The 2023 Volvo S60 Recharge Is a Powerful Plug-In Hybrid Luxury Sedan

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2023 Volvo S60 Recharge review! The Volvo S60 Recharge is a new model that boasts a plug-in hybrid drivetrain -- and today I'm reviewing it. I'm going to show you the quirks and features of the S60 Recharge, and I'm also going to drive the S60 Recharge and review the driving experience!
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[@RealReviewer6410]

As an owner of one of these I’m sad Doug didn’t put it in Power mode 😢 tightens up the steering and sharpens the acceleration greatly. He would’ve loved it

[@JeanSuki]

XC90 T8 here, powermode makes the accel much better. Pedals feel a lot more responsive. Still not a true sport car feeling ofours.

[@rmTheWalrus]

If this is anything like the 2021 t8, then I would have to say there was nothing special about it. (And expect it would not have elicited much of a response from Doug).I went with (and recently sold) a T6 over the T8 bc it was such a snooze, it wasn’t worth the price premium. And got rid of the T6 bc the reality is, there nothing at all sporty about these Volvos, and I needed more sporty.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@JeanSuki For that you get the Polestar version. But it costs more.

[@hyperbandit]

​@@rmTheWalrus It's not like the 2021 model at all, it's night and day difference. Source, I test drove multiple models on the old drive train and own this car.

[@izno73]

I drove the V60 equivalent of this and was shocked what an understeering mess it was. that said, once the esp tries to sort things out and the rear electric axle kicks in, the esp prevents snap oversteer. as nice the rest of the car is, the chassis isn´t. considerably worse than the older model s/v60 :-/

[@zoltore23]

Honestly, I miss the breakdown of each category in the Doug Score. It was interesting to see WHY Doug gave each score.

[@ryanA133]

Every time someone makes this comment, a second passes is Africa

[@StreamerBTW99]

If I got a dollar every time I saw this comment, I would have enough money to buy a banana

[@jimmy22334]

Considering the Doug score is extremely inconsistent, I don’t think it’s that big of a deal. He goes into enough detail throughout the video

[@megatronusorionpax4900]

This comment seems to be copy and pasted word for word almost every video

[@carlossony4064]

I miss the views from different angles on that part of these videos

[@lemonisntsmart]

This car does have drive modes actually. They're buried in the infotainment system. There's a Hybrid mode, Pure Mode (all EV), and Power Mode, which kicks the Gas engine on full time and uses the electric motor for a power boost :) Love the videos doug!

[@lemonisntsmart]

Unless i'm wrong? all XC90/60 Recharges have modes.

[@AllPurposeBen]

@@lemonisntsmart The S60 does have drive modes, yes. There is also a "Constant AWD" mode that runs the motor full time.

[@tehsin13]

They do. Straightpipes mentioned it on their video.

[@wtfhumour2750]

True newer volvos have had drive comfort, performance I guess and then polestar before even 2017

[@danielsalcedo30]

The driving difference between sport and hybrid modes in a T8 with air suspension is night and day. Surprised @dougdemuro didn’t spend time to find the mode. Although in 2018 models it is a physical knob, not a digital button.

[@addisonm5973]

Hey Doug I actually work for Volvo and there is a sport mode but you have to go into the settings menu to turn it on they got rid of the physical button because they said to many crumbs got in it.

[@davidwalker72]

If Volvo was a German brand, the solution would have been "don't eat in the car."

[@icram45]

*cost cutting

[@ASM31237]

Horrible, I love the dial it has such a nice tactile feel. Dynamic mode in my wife’s Volvo makes a massive difference in acceleration.

[@mshipley35]

I suggested a very simple solution to this to Volvo in their suggestions site. On the home screen just add the different driving mode buttons to the bottom and shrink everything above it that little bit evenly. It would be safer as it would take 1 button press instead of 3 presses. Isn't that what Volvo is all about safety?

[@tastyf1974]

For some reason volvo have increased their cars by £10000 in the uk in the last 2 years, but they have cut features and quality. My xc60 T5 awd 2018 was better equipped, better quality than my xc60 B5 2wd but was also £10k cheaper. We get a raw deal in the UK compared to USA buyers, your cars are cheaper and better equipped than UK customers get. You would think we would be offered equal at least. My 3rd and last Volvo after many years

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

We need another car spotting with Doug video!!

