2021 Volvo V60

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Rating8.6

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Wagon
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$40,950 - $46,400
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Sleeky enchanting design

Lackluster infotainment system

Updated standard list of driver-assistance features

Opulent cabin

No AWD option on non-hybrid V60

Removed AM band from the radio tuner

Exhausting features list

Stiff drive quality

Added new 18-inch alloy wheel design for Momentum trim

Added glossy black exterior accents for R-Design trim

Specs & Features

$40,950

price

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 Volvo V60is a proud member of the midsize wagon segment, locking horns with cars like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon, the Audi A4 Allroad Wagon, and the Jaguar XF Sportbrake. Spread across 3 trims, the V60 starts off at a base price of MSRP of $40,950 and carries on to $46,400. The standard T5 engine is a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4which is coupled with 8-speed automatic transmission. Together, theygive the wagon 250 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 6.4 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the V60 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 27 MPG, a number that is great for the class and highly improves the V60’s practicality. It also has a ground clearance of 5.8 inches. 

Buying Advice

We think the base T5 Momentum trim is best for you because despite being entry-level trim, it has a good collection of features. Instead of spending more than $6,000 on higher trim levels, you can use the money to buy those features you desire. If you want to see the 2021 Volvo V60 in a more athletic form, then the mid-range T5 R-Design is the one you are looking for. It has a sports steering wheel, gloss black accents outside, and sports front seats inside. 

Trims

    T5 Momentum
    $40,950 onwards
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • Rear Park Assist Parking assist
    • Sensus Navigation with voice activation Navigation system
    T5 Inscription
    $46,400 onwards
    • Front passenger heated-cushion
    • Parking assist
    • Rear air conditioning, yes
    T5 R-Design
    $46,400 onwards
    • Cloth/Leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$40,950- $46,400

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.64

Horsepower

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$26,795- $39,945

Gasoline

7.33

182 hp @ 5800 rpm

176 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$51,800- $57,800

Gasoline

8.66

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$29,100- $41,500

Gasoline

7.04

134 hp @ 4400 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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2021 Volvo V60 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    6.5 sec--
    6.4 sec--
    8.7 sec17.0 sec130 mph

    2021 Volvo V60 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg15.9 gal.365.7/540.6 mi.
      26 mpg33 mpg29 mpg18.5 gal.481/610.5 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg15.9 gal.349.8/524.7 mi.

      2021 Volvo V60 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        187.4 in.75.4 in.56.6 in.5.8 in.113.1 in.
        194.7 in.74.6 in.58.2 in.6.1 in.115.8 in.
        191.3 in.73 in.66.4 in.8.7 in.108.1 in.

        2021 Audi A4 Allroad

        Ranked #3

        187.5 in.72.7 in.56.2 in.6.5 in.111 in.

        2021 Volvo V60 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          23.2 cu.ft.-50.9 cu.ft.
          32.5 cu.ft.109 cu.ft.75.7 cu.ft.
          53.9 cu.ft.-69 cu.ft.

          2021 Volvo V60 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            50.9 cu.ft.23.2 cu.ft.50.9 cu.ft.
            75.7 cu.ft.32.5 cu.ft.75.7 cu.ft.
            -53.9 cu.ft.69 cu.ft.

            2021 Volvo V60 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2000 lbs.1101 lbs.3813 lbs.
              2700 lbs.1071 lbs.3635 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1094 lbs.3976 lbs.

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