FIRST DRIVE: 2020 Volvo S60 T8 R-Design CKD Malaysian review - from RM282k

The 2020 Volvo S60 T8 CKD sure sounds like a great deal on paper, but what's it like in the real world? Here's our comprehensive review to see if it's good enough to be a proper rival to the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and watch the end to find out if Hafriz Shah would actually consider the S60 to replace his current C-Class too!
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[@saufiizhar3308]

This is my first time watching a Malaysian reviewing a car. Really surprised to discover your name is Hafriz Shah instead of John Whatsoever 😅. I'm far more amazed by your all-round review rather than the car itself. Excellently delivered, well spoken out. However, it would be even nicer to put some graphical specs of the car throughout the video. Keep it up!

[@MrBenjaminSebastian311]

Aircond control in the Volvo can be controlled using voice lah. In fact you don’t even need to look at the screen to manipulate the air conditioning system. Please do your research speaking your mind. Lol

[@hafrizshah4937]

Sure, buddy. Go ahead and use voice controls every time you want to adjust the aircon while driving. Great solution 👍

[@MrBenjaminSebastian311]

Hafriz Shah it is! You don’t even need to take your eyes off the road. Why will you brand it a ‘complain’ ? Doesn’t make any sense. Function such as recirculation, heater, fan speed, temperature can all be controlled via voice.

[@hafrizshah4937]

Benjamin Sebastian that's true, but I wouldn't call it a practical solution. Takes way too much effort and time for such simple tasks. Sure voice controls work, some better than others, but most of the time they're not much more than a gimmick.

[@MrBenjaminSebastian311]

Hafriz Shah to be honest dude, it depends on how you look at it. To me it’s a ‘function’ more than a ‘solution’, never a gimmick, because it is actually an improvement on the safety aspect as the driver wouldn’t even have to take his/her eyes off the steering wheel. It’s a feature/function worthy of praise from Volvo nonetheless 👍🏻

[@hafrizshah4937]

Benjamin Sebastian Yes, it makes sense in the way you put it. Having said that, the S60's voice commands for AC controls aren't any better than what's offered on the facelifted W205 C-Class, and far less intuitive and/or useful than the newer "Hey BMW" function in the G20 3 Series. So I don't agree that special praise should be given in this respect.

[@gregs3555]

My T8 has a crystal shit knob, it really makes the interior.

[@paparadzi734]

Shit knob? LOL.

[@gregs3555]

Are you a child?

[@professionalyoutubecomment7272]

Don't know why people think this car looks nice. It has a cheap car looking exterior.

[@konsen6149]

Maybe you have a cheap mind

[@chadl8770]

I love Volvo’s... but with a 2.0 I4 plus electric motors and so much tech... don’t want this outside of warranty.

[@muzlp]

With the level of performance & equipments offered it’ll be a valuable buy compared to its rivals

[@kaylis77]

merc c class cannot be considered as high-end luxury class car...e class and s class are.....i know coz used to have these 3 model....

[@zxlrxsyxd]

it's a great car. well specced by Volvo, but still everyone has their own preferences and me personally I prefer my G20 330i.

[@dneshj.9822]

Same

[@EverythingMOTO2020]

I was shopping for new cars and tested all three (330i, C300,S60) . The power that s60 produces just make the other two felt so weak. Yes the 3 has more dynamic chassis but again how many time in a year are we going to do genting/klawang run to really benefit from that handling. On highway n daily commute the s60 trumps with its power when u need it and almost zero fuel for daily commute.

[@liveurlyfchannel9641]

@@EverythingMOTO2020 worth for the price

[@jt4403]

The rear seats can be folded down. even for CKD. just need to know how to =)

[@ariefsharizalnizam1323]

How????

[@alvinrodney6229]

Hafriz, that's a lovely wrist watch you are wearing. Could you share details of the brand and make? Thanks.

[@hafrizshah4937]

Hey thanks! It's an old Longines Olympic Chronograph 😁

[@paparadzi734]

Some viewpoint from a Volvo user: 1. The climate control can be easily manipulated using voice command. 2. The double-click shifter is not an issue once you are used to it. Like a modern aircraft, you look at the gauges to verify the gear mode you're in. 3. Once you're used to it, the brakes are quite natural. It is just like most hybrid or electric cars with regenerative braking. My only complain about the car is losing the folding rear seats. Totally unnecessary deletion to save a few ringgit, which most buyers will willingly pay.

