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Handsome Wagon: 2019 Volvo V60

December 18, 2018 by admin 2 Comments

2019 Volvo V60


The V60 is all new and handsomely designed at that.

Just as some manufacturers are distancing themselves from cars, Volvo is embracing them. Further, these car models are not just sedans, but wagons. Indeed, this Swedish automaker offers not one, but two wagon models, including the all-new 2019 V60.

No, Volvo isn’t neglecting SUVs — you’ll find three lines in the brand’s portfolio. Presently, the automaker is also offering two wagons and a pair of sedans, giving it seven model lines. There isn’t a Volvo coupe or sports car to be found, as four-door models comprise the entire lineup.

2019 Volvo V60

2019 Volvo V60 Overview

The 2019 Volvo V60 launches this model’s second generation, replacing the previous model which debuted in 2015. The latest model is based on Volvo’s common modular architecture, which it shares with every other current Volvo model. The V60 wagon is closely aligned with the S60 sedan and the XC60 utility vehicle.

Volvo offers the 2019 V60 in Momentum ($38,900), R-Design ($43,900), and Inscription ($49,400) trims. From there, Volvo divides the product line between T5 FWD (front-wheel drive) and T6 AWD (all-wheel drive) choices, with prices increasing by $4,500 for the latter.

2019 Volvo V60There is a difference in powertrains too as the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is turbocharged with the first choice and both turbocharged and supercharged with the second choice. All models benefit from an eight-speed automatic transmission.

You’ll find ample package offerings with each V60 trim. Base models offer a Heated Front Seats & Heated Steering Wheel Package ($750) and a Premium Package ($2,050, with a rearview mirror compass, automatic dimming mirrors, retractable side mirrors, front & rear park assist, a blind spot information system with cross-traffic alert and autobrake, keyless entry, a hands-free power liftgate, and Homelink. Volvo also bundles these two under an Advanced Package ($2,500).

There is also a Multimedia Package ($2,500, with a 13-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system, navigation and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Volvo concludes the Momentum model’s package offerings with a Linear Lime Deco Inlay Package ($600), which adds footwell lights, mood lights and puddle lamps. The cabin is also dressed in eye-popping linear lime deco inlays.

If you select the mid-grade R-Design trim, you’ll find one package choice, the Advanced Package ($2,500). The top-trim Inscription offers a Heated Rear Seats & Heated Steering Wheel Package ($750) and the Advanced Package ($750). You’ll also find an exclusive-to-the-trim Luxury Seat Package ($2,200, backrest massage front seats, power-adjustable side support for the front seats, and ventilated front seats with your choice of one of four Nappa leather colors and patterns).

2019 Volvo V60

Design Highlights

Gone is the boxy look of previous Volvo models. The new V60 matches quite well with the S60 sedan from the front bumper to the C pillar (behind the rear seats). A pronounced grille with Volvo’s trademark insignia kicks things off, but the drama quotient is only raised with the standard LED headlights with Thor’s Hammer daytime running lights. This makes for an eye-catching look and the V60 wears it well.

2019 Volvo V60With the V60, Volvo makes a tremendous effort to not make the V60 look like your typical wagon. Sure, the overall look is just that, but with luscious curves, distinct lines and a robust stance, this isn’t anything like your Ford Country Squire of long ago.

Design elements from other Volvo models are apparent here, including the oversized hooked tail lamps. The look is at once practical as it is elegant, proving that a wagon is a viable option in a market crowded with crossovers.

2019 Volvo V60Inside, the cabin is open, with clean lines and pretty materials evident. As you would expect, driver controls are strategically placed and ergonomic. The front seats are firm, yet supportive and comfortable. The second-row seat offers ample legroom and is ideal for two adults. The driveline hump, however, makes it difficult to justify using the middle position. Storage capacity measures 29 cubic feet behind the second row or 48.2 cubic feet with the rear seat folded.

All models have full power accessories, a tilt-and-telescopic steering column, dual-zone climate control, and a load compartment cover. Upgrades include a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated seats, and a power-folding rear seat.

Safety & Technology

You’re not going to find every conceivable safety feature included with the Volvo V60, but they’re readily available. We already outlined the packages, which complete the safety offerings when chosen.

The standard trim offers lane keeping aid, oncoming lane mitigation, and roadside information. Upgrade to the R-Design trim and you’ll find a blind spot information system with cross-traffic alert and automatic braking, rear collision warning, and front and rear park assist. At the Inscription level, the safety features are unchanged.

2019 Volvo V60

We like that Volvo doesn’t skimp on technologies as even the base model comes well equipped. Here, you’ll find a 9-inch display screen, one that’s far easier to use than the previous layout. You’ll also find a 10-speaker, 220-watt audio system, HD Radio, satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, and Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto smartphone integration.

Upgrades include a navigation system and a 13-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.

On the Road with the Volvo V60

With Volvo, you get a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and nothing else. But it is what Volvo does with the engine that makes all difference. All T5 models have a turbocharger, while T6 models combine a supercharger and a turbocharger. The T8 trim isn’t available with the V60, at least not yet, but it builds on the T6 by adding hybrid technology for the strongest model yet.

Volvo’s powertrain approach isn’t right for everyone, but it is workable. An eight-speed automatic transmission is universal to all contemporary Volvo models.

