2020 Volvo V60 CC — Full Specifications
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The 2020 Volvo V60 CC is an estate/wagon powered by a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 30 mpg (UK) / 25 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Volvo V60 CC workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2020 Volvo V60 page for the base V60 listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Compared with the 2019 Volvo V60 CC: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 30 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It holds a 5★ overall NHTSA rating (none is on record for the 2019 model). EPA passenger volume changes from 92 to 94 cu ft.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Estate/Wagon |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 94 cu ft (2,662 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 29 cu ft (821 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 30 combined / 26 urban / 37 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 25 combined / 22 city / 31 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 220 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,300 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2020 Volvo V60 CC, all with the 2L 4-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 30 | 25 (22/31) | 220 | $3,300 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 94 cubic feet (about 2,662 litres) and luggage volume at 29 cubic feet (about 821 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2020 Volvo V60 CC
Running Costs: 2020 Volvo V60 CC
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2020 Volvo V60 CC at 30 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,212 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,300 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2020 Volvo V60 CC Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2020 Volvo V60 CC (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Steering (1), Electrical system (1), Forward collision avoidance (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Steering — campaign 23V001000, reported 5 January 2023. Risk: A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 21V414000, reported 2 June 2021. Risk: Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Forward collision avoidance — campaign 20V144000, reported 12 March 2020. Risk: If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Volvo V60 CC. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (4), Service brakes (4), Visibility/wiper (2).
Used-buyer checklist for the 2020 Volvo V60 CC
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign · 4 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Steering (1 recall campaign) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
- Driver-assist sensors (1 recall campaign) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
- Brakes (4 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Volvo V60 CC compare to similar estate/wagons? For context, estate/wagons in our database average around 34 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 30 mpg figure is 4 mpg below that average. Its 220 g/km CO₂ figure is 17 g/km higher than the 203 g/km average for estate/wagons on this site. This comparison is based on 194 estate/wagons in our dataset.
At 30 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 30 mpg average for Volvo models in our database. Its 220 g/km CO₂ figure is 12 g/km higher than the 208 g/km Volvo average.
Of the 7 Volvo V60 CC model years we cover, the 2020 ranks 2nd for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (30 mpg UK combined, against a high of 32 mpg). See every Volvo V60 CC year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2020 Volvo V60 CC have?
It's fitted with a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s8) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Volvo V60 CC?
The most efficient configuration returns around 30 mpg (UK) combined, or 25 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2020 Volvo V60 CC cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,300 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2020 Volvo V60 CC have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2020 Volvo V60 CC have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2020 Volvo V60 CC (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Steering (1), Electrical system (1), Forward collision avoidance (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2020 Volvo V60 CC?
Among the 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (4 complaints), Service brakes (4 complaints), Visibility/wiper (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2020 Volvo V60 CC have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 94 cubic feet (about 2,662 litres) and luggage volume at 29 cubic feet (about 821 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Volvo V60 CC's fuel economy good for an estate/wagon?
It returns around 30 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 34 mpg among the estate/wagons we track.