I've been driving Volvos since my first model 240 in 1978. Since then, I've owned the 740, S70, and now, three S60's. It's April 2023 and I just traded a 2012 S60 for a 2020 S60 that has only 3,108 miles. I'm a loyal Volvo driver with close to 2 million miles in Volvos with surprisingly few mechanical problems. Thanks for doing this video. It would have been nice to see a few features mentioned -- like keyless entry; opening the trunk with a swipe of the foot and how the navigation system works.
What I like about Volvo next to other aspects is perception from others drivers. I would not buy BMW just because of reputation some idiots giving this brand by style of driving and behaving on the road. Volvo is peace, safety, respect coming out and in, unforced style and elegance. This S60 made huge step from previous model, its like new car. As far as exterior design its the winner over German rivals!
The other day I rented a car from Sixt and I was a bit down when I saw it was a volvo ( I had requested a Mercedes-Benz), but.. I actually was surprised how nice this car is. So nice, that I'm watching this video as part of the classic pre-purchase (well, lease :) ) research!
@@benjaminsmith2287 They aren't what the segment wants. The segment wants sporty and flashy, the Volvo is neither and as such will not gain any ground over the Germans. It's too rational for its own good; a rational person is always going to get the CUV because it's got more going for it. This segment needs more emotion.
@@vomErsten odd... I get complements every single day on my S60 T6 R-Design and that is not an exaggeration. It is the fusion red color. I've heard many times "When did Volvo start making Sexy?.
@@LandrenkBecause it is pretty. But if you're coming from Audi/BMW/Mercedes, and you actually go take a look at one, you find that the beauty is skin-deep. The looks scream "sporty" but it drives anything but and Volvo is actively making it worse with each passing year. It doesn't even ride more comfortably than the comfortable trims of the competition. The tech suite has low-quality displays with overtaxed processors and no whizz-bang features. The interior is a mess of cheap shiny plastics, mostly black and chrome, compared the the real aluminum and chunky, non-glossy, mostly-soft materials being used by the competitors. Compared to the technical tour de force that the Germans are putting on to make it feel like you bought something special, what Volvo is offering simply isn't drawing enough away and the proof is in the sales. I want an S60 that drives like an A5, but it doesn't exist. It drives closer to a sorted Camry.
@@vomErsten I beg to differ. Mine drives sporty but maybe because it has the Polestar package. The interior dash ir aluminum inlays with a soft rubbery feeling dash. Yeah the AC vents are plastic but I'm not sure what material would be better suited. You have your opinion and I have mine. I've owned and A4 and a 328 and this s60 is far and above better than both.
I recently upgraded from a 2013 s60 t5 to a 2019 Inscription s60 t6 AWD. Which has massage seating, refrigerator on the glove compartment. It also does have a remote start, remote heating system, 3 different types of variables cruise control. I feel like there is so much stuff on this car that this gentleman did not mention. Volvo did an amazing job with this luxury vehicle.
Stumbled onto this review...What a refreshing automobile journalist you are, sir! I own this vehicle and I found your review not only relatable, but intelligent and honest. Thank you! Edit: I've owned the Audi A4, Alfa Romeo Giulia, Mercedes C Class, and BMW you kept comparing this Volvo to. I agree with your assessment regarding the Volvo S60 in comparison to those vehicles. The only thing I might add is that the Alfa Romeo brings something to the table that the others, including the Volvo, do not: a certain connection with the driver that I can't put into words.
13:18 I'm glad you showed this angle. Someone I was testing this car with showed me those sharp edges hanging down in the deeper interior of the trunk space. I would have never seen it. If I were to throw a bike into the back, for example, I would need to be careful that I don't scratch my bike up with those screws and strange metal protrusions. I feel like this is an oversight of some kind.
