2001 Volvo S60 SE review from Australia and New Zealand
"Stylish highway cruiser"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Minor problems as the car has been very reliable.
The remote key is not very durable as the screw on it is come unloosen occasionally.
We had to change the front Pirelli's after 29000 km's.
The driver door started to make noise when door was opened. I fixed it by tightening its bolt.
General comments?
S60 is the most stylish Volvo sedan ever.
S60 SE is extremely comfortable highway cruiser. I just did with my friends yesterday a 500 km round trip with the car. We were all impressed how refreshing we felt after the drive.
The leather seats are so comfy and spacious. I am a tall bloke and it is difficult to find a car that provides leg room + nice seats for the tall drivers/passengers. However the legroom at the back is non-existent if you have tall people sitting at the front.
The dual zone climate air con is very well designed and it provides soothing cool clean air.
It is not a quick car of the mark, but it pulls effortlessly from 30km/h onwards.
The space ball manual shifter is a very cool design.
These Volvo's have a bad depreciation cost, but you won't be disappointed if you buy a second hand one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 31000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 28th March, 2005 |