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Volvo is on the rise, and they started when Geely bought them. Volvo under Ford ownership was basically just surviving. Volvo under Geely ownership is thriving. Say what you will about having a Chinese parent company, but they sure as hell are managing Volvo better than Ford. They basically bought Volvo, gave them a big stack of money and said "Do your thing", not intervening, just letting Volvo be Volvo. Would be so great to have seen the same thing happen with SAAB...
Unfortunately the RH versions in the U.K. have offset pedals now! I had to buy a 2016 model to get the pedals in-line! This is the same with manual and auto. 😢
Always fun as a Swede to see other countries also really experiencing Volvo cars. Sweden has produced probably the best cars in the world, and Saab even went bankrupt for creating cars that were too reliable.
I will say my mom had a Saab 9-5 Aero and other than ignition coils and regular maintenance, it had no issues over 17 years. Not even a clutch replacement.
@@HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAA German cars aren't what they used to be. They make great luxury vehicles, but the reliability factory drops them for me. I'd make a bit of an exception for Porsche though.
2022 S60 R-Design owner. Very, very happy with my car. No T8 drivetrain but mild-hybrid, the same interior you have on this tester, and Thunder Grey paint add up to the best daily I've ever owned. I am a multiple-time sports car owner and daily drove Mustangs, etc. for years (I'm 52 now) and there is something about battling the rush hour crush in the Volvo that soothes me after the work day. It's not hyper stimulating. It's not "eager" like a 3-series. And when the road is open I miss that sometimes. Though on a long highway drive the Volvo KILLS. The thing about the eagerness is....I live in Atlanta. Traffic here is pretty much a sun up to sun down reality. For a primary vehicle it's pretty much the perfect ride. Plus it's an event to be passed by another S60 on the road or see a second one in a parking lot. There are literally two S60s at my office and that's the highest S60 density I've encountered in the 2 years I've had it. LOL. Good luck with the channel. Dig your content over on DM and wish you all the best.
ik im 9 months late but what do you think of the sound system? (specifically the bowers and wilkins) im considering one and i wanna know if its worth the extra cash as i really do care about the sound system
I am a huge audiophile. I have a large room in the basement just for my stereo and LP shelves. I will not drive a car with a bad stereo. My last car had a poor stereo and I immediately put about $3k into upgrades via the aftermarket. I give that backstory to say I have heard the B&W. It's stunning. Worth every penny. However couldn't find my combination with the B&W when I bought it and I went with the HK. It's not as good. It is, however, still better than most every factory system out there. It's fantastic. So get the B&W if you can... but don't dismiss the HK out of hand. It's really an exceptional stereo. Hope that helps and I hope you get your Volvo.
Good video! I bought a 2023 S60 T8 Recharge earlier this year as my daily commuter and I get asked about it and complimented on it everywhere I go. I especially love that, in Pure mode, I can commute to and from work on the battery alone, yet still have the full gas tank for longer trips. It blows peoples' minds when I tell them that I only have to fill the tank every three or four months.
I’ve been a Volvo driver since driving a rental S40 down the PCH 20 years ago and not realizing I was going 100mph until I glanced at the speedo. It was just calm, smooth and fun. My very next car purchase was a ‘02 S60 AWD. replaced that with my current daily driver which is’12 S60 T6 AWD. I still enjoy every minute behind the wheel. It’s still quiet and a great ride. And NO RUST even though it’s been through 10+ MN winters. It’s time to start thinking about my next S60 and I think this might be it. Great video.
6:16 Hold the home button for like 3-5 seconds, the screen will go into cleaning mode so you can wipe the screen. At least that's how it works on my 2019 V60
I think volvo has the best seats in the midsize sedan segment, and one of the best interiors. The interior is clean, simple, and makes sense. Its much better than the 3 series with ID8, which is just a giant flatscreen TV in front of you.
But ID8 is lightyears ahead of volvos infotainment in terms of functions and speed. The reaction Time and Smoothness of the Screen in the ID8 is unmatched.
