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Used 2009 Volvo S60 Consumer Reviews

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Double trouble

2xvolvoowner, 05/16/2012
2008 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful

We own both the XC90 and S60and have been frustrated with both vehicles. Both have seen more than their fair share of the service department and the lack of concern from Volvo has been discouraging. In two years of the S60, we have had to replace the ignition switches twice. The emergency cable never really engaged properly so it had to be adjusted as well as the sunroof at a cost. A faulty ABS contact reeel and front axle shaft had to be replaced due to recalls. The headlight washer fell off and had to be replaced twice. As if we didn’t feel nickeled and dimed already, we now have to replace the Fire Trap Housing not covered on the warranty. We are very disappointed.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Pleased So Far

ExMB, 07/29/2010
2007 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful

Just purchased this auto after turning in a leased Mercedes C300. I loved that car so stepping down is going to be a bummer. However, I am pleased thus far about the Volvo. Good ride, though not sporty at all, and quality seats help it. I like the safety record and the reliability prospects for the car.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

An Expensive Ride

gorj, 11/22/2011
2009 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful

I am a Volvo owner since 1967. Being a mechanic, I have performed most of the non-warranty work on the Volvo myself. My experience has been that most Volvo dealers are way too expensive for both parts and labor. Sometimes they tend to find issues with your Volvo that never existed before you took it in. They also often do not repair what you asked them to repair. Recently I ordered a new key and remote for my 2009 Volvo, which was missing one of the two when I purchased it. The key and remote were about $300. The Volvo dealer wanted another $295 to program it. I am outraged that for just a key and a remote I will be out almost $600. This may be my last Volvo!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

S60 S is for super fast

smartgriz, 06/12/2008
2008 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

This is the fastest car I have driven. Out of the whole its a bit tnetative but the turbo takes it to the moon. Passing cars on the highway is a kick and shooting the mountain passes is like driving grand prix. Only real downsides are rear seat has very little room (kids only) and the fuel economy is not that great, 25mpg at 75 on highway, 22 at 90.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

First Volvo

aikiman, 08/29/2010
2008 Volvo S60 2.5T 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful

This is my first Volvo, had an Acura and Maxima before this. I've had this car for approx 18 mos, bought it used with 9500 miles and love it. It is built very tight and feels heavier than it is. The turbo gives it a lot of power when merging or trying to pass. Highway driving is excellent, it definitely loves to cruise. The back seat is tight, I have an 8 year old and 10 year old and I have to move the passenger seat and my seat forward for them. Quality so far is fine,front headlight washers needed new motors and the computer has had to be updated once because the immobilizer would occasionally get triggered preventing it from starting. Problem fixed but it still does it sometimes.

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