2023 Volvo V60 Review

Name: 2023 Volvo V60 Review
Brand: Volvo
Price: 46937 USD
Rating: 4.5 (8 reviews)

Price Estimate: $46,937 - $51,073

2021 Volvo V60 T8 Polestar Engineered Wagon Exterior

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2023 Volvo V60 Review

byDan Frio^{Correspondent
Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to Edmunds, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.}

Pros

Quick acceleration and helpful amount of electric range from PHEV powertrain
Comfortable front seats
Long list of standard features
SUV-like utility

Cons

Bland-looking cabin with limited storage space
Few ways to customize to your liking

What's new

Google integration with voice assistant now standard
Minor front and rear bumper cosmetic changes
Part of the second V60 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

Maybe more than any other automaker, Volvo is synonymous with wagons. We're talking European-style wagons, mind you, not the massive Country Squires that once roamed America's highways. Volvo wagons from the 1980s symbolized Euro sophistication, a certain aspirational price, and the automaker's obsession with innovative safety features. Today, Volvo offers three wagon models in the U.S., including the 2023 Volvo V60 Recharge. The others, the V60 Cross Country and larger V90 Cross Country, have a taller ride height and a different all-wheel-drive system that give them modest off-road ability. They're reviewed separately here on Edmunds.

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Modified and tuned by Volvo's Polestar Engineered performance division, the 2023 V60 Recharge comes with a plug-in hybrid powertrain and all-wheel drive (the gas engine powers the front wheels, the electric motor powers the rear). The combination generates 455 horsepower and up to 41 miles of electric range on a full charge. A sport-tuned exhaust system, sport suspension with Öhlins manually adjustable dampers, Brembo performance brakes, structural bracing, 19-inch lightweight wheels and summer tires help turn all that gas-electric power into performance. Volvo says acceleration to 60 mph takes just 4.4 seconds, making the V60 Recharge not only an efficient wagon with 31 mpg combined, but also a speedy one.

With seating for five people and up to 50.9 cubic feet of cargo space (with the rear seats folded), the V60 Recharge is nearly as practical as your typical compact crossover luxury SUV. The V60 Recharge is also the only game in town. There simply aren't any other compact performance wagons left, let alone one with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. If you want to drive something that your neighbors won't have and you'll rarely see on the highway, consider the V60 Recharge.

Which V60 does Edmunds recommend?

There's only one version of the V60 Recharge, the T8 Polestar Engineered. It comes loaded with features but is offered in just four colors: white, gray, silver or black. So pick your shade of conformity. It's like Volvo wants to make doubly sure that your V60 is a total sleeper.

2023 Volvo V60 models

The 2023 Volvo V60 Recharge is a five-seat wagon based on the Volvo S60 sedan. The only available trim level is the T8 Polestar Engineered. It comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gas engine paired with a 143-hp electric motor and 18.8-kWh battery. The combination generates 455 total hp and 523 lb-ft of torque. The EPA estimates it can also provide about 41 miles of electric-only range. Keep reading for our curated list of the V60's standard and optional features.

Every V60 comes with:

19-inch forged aluminum wheels
Brembo brakes with gold brake calipers
Sport suspension with manually adjustable dampers
Adaptive LED headlights with automatic high-beam activation
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Roof rails
Hands-free tailgate
Remote engine start
Keyless entry with push-button start
Aluminum interior trim
Ambient interior lighting
Panoramic glass sunroof
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Leather and textile upholstery
Power-adjustable, heated front sport seats
Heated rear seats
Gold seat belts
Heated sport steering wheel
Digital instrument panel
9-inch touchscreen display with integrated Google navigation, music and voice assistant apps
Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
Satellite radio
Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system
Wireless smartphone charging
Head-up display
360-degree camera (gives you a top-down view of the V60 Recharge and its surroundings for tight parking situations)

Since it's a Volvo, the V60 Recharge comes with a number of standard driver assist features such as:

Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
Rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your path while you're in reverse)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2023 Volvo V60 T8 Polestar Engineered 4dr Wagon AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.71 per gallon for premium unleaded and $0.14 per kWh for electricity in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$108/mo

$154/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3.5/5Above Average

#30 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars

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Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Volvo V60 from 2008-2022.}

$684/yr

vs. $607/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.27x/yr

vs. 1.36x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

6.7%

vs. 10.5%
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

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Volvo V60 Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.5

8 reviews

5(62%)

4(25%)

3(13%)

2(0%)

1(0%)

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I bought the cheapest V60 in the US and I love it!

