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2023 Volvo S60 review

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Pros

  • Google Assistant infotainment interface
  • Comfortable, quiet interior
  • Capable all-wheel-drive system

Cons

  • Less trunk space than competing models
  • Understated looks may not be appealing

Mileage (EPA estimate)

25 city, 33 highway, 28 combined

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2023 Volvo S60: Performance and comfort in an attractive package

The Volvo S60 is a compact luxury sport sedan comparable to other European offerings such as the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The S60 brings a clean Scandinavian design, functional and comfortable interior, and a well-established front- or all-wheel drive to the market. Every S60 is made in South Carolina for the U.S. and world markets.

Although the S60 has been around since 2000, the current generation was introduced for the 2019 model year, so it’s still relatively fresh. Changes for 2023 are minimal, with new USB-C ports replacing the older USB-A style.

The standard S60 features a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with a mild hybrid system. This just means that there’s an electric motor that helps the gas engine when needed. You don’t need to do anything differently to use it. All S60 models come with an automatic transmission and your choice of front- or all-wheel drive. The S60 provides good value and excellent crash-test rating records.

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What is new for the 2023 Volvo S60?

  • The S60 is available in a variety of new trims, including the B5 Core Black Edition, B5 Core Dark Theme, B5 Plus Black Edition, B5 Plus Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Black Edition, B5 Ultimate Bright Theme, and B5 Ultimate Dark Theme.
  • The B5 Inscription, B5 Momentum, and B5 R-Design trims have been discontinued for 2023.
  • S60 trims have been upgraded with Head Up Display, Automated Cruise Control, Rear Air Conditioning, Sunroof(s), Remote Start, and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment this year.
  • Rear Seat Heaters and Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.

2023 Volvo S60 trims

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B5 Plus Black Edition:

  • 248-hp, 258-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
  • Leather Seats
  • Parking Sensors
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Power Seats
  • Power Mirrors
  • Memory Seats
  • Blind Spot Monitor

B5 Ultimate Bright Theme:

What We Like

Interior design and comfort: Volvo gets consistent accolades for its interior design and functionality. The brand is also known for having some of the most comfortable seats in the industry, and unlike some more performance-oriented brands, the side cushions are comfortable for larger American bodies. Lower back support is excellent and Volvo’s seat heater helps keep drivers warm and relaxed.

All-wheel drive: As a Swedish brand, Volvo understands winter. The optional all-wheel drive system is readily available and worth the extra price. With a good set of winter tires, Volvo drivers can tackle any weather. However, the AWD system costs about 2 MPG, dropping the EPA-estimated combined fuel economy from 30 to 28 MPG.

Driver-assistance features: Volvo’s reputation for driver-assist tech is well earned with consistent five-star crash test ratings from the NHTSA. S60 driver-assistance features such as blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning come standard on all trims, not just the high-end cars. Optionally, advanced features such as assisted steering are available.

What Needs Improvement

Trunk space: The S60 has a smaller trunk than most of its rivals, and this can be inconvenient when you really need it. The sibling Volvo V60 wagon might be a better choice if you regularly need to haul more stuff than a compact sedan can carry.

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Ratings & reliability

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RepairPal gave the Volvo S60 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Volvo S60 32nd out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Volvo S60 features and specs

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B5 Plus Black Edition 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Harman Kardon Sound
  • Heated Steering Wheel

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

248

Torque (ft-lbs)

258

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

15.9

Wheelbase

113.1"

Overall length

187.4"

Width

72.8"

Height

56.3"

Leg room

F 42.3"/R 35.2"

Head room

F 37.4"/R 37.2"

Front tires

P235/40VR19

Rear tires

P235/40VR19

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

200/2000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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