Start/Stop feature EVERY FREAKING TIME YOU GET IN THE CAR.

[@CDNRower99]

I have a BMW e61. This seems like a good succession plan.

[@dygardion9130]

Wow a regular shifter??? I’m shook

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Nice, huh?

[@dygardion9130]

Driven Car Reviews ya! I wasn’t expecting that, don’t all the other volvo models use an electronic shifter?? Nothing beats a traditional shifter with good quality feel to it

[@johngaudet6316]

This whole car has a quality feel to it, in the snow it's like a tank. I haven't put winter tires on mine yet but I imagine it would be unstoppable.

[@legambaz]

Volvo Stationwagons are the ultimate in self expression.

[@jontwibell2467]

What a great looking car. Really enjoy your reviews Tom!

[@jean-louislonne7033]

Do I see a steady climb to 130k viewers? Way to go Tom!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Steady as she goes...

[@yodabeeshdc8275]

Beautifully, though I really miss the aggressive exterior “off-road” styling of the old school xc70. The only things that sets it apart are the lower trim along the wheel wells, higher clearance, and “labeling”. I miss my old 2006 xc70. I used to beat the hell out of it and would take it off road to go on beaches for kitesurfing. The v60 XC is too pristine and you probably would not want to beat it up,

[@mk14617]

What a great review! We just ordered one with European delivery. Volvo’s European delivery program is better than that of any other brand, and the discount from MSRP is fantastic as well.

[@wolveskeeper]

volvo for life .keep up the good work tom . a fan from israel :)

[@darrinmc]

Great review of a beautiful car. I really, really hate the use of the touch screen for frequently used controls like the climate settings. They are so distracting to use while driving. I liked the old Volvo climate control buttons with the side view of the passenger. Easy to use without looking.

[@aedavis13]

They are great looking, driving, and well appointed cars. Unfortunately Volvo removed all their vehicles balls and they are limited to 180kmh/118mph. Probably not an issue for Americans, but for Americans living/working in Germany it’s a no go.

[@Sanpedranoazul]

If I live in the US or Canada, I`d like to drive a VOLVO Wagon for sure!

[@PaulHo]

They really need to bring back the C30.

[@taochen]

Underrated channel!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Agreed.

[@johnmattiazzo3900]

Does any one know location of assembly the v 60 please tell me not China

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Not China , 10:30

[@johngaudet6316]

Trollahaton, Sweden

[@Bluescanian]

Sweden or Belgium

[@Scythes]

V60´s are all built in Volvo´s main production facility in Torslanda, Sweden just outside Gothenburg. The American and EU markets all Volvos are built in Sweden (V90, S90, V60, XC60, XC90), Belgium (XC40) or the US (S60). The only car made in China for the global market is the S90L. Other then that cars built in the Asian factories are ment for the Asian market.

[@EnthusiastCarHangar]

Just under 7 seconds is not exactly quick! But this is a great vehicle.

[@TheHelghast1138]

I love Volvo ♥️ maybe you can keep extra cars you get in your secret lair 😎

[@DrivenCarReviews]

The secret lair is full. I need an extra secret lair.

[@michaelsylvester7272]

That a nice looking wagon /suv Great review Tom

[@jamesdaple9951]

Nice design

[@gabrielmillien7439]

It is very beautiful.

[@MercOne]

Really good reviews man.

[@MsLouie76]

I need to upgrade my XC40 to XC60 cross country.

[@JRunnerify]

I have one and love it!!!!

[@RyanBlockb5]

It looks very nice.

[@telliesmith9825]

Volvos are nice but I think of them I think of let's say adults older one's

[@davidjym]

A standard roof rack would help the look for "Cross Country" and better compete with the Subaru Outback which is more affordable.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Drive them back to back and I'll bet you'll understand why the Volvo is more expensive.

[@davidjym]

@@DrivenCarReviews True Tom, and that's the reason why I don't test drive 'luxury' brands because I might fall in love with them!!!

[@johngaudet6316]

OMG no comparison in luxury, quality, safety and that Bowers&Wilkins audio is AWESOME

[@SterlingSigurdsen]

what car are you driving now Tom Voelk?

[@dustinalmond5326]

This guy is clearly not a fan of using the blinker. I enjoy his commentary, though.

[@djcoronel]

i don't think this vehicle would be classified as an SUV. it's still a wagon.

[@zuti071]

Why don't you use capital letters at the start of your sentences?

[@djcoronel]

@@zuti071 why do you care?

[@jessesea77]

I love Volvo! Can’t wait to see more electrification!

[@johngaudet6316]

Definitely I wanna check out the XC40 and Polestar 2!!!!!

[@patmoitry4397]

Tommy, we certainly don't want Makiko to kill you, so... hang in there! Never quite understood all the craze about the SUV's in the US. Probably that need to show off that Americans have (more than in the old world?). Anyway, what remains great with a SW is that, whatever you want to carry, wherever you want to go: you know you can! Hence the craze about pick up trucks in your country of Pioneers. But in Europe you EVER see a pick up truck... Go and figure! Thanks for another great review, as usual!

