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5 out of 5 stars

S60R Sport fun and comfort

Volvo S60 R, 10/30/2005
2005 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

In looking for a car that would provide good sport handling and still be comfortable to drive on a long trip, the S60R was the perfect choice. The Continuous Control Chassis is great for when you want to hit the corners hard or if you want a nice smooth ride. Good torque curve delivers power over a wide range.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Good Car

Ron, 12/10/2005
2005 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Car is great, I love the Acnatera interior. I have had it for approx 5K miles so far. Only problems are the dealer can't seem to figure out how to adjust the Xenon headlamps and the wheels scuff real easily. Already have 2 severely damaged ones. The problem seems to be the tire has no shoulder to protect the wheel, even in a drive thru carwash. I wish I could contact someone at Volvo in the "R Division" to talk about the car but can't seem to find anyone. DCX's SRT division has great chat rooms. Guess Volvo is too small??? or I am not good on the tube.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

S60R - The Perfect Perfomance Sedan

da60015, 05/01/2005
2005 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Having already been impressed for over three years with my S60 2.5T, I welcomed the opportunity to test drive the S60R. This was following test drives of comparable BMW, Mercedes and Cadillac models. Safety and the comfort for a 6 foot plus adult being a given, the power and handling of the "R" exceeded even my expectations. I have not had this much fun since my Corvette. The car hangs tough with my friends' Porsches and MBs on our monthly country outings into the backroads of Wisconsin.

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5 out of 5 stars

stealth Q-ship better than my old A4!

Gomansfield, 12/24/2005
2005 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This Volvo is a far cry from the old 240 I had out of college. Low, muscular stance with the 18" Pegasus wheels, adjustable suspension, and 6 speed manual backed by a high-tech 300 HP engine make this a serious drivers car. This kids fit fine in back and the fold down seat is handy. Seats are the best in class and the sound system rocks both with the optional sirrius sat. radio and the ipod adapter. Need a place to store coins, and side and rear shades would be nice touches. Bought my 05 for about $38K, well under sticker. This put the R in a whole new price range where it easiy out shines the competition that I shopped (Acura TL, audi A4, and the G35).

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4.5 out of 5 stars

1 Fun Car

MikeM, 01/19/2006
2005 Volvo S60 R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I smile often driving my R! Acceleration and handling are outstanding. I can make passing maneuvers in this car that I could not make in any other car I have driven. Interior is full of luxury with great blue accents. At first I thought I would not like to change tires ( a must for the R that comes with summer only tires). However, winter sport tires and high performance summers totally add to the driving experience. At 4500 miles to date, I am very satisfied with the purchase. This is not some quiet, boring Lexus/Acura; the R rocks!

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