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@Rob-ii9gl]

YES!!!!

[@franadia5508]

Absolutely

[@BoopBobBeep]

It will be the other way round people spotting Doug & following him.

[@polardabear]

Volvo really does make some great sleeper cars

[@Vizenz121_OR]

It's not polite to brag as Volvo always likes to say. haha

[@StreamerBTW99]

Eat water

[@AMAZINGDAVE]

​@@StreamerBTW99 How do you do that? I often drink mine.

[@vibingwithvinyl]

@@AMAZINGDAVE You have to freeze it first.

[@Vizenz121_OR]

@@randomusername8193 What why do you think that? There are plenty of understated Italian cars. Not all Italians act like the actors on Goodfellas lmao.

[@P4YNT3R199]

Hey Doug, That hump in the middle is actually where the deactivation plug for the High Voltage battery is. You remove the plug under there to isolate the battery and disconnect the two halves of the battery from each other before doing any work on the High Voltage system of the car. Just something fun to know! (Disclaimer to anyone reading: do not remove that cover and play with the plug. Without the proper training and procedures it can be very dangerous and you could be hurt/killed from messing with it)

[@tayzonday]

Where at a point where a 4.1 second 0-60 is “Meh I don’t know what it is 🤷‍♂️” ❤️

[@joshuaandrejko9089]

We need a TayZonday-Doug DeMuro crossover.

[@Jlmc5]

Some stay dry and others feel the pain

[@noahmcdaniel4920]

I love cars that don't know what they are. Usually means they're a jack of all trades

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

I have the estate version and it is an excellent car. Supremely comfortable, economical and fast. Fastest dachshund in Boston.

[@RollingShutter]

officially jealous. I would like one.

[@1SonOfMoon1]

Estate version? What’s that

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

@@1SonOfMoon1 V60.

[@Crumblacrumbs]

A car like this makes sense. I have a 15 mile commute, so 30 miles hopefully fully electric every day to save money but I can’t afford an ev daily and a gas car, on top of that. So when I need actual, real life range without infrastructure anxiety I have this s60s gas engine. It just makes sense. But in a rather unique scenario

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@unloveableandre]

* "A car like this makes sense to me."

[@benjaminrobinson3842]

I think that's a more common scenario than you think. As of today (2023), the most common thing blocking people from getting an EV is that they're afraid of not being able to make that once-a-year trek to grandma's house 300 miles away. A plug in hybrid with 40-50 mile range would cover most people's daily needs plus, as you mention, they have the gas engine needed for longer road trips.

[@griknott]

@@ArbitraryFilmings dino juice lol you sound fun

[@akshonclip]

@@ArbitraryFilmings Oh shut up you tool. Leading with “Irrational” and “Ridiculous” just prove you have no sense of your surroundings except for your own.

[@Techjunkiero]

The S60 and the Alfa Romeo Giulia are the best looking sedans on their class. Would love to own this actually. The design and driver seat position is amazing, did a test drive not too long ago.

[@hassanger8128]

The 3 Series sh!ts on both

[@TheNloth]

IMHO as a 10yr Volvo driver - the most overlooked Volvo safety technology is the headlight popup sprinkler because it mitigates road rage - every time I get angry about another car I put them in my blind spot and I turn on the headlight wash - I call it the bukkake feature

[@Bman1878]

I love that Volvo continues to make actual cars - I'm suffering from SUV fatigue. I love the S60, and think I might buy one

[@alexk3352]

The vast majority of manufacturers make actual cars still…

[@sledgedragon2677]

Same. I love this car. It's got a lot of value. You won't have to refill your tank for thousands of miles if you just plug it in every night and use as much battery as possible. It also has regen braking, so no replacing brakes. Oh, and you can't forget about the EV rebates, which decreases the price of one of these by a considerable amount. Lots of trunk space, leading seat comfort, a nice ergonomic steering wheel, similar to my civic's steering wheel, actually. I like the feeling of the wheel a lot and I love the positioning of it. It also has a pretty sophisticated infotainment system. It's pretty responsive in comparison to others and it actually feels pretty ironed out. I actually think it's only second to Tesla infotainments. AND THE 4.5 second 0-60!! I also just really love the look of everything. The interior and exteriors are both beautiful. This is probably my dream car now lol It's perfect in every way. I can't believe how underrated these are. They're pretty reliable, too. I still see old Volvos on the road which is a good sign.

