2011 Volvo S60 Review

Volvo S60

Volvo S60 sedan is definitely an entry-level high class or a compact executive vehicle of Sweden cars. The 2011 Volvo S60 is different from anything the car maker has made previously, this new automobile comes with a stylish design, dynamic driving properties, innovative technologies and as you’d expect from Volvo ground breaking safety standards. This Volvo automobile is a rather beautiful vehicle in the metal.

The S60 T6 comes with all-wheel drive, a sport-tuned suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, front sport seats (eight-way power with memory settings for the driver), leather upholstery, aluminum interior trim, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth and an eight-speaker audio system with a single-CD player, satellite radio, HD radio, an iPod/USB interface and an auxiliary audio jack.

The Climate package adds heated front seats, heated windshield washer jets, rain-sensing wipers and an interior air quality system, while the Technology package includes adaptive cruise control, collision warning with auto brake, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning and driver alert control.

Individual options include the FOUR-C adaptive suspension, a more compliant "Touring" suspension (no extra charge), 17-inch wheels, front and rear parking sensors, blind spot alert, keyless ignition/entry and a rear-seat entertainment system with dual display screens.

The 2011 Volvo S60 T6 has a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder that makes 300 hp and 325 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission with sport and manual shift modes is standard, as is all-wheel drive.

Upholding Volvo's sterling reputation for passenger protection, the 2011 S60 T6 comes loaded with standard safety features that include antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, whiplash-reducing front head restraints and City Safety. Optional (via the Technology package) is Volvo's new pedestrian detection feature, which can apply full braking force (reducing speed by as much as 22 mph) to help you avoid hitting pedestrians who are at least 31 inches in height. This package also includes adaptive cruise control and a lane departure warning system. Other safety options include front and rear parking sensors and a side blind spot warning system.

the Volvo S60 has returned, and Volvo is calling it the sportiest Volvo ever. Reviewers enjoy the newfound emphasis on sport in the redesigned 2011 Volvo S60. Most consumers will enjoy the S60’s balance between sport, style, comfort and safety. If you want comfort, Volvo has you covered. Reviewers praise the comfortable front seats.

If you want a car that focuses mainly on sporty driving, be sure to check out the BMW 3-Series. It starts at $31,450 and comes equipped with a fuel-efficient 211-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive, though all-wheel drive is optional. According to the EPA at 25 miles-per-gallon combined the front-wheel drive A4 tops the 21 mpg combined Volvo.

Those seriously interested in sporty driving will enjoy the S4’s extra power, six-speed manual transmission and available seven-speed automated manual transmission, and rear biased all-wheel drive system.

The 2011 Volvo S60 is available with either a performance-oriented dynamic suspension, or a comfort suspension. For $750 you can add Volvo’s FOUR-C active chassis which gives drivers three suspension settings to choose from: Comfort, Sport or Advanced.