Volvo XC60 T8 AWD Recharge

Plug-in hybridfamily SUVGENERATION II, 2022

461 hp, 64 km electric range, 4,9 s 0-100 : among the 5 D-SUV plug-in hybrid 2020–2024, the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge ranks 3rd of 5 in Electric WLTP range, 3rd of 5 in Combined range, 5th of 5 in Thermal cons. estimated, 1st of 5 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power
461 hp
709 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
4.9 s
VMax 180 km/h
Electric range
64 km
WLTP
Battery + Tank
14.9 kWh
+ 0 L tank

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Power
461 hp
Couple
709 Nm
Gearbox
Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
Transmission
Integrale (AWD)

Battery and charging

Battery capacity
14.9 kWh
Range WLTP
64 km
Charge AC max
11 kW
EV cons. WLTP
22.6 kWh/100 km
Petrol cons. WLTP
2.6 L/100 km
ICE consumption
10.4 L/100 km
EV range motorway
61 km

Performance

0 → 100 km/h
4,9 s
VMax
180 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Kerb weight
2,050 kg
Cd
0.32

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

See full methodology

Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 5 D-SUV plug-in hybrid, the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (mid-table), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for

Home-to-office commute up to 60 km in pure electric. Overnight charging is sufficient. 1st of 5 in 0–100 km/h (4.9 s).

Less suitable for

Regular long motorway trips. Once the 64 km EV range is used up, the car runs on pure combustion at 10.4 L/100, versus 8,6 L/100 km (HEV segment median, N=9). Beyond ~286 km without intermediate charging, an equivalent segment HEV becomes more cost-efficient.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Lexus NX 450h+ AWD (1st with 76 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Combined range, the Jaguar F-PACE P400e (1st with 741 km) takes the lead.

In the city: 64 km pure electric (mid-table)

With a full battery, the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge drives in pure electric mode for the first 64 km WLTP - placing it 3rd of 5 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Lexus NX 450h+ AWD (76 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.

PHEV vs HEV: when combustion takes back the lead

0 €22 €43 €65 €86 €0 km107 km215 km322 km429 kmEV rangeBreakeven point≈ 286 km
XC60 T8 AWD Recharge (PHEV)HEV segment reference

Below ≈ 286 km per trip, the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge costs less to run than the segment’s median HEV. Above that, petrol takes the lead again.

Where the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge stands against D-SUV plug-in hybrid

Comparison across 5 D-SUV plug-in hybrid marketed between 2020–2024.
Electric WLTP range3e / 5
64 km
Min 51 km · Jeep Wrangler 4xeMax 76 km · Lexus NX 450h+ AWD
Combined range3e / 5
64 km
Min 51 km · Jeep Wrangler 4xeMax 741 km · Jaguar F-PACE P400e
Thermal cons. estimated5e / 5
10.4 L/100
Min 10.4 L/100 · Volvo XC60 T8 AWD RechargeMax 5.99 L/100 · DS7 E-Tense 4x4 300
0–100 km/h1e / 5
4,9 s
Min 6,4 s · Jeep Wrangler 4xeMax 4,9 s · Volvo XC60 T8 AWD Recharge

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

The full Volvo XC60 II range

Generation II launched in 2017. Available versions sorted by energy.

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Volvo XC60 T8 AWD Recharge: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge rank in its segment?

Among the 5 D-SUV plug-in hybrid 2020–2024, the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge ranks 3rd of 5 in Electric WLTP range (64 km, behind the Lexus NX 450h+ AWD), 3rd of 5 in Combined range (64 km, behind the Jaguar F-PACE P400e), 5th of 5 in Thermal cons. estimated (10.4 L/100, behind the DS7 E-Tense 4x4 300), 1st of 5 in 0–100 km/h (4.9 s, behind the Volvo XC60 T8 AWD Recharge).

What is the électrique range of the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge?

64 km WLTP announced - making it the 3rd of 5 in Electric WLTP range out of 5 models. The reference is the Lexus NX 450h+ AWD (76 km).

How much does the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Lexus NX 450h+ AWD instead?

The Lexus NX 450h+ AWD leads in Electric WLTP range (76 km vs 64 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the XC60 T8 AWD Recharge vs Lexus NX 450h+ AWD duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.