2019 Volvo V60

Our equipped V60 T6 is an all-wheel-drive model packing 316 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, which supplies more power than most V6 engines have and equal to V8 power from a generation ago. The supercharger-turbocharger combination means there isn’t any turbo lag present. Further, you’ll get ample front- and back-end boost, something no other forced-induction engine supplies.

With ample power at the ready, the only thing missing is the vroom of a robust naturally aspirated motor. Fortunately, Volvo doesn’t fake things with an electronically enhanced exhaust. The engine’s din, though, is noisy. The transmission shoots off gears with precision and steering is weighted. There is some body roll on twisty roads, but not to the level of some crossovers. The available electronically controlled shock absorbers are managed with a dial and four settings.

Parting Thoughts: 2019 Volvo V60

Do you need or want a wagon? Volvo certainly hopes so. There aren’t many manufacturers offering one, which makes a comparison difficult. We drove the Buick Regal TourX model earlier this year, but the Volvo is better equipped and a cut above in materials used.

Overall, the V60 finds an intriguing medium between the XC60 crossover and S60 sedan. Beginning in 2019, you’ll also find a “Cross Country” version, which features a one-inch higher profile and special underbody cladding. It has off-road connotations, but you’ll want to keep it on the road.


2019 Volvo V60

2019 Volvo V60


 

2019 Volvo S60 Specifications

 

    • Sticker price from $39,895 (including a $995 destination charge)
    • Price as tested: $52,350
    • Seats 5 occupants
    • Engine No. 1: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four gas
    • 250 horsepower @ 5,500 RPM
    • 258 foot-pounds of torque @ 4,800 RPM
    • Engine No. 2: 2.0-liter turbo/supercharged inline-four gas
    • 316 horsepower @ 5,700 RPM
    • 295 foot-pounds of torque @ 5,400 RPM
    • 8-speed automatic transmission
    • Wheelbase: 113.1 inches
    • Length: 187.4 inches
    • Width: 80.3 inches (with mirrors)
    • Height: 56.2 inches
    • Passenger volume: NR
    • Storage volume: 29.0/48.2 cubic feet
    • Towing capacity: NR
    • EPA: 24/36 mpg (I4 FWD); 22/31 mpg (CC AWD); 21/31 mpg (AWD)
    • Premium grade gasoline
    • Fuel tank: 15.9/14.5/13.2 gallons (gas)
    • Curb weight: From 3,657 to 3,907 pounds
    • IIHS safety rating: Pending
    • Limited vehicle warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
    • Powertrain warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
    • Corrosion warranty: 12 years/unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Ridgeville, South Carolina USA

2019 Volvo V60

2019 Volvo V60


See Also — Compact, Luxury SUV: 2019 Volvo XC40

2019 Volvo S60 photos copyright Auto Trends Magazine or Volvo Cars USA.


Filed Under: New Car Reviews Tagged With: 2019 cars, all-wheel drive, four-cylinder engine, SUPERCHARGER, TURBOCHARGER, VOLVO S60, Volvo V60, Volvo XC60, wagon

Polestar Powered: 2019 Volvo S60

November 24, 2018 by admin 4 Comments

Fast times in a Polestar sedan.

2019 Volvo S60 Polestar
A small badge on the face of this model indicates a Polestar version.

Electrification is now a significant part of what Volvo is all about. Indeed, the Swedish automaker continues to roll out plug-in variants of its cars and crossovers, models which are more efficient but also pack a strong punch.

The 2019 Volvo S60 is one such model, an all-new entry-level sedan with a boosted four-cylinder engine and an available all-wheel-drive plug-in version. It launches this sedan’s third generation, once again putting this sedan in the crosshairs of the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Other competitors include the Jaguar XE, Lexus IS, Lincoln MKZ, and the Infiniti Q50.

Thus, the challenge for Volvo is not only to do battle with a handful of strong competitors, but also to woo crossover-minded customers to the sedan. The task is daunting, but Volvo appears ready to engage.

2019 Volvo S60

Volvo’s plan to fully electrify its product line is on course as each new model now offers a plug-in version. Further, this automaker now offers just one gasoline engine in each of its models, a four-cylinder direct-injected workhorse with a displacement of 2.0 liters.

What Volvo does with this engine in each application makes all the difference. Its T5 models include a turbocharger and make 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Power is routed to the front wheels.

Volvo T6 models combine a supercharger with the turbocharger to increase the performance output to 316 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. Here, power is sent to all four wheels.

2019 Volvo S60
The Volvo S60 T8 represents a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.

At the top of the power spectrum is the all-wheel-drive T8, which utilizes the T6’s engine and adds twin electric motors attached to the front and rear axles. This particular arrangement raises the performance quotient to 400 horsepower and 472 pound-feet of torque

But wait…there is more! Indeed, the “more” is a Polestar variant of the T8, a model which sees a boost in performance to 415 horsepower. Lucky for me, it was the Polestar version that supplied me with neck-snapback performance for a week of surprisingly fun driving.

By the way, every S60 model has an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Son of a Volvo S90

The Volvo S60 looks a lot like a Volvo S90, the automaker’s flagship sedan. Notably, every new Volvo product is derived from a single global architecture, thus the S60 shares much with its larger counterpart.

This means the S60 has a look that is as elegant as the S90 with its bold grille marked with Volvo’s signature emblem. Moreover, most trims have “Thor’s hammer” accent lights, which add a dramatic touch wherever they’re present. Equally fetching, you’ll find statement-making “E-shaped” LED tail lamps.

