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Looks like they've updated the HUD:

 

Something to notice from the interior b-roll. The dash is different, larger map and less space for the rev/speed

 

Yep, looks slightly different!

 

Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear to have ambient lighting along the dashboard like the new XC90. I really like the halo-like effect in the XC90; it looks much more elegant compared to a traditional LED light strip.

I wonder if older cars will also get the new instrument cluster and HUD changes..

 

I wonder if older cars will also get the new instrument cluster and HUD changes..

Yeah I'm wondering the same... update when they do the AAOS refresh?

 

Dislike the "stuck-on" screen look. Ruined the beautiful LC 500 interior. Cheap-looking.

 

Yep, I hate when they do that. Makes me feel like the just grabbed a cheap tablet and glued it to the dash.

 

So this is the 2026 XC60?
And I would guess it could be ordered fairly soon in the US?

 

When we get our next open orders for XC60, it will be the 2026 version. We're also told that there will be more variants, so maybe they're offering bright/dark again but I don't know for sure?

 

Best news: New colors!

 

I'm definitely interested, and it would be OSD. I think ordering usually starts some time in May, right?

 

I've used that big screen in the XC90 once or twice. I really like it, and it looks MUCH better in person. Not the most elegant thing in the world, but I think most people will be willing to make the tradeoff for the added functionality.

I was hoping the SPA1 cars would get a full hybrid B5/B6 version with a true electric motor somewhere. A 300hp non-plug-in hybrid would be a great daily driver combo with 30+ combined mpg. I also wondered if the XC60 would get similar chassis updates to the XC90, but it looks like not. Even so, I'm glad to see Nordico here, which I much prefer to the old upholstery options. Looks like Nappa is still available to those who want it.

 

Some nice colors, indeed. Volvo should hire a small chinese company to build a slot-in/plug-in replacement to their existing Sensus system. It would work far better than the current AAOS, and will look as good as the new XC90-style infotainment.

meanwhile:

 

Nice!! I've put my potential purchase of a new XC60 on hold, and this is great news. I was worried I'd buy right before a refresh and then regret not waiting. I think this is worth waiting for.

So, how does this play in the overall XC60 timeline? Are we still expecting a complete refresh of the XC60 for the 2027 model year?

Any word on structural safety enhancements for this refresh? The current XC60 was dropped from IIHS' Top Safety Pick+ over the scores tallied during the updated side impact tests.

 

I would imagine this update will take the car from now until ICE's are no longer offered by Volvo. They wouldn't just do it for one or two years.

I don't see any major structural changes with the body of the update so I would think the IIHS ratings wouldn't change.

 

I was hoping for true Pixel LED headlights, guess not with this lift.

 

That is the most disappointing part. The entry models (EX30/EC40/EX40) and flagship models (XC90/EX90) offer them, but not the sweet spot and best seller. It's 15-year-old tech at this point, if not more. I'm in love with the new colors and the interior updates, but this omission will keep one out of the driveway. (Also the lack of the ventilated Cardamom seats, like the XC90. I do not want black or blonde to get seat ventilation/massage.)

 

This is ugly:

 

Too bad that there is no Black / Silver layout but just this 'wood like' which looks worse.
Not mentioning this central tablet. In previous layout this display was so cool integrated.

 

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Are we really going to see the 70 mile electric range and 3 hour charging in the North American model? I may have to see if an early lease trade in would be possible.

 

Where do you see 70 miles mentioned? The link shows 82km WLTP, which converted to EPA is probably about 60km or 40mi. Same as the outgoing T8. As far as I know none of these refreshes are getting longer range in the T8s.

 

Volvo is good - not great. You can only accomplish so much with mirrors, reflectors, and shutters.

Yes, I agree. Pixel lights are better, and it’s a shame Volvo skipped them for this refresh.

I have driven the 2025.5 XC90 at night in Germany and the lighting is fabulous. Equivalent to the latest offerings from the Germans. Our old C40 was amazing, too.

Did the 2025.5 XC90 (not the EX90) get pixel lights? I can’t recall the reviews mentioning it. If it did, then I don’t understand why the XC60 didn’t get them, especially since it’s the top-selling model in the Volvo lineup.

 

Yes, I agree. Pixel lights are better, and it’s a shame Volvo skipped them for this refresh.


