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The 2021 iteration of the S60 looks to divert everyone’s attention from the usual German marquees with its classy and intuitive driver experience and rich opulence. With a starting price of $36,050 for the FWD S60 Momentum, it will rival the Audi A4, Lexus IS 300, and the Mercedes-Benz C300 Sedan.
The Volvo S60 is a popular sedan in the small luxury sedan segment. The 2021 Volvo S60 is offered in 3 trims and a hybrid model as well, with the range starting from $36,050. The lease option starts from $355 per month for a period of 36 months. Each trim is available with either an all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive system and comes with a  2.0 L Turbocharged Inline-4 that produces 250 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. It competes against the likes of Audi A4, Lexus IS 300, and the Mercedes C-class. The Volvo S60 settles itself in the market with its top-class safety and high-tech gizmo.Â
With its turbocharged engine, the Volvo S60 can get from 0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. The Volvo S60 Sedan packs in a lot of features inside the cabin with a clean and minimalistic design. The 2021 model comes with more safety features like Forward collision mitigation, Blind-spot monitor, Lane-keeping assist, Rear cross-traffic alert, and Rear automatic braking as standard on all the trims. There are also optional packages for the Volvo S60 like the Advanced package and the Climate package, which are nice additions to the S60 sedan.Â
The Inscription trim must be your go-to option for the best-personalized driving experience you could get from an S60. Its Pilot Assist feature works great while cruising on highways. If you emphasize interior comfort, you can always settle in for the base Momentum trim with AWD stability. All the trims have the same level of interior comfort, so there is no point of differentiation. You can also purchase the Heated seat package for added comfort.
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The 2021 iteration of the S60 looks to divert everyone’s attention from the usual German marquees with its classy and intuitive driver experience and rich opulence. With a starting price of $36,050 for the FWD S60 Momentum, it will rival the Audi A4, Lexus IS 300, and the Mercedes-Benz C300 Sedan.
The Volvo S60 is a popular sedan in the small luxury sedan segment. The 2021 Volvo S60 is offered in 3 trims and a hybrid model as well, with the range starting from $36,050. The lease option starts from $355 per month for a period of 36 months. Each trim is available with either an all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive system and comes with a  2.0 L Turbocharged Inline-4 that produces 250 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. It competes against the likes of Audi A4, Lexus IS 300, and the Mercedes C-class. The Volvo S60 settles itself in the market with its top-class safety and high-tech gizmo.Â
With its turbocharged engine, the Volvo S60 can get from 0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. The Volvo S60 Sedan packs in a lot of features inside the cabin with a clean and minimalistic design. The 2021 model comes with more safety features like Forward collision mitigation, Blind-spot monitor, Lane-keeping assist, Rear cross-traffic alert, and Rear automatic braking as standard on all the trims. There are also optional packages for the Volvo S60 like the Advanced package and the Climate package, which are nice additions to the S60 sedan.Â
The 2021 Volvo S60 has 3 basic names in its trim list- the Momentum, R-Design, and the Inscription. The Volvo S60 also offers the plug-in hybrid models for its R-Design and Inscription trims with another separate performance-oriented hybrid trim known as the Polestar Engineered. The prices for the 2021 Volvo S60 initiate at $38,950 for the base Momentum trim and go all the way up to $44,250 for the range-topping T6 Inscription trim.
Model |
Momentum |
R-Design |
Inscription |
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MSRP(FWD) |
$38,950 |
$41,950 |
$41,950 |
MSRP(AWD) |
$41,250 |
$44,250 |
$44,250 |
Key Features |
9-inch center touchscreen display |
Adds to Momentum features: |
Adds to R-Design Features: |
Rear park assist camera |
Harman Kardon Premium sound system |
Heads-up display |
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SiriusXM Radio |
Keyless entry |
LED front fog lights with cornering lights |
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Leather-wrapped steering wheel with deco inlay |
12.3-inch digital driver display |
Pilot Assist driver assistance system with adaptive cruise control |
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Leather upholstery |
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8-inch driver display |
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18-inch five-spoke black diamond-cut alloy wheels |
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Power driver's seat with memory and power front passenger seat |
The 2021 S60 Momentum trim, even after being the base variant, scores features such as leather upholstery, 8-inch driver display, and power driver’s seat with memory settings. The R-Design is to be looked upon as the mid-range trim, starting at $41,950 with FWD and AWD and a hybrid plug-in model. The Harmon Kardon audio system and keyless entry are its key features.