Front to back, the S60 is muscular, yet elegant. Its tapered hood, firm shoulders, late-rising beltline, and notched rear deck suggests a model in motion without appearing overwrought. The Polestar trims add discreet badging, Brembo brakes and special rims to enhance that look.

2019 Volvo S60 R-Design
The S60 in R-Design guise. (Photo courtesy Volvo Cars USA)

Inside, the cabin is roomy with space for five. Yes, four is ideal, but five will find room in a pinch.

The S60’s interior aligns with the brand’s other cabins, delivering a distinct yet minimalistic look with choice materials and excellent fit and finish. The dashboard is layered, with pleasing lines and chrome touches and available wood trim adding visual interest. Soft-touch materials and leather dominate on the top-end model.

When it comes to seating, Volvo excels. The front seats are not simply supportive but crafted to hold your upper and lower back and torso in comfort. I’ve driven many luxury models with supposed comfortable seats, but few reach Volvo’s level of comfort.

As for the rear seat, perhaps the biggest challenge for some is legroom — unlucky for you if you’re tall and the front passengers are tall too. But this problem is common among competing models, not just Volvo.

Safety & Technology

Volvo is synonymous with safety, as its vehicles are typically at the forefront of all things passenger and pedestrian protection. But we won’t assume that everyone knows what this means, so a review of the standard and available safety features are in order.

Where the previous model earned a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), we believe the new model will attain the institute’s Top Safety Pick+ rating. That improvement is due largely to the active bending light technology, which improves lighting range, especially when cornering.

In any case, all 2019 S60 models come with such features as a lane keeping aid, oncoming lane mitigation, run-off road mitigation, collision mitigation support (rear), automatic braking after a collision, and blind spot information with rear cross-traffic alert.

2019 Volvo S60 Polestar
Polestar models feature unique interior touches, including seatbelts
that match the Brembo brake covers. (Photo courtesy Volvo Cars USA)

An available package upgrade brings in Pilot Assist, which is a semi-autonomous drive system with adaptive cruise control. Some models make available a blind spot information system with cross-traffic alert. In all, Volvo Cars continue to make safety a priority in every vehicle it builds.

On the tech front, we’ve seen Volvo make a strong improvement with its recent models. The automaker’s branded Sensus interface was at one time a mishmash of buttons, knobs and switches, a complex affair at first glance and difficult to learn moving forward.

The current iteration, however, is much simpler with its big, crisp touchscreen supplying at-the-ready commands and clear instructions. That doesn’t mean the system is simple through and through. For instance, you must use the panel to find the seat heating and heated steering wheel functions — they’re not front and center, but at least you can locate them and adjust accordingly.

Among the standard features are an audio package, Bluetooth connectivity, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, USB connections, and satellite radio. The list of upgrades includes a 360-degree surround-view camera, Harman Kardan or Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound audio packages, a head-up display, and navigation.

On the Road With a 2019 Volvo S60

I fully expected the S60 to deliver ample power, yet I was unprepared with how strong a performer this sedan is. Likely, most buyers will find the standard T5 or T6 models sufficiently pleasing, matching the best of their German counterparts with ease.

But the T8 brings this model to a whole new level, thanks mostly to electrification, which amplifies performance, but without the drama. This means the sedan is fast but relatively quiet as it moves about. And it operates somewhat in the vein of the Tesla Model S too, which delivers its power electrically. Thus, there is more of a pleasing hum accompanying the sedan when operating at full throttle — wholly unlike the raucous boom of the M3.

2019 Volvo S60 Sensus
An all-new Sensus interface is a welcome improvement. (Photo courtesy Volvo Cars USA)

Polestar is Volvo’s performance division and with the enhanced T8 model the sedan has lightweight 19-inch wheels, firm dampers, and Brembo brakes. Credit Volvo with delivering weighted, yet crisp steering with remarkable handling.

Brake-based torque vectoring keeps this sedan planted on weaving roads and with up to half the engine’s torque sent to the rear axle, the power distribution is welcome. This Volvo grips well and only the slightest amount of understeer is present while engaging in enthusiastic driving.

Quite frankly, it is hard to believe that a four-cylinder engine powers this model. But with a supercharger, turbocharger and electrification joining in, boosted power makes it seem like a robust V8 is under the hood.

Parting Thoughts: 2019 Volvo S60

Volvo has come a long way in a few short years as it has replaced each of its current models with new ones, added a few additional variants, and overhauled its powertrain structure.

At some point, we’ll see fully electric Volvos joining its PHEV versions, perhaps powering some future models exclusively. At press time, we don’t have the fuel economy numbers of the S60 T8, but with judicious use of the plug-in option, 30 mpg seems likely. Further, when most of your trips are short, the electric side provides a 21-mile range, ensuring that your stops at the pumps are further apart.

Until recently, we didn’t mention Volvo products often when comparing European, Asian and American luxury models. But with a fresh product line enhanced by modern powertrains, advanced technologies, and pleasing interiors, we think Volvo is worthy of that comparison.