Did the 2025.5 XC90 (not the EX90) get pixel lights? I can’t recall the reviews mentioning it. If it did, then I don’t understand why the XC60 didn’t get them, especially since it’s the top-selling model in the Volvo lineup.

yess see here.

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But why do they have to take away our buttons!

 

No standard FSD suspension, no upgraded lighting, beyond lazy but what do you expect, it's Volvo, phoning it in is their thing

 

The interior wood looks revised but we haven't gotten any detail on it yet. But from the pictures it does not look like the Driftwood, it may be Ash.

The 2025.5 XC90 has Matrix headlights, which are different from the outgoing model but also different from the EX90. I feel that the XC60 is getting the Matrix ones as well but you really can't tell so much in the pictures.

 

I feel that the XC60 is getting the Matrix ones as well but you really can't tell so much in the pictures.

Unfortunately, no. They are the same AHB LED lights that exist now. No changes to the front lighting at all.

 

That does translate to 50 miles. You're not missing anything. It's just creative advertising - "up to..."

I've never gotten close to that in mine. Maybe 40 miles under ideal conditions. Maybe you'd get 50 going down a long hill.

 

The 2025 PHEV is advertised with a 35 mile electric range. I've gotten 37 out of mine.

I think I just realized my error. The WLPT to EPA converter keeps everything metric. So the EPA range should come out to about 70 kms or about 40 miles.

Oops.

 

Stuck on screens only look good with thin bezels and the new screens have bezels thicker than deep dish pizza crust

 

100%

And it really sticks out like a sore thumb when looking at it from the passenger side. It really distorts the smooth flow of the dash.

 

Gee, not much of a refresh unless there’s more here than meets the eye. (I sort of wish that Volvo would be sticking with integrated screens, along the lines of what they do now on some of the Aston-Martin, Porsche type designs - not to be.)

Generally, the problem I’m having with a modest refresh is that they’ve almost done too good a job with the current T8 - such a great car just as is and small changes aren’t highly motivating. So I’m not convinced that this refresh is the last stop for XC60 on the way to BEV. The Volvo CEO is exactly right - in the USA the distances and lack of infrastructure make it not ready except on the coasts. This is going to be the situation for a long time. So hybrids and especially the PHEV despite its added costs, are a better mousetrap for many of us who would prefer BEV advantages but just can’t get there. I think that there has to be a bigger turn of the crank to keep Volvo in the ballgame during the transition. We’ll see.

 

Gee, not much of a refresh unless there’s more here than meets the eye. (I sort of wish that Volvo would be sticking with integrated screens, along the lines of what they do now on some of the Aston-Martin, Porsche type designs - not to be.)

Generally, the problem I’m having with a modest refresh is that they’ve almost done too good a job with the current T8 - such a great car just as is and small changes aren’t highly motivating. So I’m not convinced that this refresh is the last stop for XC60 on the way to BEV. The Volvo CEO is exactly right - in the USA the distances and lack of infrastructure make it not ready except on the coasts. This is going to be the situation for a long time. So hybrids and especially the PHEV despite its added costs, are a better mousetrap for many of us who would prefer BEV advantages but just can’t get there. I think that there has to be a bigger turn of the crank to keep Volvo in the ballgame during the transition. We’ll see.

Excellent post! (I'm arrogant enough to believe a post is excellent because I agree!).

 

Regarding the screens, I appreciate that Volvo hasn't gone full-on "computer desk" with the dash. The instrument cluster is still nicely integrated and recessed. Although the center screen looks a little tablet-ish, it's not as bad as what some automakers are doing.

BMW and Ford have what look like computer monitors sitting on a desk. One for the driver, one for the center stack, and one for the passenger, in some cases.

 

Actually BMW is using a curved screen in many of their cars. Much nicer looking and more functional in my opinion.

 

Looks like there is a telescoping tv mount behind it. Can it be pulled out and readjusted?

 

My guess is that it’s fixed-in-place and angles the tablet slightly towards the driver.

 

The interior materials are quite interesting actually. Not my cup of tea but still ...

 

Can anyone confirm that the new XC60 has dynamic indicators? Because I read something about it somewhere, but I can't find the article anymore.

 

No dynamic indicators.

 

Love the new green color that's available. It's also interesting to see that they brought the wireless charging pad back.

 

Looks like it's available on everything next year. Should be very nice ...