2009 Volvo S60 Consumer Reviews

Entry luxuary at modest price

Written by: Dan on 10/10/2009

Vehicle

2009 Volvo S60 2.5T SE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

Smooth and solid ride. Very comfortable seat. With promotion in July, I got my Volvo at Camry/Accord price! AND, 5 year 60,000 free maintenance plus road assistant!! It was no brainer to go for Volvo. Also came with leather/sun roof as standard. The climate control system is excellent - I love rain sensing wipers.

Favorite Features

Very comfortable front seats, rain sensing wiper, Plenty of power. One touch sun roof, Good mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Interior design definitely needs improvement. Too monotonous - looks like cars of 90's.

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Great bang for the buck

Written by: Chris on 08/17/2009

Vehicle

2009 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

I've looked at the S60's since they came out years ago...but always thought they were overpriced in the market they competed in. However, with the recent clearance reductions, maintenance and warranty incentives...I couldn't help myself...and couldn't be happier. Probably doesn't compete well with the BMW's, Lexus, and Infiniti in it's original price range...but against the Accord and Camry with similar features, I think it stands head and shoulders above. To me, has a much more high-end feel ride. Gas mileage for me runs about 24 in combined driving, or regular unleaded.

Favorite Features

Front seats...I think they're the most comfortable I've sat it. I'd like to get a desk chair made from one. Interior is very quiet. Everything is very functional, easy to reach.

Suggested Improvements

I can't believe they don't have bluetooth standard. Even the addition is a Motorola add on. Turn radius of small ship. Obviously due for a redesign...but for the price, I won't complain.

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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My first Volvo. Love it!!!

Written by: Jeremy on 08/07/2009

Vehicle

2009 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

I really really like this car. My last car was a 2007 Camry. I test drove some BMW's and Benz's and liked this better. It is pretty quick and easy to drive. It can go pretty fast when you need it to. I have gotten so many compliments on it too. The engine sounds really good and you gett all the torque from 1500-4500 rpm's.

Favorite Features

Auto-dimming mirror with compass is great. The upgraded stereo is the best I have heard in a car before. Better than the other 5 models of cars I drove. The driver's seat is soooooo comfortable. The care is great.

Suggested Improvements

Rear legroom could be improved. Its a little bigger than a 3-series BMW or C- class Benz. My 2007 Toyota Camry had much more leg room.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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First, But Not Last Volvo

Written by: happy on 08/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

Extremely happy with the 2009 Volvo S60 AWD Special Edition. Great factory incentives (i.e. 5 year 60K warantee and free maintenance for a year, plus all the cash back) made this a no- brainer. Far cheaper than the BMW 328, the Mercedes C-300, etc, but with a far greater safety record, better MPG, better warranty, and FREE maintenance for 5 years! Louvering Volvo was a great dealership with no hassles or pressure, and provides free annual detailing for the life of the car. Plenty of acceleration and the 5 speed tranny keeps the RPMs low, saving gas. Would recommend both the car and the dealership to anyone in the market for a new or used car.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage, safety record, great ride (no rattles, or shakes over the biggest bumps in the road), All-Wheel- Drive, the most comfortable seats of all the cars we test drove, HUGE trunk, exterior styling, warranty and maintenance for 5 years, great cash back offers on 09', seatpockets in front seat.

Suggested Improvements

The auxiliary audio jack could be in a more convenient place (currently in the center arm rest)

0 out 1 people found this review helpful

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nice sports sedan and a deal on the 2009

Written by: marcy,ny on 08/04/2009

Vehicle

2009 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

This s60 is like a sports sedan, not luxary. The 2.5 turbo is great. The front seats like sitting in a cockpit. I owned a 2002 passat, 2006 passat, 2008 Nissan maxima. The max ride was better, but this car is easier to drive, more like the passats but better. I just $9000. Off on the s60. As they are clearing them out for a redesign. These cars are a bit overpriced normally I wouldnt look at this make but with this money off was a better deal than the new maxima. Classy little sedan.

Favorite Features

radio,xenon headlights,rainsensor,homelink easy to set up.ease of sterring,front leather seats.I got the silver , looks great,talos wheels are nice.

Suggested Improvements

rear seat room.a little better front axle suspension to take the bumps better,not very techky, but very easy to use everything.back up sensors could read out further.they dont get the navigation system yet. dont get it save your money and put in a garmin 205wt with bluetooth, just as good.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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IKEA on wheels

Written by: PeterJax on 07/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

My first Volvo. It looks nice in an IKEA sort of way...some like it, others don't. Seats are very comfortable. Silver metallic paint finish is amazing. Body feels sturdy. Interior controls at first seem strange but you later realize that they are well thought out. Good fuel economy for a car that weighs this much, yet the turbo gives it kick when you need it. Good overall drive, nice mix of sport and luxury.

Favorite Features

Safety features are standard equipment, not options. Turbo can really make it go. Manual says performance ratings based on 91 octane fuel, but you can use 87 octane without harming engine. Volvo currently offering 5 years all maintenance paid!

Suggested Improvements

Rear leg room not good when tall people are in the front seats. Trunk is roomy but the opening is unlike other cars and may make it difficult or impossible to get larger items inside.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Solid Ride.

Written by: Choc on 02/14/2009

Vehicle

2009 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

This is my second car from Sweden. I love the exterior styling, it's beautiful but not flashy. The car drives very good, you have the press the gas paddle a little more than other cars but I guess they made it that way for safety. Volvo did a good job on the interior fit and finish. Although the dash is a little last century on the look, but all the bottoms are well laid out and easy to use. Good mileage per gallon thanks to the turbo.

Favorite Features

Rain sensor

Suggested Improvements

The car is due for a re-design, especially the interior.

36 out 41 people found this review helpful

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