Have to comment. Unlike so many reviews where they barely show the full exterior of the car, this review shows a great high definition actual 360 view of car that is not distorted. Also where so many short reviews ding the 9 inch all touch display, this reviewer mentions how at first yes it can be intimidating that you quickly get use to it and it turns out easy. This was a detailed review not focusing on stats but what the real positives are in the car that would make you want to own it. Well done I am in the market for one of the Volvos be it XC60, S60, V60 and Cross Country which is saying something that there are 4 options from Volvo ( only one option I would consider at the others)
My bigger issue with the 9" screen isn't that so many functions are housed in the screen, it's that if you use CarPlay or AA, the relative screen size of that area is pretty small compared to a vehicle with a dedicated 8-12" widescreen display. You wind up with a 6-7" Android Auto screen. And it's down low.
There is one thing I don't like, its missing buttons on the navigation control. Chasing all by bare finger, I wish Volvo did it like Mazda 6 (without poor camera). Or two options so people can configurate what they prefer.
Dude, great review but you gotta say HAAA-mon KAA-don. I know you’re trying to sound more intelligible for the rest of the country but you must embrace your Boston roots , brother. The accent can never die! Lol
Thanks Michael! I might be the only North Shore native to not have a Boston accent 😂. Everyone else in my family sounds like they’re from Boston and I’m the exception lol
@@SALLY_SANDY In the US the panoramic sunroof comes standard for the 2021 model year. Not sure if Volvo offers the same standard features and optional packages in other markets.
Volvo did right with the S60. What I love about the Volvo brand is that they march to the beat of their own drummer, the S60 is not a common luxury sedan. If I owned particular S60, I would no doubt feel I had something special. I say if because I'm not sure about having to use the screen for everything like climate controls. Mike, does the S60 have remote start available?
everything so beautiful but that dashboard computer is just so disgusting it turns me away from volvo..... if only they could make it more integrated into a dashboard. that would probably be the car no other could compete with in my opinion...
It is more integrated than BMW and Audi. It flows with the rest of the dashboard. From all the interiors I've seen in Audi's and BMW's the center displays look awkward and out of place.
DO NOT BUY A VOLVO! I am the current owner of a 2019 S60 T6 Inscription and the vehicle has been a complete nightmare. It is plagued with quality issues and has been in the shop more than all my previous cars were combined, I am in my late 30’s. Worse of all, dealing with the Volvo dealership network and Volvo USA has been even a worse experience. Endless circle of taking the vehicle to the shop to have quality issues and defects documented then calling Volvo USA for resolution but receiving no courtesy or care. I bought a $60k piece of crap that I do not even trust to drive more than 30 miles from my house. Asked them to buy it back or forgive my loan, would not. Asked them to give me a replacement vehicle, would not. Even though I have a service record the thickness of a dictionary on a car with 33k miles on it. They do not care about their customers unless they are selling you the car, after that you are on your own!
DO NOT BUY A VOLVO! I am the current owner of a 2019 S60 T6 Inscription and the vehicle has been a complete nightmare. It is plagued with quality issues and has been in the shop more than all my previous cars were combined, I am in my late 30’s. Worse of all, dealing with the Volvo dealership network and Volvo USA has been even a worse experience. Endless circle of taking the vehicle to the shop to have quality issues and defects documented then calling Volvo USA for resolution but receiving no courtesy or care. I bought a $60k piece of crap that I do not even trust to drive more than 30 miles from my house. Asked them to buy it back or forgive my loan, would not. Asked them to give me a replacement vehicle, would not. Even though I have a service record the thickness of a dictionary on a car with 33k miles on it. They do not care about their customers unless they are selling you the car, after that you are on your own! Volvo Cars Volvo Cars 4 hours ago Hello, we are sorry to hear about your experience. Please contact our global customer care team if you would like to discuss this further. You can email them at international@volvocars.com. Autoliebhaber 47 Autoliebhaber 47 4 hours ago @Volvo Cars you made the same comment on my original post 8 months ago. I am still facing the same issues with zero resolution. I am now spending more of my personal time to post my experience everywhere I can on social media. To inform others of the terrible experience they will face if they have issues with their Volvo purchase. Please have someone that can actually do something to help me reach out. I would love to provide them video evidence of all my quality issues. They can also review my open service ticket going back to 2019! At this point, this experience has been so frustrating that I will make it a point to inform any colleagues, friends, family to never buy a Volvo! Autoliebhaber 47 Autoliebhaber 47 4 hours ago @Volvo Cars here is the link to the video with my original comment from more than 8 months ago, I emailed you then with video proof and all you did was reroute me back to Volvo USA. Please put me in contact with someone that can actually help me, rather than just having me take my car into the dealership for service and nothing being fixed! th-cam.com/video/hTjLmHXoNNw/w-d-xo.html
Volvos are just so sophisticated and elegant looking. They have always been that way.
