Much to the dismay to most North American Volvo wagon enthusiasts, when Volvo debuted the V60, they also said it would not be coming to North America due to poor V70 sales. However it now seems there is a possibility of the very stylish V60 being available for sale here.
Volvo CEO Stefan Jacoby recently indicated that it’s possible for the V60 to come to this side of the pond as a sort of niche vehicle. He suggested that perhaps the V60 could be a hybrid only if sold here. The goal would be to keep Volvo loyalists happy all while ensuring they don’t jump ship for the Toyota Prius, Lexus HS 25oh or Audi A3 TDI should they want something more efficient. This would also help Volvo achieve its CAFE standards as they currently offer no hybrid or diesel models in North America.
Volvo is currently working on electric vehicles and has also hinted at a deisel powered C30 coming to our market as well.
Would you buy a hybridized V60 or would you rather just a pocket rocket version in T6 form? Maybe beggers can’t be choosers.
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Without a doubt the v60 hybrid is exactly what my family wants. Love the s60 but the v 60 checks *all* the boxes for this day and age. I mean look at it! Who wants a Prius over that?! plus available AWD (in a pinch).
Agreed Raonull!
Why do the car maker think that we who live in Canada don’t want some of these vehicles. Practical, sporty, and economical…whats not to want!