2019 Volvo S60
Sharp tail lamps bring up the rear on this S60 sedan.

2019 Volvo S60 Specifications

  • Sticker price from $36,795 (including a $995 destination charge)
  • Price as tested: $60,000 (est.)
  • Seats 5 occupants
  • Engine No. 1: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four gas
  • 250 horsepower @ 5,500 RPM
  • 258 foot-pounds of torque @ 4,800 RPM
  • Engine No. 2: 2.0-liter turbo/supercharged inline-four gas
  • 316 horsepower @ 5,700 RPM
  • 295 foot-pounds of torque @ 5,400 RPM
  • Engine No. 3: 2.0-liter turbo/supercharged inline-four gas with two electric motors
  • 400 horsepower @ 6,000 RPM
  • 472 foot-pounds of torque @ 5,400 RPM
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Wheelbase: 113.1 inches
  • Length: 187.4 inches
  • Width: 80.3 inches
  • Height: 56.6 inches
  • Passenger volume: NR
  • Storage volume: 11.6 cubic feet
  • Towing capacity: NR
  • EPA: 24/36 mpg (I4 FWD); 21/32 mpg (I-4 super); TBD mpg (PHEV)
  • Premium grade gasoline
  • Fuel tank: 15.9/14.5/13.2 gallons (gas)
  • Curb weight: From 3,657 to 3,907 pounds
  • IIHS safety rating: Pending
  • Limited vehicle warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
  • Corrosion warranty: 12 years/unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Ridgeville, South Carolina USA

See Also — Compact, Luxury SUV: 2019 Volvo XC40

2019 Volvo S60 photos copyright Auto Trends Magazine or Volvo Cars USA.


Filed Under: New Car Reviews Tagged With: 2019 cars, 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, all-wheel drive, four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive, Polestar, Ridgeville, SENSUS, South Carolina, SUPERCHARGER, TURBOCHARGER, VOLVO S60

The Premium Compact 2016 Acura ILX

January 5, 2016 by admin 3 Comments

Acura’s ILX offers a sleek exterior, a prosaic interior, and a price point keeping in line with this compact gateway sedan’s contribution to the premium segment.

2016 Acura ILX

Acura is a nameplate searching for an identity. Launched three decades ago by American Honda to provide a line of upscale products for the US market, Acura falls under the “luxury brand” mantle, but its model line is composed chiefly of vehicles based on the Honda brand’s front-wheel drive platforms.

The lack of a clear chassis distinction between the two brands has hindered sales even as its chief competitors continue to add new models and build vehicles exclusive to these brands. That fact doesn’t mean Acura has little to offer, but it does mean shoppers should understand what the Acura marque is about and manage their perceptions and expectations accordingly.

2016 Acura ILX

A 2016 Acura ILX entered my test fleet as one calendar year gave way to the next, providing additional time for me to spend with this compact model. The ILX is the entry-level sedan in the segment and is based on the same chassis underpinning the Honda Civic sedan. The remainder of the Acura line is composed of the TLX and RLX sedans as well as the RDX and MDX crossover SUVs.

Importantly, an all-new Acura NSX super car arrives this year, a much-needed and highly anticipated halo model for the brand. The NSX’s high six-figure cost and limited availability will do little to bolster sales directly, but it should invite closer inspection of the entire brand.

Acura prices the ILX from $27,900, effectively undercutting the starting price for models from BMW, Cadillac, Lexus and Mercedes-Benz. All ILXs are powered by a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine making 201 horsepower and comes paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The front-wheel drive ILX is also available in Premium ($29,900) and Technology Plus & A-Spec models ($34,890). Thus, a well-equipped model should cost about $35,000.

2016 Acura ILX

Not Available: All-Wheel Drive

The ILX is also the only Acura model without available all-wheel drive. That’s an option you can find in the competing Buick Regal and Volvo S60 as well as in higher-end rear-wheel drive-based luxury models, such as the BMW 3 Series, Lexus’ IS, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Although the dimensions of the ILX parallel the Honda Civic, happily there is much that is different for Acura’s most affordable product. Introduced in 2013, the ILX provides a sleek style with a bold front fascia marked by jewel-eyed headlamps and LED accents. Acura’s upswept be-chromed grille is present, along with distinct embrasures housing the available fog lamps. Together, Acura presents a look that is at once sporty as it is upscale.

The ILX has a long hood, a short rear deck, and a sporty profile with a sweeping roof line, an even belt line, upper and lower character lines, and fashionable 17-inch alloy wheels. At the rear is a trunk lip spoiler, wrap around combination lamps, and reflector lights.

2016 Acura ILX

A-Spec Enhanced Interior

Inside, Acura provides room for five, but is much more useful for four. Fold down the rear center seat arm rest and you lose a seating position, but you end up with a more comfortable passenger arrangement. The rear bench seat also folds flat, providing access to the trunk. Leg room is tight, making this model more ideal for the single person or young couple or for the young family with small children.

Up front, the seats are adequately bolstered and comfortable. The driver sits behind a tilt and telescopic steering column; on the face of the leather-stitched wrapped steering wheel are the phone, audio and secondary driver controls.

My test model, a top-of-the-line A Spec, came with aluminum pedals. This model features a two-analog display instrument panel with a digital driver’s information center. At the top of the center stack is the telematics display panel for navigation followed by a second display underneath for the audio system. Switches and knobs for managing the audio and climate control systems follow.

At the base of the stack is a large, enclosed storage compartment, suitable for holding your smartphone. Smartphone connectivity is achieved by running your cord to the covered storage compartment between the front seats, itself doubling as an armrest. Also present between the seats are the switches for seat heating and a transmission stick as well as a pair of cup holders.

