How Much Can a 2026 Volvo XC60 Tow?

The 2026 Volvo XC60 can tow up to 3,483 lbs (1,580 kg) with a braked trailer. That rating holds across the entire lineup, from the B5 AWD mild hybrid to the T8 AWD plug-in hybrid and the Polestar Engineered model.

For a trailer without its own brakes, the limit is 1,653 lbs (750 kg). This guide breaks down both numbers, explains which one applies to your trailer and covers the power, cargo space and drive system that back up the XC60’s towing rating.

2026 Volvo XC60 Towing Specifications

Braked vs. Unbraked: Which Number Applies to You?

A braked trailer has its own brakes, which work together with the vehicle’s brakes when you slow down. Larger trailers usually have them. For a braked trailer, the XC60 is rated to tow up to 3,483 lbs (1,580 kg).

An unbraked trailer relies only on the tow vehicle to stop. Small utility trailers often fall into this group. For an unbraked trailer, the XC60’s limit is 1,653 lbs (750 kg).

To check your setup, look for the weight plate on your trailer and add the weight of everything you load onto it. If the total stays at or under the rating for your trailer type, the XC60 is rated to tow it.

The Same Rating on Every Powertrain

The 2026 XC60 keeps its towing story simple. The B5 AWD, the T8 AWD plug-in hybrid and the Polestar Engineered model all share the same 3,483 lbs (1,580 kg) braked rating and the same 1,653 lbs (750 kg) unbraked rating.

That means you can choose your XC60 based on how you drive every day, without giving up towing capacity.

Power and Torque for Pulling

Torque is what gets a loaded trailer rolling from a stop, and the XC60 has plenty of it.

• B5 AWD mild hybrid: a 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 247 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque
• T8 AWD plug-in hybrid: a 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine plus an electric motor for 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of combined torque
• Electric motor on the T8: 228 lb-ft of torque on tap from a standstill

Every XC60 uses an 8-speed automatic transmission. On the plug-in hybrid models, the electric motor’s instant torque helps the XC60 pull away smoothly with a trailer behind it.

All-Wheel Drive for Slippery Ramps

Wet boat launches, gravel campground roads and grassy fields all test traction. With all-wheel drive on every 2026 XC60, power goes to all four wheels, which helps the SUV pull a trailer up a slick surface without spinning its tires.

Ground clearance helps as well. The B5 AWD offers 209 mm (8.2 in), and the T8 and Polestar Engineered models offer 200 mm (7.9 in).

Room for Your Gear

Towing day usually means packing the cabin too. With the rear seats up, the 2026 XC60 offers up to 613 L of cargo space in the B5 AWD and 598 L in the plug-in hybrid models, measured to the roof. Fold the rear seats and that grows to 1,543 L in the B5 AWD and 1,528 L in the plug-in hybrids.

The max total weight listed in the specifications table covers the vehicle itself plus passengers and cargo. Keep that figure in mind when you pack a full cabin and hitch up a trailer on the same trip.

Which XC60 Powertrain Is Right for Towing?

Since every powertrain shares the same towing rating, the right choice depends on the rest of your driving.

The B5 AWD mild hybrid suits drivers who tow regularly over long distances and want a simple setup with no charging routine. It is rated at 9.0 L/100 km combined.

The T8 AWD plug-in hybrid suits drivers who tow on weekends and commute during the week. It offers up to 58 km of all-electric range for daily driving and reaches 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds.

The Polestar Engineered model shares the T8’s output and towing rating, and adds a dedicated Polestar Engineered chassis and standard Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity audio for drivers who want a sportier XC60.

Book Your XC60 Test Drive at Volvo Laval

The 2026 XC60 brings a 3,483 lbs (1,580 kg) braked towing rating, standard all-wheel drive and a choice of three powertrains. Book your test drive today at our Laval dealership, and the team at Volvo Laval will help you match the right XC60 to your trailer and your daily drive.