A 455HP Volvo? Meet the S60 Recharge Black Edition! /// POV Driving Impressions

The S60 sits in a CROWDED segment of luxury sport sedans but it sets itself apart with sharp Scandinavian styling and a class exclusive Twin Engine PHEV powertrain. Volvo sent me this 2023 S60 Recharge Ultimate Black Edition (a $1,945 option) in Crystal White Metallic, with the insane Bowers & Wilkins Audio system ($3,200) all for around $63k. And while the S60 isn’t inherently a sporty vehicle, it’s smooth and solid feeling ride, quiet well trimmed cabin, and impressive power make it a fantastically efficient luxury daily driver. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

🏁 @Alllcarnews Spec Sheet: Volvo T8 “Twin Engine” eAWD Powertrain. Front mounted 2.0L Turbo 4 (312HP) + Rear mounted eMotor (143HP) = 455HP and 523 lb-ft of torque combined. Up to 41 miles in EV mode (I got 38 miles), 4.3 sec to 60 MPH (I got 4.6), and 30 MPG city/33 highway 74 MPGe combined. 14.9-kWh battery, 3.7-kW onboard charger, 15.9 gal fuel tank. 🏁

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Highs:
-Sharp looks inside and out, especially with the Ultimate package, B&W stainless steel speakers, and Black Edition exterior trim.
-Vault like driving experience with a quiet cabin, solid feeling chassis, and smooth ride.
-Impressive fuel economy, EV range, power, and smoothness of the powertrain transitions for the price. (S60 Recharge stars around $51k)

Lows:
-Interior tech needs some major work despite it being rather simple for daily use. Gauge cluster & HUD lacks customization.
-Interior space is TIGHT for the class, 0 center console storage.
-Chassis & steering don’t live up to the crazy power numbers, it’s focused on luxury, and smoothness vs sporty and dynamics.


Overall: 9/10

#Volvo #PHEV #Recharge

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