As complicated as this powertrain is, it proved plenty reliable during our 40,000-mile test of a 2020 model, with modest service costs too. That car, which made 400 horsepower, hit 60 mph in 4.3 Now in its third generation, Volvo’s S60 is a premium, five-seat mid-size sedan offering all-wheel drive and 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder mild-hybrid power. Not surprisingly, active and passive safety technologies are leading edge and the standard specification is high. The line-up currently starts at $66,990 for the S60 Ultimate B5 Bright 2008 Volvo S60 Warranty. Volvo's comprehensive warranty is good for a period of four years or 50,000 miles, and includes a four-year membership in Volvo's roadside-assistance program. Car and Driver, in a long-term road-test of an S60 T5, had some minor problems with the parking brake which required repairs after 30,000 miles, and reported that Here are the worst years for the Volvo S60 on the market: 2001 Volvo S60. 2005 Volvo S60. 2006 Volvo S60. 2012 Volvo S60. 2013 Volvo S60. 2015 Volvo S60. If you’re hunting for the most reliable Volvo S60 year, keep away from these six selections at all costs. Volvo S60 Recharge T8 hybrid reliability & problems. Although it's a pretty complicated system, the Volvo T8 hybrid petrol-electric setup has been in use for a good while now, appearing in most of the brand's vehicles, and no big problems have surfaced. This iteration of the S60 didn't feature in the most recent 2022 Driver Power owner Yes, maintenance costs are more expensive and they have a bunch of computers that make things more complicated when compared to a 740. However, its not a Toyota. Toyotas are boring, reliable cars. Most american cars (and many european models) are far more unreliable than a Volvo. View all 27 consumer vehicle reviews for the Used 2016 Volvo S60 on Edmunds, or submit your own review of the 2016 S60. Reliability has been outstanding so far - I just passed the 20K mark At a stroke, this engine makes the typical Volvo used car sales person's job rather awkward as it's cleaner and more economical than the feeblest 115bhp 1.6-litre D2 S60, but faster and more responsive than the priciest diesel in the line-up, the most powerful 215bhp 2.4-litre D5 S60 variant. Let's be more specific. This is my 3rd S60 and the 21 T5 R-Design is the best of them all. It is beautiful to look at; fun to drive; and is absolutely the most comfortable seats and car I've ever driven. Rating breakdown The Volvo S60 looks absolutely fabulous. Solid build quality is very satisfying. Sweet-looking cabin that’s loaded to the gills with features. Has sufficient room too. Spectacular Harman Kardon sound system. Easily the best ICE in the segment. Smooth & peppy 2.0L turbo-petrol engine mated to a competent 8-speed AT. Sorted ride & handling. GjuFX8.