Volvo S60
In addition to offering new body colours, the S60 compact luxury sedan gains mild hybrid technology for 2023, hence the new B5 and B6 monikers. Look for slightly improved fuel economy and a temporary boost in power. All-wheel drive comes standard across the line. As for the S60 Recharge plug-in hybrid variant, it receives a more powerful rear motor and generates a total of 455 horsepower, while EV range is increased to 64 km.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 73% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 4/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Infotainment | 6/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
What's new in 2023
New colors, addition of 2 USB-C ports to the front seats. Mild hybrid system (S60 B5). S60 Recharge: new battery, improved powertrain and range.
Pros
- Elegant silhouettes
- Interior build quality and design
- Great performance (T8 Recharge)
- Front seat comfort
Cons
- Slow and complex multimedia interface
- Price of Polestar Engineered variants
- Lacking performance (V60 Cross Country)