[@atikovi1]

Foam engine cover so pedestrians wont get injured as much if you hit them? How about not driving around with your hood up?

[@damilolaakanni]

He has been teasing that Mitsubishi Galant for almost a month now....I'm still eagerly waiting for that review.

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@automation7295]

@brianeugenelee I bet you also all car manufacturers to shut down, so no new cars in 2024 model year.

[@AaronPinero]

I think this type of car is still really practical at a time when charging infrastructure is just not there yet.

[@Brendo55]

definitely, on a hybrid like this it doesnt really matter, if your battery dies, it will recharge with regenerative breaking and the car still gets decent mpg when just using the gas engine.

[@JakobMorkenborg-bi5td]

It does have drive modes. I have the new XC60, and it also comes with launch control when in power mode. Power mode is good fun, and everything gets tightened up and way more responsive.

[@mshipley35]

I have the same model in this video does that have the launch control you are speaking of?

[@vidgamarr5126]

I have an S60 T8 Inscription plug-in 2020 model and it has drive modes and tons of features this one here in the video doesn’t seem to have. It’s my baby, love the car so much it’s made me a Volvo fanatic for life.

[@karacha]

The black version of this car almost looks like a muscle sedan. I like it. Too bad Doug did not see the drive modes -- he should've tested the Power Mode. It's really quick in a straight line - 4.3 seconds (!) - although this is not meant to be a cornering machine. It's simply a quick, comfortable cruiser that Volvo is known for.

[@cabbie4788]

I'm surprised that Volvo didn't send him the Polestar engineered S60/V60 recharge for this review. Its a huge bump up in price but completely overhauls the handling of the car.

[@melissasmess2773]

Reminds me of a Dodge Charger😍

[@alexdiezg]

@@cabbie4788 He literally said in the video that he already reviewed an S60 Polestar and in his 2nd More Doug DeMuro channel there's V60 Polestar review too.

[@cabbie4788]

@@alexdiezg Yes, he reviewed the old S60 Polestar, not the new S60 Recharge Polestar.

[@Finwingman]

Those black trim pieces makes it look the entry model and more cheaper.

[@ftccorp.7570]

I disagree looks sporty and mean

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

The distressed driftwood and wool interior looks much better.

[@marclangman4836]

Yep, blacked out poverty spec.

[@FlatbottomBomber]

As an S60R owner, I have to say it's an appealing car and a truly proper addition to an already stellar line of underrated cars.

[@drivingnbandbeyond]

Ryan Hayden did you win 1st prize as well

[@mopsnuf]

Hey. I drive a 2003 V70R manual and my dad got a 2023 XC60 T8 recently, with the delightful 4C air suspension (which isn't available on these V/S60's sadly). It's a truly great car! A long distance cruising monster, which is exactly what I love my R for. I'm specifically happy about the driver aid, which seems vastly improved over older models and just never nannies.

[@bren.nan_]

what spec is yours? mine is 07 black sapphire over nordkap with sport kit

[@thomaslapre9052]

Aside from the car and it being a Volvo, I love how they still have the map/ parking pass holder like they have in my 96 Volvo!😊

[@er4yyy]

Doug PLEASE don't describe premium brands car models as "luxury" cars. If this Volvo is a "luxury", what is Rolls-Royce, Bentley, MB Maybach, etc ? Luxury is another level.

[@ozarkliving7263]

Exactly, Toyota has luxury trim levels like this this is a luxury brand too.

[@paganithottie]

I actually helped build this car! lol at the volvo factory in SC. it’s neat seeing doug review it knowing i actually worked on it. 🙌🙂

[@Minikukkk]

🧢

[@zovslavsforever]

🎩

[@airless818]

🧢🧢🧢

[@jimmypage2499]

Still has one of the most attractive Stoplights in the car industry.

