2027 Volvo XC60: real cost in California

Cheapest trim, Core · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$53,619the advertised price
Drive away$58,532with fees and tax
Loan payment$913/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,543/moeverything, after resale
Car, fees and tax $58,532Insurance $17,420Fuel $20,557Interest and lost return $24,355Maintenance and plates $14,760

$58,532 to drive away + $77,091 to run it for 6 years − $24,511 back at resale = $111,112, or $1,543 a month.

Where the money goes

Drive away$58,532
Running it, 6 yrs+$77,091
Back at resale−$24,511
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$53,619
Feesfreight included · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$85
Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$4,828
Fuel13,500 mi a year at 26 MPG
+$20,557
Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,420
Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$12,180
Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$12,175
Maintenanceestimate
+$11,320
Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,440
Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$24,511
True cost $111,112 ÷ 72 months$1,543 a month

The car

Size and space
BodySUV185.4 in long
Seats5
Cargo21.6 cu ftbehind row 2
Engine and fuel
Engine247 hp premium gas, AWD
0–60 mph6.5 sVolvo's figure
Fuel economy26 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 3,500 lb
Tires19" or 21"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · some trims or an option
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type

Every trim

All trims: AWD, 247 hp, 26 MPG, 5 seats.
Core$53,619$58,532$111,112✓ $1,543/mo— No
Plus$58,819$64,199$117,534$1,632/mo✓ Yes
Ultra$63,569$69,376$124,194$1,725/mo✓ Yes
Core
✓ $1,543/mo
True cost
Sticker $53,619Drive-away $58,5326 yrs $111,112Lane centering — No
Plus
$1,632/mo
True cost
Sticker $58,819Drive-away $64,1996 yrs $117,534Lane centering ✓ Yes
Ultra
$1,725/mo
True cost
Sticker $63,569Drive-away $69,3766 yrs $124,194Lane centering ✓ Yes

Features, trim by trim

Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).
Feature
Core$53,619
Plus$58,819
Ultra$63,569
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ from Plus
360° camera
✓ from Plus
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ from Ultra
Heated steering wheel
+ $750 on every trim
Heated rear seats
+ $750 on every trim
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Massaging seats
+ $600
Convenience
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ from Plus
Head-up display
✓ from Ultra
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ Every trim
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
Panoramic roof
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingPush-button startWireless CarPlayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)Tow hitch includedLED headlights
Full standard equipment on the Core (84 items)
  • Afterrun parking climate
  • Air quality system
  • Humidity sensor
  • Two-zone climate system
  • 11.2-inch center display
  • 12.3-inch driver display
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Adaptive power steering
  • Auto-dim rearview mirrors
  • BLIS (Blind Spot Information System)
  • Collision Mitigation support, rear
  • Cross traffic alert with low speed auto brake
  • Digital Owner's Manual
  • Dynamic Chassis
  • Fog lights
  • Intersection autobrake
  • Lane Keeping Aid
  • Oncoming Lane Mitigation
  • Park Assist Camera, rear
  • Park Assist, rear and front
  • Power retractable door mirrors
  • Rain sensor
  • Road Sign Information
  • Slippery road alert
  • Volvo Assistance
  • Wiper blades with integrated washers
  • 18-inch 5-Spoke Glossy Black Diamond Cut Wheels
  • All-season tires
  • Door mirror covers, high-gloss black
  • Front grille with high-gloss black inserts
  • High-gloss black side window trim
  • Panoramic roof
  • Protective cap kit, Matte Tech Gray
  • Roof rails, glossy black
  • Tinted rear windows
  • Blond headliner
  • Crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors
  • Illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Interior mid-level illumination
  • Natural Driftwood decor
  • Quilted Nordico upholstery
  • Rear center armrest
  • Remote key
  • Tailored sport steering wheel, Charcoal
  • Textile interior cabin floor mats
  • Volvo tread plates, aluminum
  • Keyless Entry
  • Power tailgate
  • Tailgate scuff plate, plastic
  • Trailer light check
  • 8-speed Geartronic automatic, AWD
  • Hill Descent Control
  • Hill Start Assist
  • Start/Stop technology
  • Alarm
  • Automatic door locking
  • Body-colored door handles with ground lighting
  • Double locking
  • Inflatable Curtain
  • Intelligent Driver Information System (IDIS)
  • ISOFIX mounting points, rear seat
  • Knee airbag, driver side
  • Occupant Weight Sensor
  • Power child safety lock
  • Seat belts
  • Side impact protection
  • Tempered side and rear windows
  • Temporary spare wheel
  • Whiplash injury protection
  • 5 seats
  • Comfort front seats
  • Heated front seats
  • Mechanical release, second seat row
  • Power 2-way lumbar support
  • Power driver seat with memory
  • Power passenger seat
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Bluetooth connection
  • Google built-in
  • HD Radio & SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • High Performance audio system
  • Steering wheel remote control
  • Volvo Cars App remote functions
  • Wireless phone charging
Quick answers
How much is a 2027 XC60 in California?
$58,532 to drive away for the Core, from a $53,619 sticker.
What does it cost a month?
A $913 loan payment, about $1,645 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,543 a month all in, after resale.
How much can it tow?
3,500 lb for every trim.

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