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Updated on December 30, 2024

2023 Volvo S60 Core

The 2023 Volvo S60 Core model is equipped with a 2.0L turbo Inline-4 engine which is integrated into a 48-volt hybrid setup and can produce up to 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. In terms of acceleration figures, the sedan takes 6.4 seconds to hit the 0-60 mph limit, which is 0.3 seconds faster than KBB’s official claim.

2023 Volvo S60 Core 0-60 mph time

2023 Volvo S60 Ultimate

The Ultimate variant of the 2023 Volvo S60 sedan also has a 6.4-second timing for the 0-60 mph sprint, courtesy of the 247-hp turbo 4-cylinder/hybrid setup.

2023 Volvo S60 Ultimate 0-60 mph time

2022 Volvo S60 Momentum 

The 2022 Volvo S60 Momentum is a turbo I-4 equipped sedan capable of dishing out 247 horsepower and also takes 6.4 seconds to complete the 0-60 mph sprint. On the contrary, KBB reveals the 0-60 mph figure for the model to be 6.2 seconds.

2022 Volvo S60 Momentum 0-60 mph time

2022 Volvo S60 R-Design

Based on real-world user experience, the 2022 Volvo S60 R-Design goes from 0-60 mph in 6.9 seconds, whereas, Edmunds says the number according to manufacturers is 6.2 seconds. As for the powertrain, the sedan uses the same 247-hp Inline-4 engine and an 8-speed automatic for the transmission.

2022 Volvo S60 R-Design 0-60 mph time

2021 Volvo S60 Inscription

The 2021 Volvo S60 Inscription has a boosted version of the base 2.0L turbo I-4 engine that generates a total of 250 horsepower. As for the 0-60 mph sprint, it takes 6.4 seconds, while KBB says the figure to be 6.2 seconds.

2021 Volvo S60 Inscription 0-60 mph time

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2023 Volvo S60 Core

6.7 seconds (KBB)

6.4 seconds

2023 Volvo S60 Ultimate

NA

6.4 seconds

2022 Volvo S60 Momentum

6.2 seconds(KBB)

6.4 seconds

2022 Volvo S60 R-Design

6.2 seconds (Edmunds)

6.9 seconds

2021 Volvo S60 Inscription

6.2 seconds (KBB)

6.4 seconds

Volvo S60

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A6.4 sec- -
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A4.7 sec-
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A4.7 sec-
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.9 sec- -
    		3.0L 6cyl Twin Turbo Inline 6 6A5.9 sec130 mph
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A6.1 sec-Motortrend

    Volvo S60 Plug-in-hybrid Sedan

      Car
      Engine
      0-60 MPH
      Top Speed
      		Source
      		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A4.7 sec-

      Trim Wise 0-60

      Trims
      Configuration
      0-60 MPH
      		SourceCompare

      B5 Ultimate Dark Theme

      Ranked #1

      		2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A6.2 sec

      B5 Plus Dark Theme

      Ranked #1

      		2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A6.2 sec

      B5 Core Dark Theme

      Ranked #1

      		2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A6.2 sec

      B5 Core Black Edition

      Ranked #1

      		2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A6.2 sec

      B5 Ultimate Dark Theme

      Ranked #2

      		2.0L 4cyl FWD 8A6.4 sec

      B5 Ultimate Dark

      Ranked #2

      		2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A6.4 sec

      Competitor's 0-60

        Car Name
        0-60 MPH
        Quarter Mile
        Top Speed
        		SourceCompare
        		6.4 sec--
        		5.5 sec13.9 sec152 mph
        		5.6 sec14.1 sec130 mph
        		5.9 sec--
        2023 Audi A4

        Ranked #4

        		6.3 sec15.4 sec130 mph
        		6.84 sec--

        Other Volvo Cars

          Car Name
          Engine
          0-60 MPH
          Top Speed
          		SourceCompare
          		2.0L 4cyl 8A6.4 sec-
          		2.0L 4cyl 8A6.5 sec-
          		2.0L 4cyl 8A7.3 sec-
          		2.0L 4cyl 8A7.6 sec-

          At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.