CKB Volvo XC60 at RM281K !

Volvo Car Malaysia has launched the Volvo XC60 2.0 Turbo Powershift model, which is the second model after the XC60 T6 model which is launched last year. While the latter is a CBU model priced at RM330K to RM360K, the former is priced at RM281,950 because it is a CKD model.

With a four-cylinder 2.0T GTDi (Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection), 203 hp at 6,000 rpm engine, it's mated with a 6 speed dual clutch transmission. It's a drop from the 3.0cc turbocharged T6 engine which produces 285bhp. However, the former engine should be able to provide a lively driving experience too.


The oh-so-gorgeous XC60 is no doubt one of the most attractive looking SUV around. Certainly a great effort by Volvo in changing people's perception on how boxy and boring Volvo cars will look! The sexiness doesn't only applied to the exterior but to the interior as well. The cabin looks upmarket thanks to the 2-tone colour dashboard, wood and chrome finishing in the right place.


When we mention about Volvo, we'll think of safety. Although the price is cheaper now, this CKD XC60 is not low in safety features. It has 6 airbags, Roll Stability Control (RSC), Ready Alert Brakes (RAB) and Fading Brake Support (FBS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with distance alert, Rollover Protection System (ROPS), Active Bending Lights (ABL) and Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC). And the list goes on...

Child seat.

Now with the lower pricing, it furthers the Xc60's distance with its elder sibling, the XC90 which is selling at around RM330K. This will encourage more people to buy the XC60 with the added value for money.

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