Of course, that comes as no surprise.
For as long as most of us can remember, Volvos have always been known as a "safe bet." After all, we can credit them with the three-point seat belt (1959) -- which they purposely did not patent, the rear-facing child seat (1972), side curtain airbags (1998), and blind spot information system (2003), just to name a few. So it comes as no surprise that the latest Volvo best-seller checks all of the boxes and then some when it comes to safety. We might even go so far as to argue that it's the safest mass-produced car in history.
So what about the XC60 is going to attract the safety-conscious consumer? For one, it has Volvo's blind spot information system, cross traffic alert, lane-keeping aid, auto high beams, a 360 view camera, and park assist pilot. Then there's pilot assist -- a rush-hour commuter's dream. Essentially, all of the vehicle's radar systems work together at both high and low speeds to essentially drive itself, but there's a catch. The driver must keep their hands on the wheel at all times, and the road markings must be clearly visible. The system is also limited in how much throttle and steering it can input, but it's adequate enough to keep you lazily engrossed in whatever radio program you're tuned to.
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Naturally, the XC60 comes with all of the Volvo safety staples like side curtain airbags, crumple zones, and -- of course -- three-point seat belts. What's more is that it all comes in a handsome, athletic package. Should you feel less risk-adverse, a lineup of all aluminum-forced induction engines can throw you back in your seat -- a beautifully tailored heated and cooled seat, that is.
Between the weather and the traffic, could the XC60 be perfect for I-70? That's up to you! What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!
