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17.04.2019

Transmission

There are no cars without flaws. This once again made us convinced by the XC60 crossover, which has very few negative reviews. But we just roamed the wrong forums. There is no serious “crime” behind the car, but there are several rules that you still need to follow when buying an XC60.

The car was first shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 2008. Outwardly - typical, but no longer devoid of sharp features, which at first even somehow dissonant with the image of the brand that produces cars for strong business executives and wealthy pensioners. was created on the basis of the S80 and V70 models and therefore it uses a similar all-wheel drive system based on the Haldex clutch.

2008-2013. The 150-horsepower D3 diesel engine was installed exclusively on front-wheel drive modifications of the XC60 crossover.

The center console here has undergone changes. Conventional buttons have been replaced with a touch screen. The City Safety security system that appeared here was also recognized as a useful thing. The car is able to brake on its own at the sight of danger. The car was equipped with a number of engines: gasoline 2.0T, T5 and T6 with power from 203 to 304 hp. Diesel engines with a different number of cylinders were also popular, with power from 163 to 215 hp. Gearboxes were 5- and even 8-speed automatic. There was also a 6-speed “mechanics”, which, however, did not receive much distribution in our country.

When purchasing a Volvo XC60, do not forget about the problems with the timing belt and chain

You can safely choose any motor, to your taste and budget. However, first of all, find out which one is with a timing belt and which one is with a chain. With the latter, these are mostly diesels, there are fewer problems. The chain, especially under the supervision of servicemen, does not bring surprises. But the belts are torn desperately and selflessly, which can lead to even more serious problems. Parts for Volvo, no matter what we are told in the company itself, are noticeably more expensive than the weighted average prices for other, sometimes even premium, brands.

Gasoline engines are more reliable than diesel engines. And they are cheaper to maintain. Even the 203-horsepower version has enviable dynamics, accelerating to “hundreds” in 8.9 s. And the 304-horsepower modification spends only 7 seconds on it
The trunk is already “in the base” equipped with an electric door, its volume is 873 liters. If you fold the rear sofa, then 1450 liters of usable space will come out.
The clearance of the XC60 is an impressive 230 mm - the format is completely off-road. However, this may seem redundant to many. And then it’s worth looking for a “secondary” car with an optional sports chassis with adjustable damper stiffness, the installation of which reduced ground clearance up to 215 mm
The trim and functionality of the cabin and even the trunk look premium. In vain brand Volvo called "underpremium". She, perhaps, will still give odds to competitors. In terms of reliability - so sure

Considering that the cars of the first years of production have already migrated over 100 thousand kilometers, when buying, you need to make sure that the belt has recently been changed, and if the chain has been tightened. If the belt was not touched at all, then change it first.

There is one more point worth mentioning. This is a particulate filter, again on diesels. He can cause serious trouble. And it costs a lot to replace it. However, by indirect evidence, it can also be deduced from clean water. The fact that the filter is clogged will be indicated by a problem with starting the engine, jumping speed and increased consumption fuel. So when buying a car, you should not yawn.

Turning to the transmission, it is worth noting that here you can not encounter any problems at all for quite some time. This, however, does not mean that they will never be. Blows when switching the “machine” to D mode or when all-wheel drive is connected will hint at the need to go for diagnostics. Before it's too late, the problem can be fixed by flashing.

Electrician? Heh heh…

To be honest, in order to stumble upon complaints about the quality of the paintwork and problems with the bodywork, we had to pretty hang out on the forums. Volvo is still being painted with high quality, and corrosion problems are possible so far only on unsuccessfully repaired after car accidents. Leaks, scuffs… This is not about the XC60. The same is true in the salon. Even harmless "crickets" are mentioned only by rare owners. But you can’t say the same about the electrician. There is something to grab onto here. For example, many complain about the weak wiring of the rear-view mirror drive. From frequent use, it frays, fails and itself a heating element mirrors. The drive of the fifth door does not always behave correctly. Its renovation is also not uncommon. But the real disease of this model, if such a definition is generally appropriate for it, was the failure of the fuel pump. The culprit of the malfunction is usually not the pump itself, but its electronic control module. You can determine the malfunction by changing the tone of the engine, a problem with starting, and in general, if the engine suddenly starts to stall for no apparent reason.

If something goes wrong

In a word, you already understood that there are no contraindications to buying a Volvo XC60. The only thing is you have to be sure of yourself. In the event that an exception to the rule occurs, something will seriously break down, and it will come to replacing the units. Few will be able to quickly overpower the purchase of an engine or gearbox in a financial sense. Volvo remains a fairly expensive brand, although it is losing a lot of price on secondary market. But in any case, the safety margin of the XC60, regardless of the type and power of the engine, is noticeably higher than its competitors.

Volvo XC60 - the best-selling car of the Swedish concern

Perhaps you ask, why didn't they say anything about suspension, steering, brakes? Yes, it's too early to talk about it. The above nodes are still included in the "asset" of the model, and there are negligible complaints about them. It can be summed up with a completely banal statement that weaknesses and shortcomings can be found in almost any model, but the Volvo XC60 has avoided many misfortunes and occupies a very worthy place among its competitors. Hence, apparently, main disadvantage- too high a price even in the secondary market.