[@danielerickson4893]

The whole car is one of the most attractive out right now, at least in my opinion (as well as the V60 and S/V90, especially those wagon variants)

[@cameronmclaughlin]

9:29 There’s a Polestar Performance option when that you turn on via the vehicle settings in the infotainment system. The new 2023 infotainment system is set up differently than the previous model years and all functions are turned on/off through the settings menu. There isn’t a scroll wheel any longer next to the start/stop switch. However, I noticed that engaging Polestar Performance was much more noticeable than the previous “dynamic” drive mode. It’s nice to see a Volvo that’s effectively a sleeper car again! I miss passing surprised people in my old inline six V60.

[@69Emoji]

Volvo is a car specific to ones character. Its doesnt have RGB lights, oversized infotainment, crackling exhaust etc. I got mine (2019) full gas because i wanted an introductory luxury car, but i didnt want a car i would see 100 times while im driving. Its casual but nice. And its safe.

[@TheDizman]

Actually Doug it does have a Sport mode. But Volvo got rid of the physical button for it (a mistake to me) and hide the digital ones for it. You have to swipe right on the main screen now, the different drive modes are randomly thrown on that screen now and take a few extra press to activate compared to the old physical button

[@flamingosaredumb7693]

Doug can you do reviews on older volvos

[@volvo09]

Yes, a 240, 740 or 940 Those are my favorite cars from Volvo. I don't care about the new ones. You can't beat the boxy beauty of a 740 wagon with 4 sealed beam headlights.

[@anthonysipos1002]

He should try to find a 262c 😊 oh so quirky...

[@einar8019]

@Brian Lee its pronounced di-sell

[@TS_Esquire]

I'm shocked Doug didn't find the drive modes. He finds all the quirks and features and didn't find that.

[@bane8895]

Actually looks good. I like Volvos...in and out, however their infotainmemt system needs a major update. It is very out dated, good that they finally put Google Maps on it though.

[@betterbeavailable]

Yes, it's nice that (foreign) tech giant can monitor every move you make.

[@wasabichimera]

Agree, the infotainment and decade old interior is holding it back for sure. That screen quality and UI is just not acceptable at this time or price.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

The EX90 is the update. It's already been updated but I guess Volvo will try to get some of the glitches out (and introduce more glitches).

[@fanjapanischermusik]

i love it when you see dougs car in the background he came to film the review with like in the Van-Video.

[@fanjapanischermusik]

@Main-Doug_DeMuro your welcome

[@michael_everywhere]

I remember our Volvo 200 station wagon had that little clip on the windshield. Cool to see they’ve kept it all of this time.

[@diablocls55]

My 850 had it too. Forgot all about it and always wondered what it was for till I saw this video

[@Grant_Woodford]

My 2001 V70XC had it as well, I thought it was something that the previous owner stuck on there so I broke it off 😂

[@joshua.harazin]

I had a Malibu with that clip. It's like a 5¢ part and it's so useful. Should be standard on all cars.

[@ethancntower8850]

I hear everyone who got hit by one of these really appreciated the foam under the hood. Its like getting smacked by a two ton pillow..

[@melissasmess2773]

😂 it's crunchy on the outside but once you get past the hood and core support it's soft and chewy in the middle.😂

[@arielatom68a56]

The "Most powerful Volvo ever made" it is not, unless the rare 500hp S60 Polestar from the early 2010s doesn't count. Speaking of that particular Polestar, it would make for a super cool review to watch!

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@franzgreenwood]

I suppose he's not including Volvo excavators.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

He had the Polestar Volvo s60 at the top of the Doug score list.

[@mattephoto6850]

Polestar with 500 hp was never for sale

[@anthonysipos1002]

Would be nice for Doug to review a Volvo from era (P2 platform S/V60...) ... that 500hp S60 would be an ultra rare quirky one for sure!

[@timothycoyne5874]

I doubt many people buying this are looking for a super sporty driving experience, with a very firm ride, and whipping it around corners. Buyers might be few but I bet they’ll love it.

[@Banannalands]

These new Volvos are some of the best looking sedans on the road!

[@0990ftn]

The fact that Volvo touchscreen is now considered “small” melts my brain

[@Frejborg]

Yeah, that irks me too.

