Compare the 2019 Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum vs XC60 T6 R-Design

The 2019 model year marks one of the second-production entries of the XC60, a luxury compact crossover SUV from Swedish automaker Volvo. Thanks to a trio of trims with the R-Design, Inscription, and Momentum, as well as dual engine and powertrain choices, customers can choose from a vast range of possibilities. And the T5 Momentum and the T6 R-Design are two of such trim combinations.

Performance

The T5 Momentum gets its prefix from its “T5” engine, which is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder (I4) with 250 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. The T6 R-Design is also partly named after its “T6” engine, which combines two air compressors—a turbocharger and a supercharger—in a 2.0-liter I4 to produce 316 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Each engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. On the T5 Momentum, you can stick with a front-wheel drivetrain, which maximizes its combined fuel economy at 24 mpg, or opt for an all-wheel drivetrain for better traction performance. On the T6 R-Design, you will get a standard all-wheel-drive system, with no option to switch to front-wheel drive. As a result, your combined fuel economy will be reduced to 22 mpg.

Appearance

On the 2019 Volvo XC90, you can expect a black chrome-accented grille, LED headlights with auto-on/off and high-beam dimming abilities, a power moonroof, aluminum roof rails, black-finished power mirrors, a single chrome exhaust tip, auto-off rear fog lights, and a body-color rear spoiler among the T5 Momentum’s exterior features. At the T6 R-Design level, the XC90 is further enhanced with exterior features such as a silver finish (instead of black) and power-folding capability on the side mirrors, a sensor-activated power liftgate, LED fog lights in the front, a front and rear skid place to protect the undercarriage from less-than-smooth surfaces, and a dual exhaust tip. However, the T6 R-Design has black window trim, rather than the chrome that’s on the T5 Momentum.

Features

As a five-seater, the 2019 Volvo XC60 provides 102.9 cubic feet of passenger volume. It also provides 29.7 cubic feet of standard cargo space; folding down the rear seats maximizes cargo space at 63.3 cubic feet. On the T5 Momentum, expect leatherette seat covers, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and front seats with 10-way power adjustability. On the T6 R-Design, a 2-position memory system is added on the driver’s seat, and both seats get heating ability due to the trim’s standard all-wheel drivetrain. For comfort and convenience, the T5 Momentum provides features such as cruise control, keyless entry, push-button engine start, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth wireless technology, a Wi-Fi hotspot, Sensus Connect for infotainment integration, a 10-speaker 330-watt audio system, a USB port and an audio jack for connecting mobile devices, AM/FM radio, HD Radio, a touchscreen display with voice activation, SiriusXM Radio service, and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for smartphone integration. At the T6 R-Design level, XC60 also gets a navigation app, an active parking system, a universal home remote, proximity keyless access ability, SiriusXM Travel Link service, a memory card slot, and an upgrade of the audio system with a 13-speaker 600-watt one. For safety, the T5 Momentum comes with a rearview camera, six airbags, electronic vehicle stability control, traction control, an anti-lock braking system, hill assist control, hill descent control, pre-collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, lane keeping assist, and a theft-deterrent system. Added on the T6 R-Design are blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a front and rear parking sensor system.

Fired up about test-driving the T5 Momentum or the T6 R-Design version of the 2019 Volvo XC60? Call us today to set up an appointment at our dealership in Phoenix, Arizona. One of our Volvo specialists will walk you through the entire process of getting the XC60 that’s right for you.