Volvo has a great history of making luxury sedans that combine comfort, technology, safety, and performance. The 2021 Volvo S60 is no exception. They are known for having a broad lineup of mid-size luxury Sedans that displays Swedish luxury and performance. The 2021 Volvo S60 is produced to outcompete its rivals in every front.
It comes with a spacious cabin and quality materials with many standard and optional safety and convenience features. The S60 is also available with three different powertrains with a plug-in hybrid available for those concerned about fuel economy in Tampa.
What’s New for 2021?
The S60 Plug-in Hybrid model gains a new and powerful 11.6-kWh battery pack. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster is now standard on all S60 models. The R-Design trim gains various standard features, including a multicolor ambient interior lighting, four-zone climate control, and a redesigned dashboard. A high-quality Bowers and Wilkins stereo system is now standard on Polestar models, which is the highest trim that the 2021 Volvo S60 offers.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The 2021 S60 is available with three powertrains, which our Clearwater drivers appreciate. A T5 powertrain powers the base Volvo S60. It is composed of a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive delivers 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The EPA rates the S60 with this powertrain at 23 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.
The Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription models are available with T6 all-wheel-drive powertrain. This powertrain is the T5 plus a supercharger and eight-speed automatic transmission. Power output is increased to 316 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. S60 with this powertrain delivers an acceleration time of 5.8 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. The EPA rates the fuel economy of the Volvo S60 with this powertrain at 21/32 mpg city/highway.
The S60 R-Design and Inscription models are available with the T8 plug-in hybrid powertrain that pairs an 11.6 kWh battery, a rear electric motor, and a supercharged-turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. This powertrain produces a total of 400 horsepower and 494 pound-feet of torque. The Polestar-tuned T8 generates 415 horsepower and 494 pound-feet of torque and accelerates to 60mph in only 4.5 seconds.
The Volvo S60 with the T8 plug-in hybrid delivers an all-electric range of 22 miles and 69 mpg-e combined when running on both gas and electricity or 30 mpg combined on gas alone.
Other Freqently Asked Questions About the 2021 Volvo S60
What safety and driver-assistance features does the 2021 Volvo S60 offer?
The 2021 S60 has not yet been crash-tested by the NTSA and the IIHS. However, the standard and available features make it one of the safest sedans on amny Dunedin street. It comes standard with a forward-collision warning system with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist. Available features include a blind-spot monitoring system, rear-cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and a 360-degree camera system.
What are the key tech features of the Volvo S60?
All 2021 S60 comes standard with a vertically-fitted 9.0-inch touchscreen that features standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, and satellite radio. A 10-speaker audio system is standard on the Momentum trim. The Inscription is equipped with a 14-speaker premium Harman Kardon audio system while the Polestar Engineered models feature a 15-speaker Bowers and Wilkins premium audio system.
The 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is also standard on all models.
What are the main comfort features in the 2021 S60?
The 2021 S60 features available heated seats, heated steering, message seats, leather upholstery, a head-up display, four-zone climate control, and a standard roomy cabin.
How many trim levels does the Volvo S60 offer, and which one is the best?
The 2021 S60 is available with four trims, the Momentum, R-Design, Inscription, and the Polestar Engineered. The Polestar Engineered is the most powerful of the four and comes standard with most safety and technology features.
See the Volvo S60 at Ferman Volvo Cars of Tarpon Springs
When you're ready to learn more and test drive a Volvo S60 for yourself, we invite you to make the short drive from Palm Harbor to our Volvo dealership in Tarpon Springs. We can give you more information about this impressive vehicle and make sure you feel like you're making an informed purchase.
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