[@TheoPhilpot]

Doug and Volvo so i click immediately

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@a_catfish5180]

We have one (s90 but same concept)and I’m glad Doug understands it’s not trying to be sporty we use it for very long work related trips driving all across Europe and it’s very comfortable and if you need to overtake somebody you can, the tradition of sleeper Volvo sedans/wagons continues

[@Pekao5]

My 2005 Saab has the plastic windshield ticket holder too! I always assumed it was because the arm of the rear view mirror is too thick for conventional hanging parking tags.

[@pizzasquirrel65]

My 99 Saab 95 also has it

[@YOCOSMINMAX16]

Every Skoda has that.

[@ravidassmusic]

Hey Doug, you missed out on the Drive modes, done through the gear icon in the screen. If you had selected Power Mode, you would have been totally blown away by the performance. These recharge cars transform completely in Power Mode into total monsters.

[@wexton1]

If I was in the market for a new car this would definitely be a contender. In northern Canada there isn't a lot of charges on the highway so you still need gas but for a small town the 40(65 km) mile range is more then enough for a day or 2 of in town driving.

[@calbro5823]

A 4 door awd sleeper that every dad can justify because of volvo "safety" and hybrid electric "efficency". Thank you volvo. Mid-life crisis can fly under the radar a little longer.

[@GaryKetchum808]

As someone that has a Clarity PHEV in a very wintery state, I’d love to have AWD. But the RAV4 Prime is damn near impossible to find, I’m not sure if I trust a Outlander PHEV because jatco transmissions, and I drive enough every day that a model 3/y wouldn’t cut it. I also love sedans so this car seems like the perfect fit for me. Toyota really fricked themselves by not making the new Prius Prime AWD even when the non-prime Prius can be had as AWD 😤😤😤

[@garrettrucker5714]

I ordered one of these last July and expect to take possession next week. Could not be more excited!

[@19ThreeLions97]

Love this gen of S60, i remember when it came out, my mate was a car journalist and i got to drive it for some time. Huge fan of the looks and the feel of this car.

[@floridaman7]

Its powered by google, so it will work for a year and then bugs will appear in software updates, later to be abandoned completely.

[@melissasmess2773]

It's GM under a volvo badge like my Mercedes Benz 65% German and 35% 💩Chrysler electronics for everything else.

[@insainllama]

Say what you will about Volvo, but they are the leader in safety. I was t-boned by a semi in my 05 S40 and walked away like nothing happened. The semi hit the front passenger wheel and the suspension collapsed to absorb the impact. While it totaled the car, it did such a good job of absorbing the impact that none of the airbags needed to go off. Volvos are life savers and there’s a reason other manufacturers follow the safety standards they create

[@arafatabouchacker9733]

I think Doug often forgets about the european and chinese market, where indeed many sedans are sold and therefore very popular. Just because americans are often tending to buy SUVs instead, it just makes sense for car manufactures to produce sedans as well because of these other big markets!

[@tonecapone8021]

Plus, contrary to popular belief, not EVERYONE wants an SUV or crossover.

[@marclangman4836]

In reality, the NA market is quite small. Still producing cars for the billions of people outside of NA isn’t a bad idea.

[@mikojarvinen6273]

This sells very well in Europe and here plug-in hybrids are hotter than EVs. They fit the regulatory environment and allow the manufacturer to build more electrified models. This is important for keeping the average fleet CO2 down.

[@jorgegamboa1155]

The XC 60 has the same powertrain as well. 2.0L 455HP

[@chessgains8075]

Here in Sweden kombis and sedans are still very popular. SUVs are as well but not even close to as popular as in the US

[@benjaminsmith2287]

People still drive sedans in the USA. Doug is exaggerating saying that they don't have some appeal here.

[@iBryaaannnn]

This is the confirmation to get an s60, was looking at this exact model to upgrade from my 2007

[@patricionorambuena6106]

Hope to see a video about the C40 soon👀🫶🏻

[@InterstateRaziTV]

Doug specializes the finest car reviews ever.

[@1996ChevroletImpalaSS]

We knew that already

[@stormdancer1910]

How? He doesn't even know that the car has drive modes...

