Used Volvo S60 cars for sale

It comes with 180bhp, while you can opt for more potent 210bhp, 260bhp and even 296bhp models, while diesels come in 163bhp and 180bhp forms. For all of this power, the S60’s engines are not as refined as those of its German rivals’. The S60 also falls a little short of the refinement and agility of a BMW 3 Series, but revisions in early 2006 improved the ride quality and introduced some sportier styling. What there's no question about is that the Volvo provides a large and comfortable cabin that’s packed with all of the safety equipment we’d expect. The driver is treated to a fine seating position for all-day comfort, while the rear can cope with six-footers and the boot is big.

Running Costs
Volvo might pack plenty of punch into its turbocharged engines, but that doesn’t mean they’re heavy on fuel. All but the S60 R will turn in more than 30mpg in mixed driving conditions, while the diesels top 40mpg. The S60 is also a little easier on insurance than many of its rivals, with even the S60 R AWD sitting in group 18 - many of its rivals are two groups higher. Maintenance costs are good, too. Volvo dealers’ labour rates work out considerably cheaper than most of its executive rivals’, and there are plenty of independent Volvo specialists out there capable of looking after an S60 at lower prices. A leading warranty company’s information shows that an S60 costs less to repair than its rivals. The only word of caution is that the front tyres take a bit of a pounding from the engines’ power, so check these out and budget for a new set on a regular basis.