2016 Acura ILX

Refinement and NVH

Refinement, unfortunately, is not the ILX’s strong suit. The interior has more than its share of plastics, brightwork trim and other materials that do little to amplify this model’s high-end status. Standard “leatherette” seats can be replaced with perforated leather or suede, but the overall look still comes across as utilitarian.

On the NVH spectrum (noise, vibration and harshness), I detected a constant rattling emanating from the center stack — noise not especially noticeable with the audio system blaring, but otherwise discernible when the cabin should have been relatively quiet. Opening and closing various compartments did nothing to mitigate the rattling, which seemed entirely out of place in the Acura.

Another area where the ILX falls short is with the doors. Access and egress is tight, especially at the rear. Shut the doors and the unmistakable solid thump common to more expensive cars is just not there.

2016 Acura ILX
2016 Acura ILX

Peppy Engine and a DCT

One of the strongest attributes of the ILX is its powertrain. Here, Acura offers a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine and pairs it with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). The combination yields sufficient power while enabling exceptional fuel economy — 36 mpg on the highway.

The DCT shifts faster than a normal automatic, using one clutch for odd-numbered gears and a second clutch for even-numbered gears. A torque converter is also present to ensure smooth acceleration from a stop. Yes, you can operate this model in manual mode to shift your way up and down the 8 gear-step range.

With the ILX, Acura also employs a drive-by-wire throttle system. Instead of using a conventional throttle cable to accelerate the sedan, Acura uses electronics to achieve the same result. This electronic connection between the accelerator pedal and engine throttle is designed to achieve quicker and more efficient response and will probably be hardly noticed by most drivers. It wasn’t something I thought about much while behind the wheel and that’s probably a good thing.

As for the engine, it spools up and delivers sufficient power around town, as you enter the freeway as well as on the open road. Had Acura gone with something less powerful, it would only have amplified this model’s basic status. On the other hand, although a more powerful motor might be welcome, it wouldn’t be adequate apart from the positive handling effects of all-wheel drive.

The engine is noisy and raspy, making its presence known especially as you press hard on the accelerator. Noisy four bangers seem more appropriate for a Focus RS or a Civic Si, but less so with the ILX. Nevertheless, it is what it is and that issue may not be an especially big deal for most people.

2016 Acura ILX

Steering and Handling

Among the more positive features of the ILX are its suspension system. For 2016, the front suspension system bushings have been revised and the rear stabilizer bar thickened. These changes provide an improved road feel while increasing overall stability. Further, the reactive dampers help absorb minor road vibration while also reducing body roll.

Handling for the ILX is as you would expect it to be in any small, front-wheel drive model. Fortunately, torque steer is not a concern and this sedan manages curves without drama.

2016 Acura ILX

Your Choice of Entry-Level Models

As far as choosing the ILX, there are many other models from competing manufacturers, which might also be considered. The Audi A3 is one of the better ones in this price range and offers superior refinement all around. In addition, Buick and Volvo bring in all-wheel drive and offer additional powertrain options.

To sum up, the ILX is not a strong entry-level model for the Acura line. What it does have going for it is superior reliability and a host of safety features, all part of the AcuraWatch Plus package.


2016 Acura ILX

  • Sticker price from $27,900
  • Price as tested: $35,000 (estimated)
  • Seats 5
  • 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine
  • 201 horsepower @ 6,800 RPM
  • 180 foot-pounds of torque @ 3,600 RPM
  • 3.43 inches bore by 3.90 inches stroke
  • Engine compression ratio: 11.6-to-1
  • 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
  • Wheelbase: 105.1 inches
  • Length: 181.9 inches
  • Width: 70.6 inches
  • Height: 55.6 inches
  • Passenger volume: 89.3 cubic feet
  • Storage volume: 12.3 cubic feet
  • Towing capacity: Not rated
  • EPA: 25 mpg city, 36 mpg highway
  • Premium grade gasoline
  • Fuel tank: 13.2 gallons
  • Curb weight: From 3,115 pounds
  • IIHS safety rating: Top safety pick+
  • Limited vehicle warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty: 6 years/70,000 miles
  • Corrosion warranty: 5 years/unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Greensburg, Indiana

Photos copyright Auto Trends Magazine.

Filed Under: New Car Reviews Tagged With: 2016 cars, ACURA ILX, ACURA NSX, AUDI A3, BUICK REGAL, dual-clutch transmission, front-wheel drive, PREMIUM, VOLVO S60

Made-In-China Volvo S60 Inscription Impresses

October 26, 2015 by admin 5 Comments

Volvo China exports extended wheelbase S60 Inscription edition to the US.

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription

Brutally tough competition and a change of owners has not brought Volvo Cars to ruination. Instead, the Swedish automaker continues to exploit a safety niche, while bringing forth an assembly of new and updated products.

The Volvo S60 is not new, but it occupies the entry point for the brand, in particular for sedan shoppers. Introduced in 2001, the second-generation model arrived in 2010 and is now in its seventh model year. That’s a bit long in a segment where changes occur about once every six years, but a 2014 refresh along with a Cross Country variant introduced for 2016 keeps this model relevant. Also new is an extended wheelbase Inscription edition — more about that later.

