Advantages: Superb Engine. Great Looks. Sybaritic Scandanavian Interior. Disadvantages: High List Price. Depreciation. Small Boot Opening.
WHAT IS IT?
The Volvo S60 is Volvo's first truly modern, non-brick shape design. OK, I know that a couple of you will argue that the S80 came first by a short head, but nobody could really offer that up as a style icon. Ironically, the new S80 just launched by Volvo looks far sleeker and more S60 like - rumours are that the S60 will actually be killed off.
Since the launch of the S60, Ford have taken a majority shareholding in Volvo. Ironically, ... ...far better, and less expensive, Volvo S60 available in the form of the D5 - the five cylinder 163bhp diesel powered version.
Confusingly, since writing that review, that model - the one that I am specifically reviewing here, has been renamed - it is now the 2.4D, the D5 badge being transferred to the latest, more powerful 185bhp diesel. Both diesel models now have the benefit of a six speed gearbox. The original D5 as reviewed here, was specified ...
RICHADA 27.05.2006
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Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpful Review of Volvo S60 Diesel
Advantages: Volvo , Great looks, Great Drive, Great Car Disadvantages: None I Can think of
...sat nav was that the volvo option was £3000 and the VDO was £1200. This was quite a saving so it was decided that it would be better . Finally the car was fitted with a 100 watt siren . The switched were fitted neatly below the heating controls.
The car its self also has electronic seats with memory. The seats are leather and heated. The car has automatic transmission not bad for a diesel. The engine is a 5 cylinder and has 2300 Horse power. It ... ...60 in about 8 seconds. This car really can shift when it wants to. It has ABS and Traction control. This is very useful when the car is pushed to its limits. The car rembers who you are by the remote control. IE I use mine the seat moves to my postion. If my wife uses her remote the seat moves to her postion. This is great as it is really irritating when you get in the car and have to keep moving the seats. Even though I have to drive the car hard ...
curry99 19.05.2004
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Advantages: Nice Design, Great Comfort, Reliable, Economical Disadvantages: High Insurance Group
...2.4 Litre, 5 Cylinder (Diesel) Volvo S60
My Dad owns this car but i borrowed it for a few days when i needed a car to drive around in.
I only took out a temporary insurance deal with norwich union which, for 2 weeks, cost me £71.40 which is expensive, but i only needed it for 2 weeks and i wasnt going to pay £4k for a years cover (just because im 18)
The boot space is good and is plenty for shopping, or luggage, although if you carry equipment ... ...passengers.
Because its a volvo you know your going to be safe in the event of an accident, which is especially comforting for those with families.
The design of this car really does show the new image volvo has, getting rid of the men in checked caps, and now in with modern designs, features aimed at younger generations.
You can pick up one of these second hand for around £9000 but you may be able to get one cheaper depending on the mileage and ...
Nerox 03.05.2006 (20.07.2006)
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Advantages: Comfortable, high performance, economical, reliable Disadvantages: Fairly expensive, small boot, not too much room in back
Bought this car new in May 2003. Best car I have ever had. Diesel D5 engine is reliable and very powerful, better than most petrols, and gives 45mpg easily. Build quality good but wish I'd gone for SE model as it is loaded with all extras. The S model comes with basic features and you have to order all the extras you want. Eats tyres, particularly front, quite quickly but that may be due to my driving. Handling in all conditions excellent due to ... ...the caravasn is there. Driving position fully adjustable and will accommodate a tall (6ft 3in) driver with no problem but tall people may have difficulty sitting on the back seats. One downside is that the boot is a bit on the small size. It's smaller than a Mondeo boot. Thinking of changing to V70 diesel estate as we now have a dog. ...
snapdragon143 06.01.2006
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Saloon - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / 6 Speed Geartronic - (Auto) - 2401 cc - Max Speed: 143 mph - 185 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: S, SE, SE Lux, SE Sport, Sport
Estate - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / 6 Speed Geartronic - (Auto) - 2401 cc - Max Speed: 140 mph - 185 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: R-DESIGN, R-DESIGN Premium, SE, SE Lux, SE Lux Premium, SE Premium, S, Sport
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