Expert Reviews from Around the Web
We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 4 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2006 Volvo S60 OverviewSource: CarGurus...That means that you'll have a full roster of safety features that have given the Swedish company its well-deserved reputation for many decades. Lifesaving amenities such as ABS, air bags, traction and stability control, and fog lights (front and rear) come standard on the S60. Each car also comes with conveniences like cruise control, a trip computer, and heated power mirrors at no extra cost. These automobiles are also known for their extremely comfortable seats, which are made even cozier with optional front-seat heaters. User reviews run to both extremes. Some say that the S60 exhibits... |
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2006 volvo s60 Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Both the 2.4 and T5 can be equipped with either a five-speed manual or a five-speed automatic transmission, while the 2.5T and 2.5T AWD are available only with the automatic. Automanual functionality is available on all models except the 2.4. Safety: Safety features include side airbags for front occupants, side curtain airbags for front and rear passengers, anti-submarine seats and whiplash-reducing head restraints. Stability control is standard on the T5 and optional for all other models. In government crash testing, the Volvo S60 scored four out of five stars for the driver and front... |
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2006 Volvo S60 R OverviewSource: CarGurus...and 300 horses under the hood? What's not to like? The turbocharged Volvo S60 R is certainly quite a package, especially when you shop it against other European sedans with similar amenities. Those who have compared before buying the S60 R found that they didn't have to pay extra for stuff that the competitor considered optional. It's a fun, fast car with a commendable ride, although at 18 city/24 highway it doesn't win any prizes for efficiency. Still, that turbocharged stable will make the drive to and from work a little more fun, and you really can't put a price on that. Several options... |
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2006 Volvo S60 Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Both 2.5T models come only with a five-speed automatic, but Geartronic operation is optional. Safety Volvo's safety package for the S60 includes standard side-impact airbags and whiplash protection for front occupants, side curtain-type airbags that protect front and rear occupants, and antilock brakes. Dynamic Stability and Traction Control is standard on the T5 and R models and optional on 2.5T sedans. Driving Impressions Superior construction tops the list of S60 attributes, followed by refinement. Turbocharged engines are quiet and produce eager and energetic performance, albeit modestly... |
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