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2017 Volvo S60

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2017 T5 Dynamic 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Sedan
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Price:   -  From $33,950
2017 T5 Dynamic 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $35,950
2017 T6 R-Design Platinum 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $47,400
2017 Polestar 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $60,000

Overview

The Volvo S60 is the smallest sedan currently offered by this Swedish automaker. It is an entry-level premium sedan and an alternative to pricier models from BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz. Volvo’s reputation for safety and minimalism is evident here.

The S60 line is represented by the standard wheelbase model in T5, T6, T6 AWD and Polestar editions. A stretched wheelbase Inscription and a Cross Country line with a higher ground clearance are marketed separately.

What's New for 2017

For 2017, the Volvo S60 returns largely unchanged. Under the hood, however, you’ll find a pair of 2-liter four-cylinder engines. The first engine is turbocharged. The second engine is turbocharged and supercharged. Gone are the previously available five- and six-cylinder engines.

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Choosing Your Volvo S60

Your first step in outfitting your S60 begins with your engine choice. An eight-speed automatic is standard across the model line. Both T5 models are powered by the 2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine making 240 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Choose front-wheel drive and your S60 makes an EPA-estimated 25 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. All-wheel drive models are rated at 23 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.

The T6 model is an all-wheel drive only model. It is powered by a 2-liter supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder engine making 302 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. This model makes 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway.

The Polestar edition features the same engine as the T6, but with some important changes evident, including a larger turbo, dedicated connecting rods, a larger intake, and a higher capacity fuel pump. This model makes 362 horsepower and 347 pound-feet of torque. The Polestar makes an EPA-estimated 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

Depending on the sub-model chosen you’ll also find various package upgrades available, including the BLIS safety suite, climate, vision, technology, navigation and audio, and sport.

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T5

Volvo prices the 2017 S60 T5 from $34,945 (destination included). Standard equipment includes 18-inch black alloy wheels, milled aluminum inlays, electronic climate control, power glass moonroof, Bluetooth connectivity, and HD radio. Add a $1,950 vision package and your model is equipped with a rearview camera, keyless drive, blind spot information and rear cross traffic alert, and rear park assist sensors.

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T5 AWD

Volvo prices the 2017 S60 T5 AWD from $36,945 (destination included). This model includes the standard T5 items and adds all-wheel drive.

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T6 AWD

Volvo prices the 2017 S60 T6 from $47,400 (destination included). Besides the more powerful supercharged and turbocharged engine, this model brings in such R-Design elements as sport leather and perforated leather seats. You’ll also find special inlays, an R-Design steering wheel and gearshift knob, and 19-inch Ixion alloy wheels. A $925 BLIS package brings in blind spot information and cross traffic alert, front and rear park assist, and lane change merge aid. A climate package ($1,550) brings in heated seats, a heated windshield, and a heated steering wheel.

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Polestar

Volvo prices the 2017 S60 Polestar from $60,995 (destination included). Volvo acquired Polestar in 2015, the Swedish car-tuning specialist and Volvo partner since 1996. The limited edition S60 Polestar offers exclusive 20-inch Polestar alloy wheels set within performance tires along with special exterior styling, sport seats, a sport steering wheel, and a Polestar gearshift knob.

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You’ll find competitive value in the 2017 Volvo S60. The T6 offers the best combination of equipment, performance, and handling, with well-equipped models coming in for just under $50,000.

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Since arriving in its current form in 2011, Volvo has made a few significant changes to its S60 sedan (not to mention its wagon-bodied twin, the V60 [listed separately]), including a lifted Cross Country variant (also listed separately) and the elimination of the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine in 2017. But these changes and Volvo's penchant for building very safe vehicles hasn't helped the brand steal consumers away from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Lexus.

Could the handful of changes coming to the 2017 S60 put it Volvo's most affordable four-door in a position to challenge the the 3-Series and C-Class sedans of the world? Continue reading to find out.

