Owners around their swedish wagon

The current Volvo V60 has been in the works since 2018. It never became as popular as its predecessor, though that’s mainly because plug-in hybrid diesels enjoyed a huge tax incentive back then. Speaking of diesels: unlike the new S60, which was never equipped with a diesel engine, you can still get the V60 with a diesel D3 or D4 until 2020. Of course there are also plug-in hybrids again, now “only” with a running engine with gasoline. The most powerful V60 Plug-in Hybrid engine produces no less than 455 hp.

Space and ease of use

If you compare the sales figures of the Volvo S60 and V60, practicality seems to be an important buying argument. At this point, the car has scored reasonably well, at least better than the model it drove. “The car is larger than its predecessor, and that’s a big advantage that I (I’m 1.90m tall) can sit behind me in this car, even though it’s not as wide,” wrote one user who previously drove a 2013 V60. He makes a comment about sitting behind it: “At the back, the high center tunnel sticks out. I haven’t had three passengers in the back seat yet, but I think that would get in the way.” And what about the luggage compartment? “The trunk is roomy, but not as roomy as I expected. For example, it’s still confusing to get a bike in through the tailgate.”

Although most users are satisfied with the space, there is one comment that comes back in many reviews: the roller cover with which the luggage compartment can be covered. This unsatisfied user wrote: “The luggage cover is not a quality product, it is now in the garage and will likely stay there.” Another owner proves it could be a little more blunt: “The luggage display in the trunk is the worst I’ve ever seen—completely impractical, questionable quality and a real miss. Especially considering the quality the interior exudes.”

Volvo V60 seats

We have already seen that no Volvo review could do without comments about the seats with the Volvo XC60. The same applies to the V60, also in terms of content. When one of the owners praises the furniture to heaven, the other is less than pleased. “Good seats have always been a highlight of a Volvo. This V60 is no exception. I’m 1.95m tall and can fit well behind the wheel. The seat of the chair can be reclined, which is important if you’re tall, and there’s also an extendable part to support your thighs,” he writes. satisfied driver.

Less satisfied is the owner who drives the old temp again: “Basically, the seats are excellent, Volvo is known for that too. I’ve only noticed (now that I’m driving the old V60 temp again) that I like the softer seat. The new ones have firmer seats. “. Furniture can also vary between versions, as a third owner concludes: “The seats are very comfortable—even after a long flight. I recently sat in an R-Design. These seats look nicer, but they’re still a bit too hard for me compared to our Inscription seats.”

Ride and control comfort

People are more than unanimous about the comfort of sitting while driving. In general, driving comfort is appreciated. We also hear positive comments about … the lack of driving noise, although it does not matter if the car is equipped with laminated glass. “This car was made for long trips,” writes a happy driver of his V60 T5. “The car provides a lot of quietness and comfort.”

The T5 Momentum’s sporty driver appreciates comfort, but he has something to say: “I find the high weight a point of criticism: if you push it into a corner a little faster, you’ll notice that you’re on the road with a heavier weight. I could appreciate a slightly more nimble and sporty car in terms of driving pleasure.”

The V60 R-Design, with its sport suspension, is a little tighter. If we can believe the next owner, it’s quite a lot. “The chassis is very hard here and there on bad Swedish roads, and the damping is very strong. Every now and then a bad ‘punk’ on bad road surfaces. The 19-inch wheels for summer tires boost it even more.”

Remarkably, choosing larger wheels did not appear to result in less comfortable handling, as experienced by 18- to 20-inch drivers. Sporting modest 16-inch wheels, the owner of the 2019 V60 D3 concludes: “The chassis is very good. The car has a relatively firm suspension, but you don’t feel that much, especially on the highway.”

Infotainment and driving assistance

As befits a modern Volvo, the V60 also has a fixed multimedia screen and navigation screen. “I like this very much, the system is nice and fast and many things can be operated by talking,” user reviews the system in his V60 D3. Few users think that the system could start a little faster.

There’s also praise for the sound: “It’s amazing how good the standard sound system is. This is better than any I’ve ever had in cars, including name-brand ones. Full bass, easy to tune, and phone conversations are also good for both sides of the line.”

Of course, the Volvo V60 is also equipped with many driving assistants. “I drive a lot of highways and Autopilot is almost on by default,” his owner wrote of his V60 T8 Plug-in Hybrid. “It works well, but watch out for the roadworks so you don’t follow the wrong line.” Many users of the system share this experience, with the caveat that the car often asks to hold the steering wheel. “Every 15 seconds you have to move the steering wheel a little bit to show that you are driving.”

V60: Owners have reported few problems

As with the XC60, which we previously reviewed, owners and users do not report any details. It’s mainly about minor afflictions, such as the upholstery wearing quickly. “The leather in the driver’s seat has unsightly cross creases and looks worn out after 60,000 miles,” says this driver. This is not to say that every V60 is problem-free. For example, the 2018 V60 D3 driver has struggled for some time with electronics issues and the 2021 T6 recharge hybrid system has a mind of its own at times. Finally, many drivers complain about the fuel consumption of the V60, especially the petrol versions. We have already seen that the V60 is not a miracle of fuel economy recorded by the users themselves.