2017. New, second, Volvo generation XC60 started selling in 2017. All modifications of the crossover are equipped with an all-wheel drive system and an 8-speed automatic transmission. There are five engines to choose from: two gasoline T5 (254 hp) and T6 (320 hp), two diesel engines - D4 and D5 with a capacity of 190 and 235 hp, as well as a 320-horsepower hybrid

Reliability, disadvantages and cost of repair Volvo XC60

Suspension

The suspension layout is classic: McPherson struts at the front and a multi-link at the rear. All wheels are equipped with powerful disc brakes with ventilation function, parking brake- with electric drive. The suspension is set rigidly, but due to the rigidity, the Swedes have achieved special tenacity in cornering.

Transmission

Does the transmission start making noise when shifting? More often than not, the problem is in the software. Flashing "heals". But a serious repair of the automatic transmission also happens. There is one more problem - the Haldex clutch oil pump clogged with deposits (typical for 5th generation clutches). To avoid shocks and delays, it needs to be washed every 5-10 thousand km. Haldex 6 removed the issue.

Engine

For turbodiesels, when buying, the first place to look is at the turbine. Or rather, to diagnose her condition. If a specialist is suddenly not nearby, you can determine the state of the turbine by indirect signs. Namely: increased smoke, a drop in power during acceleration, the smell of oil fume, excessive noise ...

Body

Paintwork will not resist scratches and chips, but body metal protected from corrosion high level. During operation, a knocking trunk lid, damage to servos, and even roof leakage in the area of the navigation antenna can detect themselves. Although the latter is a rarity.

Electrician

Early in its career, the XC60 suffered from weak cooling fans. No, the fans themselves are in order, but something went wrong in the control system. The cooling efficiency decreased and the coolant temperature began to rise. However, it’s not worth talking about this, the problem was solved, and she met for a long time.

Technical data

Length/width/height, mm
Wheelbase/clearance, mm
type of drive
Trunk volume, l
Fuel tank volume, l	70
Curb / gross weight, kg
Transmission
engine's type
Working volume, cm3	1969	1999
Max Power, hp (rpm)
Maximum torque, Nm (rpm)
Max Speed, km/h		210
Acceleration 0−100 km/h, s	8,5	8,1
Fuel consumption, highway/city, l/100 km

pros

reliability of engines and suspension parts

comfortable and versatile interior

dynamics

residual value

Minuses

timing belt
Haldex clutch oil pump
high cost of components
fuel pump control unit

Reviewer of the magazine "AutoMir"

Should I pay attention to used Volvo XC60?

In the early 2000s, it was bad form for automakers not to have a compact crossover in their range. The segment grew by leaps and bounds, and was ready to absorb all new models in large quantities. Volvo was a bit late with the premiere of its XC60, but it “shot” right on target, finally getting rid of the image of the manufacturer of “cars for pensioners”.

A bright, dynamic, well-controlled crossover instantly won the love of a relatively young audience. The model started immediately with no alternative all-wheel drive, but with different power units: a 2.4-liter turbodiesel and a 3.0-liter petrol turbo engine. Volvo's traditionally rich range of safety systems set the car apart from its competitors. A little later, a year and a half after the official start of sales, a front-wheel drive version appeared with 2.0-liter units on different types fuel. Volvo tried to experiment with robotic transmissions, but a large number of warranty claims forced the company to abandon powershift boxes in favor of hydromechanical machines.

The Swedes did not hesitate to offer new engines and upgrade old ones. Over time, there was a lot of confusion with the designation of engines: for example, in the secondary market, both 2.0-liter (163 hp) and 2.4-liter (181 hp) diesel engines can be hidden under the D3 index. The T5 nameplate does not make it possible to unambiguously determine: either under the hood of the car there is a 2.0-liter gasoline unit (245 hp), or 2.5 liters (249 hp). Far from new, and therefore very reliable 2.5-liter turbo engine, namely a 163-horsepower diesel engine, was used by the "people's love". By the way, when buying diesel modifications, you need to be careful. The accessory drive belt used to be prescribed to be changed every 120,000 km, but after repeated cases of premature wear and tear, the manufacturer decided to shorten the period by two. So if there is no documentary evidence of replacing the belt, and the mileage is already rather big, think about this procedure. The EGR valve can also cause trouble, the replacement of which costs a penny. If the channels are dirty, the valve stops closing - the engine does not receive the right amount of air and starts to work intermittently. The services offer an alternative repair option - flushing the valve. But no one will give a guarantee that after it everything will work perfectly, and how much such cleaning will last is also unknown.

It is recommended to change the oil in diesel modifications every 10,000 km. Incidents generally happened with oil: for example, information about a too high level often appeared on the dashboard. Many did not believe on-board computer: the level can decrease, but increase ... Everything turned out to be simple: fuel got into the lubrication system. The manufacturer reacted quickly by correcting the software - dealers made changes for free, although there may be instances that did not pass this service campaign.

However, sometimes problems occur not with the main internal combustion engine, but with the auxiliary one - starting preheater. Fuel burns in it in the same way, channels become clogged in the same way. If the heater stops working, at least cleaning will be required (about 6,000 rubles from the dealer), as a maximum, of course, replacement of elements (for example, nozzles). It is recommended to monitor the cleanliness of the radiators. A constantly running cooling fan is a clear reason to postpone all business and go to the service station. Moreover, it is unlikely that it will be possible to get off with “little blood”. If, for example, on the XC90, the radiator has large cells that can be blown through compressed air, rinse with water from the device high pressure, then with the "sixties" this will not work. The correct approach involves the dismantling of radiators, which will require partial disassembly of the front of the car (remove the bumper, headlights). But the suspension (structurally quite simple) gives practically no reason for criticism. Up to 100,000 km, the need for repair is unlikely; later, shock absorbers, tie rods, and hinges can traditionally fail - it all depends on the manner of operation.