I just bought my 2020 V60 CC out of its lease (no other car I’ve had has ever compelled me to keep it) and look forward to many many more years of soothing driving around chaotic Seattle traffic. Can’t recommend it enough, it fits in in every neighborhood, every mountain pass, the best all rounder IMO.
I have a 2023 S60 T8 Plus Dark for the last 3 months and here's what you need to know: 1. Compared to my previous 2020 S60 T6 AWD this car is much more powerful, it smokes almost any other car within the same price range with the exception of the model 3 performance. The previous S60 was no slouch, but this one is a different ball game. However, this is more of cruiser than a sports car. Steering is a not very connected and it's really out of its element on a super twisty road. If that's your thing - BMW is a better fit. 2. Build quality is top notch. On-par with other medium luxury brands (BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Lexus) although there are some material choices where it's not a great. Compared to the build quality and materials - a model 3 feels like a flimsy toy car built for children. 3. Ride quality is great - the front seats are very comfortable, the suspension does a good job controlling the car's weight without being too soft or too hard. However, road noise is still noticeable and so are poorly paved roads. To be fair, it's less harsh than Audi, seats are more comfy than a BMW (but not as quiet). The rear seats is where things are really problematic. The raised floor and bump really make it hard for more than 2 people to sit in the back and while the seats are comfortable, the angle is too shallow to support adult legs on long trips. 4. Infotainment - that's a hit and miss. Google maps integration as well as Apple Car play (wired) is great. Built in spotify and soundcloud also work wel. Sound is pretty good although not industry best (unless you opt for the ultimate trim and the optional $3200 B&W sound). The system lags a little switching between functions (AC controls, infotainment, camera) and lacks some refinement. Digital dashboard is decent but lack customization. 5. Connected services - a joke. My previous S60 had more options. No trip or odometer info, no fuel economy, no ability to schedule charging !?!? you get remote start, remote lock/unlock, and battery range. 6. The PHEV system takes space out of the trunk, there's not arm rest storage, and a bunch of other small and annoying compromises that feel like a step backwards from the 2020 gas-powered model. One other thing - the use of piano black trim on this car (same as my older one) is really something I'd wish they'd stay away from. Fingerprints, scuffs and tiny scratches galore. 7. Fuel economy - at the electric range is far from accurate. my 6 miles daily commute somehow always shows a drain of 10+ miles despite being in city, flat, and during normal weather (where the manual claims it should actually consume less than the 6 miles). However, overall, it does eventually evens out and able to get ~40 miles of pure electric range. If going on longer trips or when the battery is not fully charged, using the built-in Goolge maps to set trip destination optimized gas/electric usage but it really varies by your commute / trips. I've gotten as low as 29mpg when it's mostly gas. On a 120mile trip I got an average of over 54 mpg (partly electric / partly gas) all in all - pretty happy with the economy. This could be a perfect car for anyone who wants the EV experience without the range anxiety (albeit I do have a garage with a 40Amp 240V circuit making the 7kw L2 charger work well for me).
"not alot of people drive these" Like 40 precent of the swedish market is volvos. 50000 sold 2020. cant drive anywhere without seeing a volvo. all my neighbours have volvos
Agree with pretty much everything you said about Volvo and the car, good video! I've been a car person since I was kid thanks to my parents but never paid attention to Volvo until around 2017 thru 2020. My parents would come to visit me and rent from a place that usually rented BMW's and Mercedes (at the time I was a huge BMW fan) but they started giving us Volvos! The first one we were like "Pffft what is this 'downgrade'?!" but then we drove it and were all impressed! Over those couple of years we probably got 5-6 different models as rental cars and we liked them all and even started to prefer them over the trim levels of BMW/Mercedes they'd rent! Then came 2021 and I was in the market for a new car, started no where close to Volvos, but then remembered all the rental cars we had and decided to check them out for myself and ended up with a 2021 S60 T8 (which only had 415hp at the time) and man that was probably the nicest car & daily driver I ever had! (I use to have a 2008 BMW M3). And the only reason I got rid of it was because the opportunity fell in my lap to get a 2023 V60 T8 Polestar Engineered wagon, which is now my current car/daily driver and the nicest car I've ever had! Besides the more power over the previous model year the Polestar suspension, brakes, and tune make a huge difference! You listed a lot of models you've driven but have you drove a Polestar Engineered model? I'd be curious to hear your take on it. Oh and yes, I agree about the new Google based infotainment system (started in 2022). It does a few things nicer than the old system in my 2021, but in large part they GREATLY removed a lot of features (some very small, like why even bother) and the biggest was the PHYSICAL drive mode button/roller wheel that was in front of the parking brake switch! I read that they supposedly removed it because their research showed hardly anyone used it, but man I used that thing constantly and miss it greatly. Based on a lot of the features that were only in-screen that they removed with this new Google system has me believing they removed it cause it wasn't compatible with the Google system or they didn't want to take the time to figure out how to make it work. But that aside, yea I love my Volvo and do wish more people in the US were aware of them, but like you said as long as they keep making and offering them here I'm ok if not a lot of people know about it too :)
I’m receiving my 2024 S60 T8 Polestar with the Bowers & Wilkins in 2 weeks. It’s been delayed because I live in France and those S60 are apparently built in the US, so I’ve been waiting for 14 months… Can’t wait!
