Overview & Reviews
A new high-performance model, the S60 R, will become available later in the year. Otherwise, minor changes are in store for Volvo's sport sedan for 2003. A leather-wrapped steering wheel, along with a stereo with a CD and a cassette deck, now grace the interior of the 2.4 and the 2.4T. The latter also gets foglights and wood dash trim in its standard equipment list. For the all-wheel-drive version, the 2.4 turbocharged engine receives a small bump in displacement and horsepower. Rain-sensing wipers and OnCall Plus (the telematics system) are available, and two new colors, Titanium Grey and Ruby Red, brighten the exterior.
- Long list of standard safety features, luxurious interior, powerful turbocharged engine in top-line T5 model, deceptively quick 2.4T power plant, available all-wheel drive.
- Handling lacks true sport-sedan precision, expensive optional equipment, torque steer in the T5 model.
User Reviews:
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Very Satisfied - 2003 Volvo S60
By Miss Satisfied - May 11 - 3:56 pmI had a Honda Accord, a Lexus, Acura TL before this car and I LOVE my Volvo S60!!! I always wanted one when they got rid of the boxy body style. I get lots of compliments. It has a great extended warranty 5 yrs or 100,000 miles. I just wish I gotten the heated seats option, but from reading these reviews they dont sound warm enough. Overall, a great buy and a good investment as any when it comes to a buying a car.
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Well-engineered, and most attractive car - 2003 Volvo S60
By srassam1 - March 30 - 10:00 amI have driven my S60 2.4 w/5-spd auto for about 26k miles. This car is the most attractive in its class, and the price is not inflated compared with European rivals. Overall I am very impressed with the car, except for very minor problems (Lock buttons), which arent mechanical. The car has excellent braking, and superb winter traction w/ STC and Winter mode). What I truly miss on the car is Stability control DSTC.
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Love it - 2003 Volvo S60
By Love to drive - January 9 - 2:40 pmI used these reviews before buying, so I feel I need to contribute. Own an SUV and wanted a "run around" car. Its safe (I have 2 kids) and very fun to drive (I got a manual transimission). The gas mileage is excellent. It has a luxury feel but is sporty. My heated seats work just fine. It handles curves nicely. Took me a while to figure out all the bells and whistles.
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More than what it looks - 2003 Volvo S60
By JCMoya - December 29 - 10:00 amI just got this car, so I dont have enough experience to comment about reliability. So far I have just excellent comments. The first thing that came to my mind when I bought it was "How people can prefer a Camry / Accord over this car?" Crazy! This car feels more powerful and spacious (front) that what is on paper. Its a perfect blend of sporty and comfort. The seats are by far the best I ever seat on. The basic Sound system is even better than the $1500 aftermarket that I installed on my Bird.
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If not for a couple of things... - 2003 Volvo S60
By Dan - November 4 - 2:00 amA couple of things... After about 6 months the car loosened up a little. I have a rattle in the dash and a leather rubbing on leather sound coming from the back seat. Also, when opting to shift the geartronic transmision yourself, it isnt that responsive, which makes it less fun.
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Ellens review - 2003 Volvo S60
By elhello - August 4 - 2:00 amIm thrilled with the handling of y S60. It hugs the road & didnt slip in the ice. I feel very safe with the car, besides the fact that its fun to drive. The driver seat is extremely comfortable too.
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Beautiful Car - 2003 Volvo S60
By Steve G - July 17 - 2:00 amI have had my S60 for about a month now and I absolutely love it. I went from a Lincoln LS to the S60 and was afraid that going to a much smaller car would be an issue but its not. True it is much smaller in the back seat, however I have not had any complaints (and if I do, they can get out an walk). The lines are nice and the interior is well laid out and very comfortable. I would recommend this car to anyone!