It's time to take stock. Volvo XC60 is a very comfortable crossover with good off-road capabilities for this class and a wide range of security systems. But, like all high-tech products, it requires careful handling and timely quality service - only then it will serve for a long time and without fail.

Expert opinion

Alla Martynova, head of the technical department of the dealer center

If we take into account the totality of the main qualities that are valued in compact crossovers - good dynamics and cross-country ability, a high level of comfort and safety - I consider the Volvo XC60 one of best offers in class. Just do not think that the reliability of the car allows you to forget about visits to the service in principle. If you forget to change the timing belt in time - you have every chance of encountering major problems, be too lazy to flush the radiator in the spring - it is possible that you will overheat the engine in a summer traffic jam. In general, the XC60 units have a fairly large resource, so that with timely maintenance, the owner is unlikely to face high costs. As for the suspension, up to 100,000 km, most likely, large-scale replacements will not be required, and what happens next depends on how the car was operated.

Owner's opinion

Vorobieva Irina, 40 years old, experience 18 years
2.4 l diesel, year 2009 130,000 km

The car was bought in 2012 - well-groomed, in good condition. This is the first Volvo in the family and, I must say, quite successful. Diesel is very economical, in winter there are no problems with starting. It is easy to drive the car, and in terms of cross-country ability, it will give odds to many compact crossovers (tested in the snow). It still does not require serious expenses with a run of 100,000 km - the only repair (changed suspension parts) cost 18,000 rubles. The City Safety system has helped out more than once, saving my insurance company money. By the way, CASCO is not cheap, but cheaper than, for example, on the Lexus RX. There are no shortcomings worth mentioning so far. Several times the car began to twitch on the track, and, of course, it is impossible to demonstrate this in the service. Written off to poor quality fuel. A couple of times there were problems with the door locks in the cold, but this, again, is an episodic phenomenon. I think all cars have small “jambs”, so I don’t complain too much.

Specifications
Modifications	2.0TD	2.0T	3,0	2.4TD	3,2
GEOMETRIC PARAMETERS
Length/width/height, mm	4644/1891/1713
Wheel base, mm	2774
Track front / rear, mm	1632/1586
Ground clearance, mm	230
Turning diameter, m	11,9
Trunk volume, l	490/1450
Entry angle, degrees	22
Departure angle, degrees	27
Ramp angle, degrees	Fording depth - 350 mm
Standard tires	235/65 R17
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Curb weight, kg	1726	1696	1872	1826/1842	1941
Gross weight, kg	2505	2270	2440	2505	2430
Working volume, cm 3	1984	1999	2953	2400	3192
Location and number of cylinders	5 in a row	4 in a row	6 in a row	5 in a row	6 in a row
Power, hp (kW) at rpm	136/3500	240/5500	285/210/5600	185/4000	243/6200
Torque, Nm at rpm	400/1500–2200	320/1800–5000	400/1500–4800	400/2000–2750	320/3200
Transmission	AKP6	RKP6	AKP6	MCP6/AKP6	AKP6
Maximum speed, km/h	185	210	210	205/200	210
Acceleration time 0–100 km/h, s	11,2	8,1	7,5	9,5/9,9	9,9
Fuel consumption, city/highway, l per 100 km	17,9/5,0	11,4/6,8	17,1/8,9	9,8/10,9	13,8/7,6
Fuel/tank capacity, l	DT/70	AI-95/70	AI-95/70	DT/70	AI-95/70

Regulations for work on maintenance for Volvo XC60
Operations	12 months 20,000 km	24 months 40,000 km	36 months 60,000 km	48 months 80,000 km	60 months 100,000 km	72 months 120,000 km	84 months 140,000 km	96 months 160,000 km	108 months 180,000 km	120 months 200,000 km
Engine oil and filter*	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
Coolant		.		.		.		.		.
Air filter	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
Cabin ventilation filter	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
Fuel filter (petrol)	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
Fuel filter (diesel)	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
Spark plug			.			.			.
Fluid in the brake system			.			.			.
timing belt						.
Accessory drive belt						.
Oil in the gearbox				.				.

* For versions with a diesel engine, the operation should be carried out twice as often.

2008-2013. The 150-horsepower D3 diesel engine was installed exclusively on front-wheel drive modifications of the XC60 crossover.

When purchasing a Volvo XC60, do not forget about the problems with the timing belt and chain

Gasoline engines are more reliable than diesel engines. And they are cheaper to maintain. Even the 203-horsepower version has enviable dynamics, accelerating to “hundreds” in 8.9 s. And the 304-horsepower modification spends only 7 seconds on it
The trunk is already “in the base” equipped with an electric door, its volume is 873 liters. If you fold the rear sofa, then 1450 liters of usable space will come out.
The clearance of the XC60 is an impressive 230 mm - the format is completely off-road. However, this may seem redundant to many. And then it’s worth looking for a “secondary” car with an optional sports chassis with adjustable damper stiffness, the installation of which reduced the ground clearance to 215 mm
The trim and functionality of the cabin and even the trunk look premium. In vain, the Volvo brand is called “sub-premium”. She, perhaps, will still give odds to competitors. In terms of reliability - so sure

There is one more point worth mentioning. This is a particulate filter, again on diesels. He can cause serious trouble. And it costs a lot to replace it. However, according to indirect signs, it can also be brought to clean water. The fact that the filter is clogged will be indicated by a problem with starting the engine, jumping speed and increased fuel consumption. So when buying a car, you should not yawn.

