2020 Volvo S60 review
Volvo S60 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Comfortable and supportive seats
- Powerful yet efficient plug-in hybrid
- Excellent driver-assist tech
Cons
- Infotainment interface can be unintuitive
- Sport suspension results in a stiff ride
- Competitors offer more performance
Mileage (EPA estimate)
21 city, 32 highway, 25 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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2020 Volvo S60: Sleek, safe, and serene
Coming off a full redesign in 2019, the 2020 Volvo S60 rides high on the warm reception it received. This third-generation S60 made waves with its elegantly simple exterior styling, refined and welcoming cabin, and modern tech features. In the very competitive small luxury sedan class, it's a strong alternative to the more common German brands.
As a follow-up to last year's debut, the 2020 S60 adds a few items to the standard features list. A digital instrument panel is included with all models, the blind-spot warning system now comes with steering intervention, and the R-Design trim adds four-zone climate control, a tailored dashboard, and interior ambient lighting.
Compared to rivals such as the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Volvo S60 favors comfort and driver-assist tech over performance, though it has plenty of power in its own right. The infotainment interface isn't as easy to use as others, but that's one of our few and minor complaints.
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What is new for the 2020 Volvo S60?
- The T6 R-Design trim now comes with Automated Parking, Leather Seats, and Remote Start as standard equipment.
- The T6 Momentum trim now comes with Navigation System as standard equipment.
- The T5 Momentum trim now comes with Navigation System as standard equipment.
- The T5 R-Design trim now comes with Automated Parking, Leather Seats, Remote Start, and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment.
2020 Volvo S60 trims
T5 Momentum:
- 250-hp, 258-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Leatherette Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Smart Key
- Automated Parking
- Leather Seats
- Power Seats
- Memory Seats
- Power Mirrors
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T5 R-Design:
- Includes all features available on the T5 Momentum
- Parking Sensors
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Spoiler
- Harman Kardon Sound
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T5 Inscription:
- Includes all features available on the T5 R-Design
- No significant upgrades found on the T5 Inscription
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T6 Momentum:
- Includes all features available on the T5 Inscription
- 316-hp, 295-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Front Seat Heaters
- 4WD/AWD
- Turbo/Supercharged Engine
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T6 R-Design:
- Includes all features available on the T6 Momentum
- No significant upgrades found on the T6 R-Design
T6 Inscription:
- Includes all features available on the T6 R-Design
- No significant upgrades found on the T6 Inscription
- View our Volvo S60 T6 Inscription inventory
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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Volvo S60
What We Like
Comfortable and supportive seats: Back in 2016, Volvo partnered with orthopedic specialists to design and develop seats for their vehicles. As a result, these seats are among the most comfortable we've come across, with an optimal shape that provides long-distance comfort for a range of passengers. The generous padding also reduces pressure points and fatigue.
Powerful yet efficient plug-in hybrid: Volvo may be known more for driver-assist innovations than performance, but don't think that the S60 is slow or underpowered. The available plug-in hybrid T8 powertrain makes as much as 415 horsepower and can travel up to 22 miles on electricity alone. The engine is also very efficient and is estimated to get 30 mpg in combined city and highway miles.
Excellent driver-assist tech: Volvo is a leader in driver-assistance technologies. The frontal collision warning system almost eliminates false alarms, and the lane keeping assistance keeps the S60 firmly centered in its lane. The adaptive cruise control could be smoother with its brake and throttle inputs, though.
What Needs Improvement
Unintuitive infotainment: The infotainment touchscreen operates most of the car's systems, but unfortunately the menu layout is less intuitive than that of many competitors. Some settings and options require a side swipe to bring them up, though it's not immediately apparent which screens have that function. This shortcoming is relatively minor, as most users will become familiar with the system over time.
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Ratings & reliability
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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T5 Momentum 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bowers & Wilkins Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
250
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
P235/45VR18
Rear tires
P235/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Volvo S60 FAQ
The 2020 Volvo S60 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- T5 Momentum: 23 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- T6 Momentum: 21 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- T5 Inscription: 23 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- T6 R-Design: 21 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- T5 R-Design: 23 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- T6 Inscription: 21 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
The Volvo S60 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Volvo S60 as 31 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
The 2020 Volvo S60 has received an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2020 Volvo S60, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2020 Volvo S60 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2020 Volvo S60:
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Rear Spoiler
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