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Volvo S60 Review
The 2013 Volvo S60 ranks 10 out of 20 Upscale Midsize Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 28 published reviews and test drives of the Volvo S60, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
With adept performance and attractive interior and exterior styling, critics agree that the 2013 Volvo S60 is a compelling alternative to rival European sedans.
The 2013 Volvo S60 is available with turbocharged five- and six-cylinder engines, and reviewers say that the S60 offers competitive power, no matter which model you choose. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard, and while most auto writers have few complaints, a handful note that rivals like the Audi A4 and BMW 328i have more gears. The S60 gets up to 21/30 mpg city/highway, which is good for the class, although rivals like the A4 and 328i use less fuel. Most test drivers say that the S60 offers poised, if slightly firm, handling, which makes it fairly capable on twisty mountain roads. Still, one reviewer comments that the S60 is not as agile as the most athletic sport sedans in the class, while another says that its ride doesn’t absorb bumps as well as some comfort-tuned family sedans. The 2013 S60's reliability rating is a bit lower than most upscale midsize cars. However, its exceptional safety score is also difficult for those cars to match.
Inside, the Volvo S60 surrounds the driver with high-quality materials and an attractively-styled design. A few test drivers say that the S60’s back seat and trunk could be more spacious, though most appreciate the comfortable front seats. The S60’s simple climate controls also earn praise, though more than one reviewer says that Volvo’s infotainment system is difficult to use. The S60’s list of standard equipment is about average for the class, but one critic notes that the omission of standard features like a backup camera is surprising given the S60’s price. Still, the S60 offers crash test scores and standard safety technology that exceeds many cars in the class, including Volvo’s City Safety system, which can automatically apply the brakes to help avoid (or lessen) the severity of a low-speed collision.
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