Unlike many of its competitors, the Volvo S60 is based on a front-wheel drive platform with all-wheel drive available. The competing BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Lexus IS, and Infiniti Q50 are each based on rear-wheel drive architecture. On the other hand, the Audi A4, Lincoln MKZ, and the Acura TLX are like the S60 with standard front-wheel drive and optional all-wheel drive. Another Lexus entry-level sedan, the ES series, doesn’t even offer available all-wheel drive for that front-wheel drive only sedan.

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

Unless you put premium on handling and performance, the platforms may not matter all that much. What may make a difference are the engine choices available, although it is safe to say that you still have them with the 2016 Volvo S60. At some point Volvo plans to dispense with engines larger than four cylinders, meaning the available inline-five and V-6 engines will go away.

My test model was a 2016 Volvo S60 T5 Drive-E Inscription FWD sedan. With Volvo, you need a scorecard to understand what the sub-models mean. Even then, clarity may remain elusive.

The base model is the T5 Drive-E followed by the T5 AWD, T5 Drive-E Inscription and the T5 AWD Inscription. The T6 Drive-E and the T6 AWD R-Design follow. Each sub-model is further divided, typically with premier and platinum packages. A high performance S60 Polestar is marketed separately as is the S60 Cross Country, the latter representing a raised platform variant. Whew!

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

Volvo prices the 2016 S60 from $33,950. The model as tested had a base price of $38,700 and a final sticker price of $45,925. The upgrades included the Platinum package ($3,000) with a Harman Kardon premium sound system, active dual xenon headlights, keyless entry and safety upgrades. A $1,300 climate package brought in heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel and a heated windshield. A park assist package ($1,425) added a blind spot information system, while metallic paint represented a $560 upgrade.

Volvo’s entire line of engines are turbocharged, with one engine choice turbocharged and supercharged. The model at hand was powered by a 2.0-liter, turbocharged engine, making 240 horsepower and 258 foot-pounds of torque. Depending on the model selected a 2.5-liter, five-cylinder or a 3.0-liter, V-6 are also available. On closer inspection, you’ll see that the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a turbo adds a supercharger in select models. Regardless of your engine choice, an 8-speed automatic transmission is standard.

The S60 offers a sporty presentation with sweeping lines present from bumper to bumper. The look is at once athletic as it is luxurious, a combination that works best in this segment. The front fascia is marked by a broad grille with the trademark Volvo insignia also present. Wraparound headlamps with LED accent lights, a sporty lower grille and pockets for the LED fog lights are also present.

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

The Volvo S60 has muscular shoulders, large wheel wells, upper profile character lines and side sculpting. The roof line sweeps back to its raised rear deck. That deck is marked by oversized wraparound combination lights and in some models a diffuser with two exhaust tips.

Choose the Inscription package and this model has a power moonroof and Inscription details on the front door kick plates. All S60 models come with alloy wheels and coordinating or contrasting side mirror covers.

Inside, the advantage of standard front-wheel drive becomes apparent as the center drivetrain hump sits lower than in a rear-wheel drive model. That means five people can sit in comfort, with generous amounts of head and legroom. Three large people in the back can make for tight space around the shoulders and at the hips. That’s no worse than any other entry-level luxury sedan I’ve driven.

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

Some people may be surprised to discover I am speaking so highly of the S60’s rear seat. After all, the S60 has never garnered accolades for its roomy back seat, but in 2016 it does, provided you choose the made-in-China Inscription model. That’s right, the Inscription S60 is made in Chengdu and limited quantities are shipped to the US. The benefit of this edition is an extra three inches added between the wheels and 3.4 inches of additional legroom in the back seat.

One thing you can say about Volvo interiors is that they are typically well constructed, simply laid out and fairly easy to decipher. The lone exception may be the Sensus Connect infotainment display with its tablet-like keyboard, but other than that you have a cabin where the driver controls are ergonomically placed, the instrument panel is composed of analog and digital readouts, and the secondary driver controls are located on the steering wheel.

The test model offered seats dressed in leather along with wood trim and aluminum accents on the door inlays and around the center stack. Soft touch materials cover the dashboard and are found on the inside top of the doors as well as between the seats. The front seats are supportive and safe — indeed, the space-aged design offers superior whiplash protection, representing just one of several safety features apparent.

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

The top of the center stack is marked by a color display. At the bottom of the stack is where said Sensus Connect keyboard resides with its many switches and knobs controlling the telematics and climate control systems. Sensus Connect offers wireless connectivity via Bluetooth, smartphone tethering, a WiFi hotspot, and a navigation system with a host of apps. Earlier media preview models offered access to this password-enabled system, but not this go around — my suggestion here is to spend time with a knowledgeable dealer representative to learn how to work the system before you drive off the dealer lot.

Volvo has long had a reputation for being a safety pioneer. For years, it enjoyed an edge over its competitors in the keeping-you-safe department. In more recent years, however, all manufacturers have been trumpeting their own safety initiatives, using steel cages, stiffer bodies and a host of technologies to achieve their goals.

But Volvo’s safety lead seems intact as each of its models, including the S60, continues to pull down the Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Further, its available collision avoidance technologies continue to set the pace, including its City Safety system, what automatically brakes your Volvo. The system is optimized to detect and protect pedestrians and cyclists alike, warning the driver and applying the brakes automatically if necessary. Safety remains an important attribute for all things Volvo and this manufacturer continues to provide it generously.