Electrician? Heh heh…

To be honest, in order to stumble upon complaints about the quality of the paintwork and problems with the bodywork, we had to pretty hang out on the forums. Volvo is still being painted with high quality, and problems with corrosion are possible so far only on cars that have been unsuccessfully repaired after an accident. Leaks, scuffs… This is not about the XC60. The same is true in the salon. Even harmless "crickets" are mentioned only by rare owners. But you can’t say the same about the electrician. There is something to grab onto here. For example, many complain about the weak wiring of the rear-view mirror drive. From frequent use, it frays, and the heating element of the mirror itself fails. The drive of the fifth door does not always behave correctly. Its renovation is also not uncommon. But the real disease of this model, if such a definition is generally appropriate for it, was the failure of the fuel pump. The culprit of the malfunction is usually not the pump itself, but its electronic control module. You can determine the malfunction by changing the tone of the engine, a problem with starting, and in general, if the engine suddenly starts to stall for no apparent reason.

If something goes wrong

In a word, you already understood that there are no contraindications to buying a Volvo XC60. The only thing is you have to be sure of yourself. In the event that an exception to the rule occurs, something will seriously break down, and it will come to replacing the units. Few will be able to quickly overpower the purchase of an engine or gearbox in a financial sense. Volvo remains a fairly expensive brand, although it loses a lot in price in the secondary market. But in any case, the safety margin of the XC60, regardless of the type and power of the engine, is noticeably higher than its competitors.

Volvo XC60 - the best-selling car of the Swedish concern

Perhaps you ask, why didn't they say anything about suspension, steering, brakes? Yes, it's too early to talk about it. The above nodes are still included in the "asset" of the model, and there are negligible complaints about them. It can be summed up with a completely banal statement that weaknesses and shortcomings can be found in almost any model, but the Volvo XC60 has avoided many misfortunes and occupies a very worthy place among its competitors. Hence, apparently, the main drawback is too high a price even in the secondary market.

2017. The new, second generation Volvo XC60 was launched in 2017. All modifications of the crossover are equipped with an all-wheel drive system and an 8-speed automatic transmission. There are five engines to choose from: two gasoline T5 (254 hp) and T6 (320 hp), two diesel engines - D4 and D5 with a capacity of 190 and 235 hp, as well as a 320-horsepower hybrid

Reliability, disadvantages and cost of repair Volvo XC60

Suspension

The suspension layout is classic: McPherson struts at the front and a multi-link at the rear. All wheels are equipped with powerful disc brakes with a ventilation function, the parking brake is electrically driven. The suspension is set rigidly, but due to the rigidity, the Swedes have achieved special tenacity in cornering.

Transmission

Engine

Body

The paintwork will not resist scratches and chips, but the body metal is protected from corrosion at the highest level. During operation, a knocking trunk lid, damage to servos, and even roof leakage in the area of the navigation antenna can detect themselves. Although the latter is a rarity.

Electrician

Technical data

Length/width/height, mm
Wheelbase/clearance, mm
type of drive
Trunk volume, l
Fuel tank volume, l	70
Curb / gross weight, kg
Transmission
engine's type
Working volume, cm3	1969	1999
Maximum power, hp (rpm)
Maximum torque, Nm (rpm)
Maximum speed, km/h		210
Acceleration 0−100 km/h, s	8,5	8,1
Fuel consumption, highway/city, l/100 km

pros

reliability of engines and suspension parts

comfortable and versatile interior

dynamics

residual value

Minuses

timing belt
Haldex clutch oil pump
high cost of components
fuel pump control unit

Reviewer of the magazine "AutoMir"

26.12.2018

A compact crossover from the Swedish premium car manufacturer Volvo Cars. Domestic motorists increasingly prefer practical cars off-road, since such cars are more functional and you can move on them with the same comfort both on the highway and beyond. The cars of the Scandinavian company Volvo have always differed from the models of other manufacturers in their quality, functionality and original solutions in the exterior and interior, thanks to which this model has been a leader in the European market among its own kind for many years. New this car was quite expensive and few motorists could afford to buy this Scandinavian handsome man, but with the advent of the second generation model on the market, the price of this version of the car in the secondary market has dropped significantly, making it available to a larger audience.

A bit of history:
The public presentation of the Volvo XC60 concept car took place in 2007 in Detroit. And the very next year (2008) the premiere took place in Geneva serial version car. The novelty was not the first crossover in model range Volvo was designed to fill the gap between the XC70 all-terrain wagon and the large crossover. The XC60 project was led by Lars Blenwall. The first generation Volvo XC60 is built on the same platform as the 2007 Ford Kuga and Land Rover Freelander (EUCD). Despite the unification of models, most of the technologies and components of this car are still from Sweden. It should be noted that the novelty was positioned as the most safe car ever created by a Swedish company. In the spring of 2010, a charged version was introduced car R-Design. In the same year, the XC60 became " Best SUV of the year" according to the jury of the International Car of the Year competition.
Debut XC60 with hybrid power plant dubbed plug-in hybrid took place at the 2012 North American Auto Show. In 2013, the model was restyled, during which minor flaws were corrected, the exterior design, front optics, and instrument panel were changed. Power units have also undergone modernization. The car was assembled at factories in Sweden, Belgium, Malaysia and China (since 2014). In 2017, the debut of the second generation Volvo XC60 took place at the Geneva Motor Show. The novelty was built on a modular SPA platform, which is a development Chinese company Geely. At the time of the release of the 2nd generation XC60, this platform had already been tested on models such as the S90/V90 and XC90. In 2018, this model became one of the most popular cars in the world and was awarded the "World Car of the Year" award.

