2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Plug-in Hybrid - POV Review

2.0L Super & Turbocharged DI Engine w/electric motors
8-speed automatic transmission
Combined 415 HP and 494 lb-ft Torque
MSRP: From $69,500
415 combined hp, up to 18 miles of EV range
Towing capacity: 3,500 lbs
Curb weight: 4,751 lbs
Tire size: P255/40R21
Payload: 1,109 lbs

0:00 Intro, walkaround, features, specs
8:17 POV Driving Impressions
13:31 Final Thoughts
15:04 Bowers & Wilkins Sound System Test

The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones, headphones are highly recommended!

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[aritruths]

Volvos are like a hidden Gem! They always will have a soft spot in my heart. Great review Chris!

[joespittle]

I love how the speedometer doesn't skip numbers, it makes it feel like you're accelerating so much faster than you actually are.

[marooonnn]

Why do i feel like in a year TheTopher will have 1 million subs and be one of the top vehicle Youtubers out there

[Skyewalker]

I love this car. Love it. I have an older V40 and love that too, but this car is just the bee's knees! One day, I'll make enough money to buy one!

[lordmeme_]

I LOVE this car. I’m a Volvo guy at this point but this one is a GEM.

[joespittle]

The current generation of Volvo's are amazing

[estebanmuneton]

They look beautiful (outside & inside), and yes, you´re right, people often change their Volvos to have another Volvo and that shows how reliable they are, the interior quality, etc...

[SebKrogh]

Just love how this is a "cross over" in the USA and a pretty large SUV in the EU :D

[Felix-ixqe]

Volvo definitely is underrated by the people!

[pipeqez]

Volvo's have some of the nicest interiors but i could not pick between a new lexus or Volvo interior both have some of the best interior designs ever

[exelb]

Good review and very accurate. I recently changed my old D4 R-Design 2.0L diesel to a T8 R-Design and is been fantastic. It's a beautiful car with great build quality inside and out. We use ours for normal city and town driving so pretty much on hybrid most of the time. Motorway driving the engine does need to kick in and the speed and acceleration are blistering. The brakes I do agree with the review - you need to get used to them but they are a touch soft.

[quavohuncho]

i actually crashed the exact same car as in this video yesterday and im very suprised how safe it is. I could still drive it home as where the other car needed a tow truck

[Mikebike]

About to take a road trip in one of these. Should be good.

[kayhumph]

Wheeww Chile been in my s40 05 3 years never not started sounds like crap but no problems these cars will never fail you
I gotta get rich I want two Volvo trucks 🥰

[shivamsharma-yuni]

one day I'll buy a brand new VoLVo 🇸🇪👍😊

[JavierH.]

Very practical review. It is nice that you use adequate voice volume. Quality of sound and image are very grateful. The car is awesome. Very Good acceleration with better luxury and comfy. As you say, dampers are not punishing but I wonder if the car can be as confortable as a normal T8 twisting dials to the softest position (22?) Thanks for the vídeo and keep it up!

[Eric_Bassett]

wow so its turbocharged AND supercharged BUT ALSO a hybrid BUT STILL with a proper 8speed and not a cvt ??? Incredible, i bet this thing would cost a fortune to fix down the line! Pretty cool though!

[matty]

Volvo's are amazing. Topher, you should test drive the Kia K5. You will like it. Have had mine 2 weeks, LOVE IT.

[hoiyo]

CarandDriver agrees with the highs but also says: laggy powertrain, poor steering, hybrid does not have broad appeal. Other reviewers say that the Polestar steering is perfect albeit some understeer

[ntbran]

Yup, sound system still sounds as good as it gets