Not many reviewers give credit how much the bowers and wilkins in volvos are actually superior than the other branded speakers in other germans. They're the best
2001 V70 T5 owner. I bought it off-lease 5 years old with 60,000 miles. It now has 211,000 miles and I still love driving it. Volvos are the best road tripping cars! You mentioned the leather steering wheel cover feels like it will last a long time. It will. Mine is still in excellent condition, as are the leather seats. And the body has no rust after all these Iowa winters. Its previous life was in Colorado. Since my car is 22 years old I'm starting to look for its replacement. I'm hoping the T8 drivetrain becomes available on the V90 Cross Country, since that's the closest equivalent to my V70. The V60 and XC60 have significantly smaller cargo capacities. I like the ability to haul large items inside- like 2 8' ladders, 10' lumber, or 800 lbs. of shingles.
There is a launch mode so you don't have to manually brake boost. Put your foot on the brake, floor the accelerator and release the brake. There used to be a physical control for drive modes but they took it away in 2023 models, absolutely everyone hates having to run through the menus. Hopefully they'll at least make it available on the first screen and/or via voice command.
I'd love for them to add the drive mode buttons to the front screen in the bottom section. I honestly forget exactly what that section is for and never use it, so for me it'd be the perfect place for all 4 of those buttons to rest. Here's hoping for a software update!
@@TheDizman I'd be ok with them having it at the bottom with the HVAC buttons, possibly letting you switch between HVAC controls and drive modes. I never mess with the HVAC controls so I wouldn't mess being able to configure those into a menu elsewhere.
I absolutely love Volvos, but the new power train configurations have kinda kept me away from them. A guy in my area has a V60 polestar and it’s absolutely STUNNING. Coming from Audi, I don’t love their touchscreen MMI but the rest of the car design is super clean and the bowers systems seem amazing
100% agree with you. I actually dislike the Volvo AAOS system so much that I’m going to get rid of my V60 Polestar. It’s probably they worst infotainment system out there. I really like the system in our other car (Audi as well) the Volvo system is pretty unsafe.
I ordered my V60 without the B&W. I like a good sound, but the HK is sufficient for me. And besides, it’s a company car I’ll use for 3y/180k km and the B&W would have pushed the price into 80000 Euro’s and it’s difficult to explain to my boss why I need the most expensive radio.
Been looking at getting a 2019-2020 V60 R-Design recently, test drove one and fell in love with them! Dad's had a couple V70R's that made me fall in love with Volvo's. I love all the small features in this one however, the vents on the B pillars for the rear passengers is a lovely touch!
Initially was going to ask if you could choose your drive modes using voice commands. Am astounded that you knocked the info sensus without saying that all the controls you want buttons for are available through voice command. I really like the Volvo senses setup and that audio, cabin temp including steering wheel and seat heat as well as navigation can be controlled via voice command. I seldom touch the senses screen except to go into full map view. I have had Volos since 2006 and love my 2017 V90cc. Only reason I hesitate on V60 T8 is cost. Thanks for the reveiw.