Weaknesses and shortcomings of the Volvo XC60 with mileage

The quality of the paintwork is at a fairly high level. Despite this, various scratches and chips on the body of the cars of the first years of production will still be present, since this crossover has good off-road makings and it probably got out of paved roads, but their complete absence should alert. The quality of body iron, as a rule, does not raise questions - it has good corrosion protection (galvanized) and for a long time resists the onslaught of red disease even in open areas of the metal (chips). However, the body still has a couple of vulnerabilities. Over time, dirt and reagents stuck in the cavities between the subframe and the body, under the exhaust heat shield, above fuel tank and in other aerodynamic panels can cause corrosion.

There are other poorly protected places that, due to the accumulation of dirt, can gradually become rusty, but in fairness it should be said that even the cars of the first years of production do not have any serious problems. It is also worth monitoring the cleanliness of the drain under the windshield, since here, due to the accumulation of silt, the seam sealant suffers, which protects the interior and electronic components from moisture. The unreliability of fittings can also be attributed to the weak points of the body. So, for example, Volvo owners call heating elements for exterior mirrors consumables. There are also complaints about the reliability of the fifth door lifting drives - even on cars with low mileage, they can not only emit extraneous sounds, but also wedge (requires lubrication). The very same door over time begins to tap when driving on a rough road. The disease is eliminated by adjusting the hinges and replacing the seals. Door locks can also knock. Another nuisance is the roof leaking at the antenna installation site.

The windshield wiper trapezoid also requires attention, if it is not periodically lubricated, over time it will begin to turn sour. Also, incorrect operation of the trapezoid can be caused by a failure of the position sensor. Frequent failures and rear wiper. The windshield and the protective plastic of the front optics received a lot of criticism (they are quickly overwritten). Most of the copies are equipped with xenon lint headlights, the lamps of which last about 100,000 km, and their replacement is quite expensive. Door handles suffer not only from frequent failures of the electronic keyless entry module, they can also break when trying to open a frozen door. Many owners note such a drawback as a mismatch between the hole in the front bumper and the hole for attaching the towing eye.

Power units

On domestic market Volvo XC60 presented with a wide range power units, which included gasoline: four-cylinder - 2.0 T (203 hp) and T5 (240-249 hp), six-cylinder -3.0 T6 (285-306 hp), 3.2 (243 hp) ) and diesel: 5-cylinder - 2.0 D3 (136, 150 hp), 2.4 D4 (163-190 hp), D (173 hp) and D5 (185-220 hp .). Operating experience has shown that diesel engines are superior to gasoline engines not only in their reliability, but also in efficiency ( petrol units depending on the power, they consume from 10 liters to 20 liters per hundred), which, in general, is not surprising.

A common problem for all motors is the unreliability of the overrunning clutch of the generator, which for many gets stuck closer to 150,000 km. There are also complaints about the reliability of the Valeo fan of the cooling system - after 5-6 years of operation, backlash appears, the noise of operation increases, and it can wedge at startup. It is also worth monitoring the condition of the radiators - when operating in a metropolis, over time (after 3-5 winters) they may begin to leak. Often there is a malfunction in the cooling fan control unit. Due to incorrect data, the fan starts to work incorrectly and this leads to the fact that the engine constantly runs at elevated temperature. Also, the disadvantages include the lack of regular oil dipstick- It uses an electronic level sensor. At untimely service there is a high probability of problems with the lubrication system - with severe contamination, the pump and oil separator quickly surrender. The average resource of motors is 350-450 thousand km.

Petrol

Volvo XC60 gasoline engines have chronic problems with the timing chain - it often stretches on a run of 100-150 thousand km. It is quite difficult to identify, during operation, in what condition the circuit is and whether it has changed. So after buying this car in a used condition, it is better to immediately replace the timing kit. Costs this procedure though not cheap, but in the future it will avoid serious problems. It is also worth paying attention to the condition of the turbine - it painfully endures rough operation. Installing a turbo timer can help protect the turbocharger from early failure. Using low-quality fuel by 100,000 km, a large amount of soot accumulates on the valves. The problem is solved by cleaning or replacing the valves. Another problem area is fuel pump in the tank, in the event of a malfunction of which there are engine malfunctions and difficulties with starting the unit.

Diesel engines

The main problems of diesel engines, as a rule, are caused by the use of low-quality fuel or untimely maintenance. So, for example, if you often pour “badyazhny” diesel fuel into the tank, expensive injectors, high-pressure fuel pump and EGR valve will quickly give up, the intake manifold becomes dirty. It is worth noting that if the nozzles start to flow, the likelihood of cracks on the pistons increases significantly. The same trouble comprehends the unit and when "overblowing". Another point that is important to pay attention to is the state of the turbine, you can check it in several ways: the engine should not smoke, at high speeds there should not be extraneous noise, acceleration dynamics. The motors of the first years have one turbine, the weak point of which is the electric drive and the block of vortex dampers. Later versions have two mechanical supercharger with a resource of about 250,000 km, and no swirl flaps.

TO problem areas the particulate filter can also be attributed, which clogs up quite quickly under our operating conditions, and its replacement or dismantling is not cheap. clogged filter manifests itself as difficult starting, unstable idling, deterioration in acceleration dynamics. When using a low viscosity SAE20 oil, the wear of the liners is accelerated, and by 150,000 km scoring on the crankshaft may appear. Another typical nuisance is the unreliability of the rockers in the timing drive (they serve as a fuse when the belt breaks).

