2010 Volvo XC60: From Sweden with love

July 1, 3:36 PMAutomotive ExaminerKyle Busch

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Volvo have always been known for safety, good build quality, and wagons
that offered loads of hauling capability. The new Volvo XC60 offers the
company’s tried and true hauling ability in a modern Swedish SUV.

This new Volvo has many cutting edge features. The auto braking city
feature works to automatically slow the XC60 when it approaches a vehicle
with too little distance separation. The system works at speeds of 18 miles
per hour or lower.

With its good ground clearance and riding on 18 or 19 inch tires, hill decent,
and all-wheel drive, this SUV is a capable off road performer.

Inside, the XC60 has frontal, side, and side curtain air bags, a floating center
consol, two-tone leather seats, and a laminated panoramic roof. See the
Slideshow to view these features.

The engine is a 3-liter straight 6-cylinder turbo making 281 hp and 295 lb.
ft. of torque. The 0-60 time is in the mid 6-second range which is plenty
quick in all driving situations.

Gas mileage is stated at 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway. Prices of the
XC60 range from $32,500 to $37,500 with most options included.

The 2010 Volvo XC60 is from Sweden with love and much goodness.

Kyle Busch is the author of “Drive the Best for the Price…” He
welcomes your comments or car questions at his auto web site:
www.DriveTheBestBook.com.

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