Faults:

Nothing while I have had it. The previous owner spent a fortune on maintenance however, according to its very detailed history (I always buy cars with full history).

General Comments:

2012 silver S60, a stunning car to look at and drive. Despite its age now, this car feels as good as new.

SE model has comfort levels on levels I have never seen. This is the most comfortable car I have ever had. The seats are perfect and supportive. Driving position is excellent. The dash and storage areas are designed in a way that is so convenient, it's like I built the car around myself! Heated seats are also amazing. Passengers also always comment on how nice the interior is and how smooth the ride is. Cabin is also very quiet at speed. The car has soo many features even for a 2012 car, it's more like something from 2019, very ahead of its time.

The 1.6 diesel has nice balance of power and economy, it's not super fast but the car has so much torque it never struggles, I feather the throttle and the car just goes no problem. On very long drives I have also seen a genuine 60 mpg. In winter and around town, you should still see close to 48 - 50 mpg.

There is a price to pay for all of this - maintenance and service and repair on these cars is expensive. As mentioned, like myself if you are looking for a "perfect" S60 but have a limited budget, you are looking at 2011 - 2015 cars. Since that is over a decade now, obviously you have to be careful with what you are buying. But make sure the car is looked after well and they are reliable, and return with lower running costs regarding tax and insurance group in addition to the great miles per gallon (low tax and insurance group for this model), and most garages have a good knowledge of these cars to help you out with any issues you may be having, so there is no need to visit expensive main dealer networks for service or repair.

To conclude this has been one of the best cars I have ever bought, and despite its age and the fact I am nearing the infamous 100,000 mile mark, I have confidence I will easily be driving this car as a daily driver (my main car) for the next few years at least. The engine is silent and there isn't a mark on the bodywork.

Faults:

Not much beyond servicing, but I have only had the car a year and a half. Long term reliability remains to be seen, but so far so good.

General Comments:

For a 2012 vehicle this S60 feels like new, very modern and advanced. Great looking in red with Volvo 5 spoke wheels. R-Design is the spec to have.

Not a fan of the electric parking brake or the cluttered small buttoned dash, but once you get used to it this car's interior is comfortable and gorgeous. Seats are unbelievably good for long journeys. The car is quiet and refined.

1.6 petrol is fast and still manages around 45 mpg, a much simpler engine than the diesels.

Great to look at and drive, loving this S60 so far!