Safety is a growing concern with today's car buyers, and Volvo has become a top choice among them. This shift can be seen by the growth in sales of new Volvo vehicles not only in the greater Burlingame, but across North America. The sale of Volvo vehicles has increased by 26.8% in the United States last month alone.
That 26.8% translates to a total of 6,145 new Volvo cars on the road last month in the US alone. The total number of new Volvo vehicles sold last month around the world is an impressive 35,864.
You may be wondering which Volvo models helped the company achieved such a rapid growth. We here at Volvo of Burlingame noticed that one vehicle in particular really grew throughout the year, the Volvo X60 crossover. The model boasted a 47% sales increase throughout the past 11 months of 2012. An impressive statistic.
To understand why this model had such a successful year, you can drop by our dealership for a test drive at 900 Peninsula Avenue Burlingame, CA 94010. You can even check out some other Volvo models like the S80 and XC90. Below we have also compiled a short list of features found on the X60 to give you some more insight into why it was such a hit in 2012.
Volvo XC60 At a Glance:
- Engine: In-line six cylinder
- Horsepower: Range from 240 to 325
- Torque: Ranged from 236 lb.-ft. to 354 lb.-ft.
- Transmission: Six-speed automatic
- Seating capacity: 5
- Cargo capacity: 67.4 cubic feet
- Three trims available: 3.2, T6 AWD and R-Design
- MSRP: Starting at 34,350 (plus $895 destination)