How much is a 2018 Volvo XC60Plug-in Hybrid worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Volvo XC60Plug-in Hybrid on the Irish used-car market is around €29,800, based on 5 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Volvo XC60 depreciate per year?

A Volvo XC60 loses roughly 11.1% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Volvo XC60 from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Volvo XC60Plug-in Hybrid?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Volvo XC60Plug-in Hybrid using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Volvo XC602018

Plug-in Hybrid

€29,864ROI listing median

28 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€24k – €36k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 7h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€29,800

private sale ~€26,486 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€16,644 – €20,210

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

130k km

typical 112k km

Days listed

28d

avg on market · demand 46/100

AI Market Summary

Strong hybrid powertrain cuts fuel costs and emissions; excellent choice for Irish commuters doing 15k–20k km/year avoiding city congestion charges.
Priced fairly at €29,800 median; solid value against rivals, though battery replacement cost (€8k–€12k) should factor into long-term ownership budget.
Battery capacity fades 5–10% by now; check charging port function before purchase—failed ports cost €600–€1,200 to replace. Gearbox can stutter between electric/petrol at low speeds; test drive confirms smoothness.
Request full service history and latest battery health diagnostic from dealer; confirm no outstanding recalls (4 on record for this generation).

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Total cost of ownership

2018 Volvo XC60 · Plug-in Hybrid · per year

Estimated annual cost

€6,091/yr

Per month

€508/mo

Depreciation

€3,308

54% of total

Fuel / electricity

€1,530

25% of total

Maintenance

€850

14% of total

Road tax

€170

3% of total

Charger (annualised)

€233

4% of total

Assumptions: Depreciation based on €29,800 current market median at 11.1%/yr (regression from 5 listings across multiple years). Fuel cost assumes 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average), Irish fuel prices. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (NEDC regime). Maintenance is an AI estimate based on typical independent garage rates for this model. Home charger cost (€700 typical after SEAI grant) annualised over 3 years.

Annual running cost

16,000 km/yr · Ireland rates

Volvo XC60 2018, all powertrain variants

Market-level estimate

All available fuel types sorted cheapest to run · WLTP figures where available · current market highlighted

Plug-in HybridPlugin_hybridthis marketcheapest to run+ charger needed

−29%€1,700/yr

45% electric (20.0 kWh) + 55% petrol (7.3 L/100 km)

Fuel €1,530/yrRoad tax €170/yr

median €29,800

DieselDiesel

€2,406/yr

5.7 L/100 km, diesel

Fuel €2,006/yrRoad tax €400/yr

median €24,950

Assumptions: 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average). Fuel: petrol €2.00/L, diesel €2.20/L. EV: smart-night €0.17/kWh (80%), day €0.30/kWh (20%). PHEV split: 45% electric, 55% petrol. WLTP consumption figures used where available; real-world usage is typically 10-20% higher. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (NEDC regime, 2008-2020 registrations).

Home EV charger setup

The smart-night savings above require a home charger. Without one, you'll charge on public networks at significantly higher rates.

Installed cost

€800 – €1,500

7 kW charger + installation

SEAI grant

−€300

You pay €500 – €1,200 after grant

Public charging

€0.41 – €0.60/kWh

ecar.ie · ESB eCars network

Annual maintenance

AI estimate · Irish independent garage rates

Maintenance costs

€850

estimated per year

2018 T8 PHEV servicing is complex and labour-intensive; independent specialists familiar with Volvo hybrid systems are essential to avoid main-dealer markups (which can exceed €150/hour). Battery health monitoring is critical; degradation accelerates if regularly deep-cycled without full recharging. If used predominantly in petrol mode (not regularly charged), expect fuel economy of 8–9 L/100km and no financial benefit over equivalent petrol XC60.

Annual service (hybrid)0W-30 synthetic oil (5–6 litres), cabin filter, hybrid system fluid top-up; more complex diagnostics than petrol due to dual powertrain

€280/yr

Battery health diagnosticAnnual high-voltage battery capacity test and BMS software scan; early detection of degradation

€120/yr

Tyres (amortised)Michelin or equivalent premium all-season; SUV spec, higher wear due to weight

€180/yr

Brakes (amortised)Extended pad life due to regenerative braking; rotors rarely need replacement before 100k km

€120/yr

NCT (amortised)€55 per test, every 2 years; hybrid systems add complexity to emissions testing

€28/yr

Consumables and fluid top-upsCoolant, brake fluid, windscreen washer; hybrid cooling system requires specialist attention

€142/yr

AI-generated estimate · costs vary by usage and service history · not a financial forecast