2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country Buyer's Guide

The Volvo V60 Cross Country is here to prove that there's no expiration date on the timeless appeal of the station wagon. Volvo's popular estate car remains a leader in the shrinking segment, besting three other models to retain the top spot in US News and World Report's rankings of the best wagons for 2025. While the car's sophisticated design, potent powertrain, and generous slate of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) have kept the wagon relevant in a quickly evolving market, Volvo has made a few concessions to the changing times with the Cross Country variant. A Volvo V60 Cross Country for sale retains everything there is to love about the wagon but gives it a modern makeover with an SUV-inspired design intended to enhance its off-road ability. 

Equipped with a softer suspension, 2.5 inches additional inches of ground clearance, wheel arch extensions, and an Off-Road mode that tailors the throttle, transmission, and traction control to improve your chances of off-road success, the V60 Cross Country is a clever chimera of the wagon and crossover segments. Drivers have two trims to choose from for 2025, with Volvo offering the V60 Cross Country in both Plus and Ultra trims. Read on as we see how the pair differ in terms of performance, comfort, interior design, tech, and safety as we take you through our 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country Buyer's Guide.   

48V Mild Hybrid Powertrain

While the V60 Cross Country was initially offered with a purely gas-powered engine, Volvo upped the ante in 2023 when it brought the wagon into the modern era with a mild hybrid system that's now become the norm across the lineup. The Volvo is built around a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 247 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, but that's just one part of the powertrain equation. An optional Polestar Engineered Optimization package gives the car a performance-minded overhaul that tunes the Volvo's throttle response, midrange power, and transmission software to provide a dynamic driving experience. The wagon also comes standard with a Geartronic eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, though it's the mild hybrid design that really sets the model apart.

A 48-volt battery and starter generator give the V60 Cross Country a little extra power when it needs it most, leveraging the Volvo's regenerative braking system to top off the battery every time you slow down or bring the vehicle to a stop. This mild hybrid offers some obvious benefits in terms of fuel efficiency but can also have a noticeable impact on the vehicle's emissions, affordability, and acceleration with a zero to 60 mph time of 7.1 seconds. By employing both gas and electric power, the Volvo wagon is able to offer an EPA-estimated 24 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway for a rating of 27 MPG combined. It's a strong showing and one that will allow drivers to enjoy the benefits of hybrid technology without having to worry about charging schedules or infrastructure.  

Designed for Comfort

Plus

The V60 Cross Country gets off to a strong start with the Plus trim. The value-packed Volvo features a long list of advanced comfort, convenience, and safety tech that you won't find on the average base model, including some thoughtful features that go a long way toward improving the overall driving experience. We'll begin with the climate control system, which includes all the expected goodies plus a few extras that'll have you looking forward to each and every ride. The V60 Cross Country offers a two-zone climate control system and a sophisticated air purifier that prevents 95 percent of fine particulates from entering the cabin. A remote cabin pre-cleaning system can be activated using the Volvo Cars app, ensuring a fresh interior that's virtually free of dust, pollution, and other allergens. The V60 Cross Country Plus also boasts a humidity sensor and an Afterrun Parking Climate feature that will keep the cabin nice and cool for up to 15 minutes after the vehicle has been shut off. Ideal for those busy afternoons spent running errands and shuttling kids between afterschool activities, the Afterrun Parking Climate is a great example of Volvo's thorough and thoughtful design approach.  

Ultra

The Ultra packs everything you'll find in the Plus, with a few upgrades thrown in for good measure. The two-zone climate control system is replaced with a four-zone version with touch-based controls mounted on the rear side of the center console for your backseat passengers. The four-zone climate control system is designed to improve the riding experience for backseat passengers, giving them control over the temperature, blower speed, and air distribution for both sides of the cabin. It might seem like a minor upgrade, but it could have a big impact on ensuring family harmony during your next road trip. 