Transmission

The Volvo XC60 engines were paired with one of four available gearboxes: a 6-speed M66 manual, an Aisin TF80SC six-speed automatic, a Geartronic 6DCT450 preselective and 8 step automatic transmission TG-81SC. Gearboxes are generally hassle-free but require special handling, especially automatic ones. Most often, automatic transmission problems are caused by weak system cooling, which, under increased loads, does not always cope with the duties assigned to it (overheats). With untimely maintenance and harsh operation, failures in the operation of the gearbox may appear on the first hundred thousand mileage - jerks and slips appear during switching, caused by severe contamination of the valve body or damage to the solenoids. The main trouble of this type boxes is the wear of the valve body plate (it is destroyed if it is heavily contaminated) and the absence of original repair kits. Closer to 200,000 km, pump bushings and direct drum clutches may need to be replaced. The declared resource is 350,000 km.

Geartronic's box by and large reliable and if any problems could arise, then, as a rule, they manifested themselves at the very beginning of operation, if this did not happen during the break-in period, then most likely they will not be in the future. From possible faults The two most common gearboxes can be noted - incorrect operation of the firmware (decided by installing new software) and failure of the valve body. Another cost item can be a clutch kit, which, with frequent trips in traffic jams, will be asked for a replacement after 40-60 thousand km.

The most reliable is mechanical transmission, but, as in automatic transmissions do not think that it does not need maintenance and neglect the quality of the oil. It is also worth regularly monitoring the level of the working fluid in the box. Of the weak points, a dual-mass flywheel can be distinguished, which painfully endures prolonged movement for low revs. On cars manufactured after 2013, regardless of the type of transmission, on the transmission connection and angular gear over time, the bushing seals begin to leak. Not infrequently, to eliminate it, it is necessary to change not only the stuffing box, but also the sleeve (in working surface gland appears to be worn out, the splines wear out).

Four-wheel drive

On pre-styling cars (until 2013), a Haldex coupling of the 4th generation was installed, after the 5th generation with new software. The key to trouble-free operation of the clutch is careful operation (frequent slippage and overheating must be avoided), timely service(fluid replacement, flushing, cleaning), otherwise the resource of the unit will be significantly reduced. The first signal of problems with the clutch will be the appearance of jerks when starting. Most often, the culprits for the incorrect operation of the system are severe contamination of the pump (after 40-50 thousand km, the working channels become clogged) and software failures. SHRUS resource, cardan shaft And rear gear on average, it is 200-250 thousand km (on pre-styling cars it can start to buzz quite early). But the intermediate support of the driveshaft may be asked for a replacement a little earlier. If you actively storm the fords, there may be problems with the electronic part of the clutch.

Reliability of suspension, steering and brakes Volvo XC60

The suspension of the Swedish crossover, although independent, is difficult to call comfortable: MacPherson strut in front, multi-link in the back. Depending on the sales market, the chassis settings will have significant differences. So, for example, on cars officially imported to the CIS, the suspension is less rigid than that of European versions auto, but the handling will be worse (more strong banks in turns). IN expensive trim levels applied active suspension, which has increased level comfort, for which you will have to pay very dearly during the repair.

As for the reliability of the suspension elements, contrary to the panic rumors circulating on the network, it is quite strong and reliable. Of the weak points here, wheel bearings can be noted, the resource of which largely depends on the driving style. It is also worth noting the short service life of silent blocks of levers rear suspension for cars operated in megacities - delaminations appear due to the ingress of salt and reagents, as a result, the rear axle starts to walk a little. As with other cars, you should not rely on long term services of stabilizer struts and bushings (40-60 thousand km). The rest of the details, on average, I nurse 120-150 thousand km, and neat drivers have about 200,000 km.

The steering system is applied rack and pinion mechanism with electric power steering. For many, this node begins to bother with breakdowns quite early (up to 100,000 km) - the plastic bushings of the rail break, the amplifier electric pump fails. Extending the life of the rack and pump will help more frequent replacement EUR working fluid. It will not be superfluous to periodically replace the filter tank (suitable from Land Rover and is cheaper). And here brake system, despite the presence of additional electronic systems, reliable, but can bother with squeaks during operation. If at each MOT you do not lubricate the caliper guides, over time they will begin to turn sour and wedged. Among other troubles, it is worth highlighting rather rapid wear and tear. brake pads(the security system in rainy weather presses them to the discs to dry) and malfunctions of the handbrake.

Salon and electronics Volvo XC60

Volvo's interior design is difficult to confuse with any other, as it is made in the corporate style for the Scandinavian brand with its inherent ergonomics. But the main advantage interior decoration car is a solid build and high quality finishing materials. Of the shortcomings, it is worth noting best quality plastic center console (easily scratched) and the presence of squeaks. There are also complaints about the reliability of the buttons - they are rather flimsy and require delicate handling.

But the interior electronics cannot boast of standard reliability. Most often, owners are bothered by minor failures. onboard systems, such as: keyless access, rear view camera, temperature sensor, security system, etc. Unreliable also include central locking and mirror adjustment wiring. On pre-styling cars, there were problems with seat belt pretensioners (did not work in right moment). After 3-5 winters, the air conditioning compressor may start to make noise. As a rule, to eliminate the trouble, it is necessary to change the pressure pipe of the system, sometimes cleaning and vacuuming helps. Also worth mentioning is the motor. climate system, over time, at medium speeds, it begins to squeak. Replacing or repairing a motor is not an easy task, since for this you will have to disassemble the dashboard.

