2022 Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge Extended Range Review / Bigger Battery means More EV Range

2022 has been a pretty big year for the Volvo XC60. It received slightly updated looks, a new infotainment system and a new mild-hybrid B6 engine. This XC60 T8 also sees a few key updates.

The big change to the 2022 XC60 T8 recharge is the larger battery and more powerful electric motor. The motor powers the rear wheels and it now produces 143 hp & 228 lb-ft of torque (88.9 kW & 309 Nm). Combined with the Turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine which powers the front wheels, the total output is 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque (282 kW & 709 Nm). This gives the Volvo XC60 T8 a 0-60 time of just 4.5 seconds. That is really fast for something that tips the scales at 2,145 kg (4,731 lbs). The electric motor provides instant torque until the gas engine reaches its optimal operating rpm range. The stigma around Volvo vehicles is that they are safe but boring or slow vehicles. Not this XC60 T8. It is deceptively fast.

The battery is situated in the middle of the car where the driveshaft normally resides. No, there is no driveshaft underneath it. There is no physical connection between the front and rear. The battery is now 18.8 kWh in capacity, up from 11.1 kWh. This gives the XC60 T8 Extended Range an electric only driving range of 58 km (36 miles) as claimed by Volvo. In reality with cold temperatures and climate control running as it was during my time with the SUV, I noticed that it could drive for approximately 55km. Pretty close to the claimed range.

The 2022 Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge Extended Range starts at $64,950 CAD ($58,495 USD). This demo vehicle had the Ultimate level with a few options and packages which raised the price to $92,350 CAD ($75,145 USD). Take away the Bowers & Wilkins sound system for $3,750 CAD and this XC60 T8 costs around the same as the X3 30e PHEV with the same features. But you’re getting way more power in this XC60 than the X3 30e.
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