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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,915–$40,612 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 7.4/10, the 2015 Volvo S60 earns a Good rating among the sedans we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.5/10, while Safety at 6.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional sedan — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability comes in at 8.3/10 in our assessment — above the middle of the pack for this class, though not flawless. Safety is a notable gap at 6.9/10 in our scoring — below what the best in segment deliver. Check the official NHTSA ratings for the trim you're considering before deciding.
The 8.2/10 performance score reflects a chassis and powertrain that punch above the segment norm — this is a sedan you choose partly for the drive itself. Technology scores 8.3/10 — one of the stronger tech packages in the segment. Expect a responsive infotainment system, broad smartphone integration, and a solid suite of driver-assistance features.
Priced from $30,915–$40,612, 19 MPG, seating 5, the Volvo S60 sits in the mid-market bracket of the sedan segment. The 8.5/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this sedan delivers more than most of the class. At 11 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Bottom line: There's a case for the 2015 Volvo S60, but it needs the right buyer. Its safety scores trail the class, and several higher-rated rivals sell for similar money — comparison-shop before committing.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2015 Volvo S60 ranks #687 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 48% of the segment. Its 7.4/10 overall score is 0.1 points below the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $30,915 starting price is about 12% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Across the S60 model years we've scored, the 2015 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $43,620 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.9/10 | $42,350 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $41,079 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.8/10 | $39,809 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.7/10 | $38,538 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.6/10 | $37,268 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.5/10 | $35,997 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.5/10 | $34,727 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.5/10 | $33,456 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.5/10 | $32,186 | Read review → |
| 2015 (this review) | 7.4/10 | $30,915 |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Seat belts / Front 30/06/2020 · 20V378000 | Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel… |
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| Latches/locks/linkages / Doors / Latch 26/11/2019 · 19V849000 | Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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