Outcome:

Despite a considerable list of possible malfunctions, the Volvo XC60 can be safely attributed to those cars that do not often bother their owners with breakdowns, but, like any other car, it has its drawbacks. The idea that we wanted to convey in our article is that this machine is technically complex and requires special attention. Having decided to purchase a Volvo XC60, you must be prepared for the high cost of maintenance, especially in the case of diesel modifications. In the secondary market, the choice of XC60 is great, but not all of the presented cars are in good condition. technical condition, therefore, in order to find a worthy copy, it makes sense to check it in a specialized service.

Advantages:

High security
Good adaptation to our operating conditions
Quality build

Flaws:

Fairly high maintenance cost
Rigid suspension
Possible electronic failure

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.

The Swedish crossover is very, very, very tempting. True, many believe that it is also extremely expensive. Compared to Lada 4x4, it is probably expensive. But as we found out, there is nothing frightening in this car: a hardy body, an excellent interior, and a reliable chassis. So in general, owning these cars will not break the bank. Moreover, the motors with boxes in the XC60 are also not bad.

Transmission

Front-wheel drive cars are quite common, but the bulk of the XC60 crossovers still have all-wheel drive with a Haldex clutch in the drive rear axle. Mechanical transmissions do not have any special weaknesses. The resource of CV joints, cardan shaft and rear gearbox is more than sufficient. With runs of less than 150 thousand, breakdowns are extremely rare and are mainly associated with loss of oil level and mechanical damage. Purely city cars with constant plug operation may have a shorter life of the intermediate support of the cardan shaft, but such cases are rare.

All-wheel drive for cars until 2012 is carried out using a Haldex coupling fourth generation, and after - the fifth. The easiest way to distinguish between them is visually: the fifth generation couplings have a separately made pump unit, an electronic board on the right side and a more compact body of the coupling itself. Fifth generation couplings are easier to maintain: the driveshaft does not need to be removed to change the oil, and on the fourth generation couplings, the pump rests against the driveshaft coupling when removed. But newer couplings require much more maintenance.

The pump mesh becomes clogged after 20-30 thousand mileage, which leads to its failure. The fifth generation does not have a hydraulic accumulator and a separate filter, it is generally noticeably simpler and cheaper, but, unfortunately, it remains more expensive to repair. The fourth Haldex is noticeably better in this respect. This clutch, without any special consequences, with gentle operation, endures an oil change after 40-50 thousand runs for the first time and about 30-40 thousand in subsequent ones. For careful drivers and with runs under a hundred thousand, the oil may turn out to be clean. And the chances of pump failure are much less.

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A clutch of any generation with the active use of all-wheel drive should be sorted out with the cover removed and the crankcase cleaned once every two or three years. With active forcing of fords, problems with the electronic part of the couplings are possible, especially if the service was too lazy to service the connectors.

With manual transmissions, there are no particular difficulties. The M66 six-speed gearbox, with careful operation, proved to be quite reliable. But you should keep an eye on the oil level, and fans of driving at especially low speeds should worry about the resource of dual-mass flywheels.

With automatic transmission, everything is somewhat more complicated. The bulk of the machines on our market are diesel versions with six-speed automatic transmission Aisin TF80SC, the same box was installed before restyling with 3.2 and 3.0 liter gasoline engines. Pre-styling gasoline two-liter cars were equipped with a preselective automatic transmission 6DCT450 manufactured by Getrag. Well, after restyling, two-liter diesel and gasoline cars were equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission Aisin TG-81SC, also known as AWF8F35 / AWF8F45.

The number of complaints about the Aisin automatic transmission is quite large, but, nevertheless, they are considered quite reliable, and experienced Volvo drivers love them. Paradox? Not at all: it’s just that these boxes are very strong, but regular system cooling, to put it mildly, rather weak. She provides normal operation for warranty period subject to the soft European mode of movement. This automatic transmission loves low city speeds, lack of sharp accelerations, stable speed, no hard overtaking on the track, clean radiators and caring mechanics. The manufacturer promises that the box will pass 350 thousand kilometers. It is believed that Scandinavian cars should drive just as much to make the consumer happy. In our conditions and with our drivers, after hundreds of thousands of regular maintenance, you can expect the appearance small problems in the form of jerks, slippage during switching due to contamination of the valve body and damage to the solenoids. And cars from large cities can have a noticeably greater number of problems due to the permanent overheating of the transmission in the summer.

Pictured: Volvo XC60 D3 ‘2009–13

Almost all complaints about transmission problems in Volvo arise from those who believe the standard manual and official services, do not install additional cooling and change the oil at least once every 60-90 thousand kilometers. Experienced Volvo drivers install additional radiators and external filters without waiting for the “first call”, change the oil every 30 thousand kilometers and have no problems throughout the entire run in any operating mode. However, there are plenty of occasional Volvo buyers. Yes, and those who consider the factory design to be infallible, and the need for regular repairs as an undoubted and easy duty, are enough even among fans of the brand. So it's still worth talking about the problems they have.

The main problem of all Aisin automatic transmissions is the wear of the valve body plate and the lack of official repair kits solenoids. Oil contamination eats away the aluminum of the “plate”, and even with new solenoids installed, the box will not work like new. More precisely, it will not work when the limit of adaptation of the control unit is reached, and these limits are quite large. So the scanner and flushing often work wonders, the main thing is not to bring the automatic transmission to the destruction of the mechanical part.

The main mechanical problems are related to the wear of the friction clutches of the Direct drum (speeds 4-5-6) due to the drop in oil pressure and the wear of the pump bushing. All other troubles rarely appear and are usually associated with either overheating or advanced valve body problems.

