Is the 2018 Volvo XC60 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
The Volvo XC60 Polestar Engineered is a stylish and powerful plug-in hybrid offering great performance and advanced safety features, but it comes with higher maintenance costs and average hybrid efficiency.
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Pros
- Strong performance
- Upscale interior
- Excellent safety features
Cons
- Higher maintenance costs
- Limited cargo space
- Average fuel efficiency for a hybrid
Ownership at a glance
Common problems to watch for
- Battery management system faults
- Infotainment system glitches
- Suspension noise over time
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (5)
The 2018 Volvo Xc60 has 5 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Seats — Critical Fasteners (campaign 25V818000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Structure — Body — Tailgate — Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the ve…
- Electrical System — Software — Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have…
- Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Linkages — Volvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XC60 vehicles. The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly.…
- Seats — Critical Fasteners — Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2026 XC60MHEV, 2018 and 2025 XC60 vehicles. The front seat bolts may have been improperly tightened, resulting in loose bolts.…
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Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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