The Inscription starts at the same price as the R-Design, with a slight advantage over the R-Design due to the Pilot Assist and a heads-up display. T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered starts at $64,800. It comes with a high-output version of the Recharge plug-in hybrid powertrain that puts out 415 hp and 494 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission is a standard across the range of different trims.
The Inscription trim must be your go-to option for the best-personalized driving experience you could get from an S60. Its Pilot Assist feature works great while cruising on highways. If you emphasize interior comfort, you can always settle in for the base Momentum trim with AWD stability. All the trims have the same level of interior comfort, so there is no point of differentiation. You can also opt for the Heated seat package for added comfort.
"The 2021 Volvo S60 puts power in balance with grace." - The Car Connection
The base Momentum trim of the Volvo S60 generates about 250 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, with its 2.0 liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine. These power figures are the same as that of the 2020 Volvo S60. This engine won’t give you a ride that puts you on the edge of your seats, but it emphasizes a comfortable and plush ride quality over anything else.
The 2021 Volvo S60 also places its footprints in the hybrid market, with its 3 plug-in hybrid trims, namely the R-Design, Inscription, and Polestar. The 2021 Volvo S60 Sedan edges out the Audi A4 and emerges as the winner against the Lexus IS 300 by a small margin. Only the Mercedes-Benz C-class beats it out, with its leading power of 255 hp and a peak torque of 273 lb-ft.
Models |
2021 Volvo S60 |
2021 Audi A4 |
2021 Lexus IS 300 |
2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class Sedan |
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MSRP |
$36,050 |
$37,400 |
$38,560 |
$41,500 |
Engine |
2.0 L Turbocharged Inline-4 |
2.0 L Turbo Inline-4 |
2.5 L Intercooled Turbo Premium Inline-4 |
2.0L Intercooled Turbo Premium Inline-4 |
Drivetrain |
FWD/AWD |
FWD/AWD |
RWD/AWD |
RWD/AWD |
Transmission |
8-speed automatic w/OD |
7-speed automatic w/OD |
8-speed automatic w/OD |
9-speed automatic w/OD |
Power |
250 hp @ 5600 RPM |
188 hp @ 4200 RPM |
241 hp @ 5800 RPM |
255 hp @ 5800 RPM |
Torque |
258 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM |
236 lb-ft @ 1450 RPM |
258 lb-ft @ 1650 RPM |
273 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM |
0-60 MPH |
5.3 sec |
5.8 sec |
6.9 sec |
5.7 sec |
Quarter Mile |
14.3 sec |
14.3 sec |
14.7sec |
14.1 sec |
Top Speed |
112 MPH |
134 MPH |
143 MPH |
130 MPH |
60-0 MPH |
127 ft |
99 ft |
128 ft |
110 ft |
The 2021 Volvo S60 benefits from its engine mechanics to accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. The 8-speed automatic transmission powers the sedan to post a respectable quarter-mile time of 14.3 seconds. The Volvo S60 has a top speed of 112 mph, which is quite low while compared to its competition.
The brake calipers of the S60 work in unison to bring the car to a stop from 60 mph in 127 feet, which again happens to be a decent yet not an impressive figure. The Volvo S60 has the fastest 0-60 start among its adversaries with an equally delightful quarter-mile timing. However, it is nowhere near the Mercedes-Benz C300 and the Audi A4 in the braking department.
