Volvo XC60 R-Design revealed

By Jack Rix

07th July 2009

Volvo has extended its sporty R-Design range to include the XC60 compact off-roader. The styling pack is already available on the C30, S40, V50, S80, V70 and XC90 models, but with the XC60 the Swedish term has taken the sporty theme a little further.

Firmer suspension, a stiffer chassis and a quicker steering rack mean the XC60 R-Design is more than merely an appearance change, it should be a sharper drive too.

Cosmetic alterations include a colour-coded bodykit, unique 18-inch wheels, with 20-inch rims as an option, and a matte silver finish on the wing mirrors and grille. On the inside a sprinkling of metallic inserts and two-tone leather mark the R-Design out.

There’s no word on cost yet, but expect the beefed-up XC60’s to be hitting UK showrooms very soon.

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