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

So, how does the S60 perform on the road? Quite frankly, it moves off the mark with confidence and reaches highway speeds briskly. Some turbo lag is present, but it isn’t especially annoying. I enjoyed pushing the sedan as I took it out on the highway, passing traffic with ease.

Torque steer, common in front-wheel drive models was manageable, what causes the vehicle to move slightly to the left and to the right when the accelerator is pressed. That problem is largely mitigated with all-wheel drive, which begs this question — why not opt for all-wheel drive for improved handling and control?

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

The Volvo S60 won’t ace the turns and curves like the BMW 3 Series, but that’s not the reason you’d consider this sedan. The one demerit I would like to see remedied is in the NVH department — noise, vibration, and harshness. An extra layer of seals surrounding the front doors would have mitigated the wind noise apparent at highway speeds. Fortunately, the ride remains smooth and this sedan is otherwise carefully composed.

Shop the Volvo S60 and you can find an all-wheel drive model with a navigation system, safety upgrades along with a climate package for under $40,000. That’s an important price point in this segment where performance, luxury, technology and safety intersect.

2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD


 2016 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription FWD

  • Sticker price from $38,700
  • Price as tested: $45,925
  • Seats 5 occupants
  • 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine
  • 240 horsepower @ 5,600 RPM
  • 250 foot-pounds of torque @ 1,500 RPM
  • 3.23 inches bore by 3.67 inches stroke
  • Engine compression ratio: 10.8-to-1
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Wheelbase: 109.3 inches (112.4 inches, Inscription)
  • Length: 182.5 inches (185.6 inches, Inscription)
  • Width: 73.4 inches
  • Height: 58.4 inches
  • Passenger volume: NR
  • Storage volume: 12.0 cubic feet
  • Towing capacity: 3,500 pounds
  • EPA: 25 mpg city, 37 mpg highway
  • Regular grade gasoline
  • Fuel tank: 17.8 gallons
  • Curb weight: From 3,433 pounds
  • IIHS safety rating: Top Safety Pick+
  • Limited vehicle warranty: 48 months/50,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty: 48 months/50,000 miles
  • Corrosion warranty: 144 months/unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Chengdu, China

Filed Under: New Car Reviews Tagged With: 2016 cars, all-wheel drive, EXTENDED WHEELBASE, front-wheel drive, INSCRIPTION, MADE IN CHINA, TURBOCHARGED ENGINE, VOLVO S60

Executive Sedan: 2015 Volvo S60 T6 Drive-E

December 23, 2014 by admin 2 Comments

2015 Volvo S60

Volvo is still alive and kicking, one of the smaller premium brands left in the world. The Swedish automaker is now owned by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, a Chinese company that bought Volvo Cars from the Ford Motor Company in 2009. Founded in 1927, Volvo has managed to survive in a hotly-contested segment by emphasizing its star attribute — safety.

2016 Volvo S60

A Volvo S60 sedan followed an XC60 crossover by a month in my press fleet rotation, with both models powered by a supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine. Soon, every Volvo built will be powered by nothing but fours, the first premium make to do so. It is a risky move: there are people who want the larger engines and as soon as they hear “four” they’ll move on to BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar, among others.

The four banger in the Volvo should not be easily dismissed, however. The 2.0-liter engine produces 302 horsepower and 295 foot-pounds of torque, numbers that rival naturally-aspirated V-6 engines displacing around 3.6 liters. Moreover, a conscientious driver may be able to attain the 35 mpg highway rating although my 24.3 mpg average for the week was closer to what you get around town. More about the drive later.

2015 Volvo S60

Volvo has certainly come a long way over the past decade. Quite frankly, it needed to move away from Ford’s influence to a new owner that would allow it to move forward in a global market. Its Chinese titleholders have permitted the company to stay the course while enabling Volvo to expand its presence in China.

Made in Belgium

Geely hasn’t rushed shifting production to China and it isn’t about to abandon Europe in the process. Most models are built at its manufacturing plant in Torslanda, Sweden. The S60, like the previously tested XC60, are built in Ghent, Belgium. The company maintains a manufacturing plant in Malaysia and now produces several models in China. At some point, one or more of those models will be shipped stateside.

Today’s Volvo models have lost the boxiness that once defined them. The S60 is sleek, aerodynamic and is positioned to compete against the likes of the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

From the front, you might not know it was a Volvo apart from its trademark “iron” symbol and diagonal slash. The hood pushes down to the fascia, offering a bold, but sporty design with its wrap around headlight assembly accentuated by parking lights. A large lower grille opening is flanked by cut outs for the LED daytime running lights. They also house cornering lights that activate as you make your turns — I like this feature as it helps the driver see around poorly lit corners.

2015 Volvo S60

To the rear, a recognizable wraparound tail light design is marked by LED lights that flow from the top of the bumper to the base of the rear deck. Character lines run across the profile at door level height and also just above the rocker panel. Its profile is sporty; the roofline slopes to the rear deck.

On the Inside

Inside, the Volvo S60 provides materials that are on the same level as its competitors. You get hardened plastics across the dashboard and around the doors with generous amounts of high-end leathering covering the seats, the door inlays, around the steering wheel and on top of the center storage compartment. Wood and metal accents provide sophistication and give this model added flair.