[@vladdutz20]

@@stormdancer1910 exactly, he has a very low level of understanding mechanical engineering

[@stormdancer1910]

@@vladdutz20 I mean, yes his reviews are entertaining and quite quirky (I watch nearly every single one of them). But it’s nowhere near a good researched review…

[@budja1501]

Single handedly looks better than any of its german rivals. It literally looks better than every single modern BMW except maybe the 5 series

[@SL4PSYM4XY]

I long for the displacement/horsepower wars. In 2023 we’re in the midst of the screen size and EV range wars. My how far we’ve fallen

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@timgibson3754]

Doug obviously hasn't read the article about owners' dissatisfaction yet

[@christiansture2265]

I have was interested in what Doug would think about the different drive modes. Turns out he didn't even find them.

[@lincolncwynar1547]

Now you are just teasing me with that Galant VR4 for the second time.

[@mattephoto6850]

The car has driving mode in the menu, how could you have missed it? Before, there was a knob at the gear lever, now it is moved to the menu.

[@Midgiemoon]

I drive a 2018 S60 inscription . It’s my second one, and a recharge is in my future!

[@Sanctifiers]

Am I the only one that noticed Doug's subtle nod to his politics by using the "Don't Fence the Capitol" sticker?

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@digdah]

Proof that they should have just left the drive select scroll wheel near the starter like the previous iterations.

[@jkarhiaho]

Technically, the Volvo FH16 750 is the most powerful Volvo

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@damilolaakanni]

True, but that's a 18 wheeler. I guess he meant to say Volvo's most powerful passenger car, which would actually be the Polestar 1. But the Polestar 1 isn't called a Volvo. Weird.

[@TheMauf]

Infotainment systems are becoming way too big. This is still great

[@Thelidsoff]

For a pulgin that trunk space is AMAZING my Fusion Energi has not even enough space for groceries really

[@marclangman4836]

The trade off is the big battery bump in the back seat.

[@Cal94]

PHEV in ontario (canada) is the way to go imho. the charge network's rubbish and the cold saps EV range in the winter anyways. I just wish more PHEVs were closer to 80km electric range, like the volts of old, and charged faster than 3.7kw. the volvos top out at 3.3kw IIRC.

[@AlldaylongRock]

7-11KW would be nice, so the battery is charged in less than a hour if you want to. And 80km is a bit overkill, maybe. But I see your point, ensure range in the winter for 50km, and open up more possibilities, as well as so the battery isn't cycled as deep..

[@mikojarvinen6273]

Many plug-in hybrids in Europe have range of over 100km. It has become the new standard. Seems like they’re not really sending those models to NA. They’re built for the EU regulatory environment

[@AlldaylongRock]

@@mikojarvinen6273 100km? In not aware of such models. The typical seems something around 60-70km maximum.

[@mikojarvinen6273]

@@AlldaylongRock In Europe we have MB C300e, C300de, GLC400e, GLE350de, BMW X5 45e, 745e, Range Rover and RR Sport P400e. Those are some examples of many models.

[@AlldaylongRock]

@@mikojarvinen6273 none of these announce 100km of EV range. All between 50-75km.

[@liammulligan3917]

Please keep doing the Sunday garage videos they’re the best!

[@kumbackquatsta]

they need this in a wagon

[@richardaskin8516]

see V60 T8 Recharge

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

They do make it as it is what I have .

[@benjaminsmith2287]

Not enough people by it in North America so they just stopped importing it. They only have the higher riding one in a wagon.

[@lucasorourke7887]

There is a sport mode, you have to go into the infotainment system. It’s an actual pain. (Coming from a xc60 with the same power train and generation)

[@nicknoelte5698]

I own a 23 S60 Recharge Plus. I love it. It has its downsides. No storage. And for that price point, I would expect better storage. It has ambient lighting, but nothing like its competitors where they can change the lighting colors. No biggie, though. The car heats up A LOT when not in electric mode. When I get home, the tings and noises coming from the engine compartment sounds like a new Jersey diner's kitchen. But it rides smooth, it's quick off the line (0-60 in less than 5 seconds), and I get gas about once a month! I opted for the plus edition and not the black edition since I wanted better options for the wheels and the color. The crystal shifter is not necessary as far as I'm concerned. I agree that I wish it had better configuration in the gauge cluster. I would like to see the engine temp, and the boost in the turbo, but like you said, it's a comfortable car that actually has great value!