[@danhall3450]

My 1st two cars were Volvos: 122S Wagon & 145S. For the time both were great cars with safety, economy, and comfort way ahead of their peers. While current Volvos are still the best looking "wagons" around after 2 Subarus Outbacks I wouldn't go back. Subies may not be quite as deluxe but they offer more cargo space, better mpg, safety features and comfort on par with Volvos for $10-$15K less.

[@Guvb235]

Absolutely stunning!!!

[@Catacretu72]

A great material with a fantastic car, however, this car is in the A4 Allroad family, not the A6 Allroad. The V 90 Cross Country is there.

[@nateisright]

Beautiful movie, Tom. As for the car: not a fan of the 4 banger or Chinese ownership. Hard pass.

[@RJGameArtDev]

As tempting as this looks, I still love my 2015 V60. All the surfaces and materials have held up very well. Once the V60 is all electric though.....

[@garybrownell]

You always remind folks to subscribe and click on notifications. I've finally discovered that KZbin, in its infinite wisdom, has decided that people who opted in for email notifications really don't want email notifications, so they turned them off in the middle of August. You can still get your smart phone app to give you a notification. I don't really understand why people would want their phone cluttered with banners and buzzes, rather than an email notification, but that's where we are. You might want to add something about this to your usual subscribe and notify reminders.

[@MrThepervv]

Is that Will Smiths house from Fresh prince in the background @1:08? *sarcasm

[@S2kBPRIME]

Cool car, very disappointing engine. An awd hybrid would've made this great

[@michaelsoon57]

Stand w Hong Kong

[@steveadp]

Can you review the Audi A4 ALLROAD? Wonder how they compare.

[@porsche558]

Another awesome video Tom! I really like the style that new Volvo’s carry with them these days. I’m excited about their Polestar company making all electric vehicles. I’m a fan of wagons, I own a Subaru Outback 3.6r. I’m also a fan of all electric vehicles, I just wish there was more of them.

[@cadenbrigstocke6043]

10:51 peep V60 Cross Country's older sister, the XC 90 🤣

[@MercOne]

Love their designs, but hate that lawnmower engine.

[@swells1]

Beautiful car! Hardly any for sale here though.

[@DavidDLee]

I wish they were: 1. more affordable 2. more reliable

[@yahtzeejimbob]

Tom,, did you mention whether the front seats were cooled?

[@ttbalog]

Nice and unique car. Great review as usual.

[@stupid8911]

Okay, I'm geeking OUT over your fun fact regarding the font. I LOVE their font, it's everything you said. After you mentioned the Gothenburg setting, I thought, "I wonder if that setting is in the Owner's Manual. Hey! I wonder if the font in the owner's manual matches the font around the car". FREAKY! Enough geekiness from me. Good work, Friend. Keep it up.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I contacted Volvo about the font name and the rep said it didn't have one. But Volvo created it. There's a secondary font used for the user interface touchscreen, I believe it's called Volvo Sans. It's like a light thin Helvetica. More geekiness.

[@Azmodan911]

Evil twin prefers the heat. No surprise there.

[@shauncorney5944]

What color was the v60 cc did u test drive?

[@hungryboy424]

Does the stop/start cause more wear on the starter motor !

[@ahbenjamin2889]

Which do you prefer the V90 or the V60 ?

[@ZiggyBoon]

How did you manage to score 8 packs of Costco toilet paper? I had 2 packs in my cart last week, and an employee politely told me I could only have one!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

First off, they know me after nearly 20 years. Secondly, I return it.

[@gtilover11]

Love this wagon. I just wished the V60 non-cc was also available with AWD.

[@DavGreg]

I would like the CC but without the leather interior and sunroof.

[@MyJeffrey1970]

If it came in T6 I would buy .

[@kingkontinuum]

Literally driving this right now as a rental 😮

[@JulezWinnfield]

Literally or actually?

[@kenc2257]

Literally?! Probably illegal to drive and watch KZbin/text simultaneously.

[@johngaudet6316]

These are too nice for a rent a wreck.

[@SvenTheSveed]

My V90 Cross Country saved my and my mother’s life.

[@ilieilie79]

how was it ?

[@JEMurl]

That's a pretty wagon

[@supercooled]

It’s a shooting brake.

[@kristy77a]

Another car? DO IT! ;-)

[@migy5031]

Tom, I can totally see you buying one of these!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

If I were to buy a Volvo it would be an XC40 Recharge.

[@acchaladka]

I should have got this instead of our Tesla Model 3 LR. We just don't have enough family space and trips of any real length are a real pain to pack for. Can't wait to see this in an EV.

[@johngaudet6316]

Check out Polestar 2, similar sturdy Volvo chassis quality. Can't wait to test drive one.

[@acchaladka]

@@johngaudet6316 I have, and I wanted to like it, it's only that I loathe CUVs and SUVs. It has a lot going for it but I just couldn't get past that form factor.

[@johngiddens8101]

Alright, you misspelled "hight". Not sure if that was intentional... :P

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Nope, just poor at checking.

[@johngiddens8101]

Driven Car Reviews big fan here! Thanks for the awesome reviews!

