The all-new 2018 Volvo XC60 compact crossover moves to the automaker's Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) that underpins the full-size three-row XC90 crossover, the full-size S90 sedan, and V90 and V90 Cross Country wagons. Though it shares its platform with the larger XC90, the automaker wanted to give its volume model more distinct styling. Here is a look at some of the changes made to the new 2018 Volvo XC60.
Compared to the outgoing XC60, the new model features a more upright front end with a prominent grille flanked by Thor's hammer LED headlights. The looks is similar to other recent Volvo models, but on the XC60 the headlights connect with the grille. The new model features three bold lower air intakes (in place of the previous single opening) with bright metallic trim below the central air intake and LED foglights below the outside air intakes.
Along the side, the SPA architecture allows for a longer wheelbase with shorter overhangs front and rear as well as a longer dash-to-axle ratio. The hood appears to be more raked than before and flows fluidly into the roof. Fender flares and side body lines appear more chiseled and defined. While the greenhouse keeps a similar shape, the rear shoulder line swoops up higher.
Around back, the LED taillights mounted high on the D-pillar return, but now carry over onto the tailgate. The rectangular exhaust tips also return, while the rear reflector design has been revised and the roof spoiler is larger and stretches farther back.
