2022 Volvo S60

　　

2022 Volvo S60 Review

byMichael CantuCorrespondent

　　Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.

　　The S60 is Volvo's stylish premium compact sedan. It's positioned below the larger S90 sedan. For 2022, Volvo added a mild hybrid system to the base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The new designation for the engine is B5 (it was formally T5). The supercharged and turbocharged T6 engine is no longer available, but the top plug-in hybrid Recharge T8 engine is still an option.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Momentum 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$157/mo  for S60 B5 Momentum

　　S60 B5 Momentum

　　B5 Momentum 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $39,250 MSRPB5 Momentum 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) (Most Popular) - $41,550 MSRPB5 Momentum Black Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $39,950 MSRPB5 Momentum Black Edition 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $42,900 MSRPB5 Inscription 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $42,250 MSRPB5 Inscription 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $44,550 MSRPB5 R-Design 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $42,250 MSRPB5 R-Design 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $44,550 MSRPB5 R-Design Black Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $43,600 MSRPB5 R-Design Black Edition 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $45,900 MSRPRecharge Plug-In Hybrid T8 R-Design Expression 4dr Sedan AWD w/Prod. End 11/21 (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $47,650 MSRPRecharge Plug-In Hybrid T8 R-Design Expression Extended Range 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $47,650 MSRPRecharge Plug-In Hybrid T8 Inscription 4dr Sedan AWD w/Prod. End 11/21 (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $50,650 MSRPRecharge Plug-In Hybrid T8 Inscription Extended Range 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $50,650 MSRPRecharge Plug-In Hybrid T8 R-Design 4dr Sedan AWD w/Prod. End 11/21 (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $50,650 MSRPRecharge Plug-In Hybrid T8 R-Design Extended Range 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $50,650 MSRPRecharge Plug-In Hybrid T8 R-Design Black Edition Extended Range 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $52,000 MSRPT8 Polestar Engineered Extended Range 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $64,800 MSRPT8 Polestar Engineered 4dr Sedan AWD w/Prod. End 11/21 (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $64,800 MSRP

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　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　Notably, Volvo is updating the Recharge T8 midway through the model year with a higher-capacity battery and a more powerful rear electric motor. The combination provides more power — a heady 455 horsepower — plus the ability to drive farther on all-electric power. The EPA estimates the updated version can go up to 41 miles on a charge, which is pretty impressive for a luxury plug-in hybrid.

　　The Swedish sedan might not sell as well as some of its competition — which includes the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class — but the S60 still has a lot to offer in terms of advanced driver aids and style. In addition, the S60 provides a comfortable ride thanks to its superb seat comfort, handles like a true sport sedan, and has excellent build quality.

　　

Which S60 does zzdcar recommend?

If you prefer the base B5 engine, passing on the base Momentum trim is a good idea because the next Inscription and R-Design trims have identical slightly higher starting prices but offer much more. Those wanting the Recharge T8 powertrain should also go for the same trims, and pass on the Polestar Engineered model unless you want the added performance. You just need to decide if you want the luxurious-looking Inscription or the sporty-looking R-Design.

　　

Volvo S60 models

The 2022 Volvo S60 is available in Momentum, Inscription and R-Design trims with the B5 engine option. All B5 trims are offered in either front- or all-wheel drive. The plug-in hybrid Recharge T8 engine option is available in R-Design Expression, R-Design, Inscription and Polestar Engineered trims and has standard all-wheel drive. Here's what you get from each:

　　The B5 is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It's paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Recharge T8 combines that engine with additional plug-in hybrid componentry for more power and greater fuel efficiency, particularly if you can charge frequently. But pay close attention to which Recharge T8 you're considering because Volvo updated this version midway through 2022. T8s built early in the model year produce 400 hp and 472 lb-ft and have an EPA-estimated all-electric range of 19 miles. Later versions, called the Extended Range, have 41 miles of range plus more power: 455 hp and 523 lb-ft.

　　There's also a performance model called the Polestar Engineered. It's based on the Recharge T8. Early versions have 415 hp and 494 lb-ft. Later versions have the same power that comes from the Extended Range upgrade.

　　Momentum (called R-Design Expression for the S60 Recharge T8)

　　This base trim level comes with:

　　18-inch wheels Panoramic sunroof Auto-dimming exterior and rearview mirrors Keyless entry and ignition Digital instrument panel Dual-zone automatic climate control Heated front seats (AWD only) Simulated leather upholstery Four USB ports (two USB-A, two USB-C) 9-inch touchscreen 10-speaker audio system Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integrationAdvanced driving aids and safety features include:

　　Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot) Lane keeping assist (steers the car back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane) Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while in reverse) Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking) Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)Numerous packages and stand-alone options are available for the Momentum trim level. They include:

　　Premium package Navigation system Power-folding outboard rear headrests Front parking sensors Wireless smartphone charging (not for Recharge) Advanced package Premium package Ambient interior lighting Upgraded cabin air filtration system Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Volvo and the car in front) 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Volvo and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield) Climate package Heated front and rear seats Heated steering wheel 19-inch wheels 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio systemR-Design

　　The R-Design is positioned as the sporty S60. Upgrades over the base model include:

　　Premium package Ambient interior lighting Four-zone automatic climate control (B5 only) Heated front sport seats with cloth bolstering 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system Wireless smartphone charging (B5 only) Sport steering wheelOptional features and packages include:

　　Advanced package Climate package Sport suspension (B5 only) Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention) 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins premium audio systemInscription

　　The Inscription offers more luxury features, building off the Momentum with these additions:

　　Premium package Chrome exterior trim Ambient interior lighting Four-zone automatic climate control (B5 only) Leather upholstery 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio systemThe Inscription's optional features mirror those of the R-Design, though the sport suspension is not available.

　　Polestar Engineered

　　The Polestar Engineered starts with the R-Design's upgrades. It also includes:

　　Advanced package 19-inch wheels with summer performance tires Brembo front brakes Special Öhlins suspension dampers Gold-colored seat belts 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system

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