By EVCar 
Elegance with a Dark Twist
Iconic Lighting: Thor’s Hammer LED headlights and Viking Axe taillights remain, but the 2025 model adds “Midnight Black” paint with blacked-out grille and hidden exhausts for a stealthy edge.
Functional Details: Flush-mounted charging port (A-pillar), 19-inch aerodynamics wheels, and a “diamond-cut” waistline subtly signal its eco-credentials.
Space Optimization: At 4708mm long with a 2865mm wheelbase, rear legroom spans nearly three fists, while the 483-1410L trunk swallows family gear effortlessly.
Brutal Force Meets Efficiency
Battery: 18.8kWh lithium-ion pack (2025 upgrade), enabling 64km WLTP-range electric driving. Critically, no DC fast charging—AC-only takes 3.5-7 hours.
Motor Layout: Unique P1+P4 e-AWD—P1 motor-generator pairs with the engine, while the rear-axle P4 motor (146HP/309N·m) enables decoupled all-wheel drive.
Engine: 2.0L twin-charged (turbo + supercharged) T6 engine, outputting 320HP alone.
Real-World Verdict:
RWD EV Joy: Even at 0% battery, the P4 motor powers rear wheels exclusively, delivering thrilling “push-from-behind” climbs.
B-Mode Braking: Aggressive regen enables near-single-pedal downhill control in mountainous terrain.
No Range Anxiety: Instant engine engagement eliminates “limp mode” during highway overtakes.
Sanctuary of Health and Calm
Sustainable Materials: Recycled wood trim, Orrefors crystal shifter, and OEKO-TEX 100-certified leather create an allergy-free cabin, 20-100x cleaner than outdoor air.
Ergonomics:
9-inch Vertical Touchscreen: Three-icon home menu (nav/media/settings) prioritizes simplicity over flash.
Bowers & Wilkins Audio: 15-speaker immersion thrives in EV-mode silence (double-glazed glass optional).
Gripes: Engine noise intrusion under acceleration; laggy infotainment versus rivals.
Safety as Religion
Crash Protection: 34% boron steel body, standard reverse auto-brake (0.8s faster than human reaction) + collapsible brake pedal.
Clean Cabin: Advanced Air Cleaner (AAC) filters 95% of PM0.1 particles—ideal for allergy sufferers.
Scandinavian Pragmatism: “Form follows function”—crystal shifter enhances grip; screen size optimizes focus, not distraction.
Conclusion: The Grown-Up’s Hybrid
The XC60 T8 is a study in contrasts: Its 390HP + 1360km range proves eco-performance is viable, while a $23,800 price cut redefines value—yet NVH and tech gaps remain. It excels for those valuing safety over screens, health over hype, and driving joy over autonomy promises. Add DC charging and snappier software, and Volvo may just craft the ultimate anti-EV.
No dealer quotes available at the moment