Used 2021 Volvo XC60 for Sale nearMarkham, ON

How much does the 2021 Volvo XC60 cost?

Prices have softened 20.34% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 136 listings available, which suggests you have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2021 Volvo XC60 a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Volvo XC60 earns a 4.5/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its luxurious comfort, great safety features, intuitive technology, and smooth driving experience. The XC60 also fits well if you want a premium daily driver with a distinctive Scandinavian design and a practical midsize crossover footprint.

With 32.4% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is still enough market opportunity to shop selectively.

Is the 2021 Volvo XC60 reliable?

Owners rate it 4.5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to a dependable ownership experience, with owners highlighting luxurious comfort, great safety features, intuitive technology, and a smooth driving experience. The expert assessment also describes the XC60 as solid and secure on the road, with a cabin that stays serenely quiet and a suspension that smooths out bumps.

Volvo’s safety-first engineering and the model’s strong owner satisfaction suggest manageable long-term ownership risk for used buyers, especially if you prioritise comfort and confidence over flash.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Volvo XC60?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base T5 Momentum gives you the core XC60 experience, while higher trims add more luxury and equipment. The content also notes that top trim levels can wear up to 22-inch alloy wheels.
• Powertrain: You get a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission. T5 models make 250 horsepower, T6 models make 316 hp, and T8 plug-in hybrid models add electric driving capability for limited distances.
• Safety package: Volvo’s standard safety suite includes blind-spot monitoring with steering assist, rear cross-traffic alert with automatic emergency braking, collision avoidance, lane-keeping aid, lane-departure warning, run-off road protection, run-off road mitigation, and more. Pilot Assist is available, and it combines adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping assist.
• Infotainment: The XC60 uses Volvo’s Sensus system with a 9-inch portrait-style touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are built in, and the interface can take some getting used to.
• Fuel efficiency: Natural Resources Canada figures range from 11.1 L/100 km city, 8.3 L/100 km highway, and 9.9 L/100 km combined for the T5, to 9.3 L/100 km combined for the T8 PHEV and 4.0 Le/100 km combined in electric-only mode.

Which 2021 Volvo XC60 trim should I buy?

The 2021 Volvo XC60 is offered in 6 trim levels: T5 Momentum, T6 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T8 eAWD Inscription Expression, T8 eAWD R-Design, T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered.

Here's the short version:

• T5 Momentum: This is the entry point and the best-value choice if you want the XC60’s core luxury, safety, and design without paying for the pricier powertrains or trim upgrades.
• T6 R-Design: This trim adds the stronger T6 powertrain and a sportier presentation, making it a good fit if you want more performance and a more expressive look.
• T6 Inscription: Choose this if you want the T6 powertrain with a more upscale, comfort-focused feel.
• T8 eAWD Inscription Expression: This is the plug-in hybrid entry point, and it suits you if you want electric-only driving capability and strong efficiency without going all the way to the top of the range.
• T8 eAWD R-Design: This is the plug-in hybrid choice for buyers who want the T8 powertrain with a sportier trim character.
• T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered: This is the most potent and most expensive version, aimed at buyers who want the top performance-oriented XC60 experience.

The XC60’s safety equipment is extensive across the range, and Pilot Assist is available.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Volvo XC60?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so it makes sense to compare listings carefully and move quickly on strong examples.

• Deal availability: 32.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 136 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 20.34% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $29,229 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Volvo XC60's resale value?

The current average of $29,291 CAD sits slightly below last year's $36,769 CAD.

That price drop suggests the XC60 has become more accessible for used buyers, which can help demand stay healthy in the near term. For a future seller, the current market also means you may need to price competitively if you want to stand out.

The model’s strong safety reputation and solid owner satisfaction should help support resale interest over time, especially among buyers shopping for a premium daily driver.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Volvo XC60 safe?

The 2021 Volvo XC60 was awarded a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and the XC60 T5 AWD and XC60 T6 AWD received five-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes LED headlights, blind-spot monitoring with steering assist, rear cross-traffic alert with automatic emergency braking, collision avoidance, low- and high-speed collision mitigation, vehicle/cyclist/large animal detection, driver alert control, run-off road protection, run-off road mitigation, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping aid, oncoming mitigation, front, side, and curtain airbags with a driver-side knee airbag, whiplash protection in the front seats, slippery road/hazard light alert, a rear park assist camera, and power child locks on the rear doors.

Pilot Assist is available, and it combines adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping assist to help maintain speed and position. Volvo also limits the XC60’s top speed to 180 kilometres per hour as part of its safety philosophy.

Should I buy a 2021 Volvo XC60 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 32.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 20.34% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It combines luxury-level appointments, exceptional safety features, and a lusty powertrain.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $34,090 CAD, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $29,291 CAD average.
• It adds new mild-hybrid powertrains and an Android-based infotainment system.

The bottom line: The 2021 is the better value if you want the classic XC60 formula at a lower price, especially with strong safety and owner satisfaction. If you want newer tech and are willing to pay more, the 2022 is the better upgrade path.

How does the 2021 Volvo XC60 compare to the 2021 BMW X3?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.