[@hafrizshah4937]

Fair points. Given time you'll eventually get used to every car, quirks included. Doesn't stop them from being oddities in the first place tho 😉

[@paparadzi734]

I've been driving an S90 for over a year, and it is a joy to drive. None of the quirks bother me at all.

[@afdhalsoft]

Very nice and detailed presentation Hafriz. This Volvo beats other continental offerings in terms of specs and arguably looks

[@hafrizshah4937]

Thank you!

[@farisariffin8188]

the white one is gorgeous!

[@editionlvl]

Clear explanation hafriz... And no doubt a brilliant car.. There will be some cons defintely, just like any other car but overall I just think its gorgeous and bang for buck... Hopefully this will get people to notice volvo..i think they are getting better by the day

[@hafrizshah4937]

👍👍👍 But in a way, I kind of like the fact that Volvos are a bit of an underdog in the premium segment. More of an exclusive club 🤣

[@editionlvl]

@@hafrizshah4937 absolutely agree... The brand has very subtle image... And they have their following as well. Till today, I still think the XC90 is a fantastic car evethough it's been a few years old since the initial launch., far superior than the rest of the pack. And while the s60 is fast, it is designed with comfort in mind as well. Not just brute power to ho against the Germans. It's a fair compromise, I would say.

[@snayar3231]

Awesome mask bro good one.

[@chasist]

whats the point wearing facemask when u r far from people doing review?

[@zunaidkajee4540]

maybe he does not want his saliva all over a brand new car, that does not belong to him?

[@omerio100]

Another great review. I like the simplicity of volvo interiors, and out of long term use of c class 2017, the mercedes interior is noisy and not so impressive, although it looks good specially with new mbux but still I find the volvo interior executed with better quality.

[@sathiaseelan7474]

Bower & Wilkins....wireless charges...rear wi ndshiled auto screen...may be to be considered...

[@theunofficialcollector]

This is executive sedan . The viral should be 5 series and E class . Not c class and 3 series lmao

[@zack4676]

I bet people buying this will regret after seeing the wrx

[@cleenegame]

whoa - what a review. great work!

[@deaf_eagle4469]

hope s90 facelit comes with sunroof

[@hazreenabdjalil3928]

bro. got this car mainly based on ur review. i believe ur review :)

[@randychuah]

Gret review Hafriz. There was no mention about the headlights. Is it just conventional headlights or does it come with adaptive high beam, bending lights etc?

[@hafrizshah4937]

Thanks buddy! The headlamps are full LED units with both adaptive high beam and bending functions.

[@cnv1851]

Hi guy, Does 2020 Volvo S60 T8 R-Design CKD have 4 independent climate control zones? And what is the leather of the seats, and are there any air vents for the seats? Many thanks.

[@hafrizshah4937]

The Malaysian CKD models don't have 4-zone climate control, only 2-zone plus rear B-pillar vents. Seats are part Nappa leather, part fabric, with no ventilation function.

[@adventhope4796]

Sorry to say but disagree on the interior. The 3 series actually feels very cheap with the panel made of cheap plastic that feels like the interior of a Proton saga. The overall look incorporates the Scandinavian minimalistic ideology, which is totally different from the German design design. YS Khong sped up Genting effortlessly.

[@gabriel-oh9ck]

you wont do 0-100 in 4.4 with our climate 😂

[@jackdaniel623]

in other climates too.. no one did it

[@GadgetFreakism]

@@jackdaniel623 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXake62dpb1ordk Someone actually did it. Check thoroughly before u make a conclusion 😊

[@6ixmil217]

@@GadgetFreakism lmao

[@danialothman5118]

Eyy they got it from nfs🌚

[@ch13t]

Just test drove the S60 and 330i back to back. Such a tough choice really, so many pros and cons for each.

[@adzahansaad9841]

comfort wise, which one you prefer?

[@ch13t]

@@adzahansaad9841 got myself the S60 in the end and happy with it!

[@iqster719n8]

"Pretty samey", So is every other BMW in the past 20 years? Although it's a T8, in Malaysia it's only the Momentum finish internally, we don't have the Inscription model where instead of the piano black, it'll be with natural wood inlays

[@AmernJ]

Amazing car

[@dashcammalaysia1748]

I think the biggest downside to the S60 is really the rear seats not foldable. This to me is the real bummer here. Coz I think the S60 is the perfect sedan for a young family, sporty, fast and most of all safe. But not being able to fold the back seats down when you need to...that's a real turn off.

