Volvo's New XC60 Crossover to go on Sale in the U.S. this March, Priced Under $40,000

Marked as a 2010 model, Volvo's upcoming entry in the small premium utility segment, the XC60, will arrive in the States this March where it will be offered as a single T6 AWD model featuring a 281HP turbocharged six-cylinder engine and standard all-wheel drive with Instant Traction. While final pricing is expected to be announced late January, Volvo said that the base MSRP of the XC60 will be under $40,000.

Among the crossover's standard features will be an HD Radio mated to a high performance sound system that includes AUX and USB inputs to allow connection and control of personal music devices such as iPods, memory sticks and other media players.