I've been driving Volvos since my first model 240 in 1978. Since then, I've owned the 740, S70, and now, three S60's. It's April 2023 and I just traded a 2012 S60 for a 2020 S60 that has only 3,108 miles. I'm a loyal Volvo driver with close to 2 million miles in Volvos with surprisingly few mechanical problems. Thanks for doing this video. It would have been nice to see a few features mentioned -- like keyless entry; opening the trunk with a swipe of the foot and how the navigation system works.
What I like about Volvo next to other aspects is perception from others drivers. I would not buy BMW just because of reputation some idiots giving this brand by style of driving and behaving on the road. Volvo is peace, safety, respect coming out and in, unforced style and elegance. This S60 made huge step from previous model, its like new car. As far as exterior design its the winner over German rivals!
I totally agree with you!
Volvo was always better than german cars
The other day I rented a car from Sixt and I was a bit down when I saw it was a volvo ( I had requested a Mercedes-Benz), but.. I actually was surprised how nice this car is. So nice, that I'm watching this video as part of the classic pre-purchase (well, lease :) ) research!
This car is GREAT! I have one now that I’m renting for a week. The power is on point. Very sporty. I like it better than the bmw 5 series.
They're not selling well enough. It's very annoying. Very distinctive yet most Volvo buyers get xc60 or xc40s and don't buy the sedans anymore.
@@benjaminsmith2287 They aren't what the segment wants. The segment wants sporty and flashy, the Volvo is neither and as such will not gain any ground over the Germans. It's too rational for its own good; a rational person is always going to get the CUV because it's got more going for it. This segment needs more emotion.
@@vomErsten odd... I get complements every single day on my S60 T6 R-Design and that is not an exaggeration. It is the fusion red color. I've heard many times "When did Volvo start making Sexy?.
@@LandrenkBecause it is pretty. But if you're coming from Audi/BMW/Mercedes, and you actually go take a look at one, you find that the beauty is skin-deep. The looks scream "sporty" but it drives anything but and Volvo is actively making it worse with each passing year. It doesn't even ride more comfortably than the comfortable trims of the competition. The tech suite has low-quality displays with overtaxed processors and no whizz-bang features. The interior is a mess of cheap shiny plastics, mostly black and chrome, compared the the real aluminum and chunky, non-glossy, mostly-soft materials being used by the competitors.
Compared to the technical tour de force that the Germans are putting on to make it feel like you bought something special, what Volvo is offering simply isn't drawing enough away and the proof is in the sales. I want an S60 that drives like an A5, but it doesn't exist. It drives closer to a sorted Camry.
@@vomErsten I beg to differ. Mine drives sporty but maybe because it has the Polestar package. The interior dash ir aluminum inlays with a soft rubbery feeling dash. Yeah the AC vents are plastic but I'm not sure what material would be better suited. You have your opinion and I have mine. I've owned and A4 and a 328 and this s60 is far and above better than both.
I recently upgraded from a 2013 s60 t5 to a 2019 Inscription s60 t6 AWD. Which has massage seating, refrigerator on the glove compartment. It also does have a remote start, remote heating system, 3 different types of variables cruise control. I feel like there is so much stuff on this car that this gentleman did not mention. Volvo did an amazing job with this luxury vehicle.
Stumbled onto this review...What a refreshing automobile journalist you are, sir! I own this vehicle and I found your review not only relatable, but intelligent and honest. Thank you!
