Volvo S60 (00-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Compared to Audi and BMW, it's good value all round.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    About what I'd expect. Only used 1 pair of front tyres in 42,000 miles.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fast and sure-footed around bends. No roll, sports seats are very comfortable and supportive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Rapid enough, especially on motorways. 2nd gear seems too tall.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Rattles, repalcement gearbox, faulty central locking on both front doors, snapped rubber mounting ring on rear suspension.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's been getting better with 850/V70. S60 is a big step in the right direction.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Supreme. I regularly do long miles and hours with zero discomfort. Cruise and Sports seats are perfect.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Reliable alarm with optional tilt detection to protect against jacking car up for alloys. No false alarms.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Depends on dealer. Current one is very good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Central locking on both front doors failed within weeks of each other.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes