Average Reliability

2017 Volvo XC60 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

1st Generation (P3) · 2.0L Drive-E T5 FWD 240hp / 2.0L Drive-E T6 AWD 302hp · $10,000 - $16,000

Known Issues — 2017 Volvo XC60

CRITICAL

Automatic transmission torque converter shudder

MODERATE

Sunroof water leak from blocked drain tubes

MODERATE

Power steering pump noise

MODERATE

Infotainment display dimming

MODERATE

Rear differential seal leak on AWD models

MINOR

Door weather strip separation on high-mileage cars

What to Inspect

  • Test automatic transmission for shudder at speed
  • Inspect sunroof drainage channel for blockage
  • Listen for power steering pump whine
  • Test infotainment display brightness
  • Check rear differential for oil seepage
  • Inspect door weather strips for separation

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil change (synthetic)every 7,500 miles$100-$140
Spark plugsevery 45,000 miles$180-$280
Transmission fluid serviceevery 40,000 miles$200-$350
Brake fluid flushevery 2 years$100-$150
Coolant flushevery 60,000 miles$150-$200
Rear differential fluidevery 40,000 miles$120-$180

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