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1st European Car, 03/25/2008
2004 Volvo S60 2.5T AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought this car looking for an AWD sedan that was good on gas, fun to drive and affordable. After a long search, I settled on the Volvo. I've probably read over 15 editorial reviews, scoured consumer feedback, etc. on this car, and owned it for about a week now, so here is the deal. Reviewers say this car is not the most luxurious, not the fastest nor has the best design. However, it does do all of these things very well, so I think it's the best value of any domestic or Euro sedan. It's extremely comfortable, fast enough and holds the road well, without the hefty price tag of a BMW or Lexus. I love this car, and received a lot of compliments in the short time I've owned it.
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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Much better than average car
Bill B., 09/30/2019
2004 Volvo S60 2.5T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the car 8 years ago with 100k miles, now has 205k. The car is very comfortable if you're driving, has excellent acceleration in the awful Austin traffic and handles well. I've been fortunate to have a great mechanic at Voltec, otherwise I'd never have another Volvo after the travails I went through with my 2004 C70. This car is expensive to maintain - the dammed 'breather box' has to be fixed for $1000 every 50k miles, the timing belt behaves and costs the same, the axle, engine mounts, various front-end parts, radiator (twice), A/C and heater and other mechanical things I can't describe here have all been repaired. Generally, it's about 6k a year (not including tires and brakes) for maintenance. Every repair is over $300 not matter how small. It has left me stranded 3 times, thankfully I have AAA. I've owned a Pontiac, an Imperial, a Chevrolet, a Subaru, a Ford and 2 other Volvos. The Subaru was more dependable. The American cars were cheap from the 60s and 70s - the 61 Imperial was from another planet. The Volvo is stronger and safer than all the others. It won't die. When it does I'll probably buy another used one as they go fast and I always feel safe. The stereo is very good, the cup holders are junk and the seats are very, very comfortable. All in all, they're a crap-shoot but if you get a good one keep it.
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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.
Exterior Beauty
amspychalski, 05/13/2009
2004 Volvo S60 2.4 Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought my S60 used with 60k miles, and couldn't be happier with the price I paid. While I was not completely happy with the overall acceleration from stop (which was greatly improved by adding a cool-air intake for $30), the performance and handling of the car is great. Before the addition of the intake, the car got 30 mpg (around 35 with). I get positive comments all the time regarding the looks of the car. The bi-xenon headlamps, leather interior, and 18 inch wheels are must-have options that drastically change the appearance of the car. The handling on windy roads is fantastic. Acceleration from stop is not great, but makes up for it in the quick jump it can make from 40 to 80+ mph