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Volvo XC60 (LHD) 2009 On ANCAP Crash Test


Volvo XC60 (LHD) from 2009 ANCAP Crash Test

Volvo XC60 (LHD) 2009 On ANCAP Crash Test
Occupant Protection Score
36.53 out of 37
Pedestrian Protection Rating
17.27 out of 36
MakeVolvo
ModelXC60 (LHD) 2009 On
CategoryLuxury SUV
Body TypeSUV
Tested Vehicles Built2009
Airbags (if supplied)Front + side + head airbags
Engine size2.4 L
Kerb Weight1850 kg
Test Date1 February 2009
Tested ByEuro NCAP

Important note: The diesel left-hand-drive European model was tested by Euro NCAP. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page.

Model History and Safety Features

The tested model of Volvo XC60 was introduced in Australia in March 2009.

Dual front airbags, side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard equipment. Antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD), emergency brake assist and electronic stability control (ESC) are also standard. Intelligent seat belt reminders are fitted all seats. City Safety - an advanced collision avoidance system - is standard. Several other advanced safety features are available.

The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pretensioners are fitted to all seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point (lap) seat belt.

OCCUPANT PROTECTION: 5 Stars

The XC60 scored 15.53 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape extremely well. The was a slight risk of serious chest and leg injury for the driver.

The vehicle scored 16 out of 16 in the side impact crash test. A further two points were earned in the optional pole test.

FRONTAL OFFSET CRASH TEST (v4.2)

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head/neck 4 pts, chest 3.70 pts, upper legs 4 pts, lower legs 3.82 pts.

The passenger compartment held its shape extremely well in the offset crash test. The brake pedal moved rearwards by 9 mm. The throttle pedal moved upwards 9 mm. The steering wheel hub moved 29mm forward, 5mm downward and 7 mm sideways. The front ("A") pillar moved 3 mm rearwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash all doors could be opened with normal effort.

The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. There were no knee hazards. The passenger's head was cushioned by the airbag.

SIDE IMPACT CRASH TEST (v4.2)

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head 4 pts, chest 4 pts, abdomen 4 pts, pelvis 4 pts.

The vehicle was eligible for an optional pole impact test, since it had head-protecting side airbags and it was within reach of a 5 star rating. The manufacturer decided to go ahead with the pole test and the vehicle earned a further two points.

PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION: 2 Stars

Modifiers - Offset test scores

Head- No deduction
Chest- No deduction
Upper legVariable & conc. loading - No deduction
Lower leg- No deduction
Foot score- Score 4 points
Note:

Steering column and pedal movements are measured relative to the driver's seat.



Injury Measurements

Refer to the information sheet "How the tests are done"

Offset Crash Test
at 64 km/h
(v4.1)

Side Impact
Crash at
50 km/h
(v4.1)
 

Driver

Passenger

Driver

Head

HIC36725839
Head Injury Criterion (HIC) is a measure of the potential for head injury. At a HIC of 1000 one in 6 adults will suffer from life-threatening injury to their brain.

Neck

Chest

Compression (mm)24.0820.3912.75
Viscous Criterion (m/s)0.100.080.03
Chest compression of 75 or more, or chest acceleration of 90 or more indicates poor protection from serious chest injury.

Abdomen

Force (kN)  0.360

Pelvis

Force (kN)  0.640

Upper Legs

Force Left (kN)0.062.15 
Force Right (kN)0.230.10 
Knee Disp. Left (mm)0.000.00 
Knee Disp. Right (mm)0.000.00 
An upper leg axial force of 10.9 or more indicates poor protection from serious upper leg (femur) injury.

Lower Legs

Force Left (kN)2.101.64 
Force Right (kN)1.551.60 
Index (upper/lower) Left0.32/0.270.43/0.34 
Index (upper/lower) Right0.44/0.230.4/0.12 
A lower leg index of 1.2 or more indicates poor protection from serious lower leg (tibia) injury.

Bonus points (maximum 5):

Pole test:2 pointsSeat belt reminders:3 points

Pedestrian rating

Child head impacts8Upper leg impacts0
Adult head impacts3.27Lower leg impacts6
Total17.27 out of 36 
17.27 out of 36

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