The S60’s instrument panel is digitalized, featuring a large speedometer/tachometer in the center, flanked by additional details, including your average mpg, outside temperature, average speed and your current time. On the face of the steering wheel are the usual cruise and secondary audio controls.

2015 Volvo S60

At the top of the center console is a small, colorful display featuring controls for the radio, media, telephone and navigation. You can sync your smartphone with the system and play your favorite music. Switches and knobs located beneath that offer hands-on control for the infotainment system as well as for climate control. At the base of the stack are buttons controlling the rear headrests, lane departure, instrument panel, lane spacing and parking. This model comes with heated and cooled front seats.

The gear shift can be operated in automatic or manual mode, the latter is controlled by shifting the lever forward to go up in gears or backwards for lower gears. Volvo also includes steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.

A sliding cover between the front seats reveals two cup holders and a 12-volt outlet. A small, but deep storage compartment completes the separation and comes with a USB port and an auxiliary input connection.

2015 Volvo S60

The glove box is of average size and contains a storage slot on the inside door and provides deep storage. All four doors contain small storage compartments; there are no bottle holders present. This model has four cup holders, including two in the rear when the arm rest is folded down. A covered storage compartment is also included.

The front seats are amazingly comfortable and supportive with nifty active head rests providing an extra measure of safety. The seats are electronically operated and both come with “secret” storage compartments on the leading edge. You’ll also find another storage compartment behind the center console. It is open on both ends to hold a smartphone or maybe a snack or two.

The rear bench seat is comfortable for two, but not particularly pleasant for three. My near six-foot frame fit back there with about an inch to spare between the top of my head and the headliner. The seats are supportive and comfortable; leg room is tight if the driver or front passenger insists on pushing their seats all the way back.

2015 Volvo S60


2015 Volvo S60

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Volvo and Safety

Safety is, of course, a Volvo mainstay. I’ve already hinted as much in mentioning the active head rests. Volvo’s safety initiative goes much further than that. They have a vision that “no one will be seriously injured or killed in a new Volvo by 2020.” That’s a bold statement, one that will be accomplished once autonomous driving is the law of the land.

The Volvo S60 comes with adaptive cruise control, what allows you to set your distance between your car and the vehicle in front of it. It also comes with a 360-degree camera to help you see obstacles around the car, especially helpful when parking or maneuvering around tight spaces.

No worries about using the high beams either — they automatically switch between low and high beams at night — switching to low beam when the sedan detects other vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians within it light field. City Safety automatically brakes the vehicle if you do not respond in time. This model also comes with forward collision warning and detects pedestrians and cyclists that cross in front of the car. Blind spot information, lane keeping assist and a suite of airbags are also at work.

2015 Volvo S60

For 2015, Volvo offers four engine choices with the S60. A 2.0-liter turbocharged direct injection four-cylinder engine making 240 horsepower is standard; a turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine making 250 horsepower is available. Both engines are available in the T5 models.

A supercharged and turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine making 302 horsepower is standard in front-wheel drive T6 E-Drive models. And a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine powers T6 R-Design models that are also all-wheel drive.

Because I had the E-Drive T6 that means I had the smaller, more powerful engine and front-wheel drive. Yes, it is all very confusing — soon, however, Volvo will offer the family of four-cylinder engines only.

2016 Volvo S60

The last Volvo I drove was similarly equipped as the S60 and torque understeer was rampant. In the S60 it was still noticeable, but more restrained. Let’s just say that for some buyers all-wheel drive will be preferred from both steering and handling standpoints.

The supercharged-turbocharged combination works well with this engine, with no turbo lag present. Press down hard on the accelerator and this sedan powers down the road with authority.

Steering is decent, but you won’t feel as connected as you would in a BMW or a Mercedes-Benz. The suspension seems light, tuned somewhere between what the typical European sports sedan offers and what traditional American sedans once provided. You have three steering system modes to choose from — find the one that you like and you probably won’t be disappointed.

Bang for the Buck

Safety has long been a chief selling point for Volvo and in the S60 T6 you get the performance that goes with it. You’ll pay at least $40,000 for one and if you are shopping around then cars like the Buick Regal, Audi A3, Volkswagen CC and Acura TLX might also be considered.

2015 Volvo S60

2015 Volvo S60

  • Sticker price from $38,150
  • Price as tested: from $46,525
  • Seats 5 occupants
  • 2.0-liter 16-valve supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine
  • 302 horsepower @ 5,700 rpm
  • 295 foot-pounds of torque @ 1,800 to 5,500 rpm
  • 3.23 inches bore by 3.67 inches stroke
  • Engine compression ratio: 10.3-to-1
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Wheelbase: 109.3 inches
  • Length: 182.5 inches
  • Width: 73.4 inches
  • Height: 58.4 inches
  • Passenger volume: 93 cubic feet
  • Storage volume: 12 cubic feet
  • Towing capacity: Up to 3,500 pounds
  • EPA: 24 mpg city, 35 mpg highway
  • Regular grade gasoline
  • Fuel tank: 17.8 gallons
  • Curb weight: From 3,472 pounds
  • IIHS safety rating: Top Safety Pick+ (2014)
  • Limited vehicle warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
  • Corrosion warranty: 12 years, unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Ghent, Belgium

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Filed Under: New Car Reviews Tagged With: 2015 CARS, BELGIUM, China, GEELY, luxury, safety, sedan, SWEDEN, VOLVO S60

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