The Volvo XC60 R-Design gives this already sporty crossover ATTITUDE.  Something I believe was needed and I’m so glad they put it out YEAR 1.

On the outside it is easy to recognize those typical R-Design attributes: door mirror housings, trim moldings and decorative  trim in matte silk metal finish, skid-plates and twin chrome tailpipes. The five-spoke Cratus aluminum wheels are also unique for the R-Design models. In standard form they measure 18 inches but there is also the option of a stunning 20-inch. This dimension is new to the Volvo XC60 and is only available with the R-Design pack.

Another new feature is that the lower section of the car is now color-matched to the rest of the body on the XC60 R-Design, instead of the matte black execution of the standard model. This creates the impression that the car sits closer to the ground and gives it a more dynamic look – even though ground clearance remains unchanged.

Volvo XC60 R-Design – An overview

Exterior:

• Grille in silk metal finish with R-Design badge
• Front fog lamp decor in silk metal finish
• Door mirror housings in silk metal finish
• Five-spoke 18-inch aluminum wheels – (20 inch optional)
• Sill moldings in aluminum look
• Twin chromed tailpipes
• Color-matched lower body moldings.
• Chrome-plated rear skid-plate with black mesh
• Sport chassis
• 7 body colors to choose between including the R-Design unique color Passion red

Interior:

• Sport seats for great cornering support and comfort
• Unique upholstery in smooth leather with a choice of two color combination: off-black with soft beige inserts or vice versa
• Embossed R-Design emblem in the front backrests.
• Watch Dial instrument with blue gauges, unique to the R-Design model
• R-Design sports steering wheel trimmed in perforated leather
• Sports pedals in aluminum
• R-Design center stack trim with a unique decor pattern
• Gear selector trimmed with perforated leather
• Off-black sports mats

R-Design a success for Volvo Cars

R-Design was launched in 2007 to satisfy the immense interest among younger car buyers, in particular, who want to equip their cars with sporty, personalised options. With R-Design, they got access to tastefully composed options packages featuring exclusive design details and thrilling sport chassis.

Today R-Design is found across almost the entire Volvo product range in the C30, S40, V50, S80, V70, XC60 and XC90 models.