Specifications

Six-speed Automatic Geartronic transmission
with Sport Mode
The six-speed Geartronic offers three distinct settings that
allow you to engage in the driving experience at different
levels. Fully Automatic with adaptive shift logic, Sport Mode
with sharper throttle response and higher RPM shift points
and Geartronic which provides manual up/down shifting
capabilities. In addition, a special Winter setting helps to
move the car in slippery conditions like snow.
All-wheel drive with Instant Traction™*
The advanced Haldex AWD technology with Instant Traction™
helps increase driving stability and traction on all road surfaces.
It has an electronic management system that constantly
monitors the speed of the wheels, the throttle, engine torque,
engine speed and the brakes. As driving conditions change,
wheels with the best grip get the most power which helps to
minimize oversteer and understeer for better chassis balance
and handling.
* Standard on T6, T6 R-DESIGN, optional on T5.
PERFORMANCE Engines
T6 AWD, six-cylinder turbocharged engine
300 hp, 325 lb/ft torque T6 AWD
325 hp, 354 lb/ft torque T6 R-
DESIGN AWD
This sporty in-line 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine meets high
expectations for performance, comfort and environmental
care. The twin-scroll turbo delivers immediate response at
all revs. Fuel saving technology such as brake energy
regeneration and reduced internal friction contribute to lower
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emissions greater fuel economy and more power. This
engine’s compact design aids safety performance in a frontal
collision. The latest generation of fast response emission
control technology ensures that the engine complies with
stringent environmental standards such as Euro 5/ULEV2.
Acceleration: (0-60 T6: 5.8 sec, T6 R-Design: 5.5 sec)
T5, five-cylinder turbocharged engine (250 hp)
We designed this 2.5 liter five-cylinder turbo engine to
maximize both performance and fuel economy. Matching
perfectly with the sporty soul of the S60, this sophisticated
power plant will take you from 0 to 60 mph in 6.4 seconds.
And having access to an impressive 266 ft/lb of torque already
from 1,800 revs (plus maximum over-boost to 295 lb/ ft),
you’ll accelerate effortlessly in a wide range of situations.
Continuously Variable Valve Timing for both inlet and exhaust
valves (dual CVVT) promotes a quick engine response and a
continuous flow of power. Together with advanced emission
control technology, the dual CVVT also contributes to cleaner
exhaust emissions under all driving conditions.
Performance
PERFORMANCE Chassis/Steering
Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) with
Sport mode, Advanced stability control, traction
control through torque Vectoring
By helping prevent spinouts and rollovers, stability control
technology like DSTC has been described as one of the
most vital safety advances of the past decade. And with
the advanced features in this Volvo, it will probably also
be perceived as one of the most important fun-to-drive
innovations. At the core of DSTC, sensors register the car’s
direction and roll rate. The system compares this with steering
wheel movements as well as the actual rotation of the car’s
wheels. DSTC is able to detect a potential skid and help
counteract one by reducing the engine’s power output, or
braking on one or more wheels. It also prevents locking
wheels caused by engine brake.
The new Advanced Stability Control function feaures a roll rate
gyroscope and acceleration sensor to detect slowly built up
skids at an early stage and compensate this with greater
precision. As driver, you’ll experience this as added stability in
dynamic driving where the car is exposed to high lateral forces.
Corner Traction Control with Torque Vectoring balances the
torque between the front wheels during acceleration while
cornering. This reduces understeer when cornering at higher
speeds and makes the car even more dynamic – like when you
turn onto a main road to catch up with the traffic flow.
Touring chassis (T5)
Volvo’s chassis engineers spent thousands of hours on all
kinds of roads to create a chassis that satisfies even the most
demanding driver. Every single detail of the chassis is optimally
tuned for sporty and well-balanced handling with a high level
of comfort. For you as driver, advanced multi-link rear and
McPherson spring strut front suspension mounted on a rigid
body with a low center of gravity translate into a feeling of
being in command and in safe control.
Dynamic Chassis (T6)
The Dynamic chassis includes revised bushings, dampers and
sway bars that offer a higher level of vehicle response and
driving enjoyment.
Four-C Active Chassis (Continuously Controlled
Chassis Concep)*
The optional Four-C active chassis provides a choice of three
distinctive driving modes – Comfort, Sport or Advanced.
Whichever you choose, this technology monitors the car, road
and driver 500 times per second, simultaneously adjusting
each shock absorber to maintain optimal handling. At the heart
of Four-C is Volvo’s semi-active suspension with continuously
controlled Monroe-Öhlins shock absorbers. Furthermore,
Four-C interacts with the DSTC system, engine, brakes and
steering to promote your chosen handling style.
* Optional on T6
Comfort This chassis mode isolates the car’s occupants from
irregularities in the road surface. This setting prioritizes flexible
dampening for smooth and gentle body movement and
exceptional comfort. It’s ideal for slippery or uneven roads.
Sport For a sportier experience, this setting prioritizes slightly
stiffer dampening and acts faster. This results in more decisive
body movement, precise handling and good ride comfort.
Perfect for active driving.
Advanced This is the high performance mode. This setting
stiffens the shock absorbers for maximum road contact
– directly communicating the road surface to the driver.
Prioritizing immediate feedback rather than comfort, the
advanced setting increases the range of driving dynamics.
Speed dependent steering*
Speed dependent and progressive power steering uses
sophisticated, speed-sensitive technology to regulate the
amount of power assistance a driver needs. At high-way
speeds, steering is firmer and more immediate. When parking
or in slow traffic, steering is light and effortless. There’s a
choice of three settings allowing you to choose a suitable level
of road feel or steering sensitivity.
* Standard on T6
PERFORMANCE Transmission
Brake energy regeneration
To further optimize fuel efficiency and performance in all
driving conditions, all engines feature Volvo’s intelligent brake
kinetic energy regeneration. As soon as you brake or release
the accelerator while a gear is engaged, the alternator
harnesses the car’s kinetic energy and feeds it into the battery
to reduce fuel consumption with an extra 2–3%. And when you
accelerate, the alternator decouples to free the engine for
maximum performance when you need it.
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