Edit: I've owned the Audi A4, Alfa Romeo Giulia, Mercedes C Class, and BMW you kept comparing this Volvo to. I agree with your assessment regarding the Volvo S60 in comparison to those vehicles. The only thing I might add is that the Alfa Romeo brings something to the table that the others, including the Volvo, do not: a certain connection with the driver that I can't put into words.
13:18 I'm glad you showed this angle. Someone I was testing this car with showed me those sharp edges hanging down in the deeper interior of the trunk space. I would have never seen it. If I were to throw a bike into the back, for example, I would need to be careful that I don't scratch my bike up with those screws and strange metal protrusions. I feel like this is an oversight of some kind.
Have to comment. Unlike so many reviews where they barely show the full exterior of the car, this review shows a great high definition actual 360 view of car that is not distorted. Also where so many short reviews ding the 9 inch all touch display, this reviewer mentions how at first yes it can be intimidating that you quickly get use to it and it turns out easy. This was a detailed review not focusing on stats but what the real positives are in the car that would make you want to own it. Well done I am in the market for one of the Volvos be it XC60, S60, V60 and Cross Country which is saying something that there are 4 options from Volvo ( only one option I would consider at the others)
Let’s keep it real Volvo is a car that only smart knowledge minded people!!! That good thing about this type of cars is that is not overpopulated!!! 😊
Volvo is luxury, point blank.
Great review! I’ve had my S60 T6 R type for just over a year and love it.
Great review, thank you
Thanks Celeny! 👍
Great reviews! Keep up the good work!
Great reviews,keep up the good work, thanks.
Thanks Angus! 👍
Awesome honest review, thank you.
Honest? 🤣
0-60 is 5.2 sec not 5.9 sec and can be optimized by polestar tune software upgrade.
What a beautiful car... Volvo S60......
Nice job! Thank you. Sure hope in the future you do a review on the 2022 S60 Inscription.
My bigger issue with the 9" screen isn't that so many functions are housed in the screen, it's that if you use CarPlay or AA, the relative screen size of that area is pretty small compared to a vehicle with a dedicated 8-12" widescreen display. You wind up with a 6-7" Android Auto screen. And it's down low.
There is one thing I don't like, its missing buttons on the navigation control. Chasing all by bare finger, I wish Volvo did it like Mazda 6 (without poor camera). Or two options so people can configurate what they prefer.
best sedan ever. unfortunally the latest models are limited in top speed. that sucks
What is stupid is, I'm leasing a 2020 and mine is a 315 HP. They dropped it down to 247. I don't get it. I might just keep mine.
Dude, great review but you gotta say HAAA-mon KAA-don. I know you’re trying to sound more intelligible for the rest of the country but you must embrace your Boston roots , brother. The accent can never die! Lol
Thanks Michael! I might be the only North Shore native to not have a Boston accent 😂. Everyone else in my family sounds like they’re from Boston and I’m the exception lol
Spot on review!
Nice video!
My first car was a 2003 s60
I’m 6-2, is there enough driver’s leg room for us tall guys?
Very helpful, thank you. Love this car.
I wanted to know if the volvo s60 is reliable?
Of course it is 👍
@@donkii85 How it can be if it is built in USA?
I like the car but this is a very laudatory review
How is this as a driver's car compared to your gti?
Thank you , one question please which is more comfort for a small family xc60 or s60 ?!
Without question the XC60. It's more practical, offers better interior room, and I found the riding comfort to be a little better than the S60.
Boston Auto Blog Thanks 🙏
Another question please , do you advise to avoid the XC60 with panoramic roof ? specially iam living in a very hot country
@@SALLY_SANDY In the US the panoramic sunroof comes standard for the 2021 model year. Not sure if Volvo offers the same standard features and optional packages in other markets.
