2022 Volvo XC60 B5P R-Design ? Subtle Swagger with Swedish Substance In a sea of aggressive, chrome-laden SUVs, the 2022 Volvo XC60 B5P R-Design quietly asserts itself with a different kind of confidence. Clad in sportier trim, with gloss black accents, a tauter stance, and those signature Thor?s Hammer LEDs, the R-Design model has just enough visual muscle without losing its trademark Scandinavian restraint. Under the bonnet lies Volvo?s 2.0-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine pushing out 250hp to all four wheels via an 8-speed Geartronic auto. It?s not blisteringly quick, but performance is smooth and linear?more about refined surge than redline drama. The 48V mild-hybrid system assists subtly, improving efficiency and aiding stop-start transitions, though don?t expect huge fuel savings. Inside, it?s pure Volvo: minimalist, elegant, and supremely comfortable. The R-Design treatment brings contoured seats, metal mesh trim, and a sportier steering wheel, while the portrait-style infotainment system?though a touch fiddly at times?remains crisp and well-integrated with smartphone tech. On the move, the XC60 delivers the sort of composed, grown-up driving experience that?s easy to live with. The ride is firmed up in R-Design spec but never harsh, and the all-wheel-drive system lends it confidence in all conditions, even if it?s more comfort cruiser than canyon carver. It might not be the flashiest SUV in its class, but the XC60 B5P is a deeply likeable all-rounder. For those after Scandinavian style, sensible performance, and a healthy dose of everyday usability, it?s a package that speaks softly?but carries itself with quiet authority.