Overview & Reviews

For 2008, the high-performance "R" model has been dropped. S60s get a standard auxiliary audio jack and MP3 capability for their audio systems, and the options packages are simplified.

• Superb front-seat comfort, long list of safety features, comfortable ride.

• Soft suspension tuning limits handling potential, steering lacks feedback, turbo lag and torque steer in T5 model, tight rear legroom.

User Reviews:

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  First Volvo - 2008 Volvo S60
  By aikiman - September 7 - 8:46 pm

  This is my first Volvo, had an Acura and Maxima before this. Ive had this car for approx 18 mos, bought it used with 9500 miles and love it. It is built very tight and feels heavier than it is. The turbo gives it a lot of power when merging or trying to pass. Highway driving is excellent, it definitely loves to cruise. The back seat is tight, I have an 8 year old and 10 year old and I have to move the passenger seat and my seat forward for them. Quality so far is fine,front headlight washers needed new motors and the computer has had to be updated once because the immobilizer would occasionally get triggered preventing it from starting. Problem fixed but it still does it sometimes.

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  Raider - 2008 Volvo S60
  By JimeeWho - November 15 - 12:46 am

  Second Volvo, sporty fun, acceleration is not fast off-the-line, but watch out when turbo kicks in. This vehicle gets-it at 40 to 90mph. Performance its there. Doesnt have all the bells and whistles of a Lexus, but who wants that? Thats for mom and grandma.

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  S60 S is for super fast - 2008 Volvo S60
  By smartgriz - October 13 - 12:53 am

  This is the fastest car I have driven. Out of the whole its a bit tnetative but the turbo takes it to the moon. Passing cars on the highway is a kick and shooting the mountain passes is like driving grand prix. Only real downsides are rear seat has very little room (kids only) and the fuel economy is not that great, 25mpg at 75 on highway, 22 at 90.

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  Not a minivan - thank goodness - 2008 Volvo S60
  By Mc Mom - June 1 - 8:16 pm

  This car is fun to drive and is just beautiful to look at. Its great for driving kids around, but even more fun when you get to drive it on your own. No one will ever suspect this is Moms Taxi. This is no minivan, but has lots of room for 5 and a huge trunk. I never thought I would drive a Volvo, but my T5 is just awesome.

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  My first Volvo - 2008 Volvo S60
  By Central Florida - February 2 - 7:20 am

  Ive had my Volvo 10 months and love it! I traded in my SUV in order to save on gas. I have not had any problems and I get better gas mileage than I thought I would --- about 35 Hwy as long as I drive 69mph. Very very happy overall!