What is the difference between the S60 and S60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid?



History of the Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 is one of the most sought-after executive compact vehicles on the market. It was originally launched in Europe in Autumn of 2000, as a replacement for the S70. Standard equipment on that original version included antilock four-wheel disc brakes, front side airbags, side-window curtain airbags, anti-whiplash front-seat backrest and head restraints. Its design was revolutionary. Modeled after the executive S80, it retained the reputation for safety that Volvo has long been renowned for.

The second generation was released in 2010 as the 2011 model year. It ran from 2010 to 2018. The third and current generation was introduced in 2018 for the 2019 model year and the 2024 version of that vehicle can be purchased here at Volvo Cars Arrowhead. 

The Volvo S60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid


 


The current generation of the Volvo S60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid was first introduced in 2023. While it looked like earlier iterations, it was, and is, radically better at it's plug-in mission, according to Car and Driver. Charging it each night ensures you'll only need its gas engine for long trips. Even in gas mode, it returned 37MPGe on a highway fuel-economy test and 28 MPGe overall.


Comparing the two

Comparing the Volvo S60 and its S60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid is not easy because they both excel at their own mission. Here is a side-by-side comparison of their specs though:

 

  2024 Volvo S60 2024 Volvo S60 Recharge

MPG

 26 city/35 hwy* 31 combined
MPGe N/A       74 combined
Acceleration 6.2s 4.3 s
Engine 2.0L I4 Turbo Plug-in Hybrid 2.0L I4 Turbo
Drive Type FWD*   AWD
Horsepower 247 hp 455 hp
Starting MSRP $43,645 $53,145*

*Core model


Greatness shared

Of course, if you're thinking that you should be looking for either an S60 or an S60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid at a Volvo near me, there are many attractive features that are standard across both models. First and foremost, they are both hybrids. They S60 is a mild hybrid with no plug-in required and helps you lower fuel consumption. Some of the additional shared features include:

  • Google built-in featuring Best-in-class navigation, Google Assistant and Google Play
  • Air purifier
  • Bowers & Wilkins audio system
  • Driver assistance technology
  • Cross traffic alert
  • Safety assistance technology
  • Panoramic roof
  • Metal Mesh cabin details
Assisted safety that allows you to reverse with confidence, provides you with help crossing oncoming traffic, avoid collisions, ease stress in traffic, as well as detect and correct drifting.

Regardless of which version of the S60 you have your eye on at a Volvo dealer near you, like Volvo Cars Arrowhead which is conveniently located in Glendale, you can't go wrong.

At Volvo Cars Arrowhead, we are happy to assist you in seeing, test driving and deciding on the Volvo S60, or any other Volvo of your choice. It's just one more way that your Volvo Cars Arrowhead is going over and above to give you the service you deserve and provide Luxury Made Simple.

Visit us in Glendale at 19300 AZ-101 Loop, Glendale, AZ85308 or call (833) 384-8041.