Verdict
The RM62,000 step from the RM266,888 Volvo XC60 Mk1 Facelift to the RM328,888 Volvo XC60 Mk2 Facelift 2 buys all-wheel drive, a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and a far fuller active-safety suite, including autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and active cruise control. It also brings a panoramic roof, 360-degree camera and 11.2-inch Android Automotive display. The older XC60 remains the rational used-buy route: it is RM62,000 cheaper, has a 495-litre boot versus 483 litres and a quoted 6.7 L/100 km figure. But its FWD layout and 7.2-second sprint show its age.
Pick the Volvo XC60 Mk1 Facelift if RM62,000 saved, a 495-litre boot and its quoted 6.7 L/100 km economy matter more than AWD and newer driver assistance.
Pick the Volvo XC60 Mk2 Facelift 2 if you want AWD, autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera and a much more modern cabin interface.
Key differences
- Price: Volvo XC60 Mk1 Facelift RM266,888; Volvo XC60 Mk2 Facelift 2 RM328,888.
- Driveline and acceleration: Mk1 Facelift FWD and 0-100 km/h in 7.2 seconds; Mk2 Facelift 2 AWD and 6.9 seconds.
- Dimensions: Mk1 Facelift is 4,644 mm long on a 2,774 mm wheelbase; Mk2 Facelift 2 is 4,708 mm long on a 2,865 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Mk1 Facelift 495 litres; Mk2 Facelift 2 483 litres.
- Wheels: Mk1 Facelift 17-inch Valder alloys; Mk2 Facelift 2 19-inch 5-double-spoke alloys.
- Warranty mileage: Mk1 Facelift 100,000 km over five years; Mk2 Facelift 2 unlimited mileage over five years.
Mk1 Facelift
- RM62,000 lower purchase price.
- 495-litre boot, 12 litres larger.
- Quoted fuel economy of 6.7 L/100 km.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Mk2 Facelift 2's all-wheel drive.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- No reverse camera, panoramic glass roof or powered boot.
Mk2 Facelift 2
- All-wheel drive and a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning, steering-correction lane keeping and active cruise control.
- 11.2-inch Android Automotive display, Bowers & Wilkins audio and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM62,000 more.
- 483-litre boot is 12 litres smaller.
- Quoted kerb weight is 2,450 kg versus 1,794 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM266,888✓ | RM328,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM428 | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,969 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 245 hp | 246 hp✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 13 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 30 Nm✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Geartronic | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 157 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,644 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,891 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,713 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,774 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,794 kg | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 483 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Valder Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Valder Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer rear seats, with Integrated Booster Cushions | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive Bi-Xenon Projectors | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable 8-Way, Memory for Driver | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | B-Pillar Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Audio | 7" DVD/MP3 Player with 8 Speakers, 4x40W amplifier | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push button | Keyless Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Manual Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free service (parts and labour) for 20,000 km, 40,000 km, 60,000 km, 80,000 km and 100,000 km intervals | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Mk1 Facelift vs Mk2 Facelift 2 FAQ
Is the Volvo XC60 Mk1 Facelift or Volvo XC60 Mk2 Facelift 2 better?
The Volvo XC60 Mk2 Facelift 2 is the more complete car, with AWD, a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and active safety systems absent from the Mk1 Facelift. Choose the Mk1 Facelift when its RM62,000 lower price and slightly larger boot carry more weight.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC60 Mk2 Facelift 2 costs RM328,888, which is RM62,000 more than the Volvo XC60 Mk1 Facelift at RM266,888.
Which XC60 has the better safety equipment?
The Volvo XC60 Mk2 Facelift 2 has the stronger safety kit: autonomous braking, collision warning, steering-correction lane keeping, all-seat seatbelt reminders and front-and-rear curtain airbags. The Mk1 Facelift has six airbags, stability control and blind-spot monitoring, but lacks those active systems.