Furthering its commitment to producing the most sustainable and safe vehicles on the market, Volvo Cars Philippines launched the new XC60 and XC90 SUVs, both of which mark the return of the “twin engine” T8 plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Fresh from its commitment to offer elevated levels of aftersales service and parts support, the XC60 T8 and XC90 T8 are both powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine supplemented by an electric motor. Whether it’s in the three-row XC90 or two-row XC60, both SUVs make a maximum of 455 horsepower (XC60) or 462 horsepower (XC90). Torque is the same at 709 Nm of torque. Along with an 18.8-kWh battery, it offers up to 77 kilometers of all-electric range in the XC90 T8 and 80 kilometers in the XC60 T8.
The subtle exterior refresh gives the 2025 XC90 a new grille, headlights, and bumpers. Overall, it reinforces the SUV’s confident look while also gives a nod to elements found in Volvo’s fully-electric cars. It also comes with standard air suspension with active dampers as well as 20-inch alloy wheels on the outside. Inside, it receives a large central touchscreen with higher resolution graphics with capability for OTA updates.
The dashboard also happens to incorporate strong Scandinavian design with more horizontal shapes than before, and decorative panels made of genuine wood and aluminum. The seats, meanwhile, are covered in Nappa leather material.
Sourced from Torslanda in Sweden, the new XC90 comes with a complete set of safety features including Pilot Assist, collision avoidance systems, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), intersection autobrake, and a 360-degree camera.
“The Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid is more than a vehicle that helps us exceed distance through intelligent hybrid technology — it is a symbol of how we, as leaders and individuals, can exceed the bar of responsibility. It represents our commitment to go beyond expectations, to care for people, and to drive meaningful change on the road and in society,” says Ms. Maria Fe Perez Agudo, Vice Chairman, President, and CEO of Hariphil Asia Resources Inc., official distributor of Volvo Cars in the Philippines.
The XC90 T8 is priced at P 5,490,000.
Meanwhile, sourced from Volvo’s assembly plant in Shah Alam, Malaysia, the Volvo XC60 T8 takes on the same new contemporary language as the XC90. It receives new air intakes, lights, and 20-inch alloy wheels. Like the XC90, it also has air suspension with active dampers.
Inside, it uses new premium materials and welcomes a larger 11.2-inch free standing central display with 21 percent higher pixel density. Using the next-generation Snapdragon Cockpit Processor and coming with Google built-in, it operates twice as fast as before. Changes were also done to improve storage with new cup holders and wireless charging location.
The refreshed XC60 showcases Nordic artistry and material ingenuity with its Orrefors crystal shifter, genuine wood and aluminum trim, and animal-free Nordico seats. An advanced air purifying system and a high-fidelity Harman Kardon sound system complete the package.
Features such as Pilot Assist, collision avoidance systems, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), intersection autobrake, and a 360-degree also come as standard on the XC60 T8.
“The new Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid is for those who choose to raise the bar — versatile and ready for the everyday, prepared for life’s big moments, and designed to protect what matters most. It’s a high-breed SUV for drivers who value smart performance and responsible leadership on the road,” continued Ms. Agudo.
The XC60 T8 is priced at P 4,550,000.
If you cant afford this- get yourself a geely.
ReplyDeleteA very poor man's volvo. No pun intended. I love my geely.
No mild hybrids? Funny how yesterday there was an article about PHEV having the most issues with Volvo vehicles at the bottom of reliability, and then they released these PHEVs. Also not a buyer so I do not care but its weird that they omitted the Bowers and Wilkins audio system. I know someone who bought an XC60 because of that.
ReplyDeleteThe article you're talking about was from the J.D. Power US Initial Quality Study (IQS) which covers issues experienced in the first 90 days of ownership. For reliability you can look at the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study where Volvo ranks a little higher (Volkswagen is lowest on that one) but also PHEVs are still considered the most "problematic". I use quotation marks because J.D. Power has the following criteria (from the VDS Product Page):
DeleteProblem symptoms are evaluated in eight vehicle system categories:
• Exterior
• Seats
• The Driving Experience
• HVAC
• Features/Controls/Displays
• Interior
• Audio/Communication/
Entertainment/Navigation
• Engine/Transmission
For people like me only the Engine/Transmission problems would really influence me to think badly about a car (unless a car REALLY sucks in the other areas). There's just so much room to complain about every little issue to bring down the scores of more tech packed vehicles. To compare in that same study, the two most problematic car types are; diesel (233 PP100); and PHEVs (242 PP100). That's a 9 point difference or a measly 3.86% more problems being found with PHEVs over diesel cars (which I assume have less tech overall) over 3 years of ownership. Is there that much to worry about PHEVs? And don't Filipinos LOVE diesels? That there is something for us to think about.
Medyo pricey Volvo compared sa Lexus pero mukhang mas powerful kesa sa mga Lexus.
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