Car Guide Winner: 1st Place Small
2023 Volvo S60 Recharge Ultimate Black Edition
Vehicle Type: Small Plug-In Hybrid
86
overall score
Category Ranking: 1
Vehicle Price
Base Price:
$57,950
Price as Tested:
$63,690
Fuel Information
Fuel Type: Electricity/premium
Fuel Capacity (gal): 15.9
120V Charge Time: 3.3 miles per hour
240V Charge Time: 8.2 miles per hour
EPA City mpg: 30
EPA Highway mpg: 33
EPA Combined mpg: 31
EPA Combined MPGe: 74
EPA-Est. Electric Range (mi): 41
Advanced Safety Features
- Adaptive Cruise Control [O]
- Advanced Headlights [S]
- Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- Blind-Spot Warning [S]
- Forward-Collision Warning [S]
- Lane-Departure Warning [S]
- Lane-Keeping Assistance [S]
- Rear Cross-Traffic Warning [S]
- Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- [S] Standard, [O] Optional
Overall Observations
The S60 Recharge sedan has a simple, stylish exterior that's
typical Volvo. But, in fact, the plug-in hybrid S60 is a muscle
car disguised as a mild-mannered Scandinavian luxury sedan.
The S60's turbocharged 4-cylinder engine combines with
an electric motor to produce 455 hp, which provides quick,
responsive acceleration. It's also good for a strong EV-only
range of 41 miles and an overall range of 530 miles.
The S60's minimalist interior is replete with high-quality
materials, including an Orrefors crystal shift knob. Overall fit
and finish are excellent, and a comprehensive set of advanced
safety features is standard. The S60's sport-tuned suspension
delivers a comfortable—albeit firm—ride. Entry and exit from the
front seats is easy, but back-seat room is a little tight. Visibility
all around is good, although the rearview camera provides
an odd, "fish-eye" perspective. All-wheel drive is standard.
On the downside, the S60 isn’t as engaging to drive
as some competitors; its steering feels light and loose,
and there's little feedback from the road. Also, the center
console could use some knobs and hard keys instead of
inconvenient touch-screen-based controls. Trunk and interior—storage space is limited, and the S60's maximum onboard
charger rate is about half that of some competitors
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Click HerePros and Cons
Pros
- PHEV drivetrain provides quick, responsive acceleration
- The exterior and interior are stylish in an understated way
- Useful EV-only range; overall range of 500-plus miles
- High-quality interior fit and finish
Cons
- Unengaging driving experience; loose steering, little feedback
- Unintuitive, touch-screen-based infotainment/feature controls
- Limited trunk and interior storage space
- Slow onboard charging capacity
Vehicle Specifications
Model year tested: 2023
Number of passengers (F/R): 2/3
Curb weight (lbs): 4452.0
Exterior L / W / H (in): 188.1 / 75.4 / 56.6
Wheelbase (in): 113.1
Number of air bags: 8
Warranty (months/miles): 48/50,000
Tire manufacturer and model: Pirelli P Zero
Front and rear tire size: 235/40 R19
Max towing capacity (lbs): 2,000
Headlight type: LED
Transmission type: Hybrid drive
Drivetrain type: All wheel
Engine/motor: 2.0L I4 turbo
Engine horsepower @ RPM: 312 @ 6,000
Electric motor horsepower: 143
Combined system horsepower: 455
Test Data
Test Vehicle Scores
Advanced Safety Features:
8.70Fuel Efficiency:
8.47EPA Emissions Score:
7.00Acceleration:
8.51Braking:
5.64
Handling:
6.88
Quality and Drivability:
8.33
Ride Quality:
7.33Interior Size:
3.32Easy of Entry and Exit:
6.60Visibility:
7.39Interior Noise:
6.98Cargo Capacity:
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