Volvo V60 Towing Capacity (by Engine & Year)
TL;DR
U.S.-market V60 wagons are not factory-fitted with a tow package, and the one verified spec sheet (2019 T5 FWD) caps out at 1,650 lb (748 kg). European/global market estates with a tow bar are reported elsewhere at up to about 1,800-2,000 kg, but confirm your own car's number before you hook up anything.
Why there is no single headline number
The Volvo V60 was sold worldwide across two generations (2010-2018 and 2018-present) with very different engine and drivetrain lineups depending on the market: turbo/supercharged petrol (T5, T6, T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid) and diesel (D3, D4) options in Europe, versus a narrower T5/T6 petrol lineup in the United States. Towing capacity depends on the engine, whether the car is front- or all-wheel drive, and - critically - whether a factory tow bar/tow package was ordered. Many U.S.-market V60s were never offered with a tow package at all, which caps the rating far below what an equivalent European estate can pull.
What we could verify
A U.S. dealer specification sheet for the 2019 Volvo V60 T5 FWD Momentum lists a maximum trailer weight of 1,650 lb (748 kg) for both a dead-weight (bumper-pull) hitch and a weight-distributing hitch. That is the only figure in this research that came from a manufacturer-sourced spec database rather than a general aggregator, so treat it as the reliable anchor point for a base U.S. V60.
What is reported but not independently confirmed
Aggregated third-party spec sites report Volvo V60 braked towing figures in a wide band, generally around 1,800 kg for older (2011-2018) models and up to roughly 1,800-2,000 kg (about 3,970-4,410 lb) for tow-bar-equipped second-generation (2018-present) D4 and T6 AWD estates sold in Europe and Australia. These sources disagreed with each other on exact figures for specific years, so treat the range as directional, not precise, until you check your own market's Volvo towing guide.
Data table
| Generation / years | Engine and configuration | Max towing (lb / kg) |
|---|---|---|
| First generation (2011-2018) | Global-market D3/D4/T5/T6, factory tow bar where offered | Approx. 3,970 lb / 1,800 kg (single-source estimate, not independently confirmed - verify locally) |
| Second generation (2019-present) | U.S.-spec T5 FWD Momentum, no factory tow package | 1,650 lb / 748 kg (verified dealer spec) |
| Second generation (2019-present) | U.S.-spec T6 AWD (Momentum/R-Design/Inscription) | Not independently verified in this research - likely close to the T5 figure absent a factory tow package; confirm on your door placard |
| Second generation (2018-present) | European/global-market D4 or T6 AWD estate with optional tow bar | Reported by aggregators at up to approx. 3,970-4,410 lb / 1,800-2,000 kg (unverified, varies by market) |
| All generations, unbraked trailer | Trailer with no independent brakes (where that legal category applies) | Commonly capped around 1,650 lb / 750 kg in markets that use this classification |
Find the number that applies to your car
Because the V60 was not consistently sold with a factory tow package, the only number that matters is the one specific to your VIN. Check, in order of authority:
- The tow rating placard or supplemental label near the driver door jamb, if your car was factory-equipped with a tow bar
- The owner's manual section on towing and trailer loading, which lists the exact figure for your engine and drivetrain
- The tire and loading information label (driver door jamb) for gross vehicle weight and axle limits that also constrain what you can safely tow
- Your local Volvo importer's official towing guide or a dealer, especially if you are outside the United States
Practical notes
Tongue weight (the downward force the trailer places on the hitch) is generally recommended at 10-15 percent of the actual loaded trailer weight, but Volvo does not appear to publish one single tongue-weight figure across the lineup in the sources checked - use your specific trailer's loaded weight and hitch class rating rather than assuming a number.
Summary
| Verified U.S. figure (2019 T5 FWD) | 1,650 lb / 748 kg |
|---|---|
| First-gen estimate (2011-2018, unverified) | approx. 3,970 lb / 1,800 kg |
| European/global tow-bar estate (unverified) | approx. 3,970-4,410 lb / 1,800-2,000 kg |
| Unbraked trailer cap (where applicable) | approx. 1,650 lb / 750 kg |
| Factory tow package in U.S. | not standard on most trims - verify per VIN |
| Authoritative source | door placard, owner's manual, or local Volvo towing guide |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Volvo V60: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum towing capacity of a Volvo V60?
There is no single figure for the whole model line. The only manufacturer-sourced number found in this research is 1,650 lb (748 kg) for a 2019 U.S.-spec V60 T5 FWD Momentum. European and Australian market estates with an optional tow bar are reported elsewhere at up to roughly 1,800-2,000 kg (about 3,970-4,410 lb), but that figure was not independently confirmed, so check your own car's placard or manual.
Does the Volvo V60 come with a factory tow package in the United States?
Many U.S.-market V60s were not offered with a factory tow package at all, which is why the verified U.S. spec sheet caps the rating at 1,650 lb. If your specific car does have a tow bar and wiring installed from the factory, there will be a supplemental rating label near the driver door confirming a higher figure for your configuration.
Where do I find the exact towing capacity for my specific V60?
Check the tow rating placard near the driver's door jamb (if a tow bar was factory-installed), the towing and trailer loading section of your owner's manual, and the tire and loading information label for gross vehicle weight limits. These are specific to your VIN, engine, and drivetrain and override any general figure quoted online.
Is the towing capacity different between T5, T6, and T8 V60 models?
Yes, in general all-wheel-drive and higher-output engines can support higher tow ratings where a tow package is offered, but exact numbers vary by market and were not all independently verifiable in this research. Confirm the figure for your specific engine and drivetrain combination using your owner's manual rather than assuming it scales directly with horsepower.