Is the 2022 Volvo XC60 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B7.5/10
The Volvo XC60 R-Design offers a good balance of luxury and performance with a strong focus on safety. However, keep in mind the potential for higher maintenance costs and occasional tech issues.
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Pros
- Luxurious interior
- Advanced safety features
- Smooth ride quality
Cons
- Higher than average maintenance costs
- Infotainment system can be sluggish
- Limited service availability in some areas
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
22 mpg
Maintenance cost
$2,500/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Infotainment system glitches
- Minor electrical issues
- Occasional brake noise
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (6)
The 2022 Volvo Xc60 has 6 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Back Over Prevention — Software (campaign 25V908000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Steering — Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall in…
- Electrical System — Software — Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module …
- Back Over Prevention — Software — Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display …
- Back Over Prevention — Software — Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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