2024 Volvo XC60 T8 Plus Dark Theme

The 2024 XC60 is a compact luxury SUV that slots between the XC40 and XC90, offering a blend of style and practicality. It competes with the BMW X3, Audi Q5, and Mercedes-Benz GLC, but stands apart with its Scandinavian design and standard safety tech. The XC60 drives with a composed, planted feel, and the plug-in hybrid delivers strong acceleration when you want it. Inside, the cabin is a model of Scandinavian minimalism, with high-quality materials and comfortable seats for five. The standard Google-based infotainment system brings built-in navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay, though it takes some getting used to. A plug-in powertrain and a darker exterior trim set the T8 Plus Dark Theme apart from the B5 models below it. Its 2.0L I4 plug-in hybrid makes 312 horsepower and 523 lb-ft of torque, routed through a eight-speed automatic to all-wheel drive, so it feels quick off the line and stays smooth on the highway. The Plus trim adds leather upholstery and a power tailgate, but the ride is still tuned for comfort rather than sporty handling.