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| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,727–$45,572 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 7.5/10, the 2018 Volvo S60 earns a Recommended rating among the sedans we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Value at 9.0/10, while Safety at 7.3/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability comes in at 8.2/10 in our assessment — above the middle of the pack for this class, though not flawless. On safety it earns 7.3/10: respectable, if not class-leading — several competitors bundle more driver-assist tech as standard. Check your trim's official ratings at nhtsa.gov.
The 8.5/10 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 comes in at 7.8/10 — functional and modern, with wireless connectivity and core ADAS features, though some competitors pack more standard tech at this price point.
Priced from $34,727–$45,572, 22 MPG, seating 5, the Volvo S60 sits in the mid-market bracket of the sedan segment. The 9.0/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this sedan delivers more than most of the class. At 8 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: Think of the 2018 Volvo S60 as the dependable pick rather than the exciting one. Shoppers who value predictability over headlines will be well served.
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 2018 Volvo S60 ranks #585 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 55% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is exactly at the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $34,727 starting price is about 26% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2015 Volvo S60 scores 7.4/10 — within striking distance of the 2018's 7.5 — and starts roughly $4,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 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 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $34,727 | |
| 2017 | 7.5/10 | $33,456 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.5/10 | $32,186 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.4/10 | $30,915 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has 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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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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