Overview & Reviews
The S60 gets a revised front fascia this year with new headlamps, grille and bumper. Color-keyed side moldings, lower rocker sills and bumpers are also new, along with LED taillamps. Other changes include new flat-blade windshield wipers, revised front seats, a new center console and an improved audio system. A trip computer is newly standard, and real wood replaces the fake stuff in the Premium Package. The Sport Package gets a new wheel design, and run-flat tires are a new option. The headlamp washers have been redesigned, and the interior air quality sensor is now a stand-alone option. The 2.5T gets new wheels and available rear park assist. A wood steering wheel is also available. The Four-C chassis from the S60R is now optional on all S60s. The T5 gets a bump in horsepower, up to 257, as well as larger disc brakes and new seat fabric. The T5 also receives speed-sensitive steering and a sport suspension as standard. Black mesh inlays replace the aluminum pieces in the Premium Package, except with the graphite interior color.
- Superb front-seat comfort, wide variety of safety and luxury features, balanced ride and handling characteristics, available all-wheel drive.
User Reviews:
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my 7th volvo,, - 2005 Volvo S60
By c w e - November 23 - 6:26 pmThis is my 7th Volvo from the same dealer.. with the fantastic combination car, service and sales there does not seem to be much competition for this car. I drive 20,000 miles a year and remain happy with the comfort, safety, design,space, gas mileage and reliability of this auto. The only amazing thing is that everyone does not own one of these cars. I cannot say enough great things for Volvo.
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Ive enjoyed it - 2005 Volvo S60
By Ethesis - October 20 - 12:30 pmIve really enjoyed it, on the price to fun ratio, especially at $7k off list, Im very pleased.
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S-60 accolades - 2005 Volvo S60
By Russell Williams - August 19 - 8:30 amThis is my first but certainly not my last Volvo...they have come a long way from the boxy types of earlier years. Not only is this car fun to drive, it is also drop-dead gorgeous. Solid, quiet and just plain perfect. I drove BMW as well as Mercedes Benz and none of them compare to my S-60.
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This Volvos the One! - 2005 Volvo S60
By dm - July 18 - 12:40 pmThis car hasnt provided me with as much excitement since I picked up my new 1978 Triumph Spitfire. Obvioulsy not even close to being the same kind of car, but...I said "excitement." Blending a sleek, well engineered, and sporty design, an incredible 300 hp, turbo-charged powerplant, and an incredibly well designed interior, this car surpasses my best expectations. When someone in their 50s can get into a vehicle like this, and look like hes not trying to relive his youth, and yet enjoy it as though he was - Volvos design team has reached its pinnacle. My kids dont laugh at me either - their jealous!
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Volvo S60 - 2005 Volvo S60
By Lou - June 30 - 7:20 pmThis is my second S60 and I like this one as well as my first one. It is a very comfortable car to drive, well built, and handles nicely. The s60 is the best car Ive ever had.
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sleeper - 2005 Volvo S60
By sleeper - May 18 - 5:03 amThe S60R with spoilers is gorgeous! The interior luxurious. It smells great, and it feels wonderful. The lumbar and the enveloping feeling of the seats feels comfortable and supportive at the same time. The 300 hp is unbelievable. Smooth transitions, nimble, yet stable, and quiet. The roar is not quite a BMW roar, but it is not bad either. It is a fun car to drive........Husband says it reminds him of his C4 because the all wheel drive is similar.
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Volvo strikes success again! - 2005 Volvo S60
By LOVE THE S60! - May 6 - 12:23 amWe had a 1999 S70 GLT and currently have a 2004 XC90. We traded in a 2005 Saab for as 2005 S60T this past weekend, and love the car. Feels heavy, handles well, and we expect it will be very safe and reliable. We have had an excellent track record with our Volvo purchases. My wife likes the car better than the Mercedes C240 we had (before the Saab), and hopefully it will be OUT of the shop much more than the Mercedes. Gets better mileage than the Saab we had (both were turbos) or the Mercedes.
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The R model is a beautiful machine - 2005 Volvo S60
By yorlean morales - March 29 - 10:50 pmI have always owned volvos but never one this quite fun to drive. Love the acceleration and handling, it has been one head turner for me. I love the fact of it being a limited production and being the only S60R around my neighbourhood...makes it owning one more special!!!!
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stealth Q-ship better than my old A4! - 2005 Volvo S60
By Gomansfield - March 4 - 11:16 amThis Volvo is a far cry from the old 240 I had out of college. Low, muscular stance with the 18" Pegasus wheels, adjustable suspension, and 6 speed manual backed by a high-tech 300 HP engine make this a serious drivers car. This kids fit fine in back and the fold down seat is handy. Seats are the best in class and the sound system rocks both with the optional sirrius sat. radio and the ipod adapter. Need a place to store coins, and side and rear shades would be nice touches. Bought my 05 for about $38K, well under sticker. This put the R in a whole new price range where it easiy out shines the competition that I shopped (Acura TL, audi A4, and the G35).
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Original Owner - 2005 Volvo S60
By Rick - February 2 - 9:23 pmOk so I have only put 7000 miles on this car in three years yet all the time I enjoyed every minute of it. The first S60 R I owned in 2004 was a lemon and returned then I got this one the metallic green with atacanda leather and every option. This car is fast and furious and drives better than my 75 Corvette by far. Ill never get rid of it. I have had almost zero problems.