[@bohemianbrian]

What I really want to know is how you got all that toilet paper

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Don't like to brag but I'm well connected

[@Mr1wd]

2:14 That laggy screen on startup...

[@DrivenCarReviews]

There's nothing laggy there. They're all like that Charlie.

[@robyoungquist5803]

So Tom ... I think you should get this wagon and when you wife starts in on you ... “oh well, Honey, I. I . I just was reminiscing about how our family is still alive because of our past Volvo’s and with all the crazy drivers about and because I love you all and want to keep you safe, it just was the prudent purchase. After all, I’d be nothing if you all weren’t around anymore. (Practice this until it rolls off your tongue. Putting the family above your needs/wants shows you’re a compassionate loving guy 😂). It’ll work believe me! 😉

[@DrivenCarReviews]

She's a lot smarter than that. Trust me.

[@robyoungquist5803]

😫

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@robyoungquist5803 She's a double major from Stanford. Both book and street smart.

[@robyoungquist5803]

Geeez Tom have you ever won an argument? Poor guy 🤪

[@DavGreg]

I drive a 2019 VW Golf Alltrack for many of the same reasons outlined in the review. VW really missed the boat with the Alltrack- it is a wonderful car that they had no idea how to market.

[@walterivanfairview]

Happy with my $34000 Golf Alltrack. Wagons are the perfect car.

[@afcgeo882]

Except that it’s extremely overpriced.

[@Lucky8s]

You spent a ridiculous amount of money on a Golf.

[@walterivanfairview]

@@Lucky8s In Puerto Rico car prices are different.

[@afcgeo882]

Ivan Quinones Yeah... no. Cars cost the exact same. The Alltrack starts at $26,895 in PR. Just like the rest of the country.

[@Lucky8s]

@@walterivanfairview It starts at $34,000 in Canada. Ridiculously priced as well. All the compact crossovers over here start at around $26-27,000

[@diggsy3]

Outback lessee here - couldn't agree more that we (U.S. folk) need to re-discover the love of station wagons. Not on the market at the moment, but always love your videos (and greatly appreciated the chuckle at the end).

[@afcgeo882]

To be fair, the Outback is FAR better than this Volvo.

[@diggsy3]

George L I’m two or three generations off from driving an XC70 when Hertz Connect was still a thing so I won’t pass judgment on this version. However, I’m having less than satisfactory enjoyment with the 2020 tablet in the Outback...the OTA updates are handy, but none have actually made it work consistently. I leased the car for the ride quality and stuffability so the center stack isn’t a deal breaker, but I would like for it to consistently work since I’m paying for it 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@afcgeo882]

aredee3 You get an all-new car in its first generation, then wonder why it has hiccups...? Volvo had major problems with their system when it came out too. Almost everyone does.

[@diggsy3]

George L I was not wondering, was simply noting said hiccup on behalf of others that may not be aware of it.

[@clairekennedy8767]

I love it!

[@gladdy02]

Wow, those start up graphics looked laggy AF

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Same as any other.

[@johngaudet6316]

It's not actually, even in very cold weather.

[@yahakoob]

gud keep it up

[@AmaxterPlays]

I’ve always loved the new Volvos. I’ll love them even more when Geely actually fulfills their promise of electrifying them.

[@bzdtemp]

Do check out the Polestar 2. A good alternative to the small Tesla.

[@afcgeo882]

You can get a T8.

[@philipc239]

Why everyone prefers tall SUV over anything else? Cos XXXL is the new small

[@afcgeo882]

You call it svelte? It’s the size of an Outback, with 30% less interior volume than an Outback. Have you seen its curb weight? It’s 4,200 lbs! It’s anything, but “svelte”. The 2020 Outback Onyx weighs 3,884lbs! Almost 400lbs less!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Svelte, as in design, . This would compare with the Outback Touring, so the Volvo is 100 pounds heavier. 30% less interior volume? The passenger compartment is nearly the same size (the Volvo looses a couple inches of rear legroom). I'l assume you meant cargo area, that's smaller by about 25% (the Subaru's roof is higher by 4 inches if I remember). Nice that the Subie has a little more room but for those with the funds, the whole of the Volvo is a step or two higher.

[@afcgeo882]

Driven Car Reviews I compared the interior volume figures behind the first rows and behind the second rows to compare the interior volumes where it really counts in a wagon. Length isn’t volume. Behind the first row of seats, the Volvo has just 60% of volume that the Outback has. Oh and the Subaru destroys it in the front seats too. Outback front leg room: 42.8” V60 front leg room: 42.3” Outback front head room 40.1” V60 front head room 37.4” Outback front shoulder room 58.1” V60 front shoulder room 56.1” The Outback’s larger in every category except the exterior dimensions and weight.

[@johngaudet6316]

Less weight means less safe and less quality

[@afcgeo882]

John Gaudet No, you dummy, it doesn’t! 😂 😂 😂. Carbon fiber is far stronger and lighter than steel.

[@KolyanKolyanitch]

@@afcgeo882 We got it. You are in love with outback. Take it easy, nobody is judging you. But the way you fiercely defend Subaru makes me think that you don't realy satisfied with it.