The friction linings of the GDT do not withstand a too aggressive style of movement, which, unfortunately, is becoming familiar to the latest call-up Volvo drivers. Already after hundreds of thousands of kilometers, accelerated pollution can be observed even fresh butter due to the wear of the linings to the adhesive layer, in this case, an urgent repair of the gas turbine engine is required. Fortunately for the XC60, the bulk of the cars are equipped with classic diesel engines 2.4 liters with a very mild thermal regime, which also has a good effect on the operation of the automatic transmission. Operating conditions of the box gasoline engines noticeably tougher, and the resource of the boxes is much less, especially for aggressive drivers.

The newer eight-speed unit TG-81SC (AWF8F35 / AWF8F45) is in many ways similar to an improved and supplemented version of the six-speed box. The runs of cars with it are still small, and the complaints relate mainly to the hard “down” switching, which sometimes manifests itself at runs up to 30 thousand kilometers, as well as strange transitions into emergency mode. The design remains quite exotic for our market, so there are definitely problems with the repair. But foreign users report the benefits of additional cooling and solving problems with replacing the valvebody. From interesting features- the use of a dual-mass flywheel paired with an automatic transmission, so if you hear tapping at low speeds, remember that there is such a detail here.

Pictured: Volvo XC60 2.4D ‘2008–13

Front-wheel drive cars with 2.0 liter engines are found with the Getrag 6DCT450 box. In short, you don't have to be afraid of her. This unit is more common on the second generation S60 model, so if you want to buy an XC60 with it, .

Engines

There are a lot of engines for the Volvo XC60. Here are in-line gasoline “sixes” with a volume of 3.2 and 3.0 liters, well known from the model, and two-liter petrol turbo engines, just as well known from the second generation S60. But surprisingly, the most popular option turned out to be diesel engines 2.4 liters in different forcing options. The reason for the popularity is obvious enough: diesels cover good range in terms of power, they were mainly combined classic automatic transmissions and four-wheel drive, they are quite economical and, moreover, they are presented in all trim levels, from inexpensive to top-end ones. Well, of course, these motors deservedly have the status of reliable and time-tested, because it last representatives ModularEngine series, which dates back to the nineties. I don’t want to say anything bad about other engines, they are very good at Volvo, but diesels are very good even against their background.

The motors of the third generation D5244xx line, which were installed on the XC60, retained the main features of their predecessors. All the same five cylinders, four valves per cylinder, aluminum block, belt driven camshafts and a fair amount of reliability. The most powerful options have about 440 Nm of torque and more than 215 hp. power.

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What can be said about the few mechanical breakdowns? For example, sometimes rockers fail in the timing drive, which play the role of a fuse when the timing belt breaks. They are prone to breakage when twisted, especially on motors with runs over 200 thousand. The timing mechanism is recommended to be changed every 60 thousand and carefully monitored for oil contamination: motors are prone to fogging and even leaks.

Most of all complaints are caused by quite typical diesel problems: contamination and leakage of nozzles, pollution intake manifold and breakage of the actuator of the dampers for changing geometry, contamination of the EGR valve, contamination and leakage of its heat exchanger. Particulate filter contamination is a problem, in general, typical for all diesel engines, and on a Volvo, the engine really does not like those who do not drive on the highway at all.

With turbines after 150-200 thousand run, you can expect trouble. Previously, it is unlikely, unless the owner was engaged in chip tuning of the motor.

Quite a few minor annoyances are caused by the layout auxiliary systems. For some reason, a long intake manifold and its vibrations are considered by owners to be the cause of oil leaks, although in practice oil leaks from the intake are only an indicator of them. And a modification that is fashionable among Volvo drivers with the installation of an additional mounting bracket will not fix the crankcase ventilation system. Although intake manifold vibrations cause chafing of the engine compartment wiring harness and the front cooling pipe, more effective way is the removal of the Helmholtz resonator, which is very large here and can wipe a hole in the electrics and cooling system.

Pictured: Volvo XC60 T6 ‘2008–13

Another feature of the motors on the XC60 is the absence of a regular oil dipstick, an electronic level sensor is used here. If possible, it is worth installing a classic dipstick: the oil can begin to decrease if the ventilation system is contaminated or the turbine is damaged very quickly, and the electronics sometimes fail, and there are already a lot of ruined motors on the conscience of the electronic sensor.

The appearance of cracks in the pistons during injector leaks and overblowing is, unfortunately, a fairly common problem. Especially if coking oil was used, the piston cooling nozzles are dirty, and the owner does not pay attention to the excess volume of crankcase gases for a long time. When buying a car, pay attention to the volume of crankcase gases and engine oiling. And it is better to measure compression even with low mileage, especially if there are signs of overheating or the likelihood of installing chip tuning.

Using low viscosity oils SAE20 also have chances for crankshaft scuffing and increased wear liners after 150 thousand run, but this is still a very rare problem. In the world of modern disposable motors engines of this series can still be considered a bulwark of stability, serviceability and reasonableness.

And instead of a resume

Definitely, the car has earned its popularity. This is a very good alternative to the overly complicated German cars.

Pictured: Volvo XC60 T6 ‘2008–13

The shortcomings of the most running configurations A little. Among them are the presence of minor failures even in the first years of operation and the intense thermal regime of the automatic transmission in a typical Russian urban cycle, as well as not very favorable service conditions from dealers. But the pluses definitely outweigh, especially if you don’t take cars with new-generation two-liter engines and don’t chase after overly sporty chassis trim levels. And it would be nice to have in mind a proven service that serves cars not according to the regulations, but in good conscience.

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