[@Defensivepepe7]

Really fan of Volvo but their prices lately are a problem. I wanted a fully equiped XC90 or V90 but for 100K $ I prefered a 2018 Tela Model X P100D with Supercharger for free.

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@ItReallyIsiPOD]

Oh good lord. Tesla has Dacia level build quality. It's an insult to Volvo to even talk about them in the same comment section.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@ItReallyIsiPOD I have to agree. Tesla's quality, solidity, refinement isn't on the same level as Volvo. Their tech is much better but for me a car has to get the fundamentals right and that's build, quality, decent NVH levels.

[@mikojarvinen6273]

V90 doesn’t cost 100k 😅 more like half of the Model X price

[@Defensivepepe7]

@@mikojarvinen6273 87.000 for a fully equipped one with less things than a 4 year old Model X

[@elguerrodelnorte2345]

Doug selling his house: Doug- Thiis! Is a house. In fact it is my house! and it could soon be yours as it is for sale. Today i will taking you through my house and showing you all the quircks and features and giving it a doug score

[@michaelskube8061]

I like it, a long range, efficient , comfortable, decently fast sedan that isn’t $100k with some nice tech. Volvo was one of the original “large infotainment” brands but has been eclipsed by others with full dash screens. Can’t wait to pickup one of these cheap off a lease!

[@victorguzman6673]

Practically Polestar

[@pauld6967]

The S60 T8 used to have the electric, turbo AND a supercharger. I am surprised the deletion of the supercharger didn't get a mention. As for PHEVs, I have one and I like sedans, so I have been seriously considering the S60/S90. However, having heard how one has to dig into the system to find/use various settings is disappointing. Especially considering how a lot of that can be avoided by including physical buttons/switches for commonly used things.

[@supertouring1]

Volvo should pair their turbo 1.5 3-cyl (154hp) with this car. I wonder what type of mileage this car could get?

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@melissasmess2773]

Short life for the engine😂

[@supertouring1]

@@melissasmess2773 Plus their mild hybrid. Should be good enough for basic in town driving.

[@GSMaloo]

simple infotainment system is not an issue at all, today we all have wireless Carplay or Android Auto on our phone. Its better to have a very simple system on the car rather than a buggy one.

[@Dont_tell_mom]

I have one and love it!!

[@bigpapadrew]

trivia: i own the #14 OG polestar. when volvo was just testing the waters for a more performance based brand, they released only 50 S60s in australia with the 'polestar pack' to test the waters. needless to say, it caught on :)

[@LuckyQuadrifoglio]

bro i just woke up and got a notification for this vid. and my father almost got one, but my mother said he would get 5 speeding tickets a day. lol

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@nniklask]

volvos are underrated

[@melissasmess2773]

I liked them better before GM got involved in building them.

[@mikojarvinen6273]

@@melissasmess2773 GM was never involved though. Ford was the owner for a while and that’s when they built some of the most durable models. New models are under Geely and great too.

[@05Forenza]

I used to have the V60 Polestar and it was spectacular. The Straight Pipes once said if you think about it like a performance sedan/wagon, you'll be disappointed. If it's a very fast Hybrid, you'll be wowed. I downgraded myself to a S60 B5 for financial reasons, and its still a pleasant daily driver. I personally dislike the new Google interface and prefer the older Volvo Sensus. It's simpler to use.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This car is nice to drive! Brilliant job Doug.

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@Obsidian762]

I specifically filter out crossovers when car searching online. Long live sedans and wagons!

[@SodiumWage]

If I was a professor of Medieval Literature at a private university in Vermont I would totally own this.

[@azeeze1391]

Doug Demuro: "boring vehicle," his tone of voice said it all.

[@michaelmahoney8887]

Love Volvos.

[@volvo09]

I love the rear wheel drive volvos, (and one exception for the front drive 850).

[@PapaSeanX5]

With the way phones are designed these days I don't have "too" much use for the infotainment screen. Within reason it isn't overly necessary to have the latest updates and features. With that said though I'd prefer if modern cars kept tactile buttons for climate controls at least. And the engine bays all lack imagination. I love this cars design overall though.