Interior Elements

Plus

Speaking of comfort, the V60 Cross Country Plus has it in spades with a standard set of Comfort seats that merge an ergonomic approach with slick Scandinavian design aesthetics for a stylish yet supportive experience. The wagon's heated front seats also come with power adjustment, a memory function, and two-way power lumbar support, while the back row features power folding rear head restraints for improved rear visibility at the touch of a button. Premium materials abound throughout the cabin, giving the V60 Cross Country's interior a high-end feel thanks to the leather upholstery, accent lighting on the door pockets, cup holders, and interior door handles, a panoramic roof, and a matte limewood inlay that lends the Volvo a warm, welcoming feel. 

Ultra

The Ultra lives up to its name with luxurious touches that are hard to ignore. The cabin not only gains supple Nappa leather upholstery, but front-row passengers will also be treated to power cushion extensions, power side bolsters, a power passenger seat with memory, and a ventilation feature designed to improve comfort on long rides. The perforated seats are designed with integrated fans that circulate air, providing a cooling sensation that will come in handy when the temperature starts to rise. The Ultra also features a genuine driftwood inlay that'll remind riders of the raw power of nature, not to mention an exclusive tailored dashboard in a Charcoal hue that's offset by elegant contrast stitching. Any doubts about the Ultra's luxury resume will be put to rest once you spot the crystal gear selector knob crafted by the artisans at Sweden-based Orrefors. 

Technology Features

Plus

The V60 Cross Country's tech-forward cabin is highlighted by a sweeping 12.3-inch driver display. The screen can be used to keep track of all the relevant driving metrics but can also double as an expansive GPS display that allows drivers to easily monitor turn-by-turn directions. The display can also be customized to serve a variety of functions with built-in Calm and Navi settings. While touchscreen infotainment displays are growing larger with every passing year, Volvo has embraced the understated approach and outfitted the V60 Cross Country with a nine-inch screen that, while modest, gives drivers more than enough room to work with. The infotainment display serves as the command center for all of Volvo's Google-based apps and services and can even be used to monitor the Park Assist cameras and 360-degree birds-eye camera system. 

Ultra

The Ultra retains the same 12.3-inch driver display and nine-inch infotainment screen found on the Plus but throws another readout in the mix with a cutting-edge head-up display (HUD). The HUD can be set to display everything from current speed and speed limits to navigation directions, settings, and more, giving drivers the opportunity to track their progress without letting their eyes stray too far from the road. Best of all, the HUD can be paired with the driver's seat memory function to revert to your preferred setting every time you slide behind the wheel. The Ultra's audio enhancements are also noteworthy, with Volving replacing the 220-watt, 10-speaker sound system with a 600-watt, 14-speaker setup courtesy of the pros at Harman Kardon. The stereo also features an air-ventilated subwoofer that provides superior low-end fidelity and turns the cabin into a high-fidelity listening room on wheels. 

Safety Technologies

Volvo has gained a reputation as one of the most safety-focused brands on the market, and the V60 Cross Country carries on this proud tradition with a full suite of advanced driver-assistance systems. Best of all? Volvo eschews the a la carte approach in favor of offering a comprehensive package of standard safety features across both the Plus and Ultra trims. No matter which one you choose, you'll be able to enjoy the peace of mind that comes with having such ADAS offerings as BLIS and Cross Traffic Alert, front and rear Collision Mitigation support, Lane Keeping Aid, and Adaptive Cruise Control. The V60 Cross Country also comes with front and rear parking sensors, but Volvo's Pilot Assist semi-autonomous driving system is the real star of the show. Pilot Assist can keep you firmly planted in your lane, seamlessly adjust the throttle, bring the vehicle to a complete stop, and maintain a safe distance between you and every other vehicle on the road. This Level 2 semi-autonomous driving system isn't hands-free, but it can still help to address fatigue and provide helpful alerts when your attention starts to wander.

A Well-Established Formula

The Volvo V60 Cross Country has found success by sticking to a well-established formula. That doesn't mean the wagon is set in its ways-Volvo has gone to great lengths to integrate the latest in automotive tech, safety, and comfort features into the well-known wagon-but it's taken a measured approach that pays proper respect to the brand's lineage. The V60 Cross Country might be more powerful and efficient than ever, but it still puts the same premium on safety and comfort that's long defined the Volvo brand. When you're ready to test drive the V60 Cross Country or any one of Volvo's sedans, wagons, crossovers, and EVs, make Bedard Brothers Volvo Cars your first stop.

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