2016 Volvo XC60 vs. 2017 Volvo XC60
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2016 Volvo XC60 and 2017 Volvo XC60 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2016 Volvo XC60 and the 2017 Volvo XC60.
When we compare the 2016 Volvo XC60's and the 2017 Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2016 Volvo XC60 and 2017 Volvo XC60 have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Volvo XC60's and the 2017 Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Volvo XC60 is a better car than the 2017 Volvo XC60.
Pricing: A used 2016 Volvo XC60 ranges from $7,995 to $18,998 while a used 2017 Volvo XC60 is priced between $9,898 to $21,199.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2016 Volvo XC60 and the 2017 Volvo XC60 both lose 53.7 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC60 is 8.3 out of 10. Volvo XC60 is ranked 6 out of 28 Best Luxury Small SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 70 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Volvo XC60 is ranked 16 and the Volvo XC60 is ranked 16 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC60 is 8.3 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2016 Volvo XC60 and the 2017 Volvo XC60 makes 240 horsepower. The XC60 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The XC60 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles.This gives the 2017 Volvo XC60 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2016 Volvo XC60 the advantage in maximum range. The XC60 uses gasoline, and the XC60 uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Volvo XC60 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
36600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
40123
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
33260 - 53300
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
40950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
39935
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
32880 - 53300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
13206
Price Range:
7995 - 18998
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
15622
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12256 - 22098
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
170
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
105787
# Good or Great Deals:
73
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
15282
Price Range:
9898 - 21199
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
17537
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
14236 - 24833
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
124
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
98388
# Good or Great Deals:
50
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 Volvo XC60
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
5.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1.5 - 7.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.293
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Volvo XC60
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
7.0
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.0 - 8.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.293
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.300856334777944
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 12.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.115016837113935
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 22.8
Volvo XC60 Rankings
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22 out of / 62Ranking
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57 out of / 70Volvo XC60 Rankings
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1 out of / 28Ranking
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4 out of / 70Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
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11 out of / 70Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
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11 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 70Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 70Ranking
17 out of / 28Ranking
19 out of / 70Ranking
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22 out of / 62Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
30 out of / 70Ranking
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57 out of / 70Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
T5, T5 Drive-E, T5 Drive-E Platinum, T5 Drive-E Premier, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T6, T6 Drive-E, T6 Drive-E Platinum, T6 Drive-E R-Design, T6 Drive-E R-Design Platinum, T6 Platinum, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum
2017 Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
T5 Dynamic, T5 Inscription, T6 Dynamic, T6 Inscription, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
30.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
30.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4041 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3959 lbs
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone / Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Magic Blue Metallic
Gray
Bright Silver Metallic / Osmium Grey Metallic / Savile Gray Metallic
Green
Seashell Metallic
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic / Rich Java Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Metallic / Ice White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone / Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Magic Blue Metallic / Mussel Blue Metallic / Power Blue Metallic
Gray
Luminous Sand Metallic / Osmium Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic / Rich Java Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Metallic / Ice White
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Off Black
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Off-Black
Beige
Soft Beige with Off-Black Interior
Brown
Hazel Brown with Off-Black
White
Blonde with Off-Black
