Towing features to check
Verify powertrain, hitch type, wiring harness, payload, and trailer brake requirements. Luxury crossovers often benefit from OEM-style or professional hitch installs.
Volvo XC60 Towing Capacity
Browse Volvo XC60 towing capacity by year, trim, engine, drivetrain, payload, and towing package.
Years covered
2015–2024
Year-specific pages included.
Max listed towing
3,500 lbs
Highest towing rating currently listed by Towlytics.
Vehicle type
Luxury Compact/Midsize SUV
Use payload and tongue weight to narrow the real-world setup.
Model overview
Volvo XC60 towing overview
The Volvo XC60 is best used for light-to-moderate towing such as small boats, utility trailers, cargo trailers, and compact recreational trailers when properly equipped.
Best trailer types
Best fits small utility trailers, light boats, personal watercraft, cargo trailers, and compact campers that stay below rating with a safety margin.
Volvo XC60 Towing FAQ
How much can the Volvo XC60 tow?
Towlytics lists the Volvo XC60 with a maximum towing capacity of up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped. Actual capacity depends on the exact trim, engine, drivetrain, payload, tow package, and trailer setup.
What should I check before buying towing parts?
Confirm the owner’s manual, hitch rating, trailer wiring, payload label, tongue weight, brake-controller requirements, and whether the vehicle has a factory towing package.
Can the Volvo XC60 tow a camper?
It may be able to tow a camper if the loaded camper weight, tongue weight, passengers, and cargo remain within the tow and payload ratings. Leave a safety margin instead of planning at the absolute maximum.
Trailer parts guide
Recommended Trailer Parts for the Volvo XC60
This luxury SUV profile favors clean, vehicle-specific fitment. OEM-style or concealed hitches and professional wiring are often worth considering.
Recommended profile: Clean-install SUV towing kit
1. Hitch Receiver
Vehicle-specific concealed or OEM-style receiver where available.
2. Trailer Wiring
Vehicle-specific wiring harness; 7-pin when trailer brakes or auxiliary power are needed.
3. Ball Mount
Low-profile fixed or adjustable ball mount selected to keep the trailer level.
4. Brake Controller
Needed when the trailer has electric brakes; confirm compatibility with factory electronics.
5. Sway Control
Consider for compact campers or taller enclosed trailers.
6. Useful Extras
Hitch cover, wiring dust cap, coupler lock, and professional install notes.
Best trailer types for the Volvo XC60
Small boats, utility trailers, compact campers, cargo trailers, and premium hitch-mounted accessories. The final answer depends on loaded trailer weight, tongue weight, passengers, cargo, drivetrain, tow package, and whether the trailer has brakes.
Volvo XC60 Year Pages
2015 Volvo XC602016 Volvo XC602017 Volvo XC602018 Volvo XC602019 Volvo XC602020 Volvo XC602021 Volvo XC602022 Volvo XC602023 Volvo XC602024 Volvo XC60
Latest Volvo XC60 Towing Capacity Snapshot
| Year | Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Max Towing | Payload | Tow Package |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | T6/T8/B6 | Turbo/Supercharged or PHEV | AWD | 3,500 lbs | 1,200 lbs | Tow equipped |
| 2024 | T5/B5 | Turbo I4 | FWD / AWD | 3,500 lbs | 1,200 lbs | Tow equipped |
| 2024 | T6/T8/B6 | Turbo/Supercharged or PHEV | AWD | 3,500 lbs | 1,200 lbs | Tow equipped |
Safety note: Towlytics towing data is a planning aid. Always verify the final rating against your owner’s manual, door-jamb label, hitch label, and manufacturer towing guide before towing.