Volvo ensures that buying a luxury sedan won’t put pressure on your bills because of lavish fuel charges. The 2021 Volvo S60 can go for 23 miles in the city or can cruise through 34 miles on the highway for every gallon of gasoline. Summing up these figures, we get a combined mpg of 27, which happens to be a decent figure. While the hybrid versions offer much more economical figures, the Volvo falls behind the competition with a range of 391.5 miles.
Model |
2021 Volvo S60 |
2021 Audi A4 |
2021 Lexus IS 300 |
2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class Sedan |
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MPG (City) |
23 |
27 |
21 |
24 |
MPG (Highway) |
34 |
35 |
30 |
35 |
MPG (Combined) |
27 |
30 |
24 |
28 |
Fuel Capacity |
14.5 gallons |
15.3 gallons |
17.4 gallons |
17.4 gallons |
Range (City/Hwy/Combined) |
333.5/493/391.5 miles |
413.1/535.5/459 miles |
365.4/522/417.6 miles |
417.6/609/487.2 miles |
The Volvo S60’s mpg figures may get perceived as handsome when seen in solidarity, but when you place it against the rivals, the same figures start looking meek. The Volvo S60, with its combined mpg of 27, slots itself in the lower slab of the segment, surpassing just the mpg figures of the Lexus IS 300. The Audi A4 and the Mercedes-Benz C Class Sedan emerge as the leaders here with combined mpg of 30 and 28 respectively.
"The Volvo S60's eye-catching design and well-rounded nature produce a desirable character unmatched by rivals." - Edmunds
The interior of the 2021 Volvo S60 has a majestic Scandinavian presence to it. It emphasizes minimalistic design over an extraordinarily feature-rich cabin. The first impressions of the S60’s cabin will leave a mark on you with its serene interior surroundings. Dark leather covers the wide dashboard which gives it a bold outlook. The cream-colored stitching gives it a perfect contrast. High-end material is in abundance in the cabin, which provides ultimate luxury.
The seats of the 2021 Volvo S60 are soft and intricate with an elite leather build and the driver’s seat is adjustable by means of an 8-way power with added lumbar support and memory. The tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel is reflexive and the pricier trims feature aluminum décor panels. The Volvo S60 has an average trunk space of 11.6 cubic feet, which may become an issue when you plan on going for a weekend getaway with your family. However, you can free up some additional luggage-storing space by folding the rear seats down.
Model |
2021 Volvo S60Â |
2021Â Audi A4 |
2021Â Lexus IS 300 |
2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class Sedan |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
37/56.1/42.3 |
38.9/55.9/41.3 |
38.2/55.9/44.8 |
37.1/55.3/41.7 |
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
37/54.5/35.2 |
37.4/54.5/35.7 |
36.9/53.4/32.2 |
37.1/55/35.2 |
Cargo Space (cu-ft) | 13.8 | 13.0 | 10.8 | 12.6 |
The 2021 Volvo S60 features a portrait-oriented tablet-style touchscreen with the Sensus infotainment system. The graphics are crisp and stylish but its touch screen can be unresponsive at times. The large volume knob and the home button are your way to get out of laggy situations. The S60 Sedan also has the option of having the premium Bowers & Wilkins audio system for a cost of $3,200.
The 2021 S60 trim supports Android Auto and Apple Carplay smartphone integration, much like its S90 lineup. The infotainment interface has a ton load of features like navigation, car functions, and in-car connection services. Play your favorite playlist on Spotify with the Premium Harman Kardon audio system, by splashing a few extra bucks. The Volvo S60 overall is a refined sedan with loads of impressive features.
"With the 2021 Volvo S60, the brand's styling has evolved to yield a handsome sedan" - Cars Direct
The Swedish influence of the Volvo S60 is paramount in its exterior philosophy. The aesthetics of the sedan are quite different from its German rivals. The Swedish marquee highlights the S60 with smooth exterior lines that are eye-catching and with a unique aesthetic that propels it to the top of the most stylish sedans.
