2020 Volvo S60 vs. 2021 Volvo S60
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Volvo S60 and 2021 Volvo S60 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Volvo S60 and the 2021 Volvo S60.
When comparing the 2020 Volvo S60's and the 2021 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2021 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and overall quality score. The 2020 Volvo S60 and 2021 Volvo S60 have the same Based on this comparison of the 2020 Volvo S60's and the 2021 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2020 Volvo S60 ranges from $20,999 to $40,331 while a used 2021 Volvo S60 is priced between $18,825 to $31,995.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Volvo S60 loses 54.7 percent of its value and the 2021 Volvo S60 loses 52.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Volvo S60 retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volvo S60.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S60 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. Volvo S60 is ranked 2 out of 6 Best Hybrid Luxury Small Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 27 Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV), the Volvo S60 is ranked 6 and the Volvo S60 is ranked 6 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Volvo S60 is also ranked 12 out of 37 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars while the Volvo S60 is ranked 12 out of 37 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Volvo S60 is 7.4 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Volvo S60’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the 2021 Volvo S60 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 547 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 541 miles. This gives the 2020 Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Volvo S60. The S60 uses electricity, premium unleaded, and the S60 uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The 2021 Volvo S60 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
55400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
57000
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
48300 - 67300
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
37750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
44749
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
26100 - 75400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
32277
Price Range:
20999 - 40331
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
26999
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
21720 - 32277
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
78
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
58962
# Good or Great Deals:
26
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
24896
Price Range:
18825 - 31995
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
34114
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
23120 - 69360
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
57
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
49952
# Good or Great Deals:
18
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Volvo S60
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Volvo S60
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
8.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
5.5 - 16.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.047
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.73936412417082
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
3.2 - 6.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.014020485483701
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
4.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.0 - 27.6
Volvo S60 Rankings
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22 out of / 37Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
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33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T8 eAWD Inscription, T8 eAWD R-Design, T8 Polestar Engineered
2021 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
472 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 547 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 541 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4619 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3719 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone
Blue
Bursting Blue Metallic / Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Birch Light Metallic / Osmium Grey Metallic / Pebble Grey Metallic
Red
Fusion Red Metallic
White
Crystal White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Birch Light Metallic / Osmium Grey Metallic / Pebble Grey Metallic / Pine Grey Metallic
Red
Fusion Red Metallic
White
Crystal White Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Slate
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Not available
White
Blonde / Blonde City Weave
