This is a page dedicated to the Volvo XC60, specifically focusing on its boot space—a crucial aspect for anyone considering practicality alongside luxury and performance. With Volvo's reputation for blending Scandinavian design with cutting-edge technology, the XC60 proves to be a versatile family SUV. While looking at boot space alone, this model competes sternly with other compact luxury SUVs. But does it live up to the high standards set by its rivals? Let's delve into the cargo capacity of the current model and see how it has evolved over the years.
Examining the evolution of the Volvo XC60's boot space reveals some interesting trends. The first generation (2008-2013) and its facelift version (2013-2017) both offered 495 liters of boot space, which was quite generous for the segment. When the second generation was introduced in 2017, Volvo decided to trim down the boot capacity slightly to 483 liters. Surprisingly, this reduction remained unchanged even in the 2021 facelift. It seems that while Volvo focused on other advancements, like design and technology, the boot space took a minor hit.
| Generation year | Boot space |
|---|---|
| XC60, Model year 2008 (1.Generation) | 495 l |
| XC60, Model year 2013 (1.Generation (1. Facelift)) | 495 l |
| XC60, Model year 2017 (XC60 2. Generation) | 483 l |
| XC60, Model year 2021 (XC60 2.Generation (1. Facelift)) | 483 l |
| XC60, Model year 2025 (XC60 2. Generation (2. Facelift)) | 483 l |
Within Volvo's lineup, the XC60's boot space positions it somewhere in the middle. It's leagues ahead of the Volvo EX90, which offers a mere 310 liters, and the Volvo XC40 with its 433 liters. However, it's behind workhorses like the Volvo V90 Cross Country and Volvo V90, which offer a whopping 507 liters of space. Even the Volvo V60 and its Cross Country variant, both boasting 495 liters, have a slight edge over the XC60. Nevertheless, the XC60 still provides a respectable boot volume, considering its luxury and performance benchmarks.
| Variant name | Boot space |
|---|---|
| XC90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 262 l |
| EX90 | 310 l |
| XC90 | 310 l |
| EX30 | 318 l |
| S60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 391 l |
| EC40 | 404 l |
| XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 405 l |
| EX40 | 410 l |
| XC40 Recharge Pure Electric | 419 l |
| ES90 | 424 l |
| S60 | 427 l |
| S90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 431 l |
| XC40 | 433 l |
| S90 | 453 l |
| XC60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 468 l |
| V60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 481 l |
| XC60 | 483 l |
| V90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 488 l |
| V60 | 495 l |
| V60 Cross Country | 495 l |
| V90 | 507 l |
| V90 Cross Country | 507 l |
When pitted against its closest competitors, the XC60 offers a mixed bag of results. The Hyundai IONIQ 5, for instance, provides 527 liters—considerably more than the XC60's 483 liters. Then, there's the DS Automobiles DS 7 with a cavernous 555 liters, leaving the XC60 trailing. Similarly, the VW ID.4 and Borgward BX7 each offer more boot space, with 543 and 545 liters respectively. Rivals like the NIO EL7, Audi Q4 e-tron, and Lexus RZ also outdo the XC60. All these vehicles are slightly longer and have a marginally extended wheelbase. However, not all is lost for the XC60; it surpasses the Peugeot 2008 and the Ford Explorer in this regard.
| Car model | Boot space |
|---|---|
| VW Tayron 2025 | 885 l |
| Genesis GV80 2021 | 735 l |
| Renault Rafale 2024 | 627 l |
| Mazda CX-60 2022 | 570 l |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 2023 | 565 l |
| Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2023 | 552 l |
| Dacia Bigster 2025 | 546 l |
| Genesis GV70 2021 | 542 l |
| CUPRA Terramar 2024 | 540 l |
| Maserati Grecale 2022 | 535 l |
| Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2023 | 525 l |
| GWM WEY 03 2024 | 517 l |
| Renault Arkana 2021 | 513 l |
| GWM WEY 05 2024 | 500 l |
| Alfa Romeo Tonale 2022 | 500 l |
| Renault Symbioz 2024 | 492 l |
| Porsche Macan 2021 | 488 l |
| Volvo XC60 2025 | 483 l |
| Peugeot 408 2023 | 471 l |
| Jaguar F-Pace 2021 | 470 l |
| Lynk & Co 01 2021 | 466 l |
| MG HS/EHS 2021 | 448 l |
| Toyota Corolla Cross 2022 | 414 l |
| Toyota Yaris Cross 2021 | 397 l |
| Honda ZR-V 2023 | 380 l |
| Lexus LBX 2024 | 332 l |
| Mitsubishi ASX 2023 | 326 l |
| Subaru Crosstrek 2024 | 315 l |
| Mazda CX-80 2024 | 258 l |
| Toyota Highlander 2021 | 241 l |
