Volvo Announces UK Pricing on XC60 SUV - Significantly Cheaper Than BMW X3

Volvo's baby SUV, the XC60 will go on sale in the UK this summer with prices starting at ��24,750 ($48,700) for the 2.4D S with the 185Hp turbo diesel engine which is nearly ��5,000 ($9,800) cheaper than the rival BMW X2 2.0d 177Hp. The Volvo XC60 will be available in three trim levels in the UK: S, SE and SE Lux and will have the choice of three engines: the turbocharged T6 petrol uinit producing 285 Hp, and two variants of the D5 turbodiesel generating 185 and 163 Hp, respectively. -Continued

The S model gets exterior features such as 17" Segin alloy wheels, front fog lights, roof rails and rear spoiler, as well as a series of safety systems including City Safety and RSC (Roll Stability Control). Interior details include electronic climate control, information centre, cruise control, leather steering wheel with remote audio controls, aluminium trim and performance sound audio system with aux input and CD player.

The SE trim level adds Hill Descent Control, power driver's seat with memory and auto-folding power door mirrors with ground lights, Eriksberg T-Tec/Textile upholstery, autodimming rear view mirror with compass and chrome window trim.

Finally, the SE Lux enhances the SE specification with features such as chronographic instrument dials, leather upholstery and Nordic Light Oak natural wood trim, while both front seats are powered and heated. Further enhancements include luxury floor mats and chrome detailing, 18" Merac alloy wheels, active bending headlamps, power tailgate and rear park assist.

Volvo XC60	Prices (OTR)
S
2.4D AWD (163 PS)	��24,750
D5 AWD (185 PS)	��25,750
SE
2.4D AWD (163 PS)	��26,250
D5 AWD (185 PS)	��27,250
T6 AWD (285 PS) Geartronic	��31,995
SE Lux
2.4D AWD (163 PS)	��28,750
D5 AWD (185 PS)	��29,750
T6 AWD (285 PS) Geartronic	��34,495