[@Bye_All_Means]

I won a Hybrid Jeep Wrangler with the 2.0L Turbo Plug in Hybrid, it produces 370 Torque and 350 Horsepower. Some People think hybrid, means slow, because Toyota Prius started it. Not anymore! I get about 25mpg on my Jeep Wrangler in the winter.

[@mikojarvinen6273]

Powerful Plug-in hybrids have been a thing in Europe for a while. Only way we actually get powerful cars besides electric. BMW 545e got 394hp. Stage 1 tune will increase it to nearly 600hp

[@LawrenceMarkFearon]

This Volvo S60 Recharge is the practical solution worldwide. Sedans are still in demand outside of America's truck and SUV obsessed market. Most Americans do not buy EV's either many want the fill up speed and subfreezing resiliency of a liquid fuel engine.

[@whatsay8406]

Please tell me Doug was joking about the foam engine cover being to protect people if you hit them. How many people getting hit by S60's they felt they needed that, and if your a$$ gets hit hard enough to hit the engine, that foam engine cover isn't helping.

[@mohamedkhalel5933]

Doug , you already did a review of an s60 before , it's seems ridiculous to me that you didn't review any older model volvo yet , they are very iconic vehicles , can't believe you can re- review models with minor changes instead of reviewing the more iconic models

[@alobosk]

It’s funny that I see you driving through the same highway I take every morning to go to work. Going through La Jolla / UTC on the 5 from Sorrento Valley. Passing the WeWork building and Elsa’s castle.

[@mrdeeds83]

The engine foam has NOTHING to do with pedestrian safety. I used to sell these cars. They are to absorb the horrible rattle from the 4 cylinder engine that ticks like a sowing machine. Sorry Doug, who ever told you that was being... "creative". This car would be perfect for me as 95% of my driving is in-city and 5% highway. The marketing is interesting as on a technical point of vu, hybrids as a general rule are the "worst of both worlds" as there is still all the maintenance and pitfalls of a traditional ICE car as well as the potential for the "electric" issues. Together, this can be a mess, I have seen this in the shop in 2016-2017. This car does also make sense for markets that do not have a full electric support or have limited infrastructure. One thing that I am hearing is that the Google Car Service is... problematic. Give me the old Sensus and the button for the Drive Modes. Others have also stated that the drive mode "button" is buried deep in the Infotainment menu. Pricing wise, if you can get governmental subsidies, then it is worth the extra coin. Lastly, I would bring this to your attention. When you said: "this car will not be that popular, the market has moved onto SUV's and cross-overs", that to me tells me that the marketing in the Auto industry have successfully convinced you that we NEED SUV's. Car manufacturer's know this and they make more money selling SUV"s and crossovers than they do by selling sedans, dare I even say Sportwagens (looking at you VW)! Volvo customers have never been the "Mercedes", "BMW" or "Audi" customers that go after flash and badge of said brand. Volvo customers like to stand out and prioritize comfort, safety, practicality and to a certain extent, environmental awareness. I own a book that was published in 1997 (S70) and there are pages about Eco-responsibility and attention to materials used. Proof of the point, the materials used for the interior of the cars are non-toxic. Leather has been replaced but if one does choose leather, it is sourced in a cruelty free way and so on and so forth. I am looking forward to my 2015.5 XC70 T6 AWD Platinum. Long live the FOMOCO 3.0L Inline Six B6034T. ;)

[@bwofficial1776]

If you're hitting the hood hard enough to hit the engine a little bit of foam isn't going to make a difference.

[@Dankboi420]

How often do you need to do an oil change on these plug in hybrids? Barely using the engine if you’re just doing daily city commute

[@Moray2023]

Doug is the sort of guy who's dad didn't have a Volvo

[@TeIegrqm-Demuro87]

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[@unloveableandre]

Because HE had one. First car.

[@RockwebEu]

Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance is 510 bhp... Awesome video!

[@joelyons3713]

I agree, Volvo’s are some of the best looking cars out there today, and I think it looks good in white.

[@Superduperloopo]

It has 5 drive modes, due to cost reduction the button was removed (previously just under the start stopp button) and settings found in the infotainementsystem. Too bad you didt had a chance to test them, big difference