Volvo stands out as a leader in vehicle safety, a status that has supported the XC60 in rivaling top German luxury midsize SUVs. Drivers often value the XC60 for its useful design, plush and helpful seats, strong construction standards, and subtle Nordic design. Still, recent questions around Volvo dependability may cause some buyers to pause before choosing this model, given how important this aspect is for daily use.

Data from Consumer Reports, drawn from yearly owner surveys to rank vehicle dependability, shows the 2025 XC60 performing slightly above average overall. This places the current version in line with earlier post-update XC60 models from 2022 onward. J.D. Power aligns with this view, scoring the XC60 at 74 out of 100 for quality and reliability, which fits the average range for both gas and plug-in hybrid versions.

What limits the Volvo XC60 reliability rating?

The XC60 earns middling scores mostly from minor electronic and software hiccups instead of big mechanical breakdowns. All recent Volvo and Polestar vehicles on SPA and CMA platforms use the TCAM unit, which serves as the central hub for vehicle data. Located in the roof antenna, it handles infotainment, key fob links, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, navigation, and emergency services. This module often proves troublesome on the XC60, failing from software bugs, updates, or moisture in the antenna housing.

Failures typically cause lost Wi-Fi or GPS, an SOS service alert, or key fob recognition problems. Consumer Reports flags in-car electronics as the top issue for the 2025 model, along with accessory electronics. Owner reports commonly mention infotainment errors, blank screens, and frozen displays. Additional notes include backup camera problems tied to recalls, power drain, and start failures after remote start. CarEdge data shows 10-year maintenance costs at 12,955 dollars, which is 1,400 dollars below the luxury SUV average.

How does the 2025 Volvo XC60 stack up against competitors?

Since the 2021 refresh for the 2022 model year, the XC60 has ranked among stronger compact luxury SUVs in reliability per Consumer Reports. For 2025, it still trails the Porsche Macan, which tops the group with a strong above-average mark.

The 2025 Lexus NX, Lincoln Corsair, and Lexus NX Hybrid all score higher than the XC60. Even so, the XC60 edges out models like the Acura RDX and the latest BMW X3, both rated average. The Audi Q5 and Genesis GV70 rate below average, yet both beat the 2025 Cadillac XT5, which received the lowest score in the group.