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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best Sleeper Ever

Joshua, 01/25/2009
2004 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I love my car. Without effort it hurls itself past other traffic. It stops quickly (very) and straight. It will plow snow out of your way (not deep snow mind you, but it was still impressive to trundle through a 1/4 mile of 6-8" deep snow without issue). It (literally) drove where a well driven Dodge Ram 4x4 with weight in the back could not. If you know where your car is, you won't hit those bits of concrete when you park.. No matter what you do the turning radius stinks, and if someone gives the rims a funny look it'll leave a mark. It is a beautiful car in person. Drive one and I suspect you'll get one.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Volvo for life is true

SMPM, 06/27/2007
2004 Volvo S60 2.4 Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

My S60 was a fleet vehicle w/low miles. I averaged 36 mpg hwy driving the car back home cross-country. The car is safe, solid - it's not nimble like my old A4 or current Jetta, but solid. If I hit anything with this car, I will either push it out of the way or run over it - that's the feeling this car's drive quality has - heavy, solid, secure. Ergonomics on this car are superb. The seating is heaven and safety-blessed with the WHPS system. I have the 2.4L engine, and while I don't drag race, I know I have reasonable passing power. I drive this car like a hybrid - slow off the start, no wasted fuel, moderate braking on stops, and I average around 26/27mpg in urban driving.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

S60R is a great car

rqc, 10/26/2003
2004 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The S60R combines sport, luxury, and practicality in a way no competing vehicle does. It is fast, handles magnificently, the Brembo brakes are amazing and yet it has a big trunk and a 60/40 folding rear seat. The seats are the most comfortable I've ever sat in. I have the Automatic, not the Manual transmission.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Fix the Turning Radius

360 degrees, 06/20/2004
2004 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I am extremely dissappointed that Edmunds didn't list the turning radius as it's #1 con. There is nothing more frustrating than not being able to make a u-turn on a 2 lane highway without having to back up. My wife's 2002 Honda Odessey Minivan has a bettter turning radius than this. My recent rental 2004 Chevy Malibu has a better turning radius. If you drive in California which requires many u- turns and tight parking spots think twice about buying this car. Volvo has to fix this!! Other than that it is fun to drive and a great value considering what you are getting for the Money. I wish I performed U-Turns on the test drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely Best Car Ever Owned

Jamey1, 04/11/2004
2004 Volvo S60 2.5T AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Anyone considering the BMW 3 series, a Mercedes C or E class or the Acura brand should do themselves a favor and test drive the Volvo S60 AWD. It truly is a safe and very comfortable car that will not disappoint. And, the famous Volvo seats are better than any car seat I've experienced.

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