Volvo XC60 Wins Import SUV of the Year Award

Volvo XC60 has been presented the 'Import SUV of the Year Award' by Car India Awards 2011. The award was given to Paul de Voijs, Managing Director, Volvo Auto India. Powered by the high performance, latest generation D5 Twin-Turbo diesel engine, Volvo XC60 is the only SUV in its category to present innovative technology such as Laser Assisted Automatic Braking (City Safety), Turn with Steering Lights (Active Bending Lights), Haldex AWD (All Wheel Drive) with Instant Traction, Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept (FOUR-C) and Power Tailgate amongst others.

"We are proud that Volvo XC60 has been bestowed with the 'Import SUV of the Year Award' by this respectable group of jurors. This award befittingly acknowledges and recognizes our endeavour of bringing alive an SUV which is smart, stylish, technologically advanced and powerful. The Volvo XC60 has been received very well by customers and reviewers alike," said de Voijs. "This strengthens our foundation in India further and adds another chapter in Volvo Cars' India story." He added.

Launched in India in November, 2010, Volvo XC60 has been a great success globally and has won over 28 prestigious awards including – United States: International Truck of the Year; UK: SUV of the Year; Australia: Best SUV over $40,000; Germany: Paul Pietsch Award for City Safety; Germany: Autoflotte Award; France: Innovation for Safety Award; Russia:"Golden Klaxon", the best compact crossover; Portugal: Innovation & Technology Award; Malaysia: Car of the Year with special mention of safety award.

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Volvo XC60 Price Starts @ Rs. 39.5 Lakhs Launched in India

In the picturesque locale of Lavasa, Volvo Auto India today crafted a new definition of luxury by unveiling the much awaited Volvo XC60. With state-of-the-art technology, unmatched combination of power and style - the Volvo XC60 is all set to create a new benchmark in the compact luxury SUV segment in India.

Powered by the high performance latest generation D5 Twin-Turbo diesel engine, Volvo XC60 will be the only SUV in its category to offer unique features such as Laser Assisted Automatic Braking (City Safety), Turn with Steering Lights (Active Bending Lights), Haldex AWD (All Wheel Drive) with Instant Traction, Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept (FOUR-C) and Power Tailgate amongst others.

Speaking at the launch ceremony, Paul de Voijs, Managing Director, Volvo Auto India, said, "Volvo XC60 is a perfect embodiment of our brand's core attributes of safety, comfort, quality, Scandinavian design and innovation. Heart-stopping looks coupled with innovative technology and off-road capabilities, it is a perfect blend of style and practicality. We are confident that in India, Volvo XC60 will give us a competitive edge in its segment."

Priced at Rs. 39.5 Lakhs (Ex-showroom, Delhi) and Rs. 41.41 lakhs (Ex-Showroom, Mumbai, incl. Octroi), the Volvo XC60 will be retailed through Volvo's dealerships across the country starting November 2010.

"The pre-bookings of the first batch of XC60 bears testimony to the faith our customers have for the Volvo brand. The launch today further reinstates our commitment to provide best-in-class quality and technology to our customers in India", de Voijs further added. In India Volvo XC60 will be imported as CBU (Completely Built Units) from the company's manufacturing facility in Ghent, Belgium.

Globally Volvo XC60 has been a great success and has won over 22 coveted awards including – United States: International Truck of the Year; UK: SUV of the Year; Australia: Best SUV over $40,000; Germany: Paul Pietsch Award for City Safety; Germany: Autoflotte Award; France: Innovation for Safety Award; Russia:"Golden Klaxon", the best compact crossover; Portugal: Innovation & Technology Award; Malaysia: Car of the Year with special mention of safety award amongst others.

Volvo XC60 Price in India: Rs. 39.5 Lakhs (Ex-showroom, Delhi) and Rs. 41.41 lakhs (Ex-Showroom, Mumbai, incl. Octroi),

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Volvo India to Launch Volvo XC60 in India Soon

Volvo Auto India has firmed up plans for the launch of its latest offering VolvoXC60 in the fourth quarter of this year (November 24th, 2010). Volvo XC60 offers the discerning compact luxury SUV customer - technological innovations and modern Scandinavian design.

Beaming with pride, Paul de Voijs, Managing Director, Volvo Auto India said, "We believe in innovating for life and VolvoXC60 bears testimony to our Text Box: Test the city safety yourself - http://www.volvocars.com/us/all-cars/volvo-xc60/pages/5-things.aspx 360 degree view of VolvoXC60 - to establish the differentiators in one's offering, the XC60 will not only redefine our technological DNA, but will also form an integral part of our volume expansion strategy for India going forward."

"With the new compact luxury SUV, we will expand our offerings to the Indian customers. XC60's technological innovations such as Laser and Camera assisted Automatic Braking (City Safety) will raise the bar in compact luxury SUV segment. Imagine a car that uses laser and camera technology automatically to mitigate a collision if the driver does not respond in time." de Voijs added.

Volvo XC60 will mark the Swedish car company's foray into the compact luxury SUV segment, enhancing the brand's established reputation for safety, while adding on to the elements of fun and comfort. VolvoXC60 owes its unique appeal to the synthesis of strikingly sporty design and a range of intelligent & smart safety systems.

Source: Volvo India