Your point stands but Sensus has been replaced by Android Automotive on all Recharge models (EVs and PHEV's) and of course Google Assistant is second to none.
@@stevensnow4112 No, the voice command coverage is about 25% of what it is in a Sensus car. AAOS is this is very much not ready, they shipped it with a lot of functionality that Sensus had removed and have been slowly adding it back with updates.
Love my 2018 S90. Just an amazing highway car that eats up the speedo. I regularly drive at the top of 6th and 7th gear with no issues. It hates city traffic though.
I dont know about the us, but here in sweden i see a volvo every 3rd car thats on the road. Sure they are great cars, but its become so normal here to have a volvo. almost everyone buys one. I think if i didnt see hundreds of volvos every day i would appreciate the car more. Its a pretty good car tbh.
Coincidentally, I do like the S60 exclusivity. You can go an hour without seeing another one in SE Pa. Also economy - my '23 S60 Recharge since Nov and through the winter . . . 94mpg. Since March, 102mpg. (At $.18 / kWh and av $3.90 for gas, my pennies per mile are 7.26, vs ~15 for my last 2L ICE.)
I love everything about Volvos except that infotainment screen being vertical. I’ve only ever driven the SUVs and it’s just amazing to be in and this saloon is quite enticing as well.
Nice! I recently bought a 2009 S80 T6 with a little over 62,000 mi on it!!! It was a 2 owner car and every service was done at a Volvo dealership. I will be doing a air intake, Polestar tune and an exhaust.
The T8 drive train is notable for it's electric only "pure" mode and the benefits that offers. I think 75% of my daily driving needs are met using just electric. I charge from home which is augmented by my solar system. Hence my transportation expense crazy low. But,,, quite often I use "power mode" to put a grin on my face and enjoy the performance aspect. I think it's the best of two worlds, efficient yet possessing performance ability that is astonishing. I sold my Mercedes Benz C43 AMG and I like the Volvo better. Truly a great car.
@@wesd991 I've only got 21,000km on it. So far zero issues. Ironically it goes in for an annual service on Friday. All routine service is free for 5 years. I also extended the warranty for 5 years. So I suspect I might sell at around 4+ years. 😊 But so far it performs bulletproof. My buddy has a XC90 that is 3 years old with over 50,000 km and 🤞 he too has had no issues. This is in Thailand so the weather conditions are mild and no brutal cold or salt or massive temperature changes etc. While the drive train is somewhat complex it all functions seamlessly. From my perspective I would highly recommend the Volvo T8. And the V60 is a wagon which I really love! 😊 Time will tell but it's looking good in the early days. Oh, fuel economy on gas alone is not very impressive but that could be due to my heavy right foot! Overall quality excellent. Cheers,
Meh sold mine. Had way too many random issues and these things have brake problems. Was told by my service tech that replacing brake pads yearly is a normal thing
Volvos are great ... till they're not. Which is the case often and often with serious engine, mechanical, and electrical issues. See Savage Geese on his personal XC90, too.
@JeromeWilliams-oe9ws I've had two, one 2021 S60 T8, one 2023 S60 T8. Would not recommend either to anyone due to terrible reliability and build quality. I think there's something weird going on for the right hand drive versions. In the UK they're quickly getting a bad rep, the T8 drivetrain in particular is known for blowing itself to bits after 50k miles, if it doesn't fail electrically before that.
i don't understand why people buy audis and bmws that are broken 80% of the time when you could buy a cheaper volvo that lasts longer and runs cheaper while still having "luxury" for cheap
6:29 Our '18 XC90 has a little net on the side of the center console that contains the ziploc pouch for the screenwipe perfectly, it also has instructions to hold the home button to turn off the screen.
S60 is about 15% more efficient due to less weight, less frontal area, better aerodynamics (kamm effect). Just compare the window stickers. They're better looking too. Mine, viewed from the side with no badges visible, was mistaken for a Maserati.