Pricing and Equipment

As with all Volvos, the 2017 S60 caters to a premium crowd. So, while it’s MSRP ranges from $34,945 to $60,995 (including $995 destination charge), most buyers will find themselves most comfortable in the middle-of-the-pack $41,795 T5 Inscription Platinum trim. This trim comes standard with:

  • Twelve-speaker audio Harman Kardon
  • Adaptive xenon headlights
  • Wood interior trim
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Rear window sunshades
  • Power front seats
  • Navigation
  • Rearview camera
  • Additional sound deadening material
  • Extended wheelbase

For buyers who live in cooler climates, the Climate Pack adds heated rear seats, steering wheel, windshield, and washer nozzles for $1,300. Rear-seat passengers can enjoy the dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system for $2,170. Other options include the Blind Spot Information System Package for $925, heated front seats for $500, and Park Assist Pilot for $500.

Standard in all T5 models is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that comes with a respectable 240 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. On the T6 models, Volvo uses a twincharged – that's a turbocharger and a supercharger – 2.0-liter with 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are available with front- or all-wheel drive, and they both come with an eight-speed automatic transmission. And if you go really mad, the S60 Polestar model takes the T6 powertrain and boosts it to a heady 362 hp and 347 lb-ft of torque.

Performance Pros

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  • 302-hp T6 unit is noticeably more potent than the base engine
  • The S60 Polestar is probably the most dynamic Volvo on the market.
  • Good handling and steering feel, regardless of trim.
  • The upgraded chassis on the R-Design delivers a noticeable difference in the corners.

Performance Cons

  • Base four-cylinder engine lacks refinement.
  • Options are limited to just two engines.
  • Eight-speed transmission doesn’t feel the part of an upscale unit.
  • The S60 Polestar's 362 hp sounds like a lot, but a BMW M3 is much more powerful for only a

Interior Pros

  • Simple, well-put-together cabin.
  • High-resolution virtual gauge cluster is clear and easy-to-read.
  • Amazingly comfortable front seats.
  • Plenty of room for taller adults.
  • The Inscription's slightly longer wheelbase gives it almost 37 inches of second-row legroom.

Interior Cons

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  • Some premium-car shoppers (particularly the younger crowd) may find the interior a little boring.
  • A good bit of engine noise enters the cabin in the T5 models.
  • Standard-wheelbase sedan lacks in leg room next to its competitors.

The Most Pleasant Surprise

Many manufacturers have packages like the R-Design, but they are little more than lip service. On the Volvo S60, however, this package delivers on its promises of a tighter ride, better responsiveness, and improved braking. Sure, it’s no track monster, but it’s a marked improvement over the other trims.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

Unrefined powertrains really have no place in the luxury car realm, and the S60’s T5 unit needs some work. It’s simply too buzzy, and its automatic start/stop system is too rough for a luxury sedan.

The Bottom Line

Volvo is built on one primary foundation: safety. The S60 easily fulfills that mission with its Top Safety Pick Plus rating from the IIHS, and it has shown steady improvements in the other departments. However, it still falls short in some areas discerning luxury car buyers won't overlook, namely engine noise, harshness, and style.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 2.0L I-4 / 240 HP / 258 ft.lbs.
Available: 2.0L I-4 / 240 HP / 295 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: Geartronic 8-spd Geartronic w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
25 / 36 / 30 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 2.0L I-4 / 240 HP / 258 ft.lbs.
Available: 2.0L I-4 / 240 HP / 295 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
25 / 36 / 30 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
17.8 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$68
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
12.0 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
93 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
182.5 "
Exterior Width
73.4 "
Exterior Height
58.4 "
Front Headroom
38.6 "
Rear Headroom
37.6 "
Front Legroom
41.9 "
Rear Legroom
33.5 "
Front Shoulder Room
57.0 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.2 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,619 Lbs.
Wheel Base
109 "
Turning Radius
19.5 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
18.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 19.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Surround
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Leather
Front Seat Type
Sport Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
8-way
Front Armrests
(8-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center With Pass-thru
Rear Seats
60-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Sensus Connect Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Clock, Seek-scan / Clock / Sensus Connect Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
8 / 12 Harman/kardon
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Express Open/close
Rearview Mirror
Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Passenger Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Sips Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Sips Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front And Rear
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
City Safety Forward Collision Mitigation / Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Driver Attention
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors
Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
48 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
144 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months

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