Mosswagon, 08/09/2019

2019 Volvo V60 T5 Momentum 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

Since you can only get the (non-cross country) V60 by special order I can't imagine most people are trying to buy the base model in this luxury segment. The starting price for 2019 on the T5 Momentum was $38,900. I fell in love with the cloth (City Weave) seats only offered on this trim so it wasn't a hard decision. You don't need all the bells and whistles. I saved over $5,000 … skipping the Advanced and Multimedia packages. Volvo's navigation is unnecessary now that Apple Carplay and Android Auto allow for Google maps and I honestly don't mind the smaller 8" digital display for the driver. The base stereo wasn't that bad compared to the mid-level HK either. The default auto braking system when backing into traffic was a little startling at first - especially in city traffic. But I had no problem reducing the sensitivity through the touch screen. Then again, I’m the type of guy who really enjoys going through the manual and clicking through every feature until I am familiar with the system. I actually love how many things are customizable. A lot of journalists complain about the HVAC controls in the touch screen however I use the voice command system to adjust the temp. with no issues. This was in the running with the top trim Subaru Outback and VW Alltrack. The Alltrack was a little more tossable in the corners even with its lifted ride height. I really was surprised by how much fun it was to drive - so much so that we test drove it twice! The VW was definitely the runner-up simply for its driving dynamics. The Outback’s CVT was a deal breaker - not mention it’s hideous looking (subjective, I know). The only thing I really enjoyed about the Subaru was how big it felt on the inside - especially the back seats. In the end we chose the base Volvo for a few thousand more. It’s more comfortable, quiet, and luxurious inside. The egress and ingress is what you’d expect compared to a CUV but I don’t have any issues putting my kid in his rear-facing child seat. The cargo is big enough for our family’s needs. I totally get why people hate on the new Volvo touch screen. Having the HVAC on the screen is definitely not my preference but the Volvo voice command system is great. We test drove a lot of CUVs and wagons (Outback, Alltrack, TourX, Hybrid Rav4, etc) and the Volvo screen was by far the most responsive - especially with the new chip update. Luckily there is still a button for max defrost. Would I prefer more physical buttons? Sure. But have you seen the body lines on the V60 wagon? It’s a worthy trade-off. In the end, it’s by far the most beautiful car I’ve ever owned. I’ve never looked back at my car in the parking lot until owning this V60. ** UPDATE ** Still love this wagon! If I had to find a minor complaint it would be the city fuel economy. Most of my driving is around town and not on the freeway. The sticker said 24mpg city but I've been lucky to get 20mpg over more than a year. That's pretty bad for a four cylinder engine right? Otherwise this is still the best looking wagon on the market and I still love the City Weave seats.

15 Day European Vacation on Volvo (V60 R On Order)

Paul P., 07/31/2019

2020 Volvo V60 T5 R-Design 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

Last of European Car Companies to offer R/T air and lodging for their Overseas Delivery Program. Order custom options with 8% off MSRP and drive with full coverage and registration for 15 days as an additional incentive. FYI, the T6 is not available for 2020 contrary to info stated. T5 has a Polestar Option ($1166) which adds 28 HP to the base 250 turbo and bumps ft lbs to 317 from …

Long Live Wagons!

JAR, 10/30/2022

2020 Volvo V60 T5 Momentum 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

This is the fourth Volvo I have owned, I love that it provides me with the driving stability of a car but the capacity to haul stuff like an SUV, perhaps even better because the low ground clearance makes putting things in the trunk area or getting them out extremely easy, I also love to know I drive a vehicle that not many people chose, so it makes me unique. The most important factor …

V60Cross Country

Tim M, 07/25/2019

2019 Volvo V60 T5 Momentum 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

First 2500 miles, the T5 Cross Country is quick and responsive. Physically, it's about the size of the XC70 but has more back seat room. You loose a little cargo room, but the kids are happier. The infotanment is an IPad, if you can't use it, give up on tech. By far the easiest system. Grown clearance is close to most crossovers It's fun to drive

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Volvo V60, so we've included reviews for other years of the V60 since its last redesign.

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2023 V60 Highlights

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$70,550
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$4,225 Based on income
Engine Type	Plug-in hybrid
EPA Electric Range	40 miles
Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas)	74 MPGe^{MPGe is the official metric that the EPA uses to measure the efficiency of alternative-fuel (including electric) vehicles. Just like regular MPG shows how far a car will travel on one gallon of gas, MPGe shows how far a vehicle will drive on 33.7kWh of electricity - the energy equivalent of one gallon of gasoline. Combined MPGe is the combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe.}
Cost to Drive	$108/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	5.0 hours
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	25.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the V60 models:

City Safety Collision Avoidance: Warns if a collision with a vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist or animal is imminent and applies the brakes if the driver doesn't react in time.
Run-Off Road Mitigation: Scans the road to detect if the vehicle may run off the road and automatically tightens the seat belts in preparation.
Oncoming Lane Mitigation: Helps a driver to avoid a collision with an oncoming vehicle by steering the V60 Recharge back into its lane if it crosses a center dividing line.

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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