The first-generation Volvo XC60 (Type DZ) was a true best-seller for the Swedish brand, becoming the best-selling premium SUV in Europe for several years. Based on the EUCD platform (shared with Ford and Land Rover), it stood out for its timeless design, supreme comfort, and safety innovations (introduction of the City Safety system as standard). The model underwent a major facelift in 2013 (Model Year 2014), modernizing the front end (monobloc headlights), instrumentation (digital displays), and multimedia system. Mechanically, its career is marked by a major transition: it began with the iconic 5-cylinder engines (diesel and petrol) and Ford/PSA blocks, to end its career with the new in-house modular 4-cylinder architecture (VEA - Volvo Engine Architecture). Although the demand here targ
The first-generation Volvo XC60 is an excellent family SUV, particularly recommendable in its 5-cylinder diesel versions (D3, D4, D5 in 2.0L or 2.4L) associated with the Aisin automatic gearbox (Geartronic) and AWD transmission. These engines offer rare driving pleasure and proven robustness, on the sole condition of being uncompromising on accessory belt maintenance. However, be very cautious with the first VEA 4-cylinder diesels (2014-2016) due to EGR and oil consumption issues, as well as with all versions equipped with the Powershift dual-clutch gearbox. Prioritize a facelifted model (post-2014) with a 5-cylinder engine for the best compromise between modernity, reliability, and driving pleasure.