It has an extensive hood with the iconic Volvo logo decorating the front fascia. The special Thor’s hammer-shaped LED headlights give the car a commanding presence at night. Its power-operated liftgate facilitates a hands-free experience while loading the car. Other notable exterior features are LED running lights, headlight washers, heated mirrors, and a sunroof.
Model |
2021 Volvo S60 |
2021 Audi A4 |
2021 Lexus IS 300 |
2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class Sedan |
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Curb Weight |
3657 lbs |
3450 lbs |
3583 lbs |
3472 lbs |
Length |
187.4" |
186.1" |
184.3" |
184.5" |
Width |
80.3" |
72.5" |
71.3" |
71.3" |
Height |
56.6" |
56.2" |
56.3" |
57.0" |
Ground Clearance |
5.9" |
NA |
5.3" |
3.8" |
Wheelbase |
113.1" |
111" |
110.2" |
111.8" |
The 2021 Volvo S60 is fundamentally one of the longest and widest sedans in the luxury sedan segment. It has a wide wheelbase of 113.1 inches which gives its occupants more room on the inside to work with. It also has the highest ground clearance in the class which gives it an advantage on rough roads.
2021 Volvo S60 Trunk Space And Interior Volume
"The Volvo S60 stands out with its long list of safety features, comfortable road manners, and an appealing price tag that starts thousands below its European rivals." - Kelley Blue Book
Scoring the highest possible rating of “GOOD” in all six IIHS crashworthiness tests and a Top Safety Pick award, the Volvo S60 highlights its state-of-the-art safety mechanisms in implementation inside its chassis. NHTSA also awarded it a 5-star rating on the basis of 2 crash tests. The SPA platform of the S60 which shares its underpinnings with Volvo’s S90 model also makes widespread use of rigid boron steel, which is a crucial factor in constructing sturdy Volvo cars.
Volvo’s applaudable City Safety technology is preset on all Volvo models and includes automated braking function and collision avoidance systems in its inventory. This safety system sets the S60 apart from the rest with the fact that it is the only system that detects pedestrians, cyclists, and huge animals such as moose and deer. This ensures a collision-free ride 24/7. You can also purchase the Pilot Assist driver assistance system that assists you while driving on numerous occasions.
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The Volvo S60 sets its priorities straight from the beginning, to provide the most enjoyable driver-friendly everyday rides. The Audi A4 will probably come to your mind first when you think of an all-rounder luxury sedan. The Audi A4 has a suave design and a quiet and exhilarating ride which propels it to the top of the leaderboards. The Volvo S60’s extravagant ownership costs may make some people steer away from it, but its stellar safety system is sure to gather lots of attention.
While the Volvo S60 may blow your mind away with some of its robust engine options, the Lexus IS 300 delves into the happy minds of customers with its friendly service and low maintenance costs. The Volvo S60 has a more refreshing and appealing design than the Lexus IS 300, with better muscle power and handling. Volvo’s vivid array of technology and safety features go against the practicality and reliability of the IS 300.
2021 Volvo S60 Sedan Vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class Sedan
The Mercedes-Benz C300 Sedan has been leading the compact luxury segment with its powerful engine and superior driving dynamics. The Mercedes offers the most in terms of power output and torque. While the Volvo S60 Sedan is available in either Front-wheel or an All-wheel drive system the C300 is available in either Rear-wheel or All-Wheel drive system which makes it more desirable for enthusiasts. But the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C300 comes at a price of $41,500 which is over $5,000 more than the Volvo.
The 2021 Volvo S60 has its strong defining points, with top-class safety and outstanding exterior design to attract customers like bees. Its base MSRP is affordable than most of its rivals, however, the true ownership cost takes a hit in the long run. In a nutshell, the Volvo S60 is a car worth considering if you are looking forward to procuring a luxury sedan. Give the 2021 Volvo S60 a chance to impress you with its classy aspects.