Overview
The 2018 Volvo S60 is a compact sedan offered in 5 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $34,100. For that price, it mainly competes with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Cadillac ATS, and the BMW 3 Series. Between 4 trims, the S60 offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 capable of making 240 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 2.0L turbo/supercharged Inline-4 engine which makes 302 horsepower and 362 horsepower depending on the trim. Both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The S60 reaches 60 mph from zero in 6.3 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 5.5 seconds with the 2.0L turbo/supercharged Inline-4 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the S60 can manage a combined fuel economy of between 26 and 29 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 12 striking colors the S60 comes in really pull you towards itself.
