How reliable is the Volvo Xc60?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Volvo Xc60 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 37,804 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 86.5%.
Volvo Xc60 reliability by year
How the Volvo Xc60 performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 70.4% | – |
| 2009 | 76.1% | – |
| 2010 | 75.6% | – |
| 2011 | 76.2% | – |
| 2012 | 77% | – |
| 2013 | 78.9% | – |
| 2014 | 79.1% | – |
| 2015 | 81.6% | – |
| 2016 | 83.2% | – |
| 2017 | 86.5% | 84,084 km |
| 2018 | 90.6% | 74,632 km |
| 2019 | 90.9% | 72,808 km |
| 2020 | 92.5% | 66,301 km |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Volvo Xc60 as a model. The reliability of any individual Volvo Xc60 also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo Xc60 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Volvo Xc60 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 87%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Volvo Xc60?
The most common owner-reported issues are: a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.6% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.3% of inspections); A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (1.2% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (0.9% of inspections); A tyre cords visible or damaged (0.7% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Volvo Xc60?
For a typical Volvo Xc60, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, 84,084 km at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Volvo Xc60 before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.