2022 INFINITI QX60 vs 2022 Volvo XC60

Volvo made subtle styling changes to the 2022 XC60, including a new front fascia with "air blades" for a sportier appearance, a new rear bumper that hides the tailpipes, and new wheel designs. The front grille was reworked to move sensors for driver-assist systems behind the heated Volvo logo. The XC60 shared its Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) platform with other Volvo models like the XC90, S90, and V90 Cross Country. Inside, the XC60 retained its clean design with a new digital instrument cluster, a portrait-oriented touchscreen, and minimal clutter. The B6 R-Design model featured aluminum mesh speaker grilles and textured seats, while the Inscription trim level offered Nappa leather upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Infiniti gave the QX60 a complete makeover for 2022, including a new exterior design, interior, powertrains, and technologies. The QX60's new front featured a prominent grille, slim LED headlights, and oversized air intakes, giving it a concept-car look with lots of chrome. The long hood and steeply-raked windshield conveyed elegance, while the blacked-out pillars created a floating roof effect. The rear elevation was tasteful, with "INFINITI" spelled out in chrome letters across the liftgate. Inside, the QX60 felt wide and open, with quilted leather upholstery on the Autograph trim level, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display, and a TFT instrument panel. The QX60 models for the U.S. were built in Tennessee, showcasing high craftsmanship and build quality.

For 2022, the Volvo XC60 introduced new B5 and B6 mild-hybrid powertrains, replacing the previous T5 and T6 engines. Both powertrains combined a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a 48-volt electrical system and integrated starter generator, adding 13 horsepower in short bursts. The B6 also featured an electric supercharger. The B5 produced 258 hp and 247 lb-ft of torque, while the B6 delivered 295 hp and 310 lb-ft. Both used an eight-speed automatic transmission, with the B5 offering FWD or AWD and the B6 only available with AWD. The B5 accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds (6.6 seconds with FWD), and the B6 in 5.9 seconds. The XC60 Recharge plug-in hybrid offered 400 hp and 472 lb-ft, with a 0 to 60 mph time of 5 seconds. The Polestar Engineered version increased output to 415 hp and 494 lb-ft, with a 0 to 60 mph time of 4.9 seconds.

The 2022 INFINITI QX60 featured a nine-speed automatic transmission, replacing the previous CVT, which improved driving feel. The familiar 3.5-liter V6 engine produced 295 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque, with fuel economy estimates of 21 mpg city/26 mpg highway/23 mpg combined for FWD models and 20 mpg city/25 mpg highway/22 mpg combined for AWD. The QX60's suspension used MacPherson struts up front and an independent multilink setup in the rear, with four-wheel ventilated disc brakes and rack-mounted electric power steering assist. The QX60 delivered a smooth, serene ride, with generous leg and headroom in the second and third rows. The QX60 was designed for smooth highways and suburban streets, rather than off-road adventures.

The 2022 Volvo XC60's interior space remained competitive, with above-average front-seat headroom but tied with the Audi Q5 for worst rear-seat headroom. Legroom in both rows was about average. Mild-hybrid models offered 21.6 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up and 49.8 cubic feet with the seats folded. Plug-in hybrid models had slightly less cargo space, at 21.1 cubic feet with the seats up and 49.3 cubic feet with the seats down. The XC60 provided a commanding driving position with good forward and rear visibility, aided by large exterior mirrors.

The 2022 INFINITI QX60, with its three-row seating, catered to all passengers with ample storage, charging ports, and comfort. The front featured a roomy center console with a cubby for smartphones, cupholders, and covered storage. The second-row seats slid fore and aft to share space, with a 60/40 split bench in lower trims and captain’s chairs in the Autograph trim. The third row was accessible and comfortable for adults. The QX60 offered 14.5 cubic feet of luggage space behind the third row, 41.6 cubic feet with the third row folded, and 75.4 cubic feet with both rows folded. It had a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds, expandable to 6,000 pounds with the towing package.

The 2022 Volvo XC60 received a tech overhaul with a 9-inch touchscreen running Android Automotive, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, Bluetooth, and a built-in WiFi hotspot. Optional features included a head-up display and upgraded audio systems from Harman Kardon or Bowers & Wilkins. The new system integrated Google Assistant for voice control, Google Maps for navigation, and access to third-party apps via the Google Play Store. The system supported over-the-air updates and was compatible with iPhones, though without the added functionality of syncing Google profiles. The digital instrument cluster could display a map or a "Calm" setting to minimize distractions.

The 2022 INFINITI QX60 featured full LED lighting, a power liftgate, and the latest 12.3-inch InTouch Interactive display with wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto. An AT&T WiFi hotspot could connect up to seven devices. The QX60 had six USB charge points (seven in higher trims) and a wireless charging pad in Sensory and Autograph models. The navigation system, standard in all but the base trim, used TomTom map data. Infiniti InTouch services offered connectivity features via a smartphone app. The QX60 also introduced a simplified version of Alexa for voice commands. The Autograph trim included a 10.8-inch head-up display and a smart rearview mirror. A nine-speaker audio system was standard in lower trims, with a 17-speaker Bose system available in higher trims.

The 2022 Volvo XC60 had not been rated by the IIHS or NHTSA, but the 2021 model received the IIHS’s Top Safety Pick+ rating and a five-star overall rating from the NHTSA. Standard safety features included forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, automatic post-collision braking, a driver-attention monitor, traffic-sign recognition, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. New features for 2022 included Ready to Drive Notification and Emergency Stop Assist. Volvo’s Pilot Assist driver-assistance system was available as an option.

The 2022 INFINITI QX60 had not been rated by the IIHS or NHTSA, but the previous generation received high ratings. The QX60 included standard safety features such as front- and side-impact airbags, roof-mounted curtain side-impact airbags, knee airbags, second-row side-impact airbags, and front central seat-mounted airbags. It also had LATCH connectors and advanced driver assistance systems like forward emergency braking, predictive forward-collision warning, rear automatic braking, rear cross-traffic alert, rearview camera, rear sonar, and blind-spot warning. ProPilot Assist was standard on all trims except Pure, with additional optional features like blind-spot intervention, lane-departure warning, lane-departure prevention, around-view monitor, front sonar, and driver attention alert.