Boston Auto Blog here its too hot , hope we will get no panoramic sunroof option with momentum T5
and many police dept in Europe use them as patrol cars
Volvo did right with the S60. What I love about the Volvo brand is that they march to the beat of their own drummer, the S60 is not a common luxury sedan. If I owned particular S60, I would no doubt feel I had something special. I say if because I'm not sure about having to use the screen for everything like climate controls. Mike, does the S60 have remote start available?
once set up you do not touch the screen, voice control does all things like temp fan speed etc
Yes, standard. With Volvo On Call App, you can start vehicle, lock, get vehicle info
I rarely see S60's even when traveling. People that ride with me comment on how many heads it turns. I love that it isn't as common as BMW and Audi.
Is there massage chairs for the front seats?
😂😂😜
BUT THEY NO LONGER BRINGING IT UP HERE IN SA AND THAT'S SO SAD
Great review!! Do you have any idea why ventilated seats have been dropped from Volvo cars?
They're still available. It's a paid extra.
it's really an hybrid ?
Luxury brands are going with mild hybrid systems just to aid in performance and efficiency. They’re still considered gas powered cars
The leather wrinkle on the backseat would bother me.
lol he must've had something there and removed it because that doesn't get like that normally.
everything so beautiful but that dashboard computer is just so disgusting it turns me away from volvo..... if only they could make it more integrated into a dashboard. that would probably be the car no other could compete with in my opinion...
It is more integrated than BMW and Audi. It flows with the rest of the dashboard. From all the interiors I've seen in Audi's and BMW's the center displays look awkward and out of place.
I agree unfortunately!
DO NOT BUY A VOLVO! I am the current owner of a 2019 S60 T6 Inscription and the vehicle has been a complete nightmare. It is plagued with quality issues and has been in the shop more than all my previous cars were combined, I am in my late 30’s. Worse of all, dealing with the Volvo dealership network and Volvo USA has been even a worse experience. Endless circle of taking the vehicle to the shop to have quality issues and defects documented then calling Volvo USA for resolution but receiving no courtesy or care. I bought a $60k piece of crap that I do not even trust to drive more than 30 miles from my house. Asked them to buy it back or forgive my loan, would not. Asked them to give me a replacement vehicle, would not. Even though I have a service record the thickness of a dictionary on a car with 33k miles on it. They do not care about their customers unless they are selling you the car, after that you are on your own!
DO NOT BUY A VOLVO! I am the current owner of a 2019 S60 T6 Inscription and the vehicle has been a complete nightmare. It is plagued with quality issues and has been in the shop more than all my previous cars were combined, I am in my late 30’s. Worse of all, dealing with the Volvo dealership network and Volvo USA has been even a worse experience. Endless circle of taking the vehicle to the shop to have quality issues and defects documented then calling Volvo USA for resolution but receiving no courtesy or care. I bought a $60k piece of crap that I do not even trust to drive more than 30 miles from my house. Asked them to buy it back or forgive my loan, would not. Asked them to give me a replacement vehicle, would not. Even though I have a service record the thickness of a dictionary on a car with 33k miles on it. They do not care about their customers unless they are selling you the car, after that you are on your own!
Volvo Cars
Volvo Cars
4 hours ago
Hello, we are sorry to hear about your experience. Please contact our global customer care team if you would like to discuss this further. You can email them at international@volvocars.com.
Autoliebhaber 47
Autoliebhaber 47
4 hours ago
@Volvo Cars you made the same comment on my original post 8 months ago. I am still facing the same issues with zero resolution. I am now spending more of my personal time to post my experience everywhere I can on social media. To inform others of the terrible experience they will face if they have issues with their Volvo purchase. Please have someone that can actually do something to help me reach out. I would love to provide them video evidence of all my quality issues. They can also review my open service ticket going back to 2019! At this point, this experience has been so frustrating that I will make it a point to inform any colleagues, friends, family to never buy a Volvo!
Autoliebhaber 47
Autoliebhaber 47
4 hours ago
@Volvo Cars here is the link to the video with my original comment from more than 8 months ago, I emailed you then with video proof and all you did was reroute me back to Volvo USA. Please put me in contact with someone that can actually help me, rather than just having me take my car into the dealership for service and nothing being fixed! th-cam.com/video/hTjLmHXoNNw/w-d-xo.html
Tuoni tuoni van 🤣🤣🤣