Great video! I have a 2019 S60 T6 R-Design with the polestar tune making 330 hp from the twin-charged 2.0 4Cyl. I would say that car is the sweet spot because it has a slightly more sporty suspension, paddle shifters, and is 800 lbs lighter than the T8. Plus they can be had for about 10K less than the T8, even with the B&W sound (which I had to have). The only downside is that the aftermarket for this SPA generation of Volvos is basically non-existent, but totally agree Volvo is never mentioned in comparison reviews and it should be…
@@toriko143 very very little. There’s Heico exhausts if you don’t mind spending $2K for a mildly more aggressive note. My R-Design came with the factory lower suspension and ground effects kit, which is no longer offered. There are some wheels that will fit, but I haven’t found a set I like with the correct bolt pattern.
I've had two of these, both pre and post facelift, and both had serious drivetrain issues. Be warned, they're brilliant when they work, but boy do they like to go wrong.
@skippynj1979 the prefacelift one I had would suddenly crunch and jolt at slow speeds using pure electric mode, forcing it into gas only for the rest of the drive. The facelifted one completely loses all drive power at random forcing you to pull over and restart it entirely to get going again. That and the build quality has been atrocious on both of them. The prefacelift had a misfitted front bumper that left a half inch panel gap on the front no matter how much you adjusted it, and multiple interior pieces like chair adjustment handles simply fell off. The face-lift had no panel issues, but is full of rattles and part of the decorative dash trim fell off during driving, as well as door seals popping out of place and warping. Both also regularly would catch rocks between the brake disc and heat shield causing an apocalyptic screech for a few miles until it came out. The prefacelift also has a long term issue, though more prevalent on the bigger cars (XC60/90), where essentially the electric motor is underspecced for the weight of the vehicle and prematurely fails. Typically at between 70k and 120k miles, typically just after your warranty expires...
@@e5h5 thank you. My friend is a Volvo tech and confirms the software issue you talk about. I have the polestar 2 and love the way it drives. I hate the interior. I drove the new s60r yesterday and really liked it for the money. I also love the bmw i4 aswell.
@@e5h5 the 12v battery is an issue with all ev and hybrids. Unfortunately car makers are trying to use the the 12v technology because they are utilizing the same 12v accessories from their suppliers. Going to be an interesting 10 years.
Thank you for the review. I too love Volvos, and yes they are understated. I'm looking for one that fit my budget. If I want to get the 2023 or 2024, S60 AWD (gas), do you recommend it? Is it reliable cars? Or just like any other luxury cars, they come with some expensive repairs down the road.
I have ordered the v60 t6 recharge after fifteen years driving a Lexus RX 400h without any complaints and fully satisfied by its reliability. I dont know if i did it right!!!
I know I'm in the minority on this one but I don't think the Bowers sound system is worth it at all. When shopping for mine, I sat in a B&W car and a HK car back to back and the difference was not drastic to me, definitely not +$3000 worth of better.
"The architects have to buy a volvo now because there are no Saabs to buy anymore" true that. I love my Saab 9-5 but modern Volvos are a close approximation to how Saabs might feel if they'd still exist...
So he says u get 41 miles of electric charge does that mean u only have the full 455hp for only 41 miles? Sorry new to plug in hybrids what happens after the 41 miles? It's gas only or still hybrid?
I got a soft spot for wagons, i would like a blacked out V90 or even V60. They look so sick. But im stuck with my 2019 kia Ceed. Great car for the money tho. Got it brand new.
My boss has an IS with the ML. I would say the HK and ML are on par, the B&W better and the S60 is a much better choice if you use your rear seat often for passengers. It's much more comfortable for more than 2 people than the IS. The Lexus is a nice car though. He and I discussed our respective cars and agree you buy the one that feels "right" to you. Good luck with your choice!
P3 S60 owner, and I would own a brand new S60 in a heartbeat, except I don't like the climate control in the screen. I love having physical controls. I love being able to turn on my seat heater instantly when the car is on. If volvo fixed this, I would probably buy a new one today. I also don't like the start / stop switch on the center counsel, I want it back on the dash so it's not easily broken or easily accessed.
All that tech but no wireless car play? C'mon my 2022 Kia Rio has it! Sweet car though, I've always been a fan of Volvos. Not too many cars you see lasting on the roads, but Hondas, Toyotas and Volvos are the ones that last the most.
