Seat Time: 2014 Volvo V60
February 10th, 2014 at 4:25pm
Seat Time is a chance for us to share our impressions of vehicles being tested in the Autoline Garage and at media previews from around the globe.
Manufacturer: Volvo
Make: Volvo
Model: V60
Model Range: 4-door wagon
Competitors: Acura TSX Sport Wagon, Audi A3 Wagon, BMW 3 Series Wagon
Trim Levels: T5 Drive-E FWD, T5 AWD, R-Design
Price Range: $36,225-$45,225
Made in: Torslanda, Sweden
Drivetrain: 2.0L 4-cyl., 240hp, 258 lb.-ft., FWD, 8-speed automatic; 2.5L 5-cyl., 250hp, 266 lb.-ft., AWD, Six-speed auto; 3.0L 6-cyl., 325hp, 354 lb.ft., Six-speed auto.
EPA Ratings: (All Estimates) T5 Drive-E FWD = 25 city/37 highway; T5 AWD = 20 city/29 highway; T6 AWD = 19 city/28 highway
Read on for Seamus McElroy‘s final impressions of this vehicle
Notable Features:
Final Impression:
Only drove the new Drive-E powertrain mostly on the highway. It’s fun to drive with no noticeable turbo lag, power is there when you need it to pass another car on the road. The lane keeping assist kicked in a few times even though it wasn’t needed. It tugs on the wheel if it feels you are drifting out of a lane.