Used Volvo XC60 for Sale near Elkin, NC

How much does the Volvo XC60 cost in today's market?

Used Volvo XC60 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Volvo XC60's current nationwide average price is $30,866, and its lowest point over the past year was $28,770. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Volvo XC60 a good car?

Yes — the Volvo XC60 is a strong choice if you want a premium compact SUV with comfort, safety, and a polished Scandinavian feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the XC60 for its luxurious interior, comfortable ride, and stylish design. Across the model years, the cabin quality and advanced technology also come through as recurring strengths, helping the XC60 feel upscale and easy to live with.

Expert reviews rate the 2018 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are sluggish performance, poor fuel economy, and unimpressive driver assistance tech. Those concerns show up often enough that you should weigh them against the XC60’s comfort and premium presentation.

37.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo XC60 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the XC60 for its comfort, safety, and upscale cabin quality. The model also earns repeated praise for its smooth driving character and premium feel, which helps it stand out as a refined used SUV.

• Owners rate the Volvo XC60 between 3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and focusing on well-maintained examples with clean records.

What should I look for when buying a used Volvo XC60?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 85.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2018 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Pilot Assist, which combines adaptive cruise control with lane-centering assist, along with intersection braking assist and forward-collision warning that can identify large animals, pedestrians, and cyclists.
• Infotainment: Volvo Car UX with an 11.2-inch touchscreen, Google built-in, Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Gemini, Google Play, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA rating is 26 mpg in combined driving, but on a sunny 88-degree day, the XC60 T5 returned 24.7 mpg on our Southern California fuel-economy loop. On the extended mountainous vehicle evaluation route, we saw 21.7 mpg.

Which Volvo XC60 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Volvo XC60 offers these trims:

• Core: The entry trim starts the lineup and gives you the XC60’s clean Scandinavian design, comfortable cabin, and standard safety tech.
• Plus: This trim adds more convenience and comfort equipment for shoppers who want a stronger value balance.
• Ultra: The best-value trim for many buyers, it adds the sumptuously outfitted cabin, plush Nappa leather, premium wood trim, classy metal speaker grilles, and available upgrades such as front seat massage and the Bowers & Wilkins audio system.
• Black Edition: This trim adds Onyx Black paint, 21-inch gloss black alloy wheels, a crystal gear shift knob by Orrefors, and black exterior and interior details for a more distinctive look.

What Volvo XC60 do most buyers choose?

The Volvo XC60 years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they offer a strong mix of newer features, broad availability, and plenty of shopping choice. They also give you more room to compare prices and find a deal that fits your budget.

What is the Volvo XC60's resale value?

Most XC60 model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it creates more room for value. The biggest drops are concentrated in older and mid-cycle years, while the newest model year is nearly flat. That makes the recent-model market especially interesting if you want newer features without paying full new-car pricing.

The 2025 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2025, 2016, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Volvo XC60 safe?

• 2026: 4/10
• 2023: 10/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2018: 10/10

The 2026 XC60 includes intersection braking assist and Pilot Assist with adaptive cruise control and lane-centering assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2018 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Volvo XC60 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −0.57% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −7.59%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 39% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 39%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $42,358. The Volvo XC60 offers a calm, upscale cabin with a premium Scandinavian character that makes it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine generates 247 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque, and the powertrain features a 48-volt mild-hybrid system with an integrated starter/generator and regenerative braking.
• Tech: A larger, high-resolution 11.2-inch touchscreen display debuts for 2026, and Volvo Car UX provides Google built-in with Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Gemini, and Google Play.
• Safety: The latest model adds intersection braking assist and forward-collision warning that identifies large animals, pedestrians, and cyclists.
• Starting price: Prices range from $51,095 to $62,195, including the $1,395 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Volvo XC60 compare to the 2024 Audi Q5?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.