[@poovaneswaransupramaniam19]

Nice detailed review

[@sohbeeng1041]

Xander Lim Zhong Han

[@norizasayang]

Am speechless with the.... mask 😷

[@Beyblader3377]

Totally unnecessary in a huge car park space with no other soul in sight

[@username7939]

Kevin Loh cause it’s red in colour just like the car bro haha

[@hafrizshah4937]

Kevin Loh i had 3 other crew members with me at the parking lot, and 1 in the car while driving. But anyway, I'd have it on even if I was alone, outdoors.

[@username7939]

Hafriz Shah hey I’d like to ask if you think the s60 would most likely keep its value relatively strong ? Cause interested in the car but currently waiting for the new bmw330e to be released. Any thoughts or feedbacks ?

[@ryanyentao888]

Very great and comprehensive unbiased content. I am in the market comparing the S60T8 against the G20 330e. Can you enlighten me which one is the best value overall for performance, comfort, luxury, reliability as a long term daily driver. More power to your channel!

[@ch13t]

S60

[@lywai012]

Good car but bad move to strip off hand-free boot and the rear seats fold

[@hafrizshah4937]

The boot has a contactless opening feature (kick sensor), but closing is all manual. But yeah, no folding rear seat is a bummer.

[@peterambrose2148]

@@hafrizshah4937 actually you can still fold the seats An S60 owner did this by pulling the springs in the boot Its a bit of a chore but you can still fold the seats

[@hafrizshah4937]

Peter Ambrose be that as it may, it's not an officially fitted equipment on the car.

[@peterambrose2148]

@@hafrizshah4937 true

[@lywai012]

@@hafrizshah4937 anyway, keep up you and your team good presentation. Looking forward next review is Toyota RAV4

[@pae18sg]

Should've dropped the face mask bro, you weren't in a crowded place at all. Thumbs up for the review though 👍

[@hafrizshah4937]

Agree to disagree bro. I think it's vital to wear masks at all times when you're outdoors. At the very least to set a good example for those who still think it's fine not no

[@pae18sg]

@@hafrizshah4937 yep. Let's set a good example to those hungry crowds queuing up for nasi kandar with no regard to social distancing whatsoever #WeGotThis 🤜🤛

[@karlsundbeck1028]

Looks like you sit in v90 or xc60

[@hafrizshah4937]

Looks huge doesn't it? Makes my old W205 C-Class' rear cabin feel tiny.

[@karlsundbeck1028]

Hafriz Shah iam a big dude and dont sit god in driver seat

[@hafrizshah4937]

Karl Sundbeck if you find the S60 cabin tight, the German alternatives will be even smaller. The C-Class in right-hand drive form has an especially narrow footwell.

[@karlsundbeck1028]

Hafriz Shah thats why i drive old Volvo s60R 6 speed manual.

[@sweetlemon9499]

A very handsome vehicle

[@Kr0nicridah]

Car feels very fast but in reality a 330i can easily keep up with it. Still a good car though.

[@futureflash8098]

A35 AMG will be overpower i guess

[@MrLoha98]

Lol not even close!

[@Kr0nicridah]

Loha Raajh The T8 accelerates faster than a 330i to 100 km/h, but the 330i has a very similar quarter mile time compared to the Volvo as well as an identical trap speed.

[@username7939]

hey I’d like to ask if you think the s60 would most likely keep its value relatively strong ? Cause I’m interested in the car but currently waiting for the new bmw330e to be released. Any thoughts or feedbacks ? Especially for the second question (bmw 330e)

[@hafrizshah4937]

Well, there is no way to accurately predict the car's resale value in the future - will depend much on its popularity and demand. But, looking at Volvo's recent track record, the XC90 is holding on to its value relatively stronger than a comparable BMW X5. There are less used units of the S90 on sale, but again their prices are about on par with comparable 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class models. This is no guarantee the S60 will be as good, but you can say that signs are good. As for the 330e, I'll keep my judgement until its local equipment and price are announced, and until I drive it myself. Likely it won't get an M Sport suspension like on the 330i, so the ride quality difference to the S60 should be a lot less dramatic than what I've mentioned in this video. Handling should still edge the S60 too. But for overall package, yeah I'll wait till I know more.

[@lightweight8789]

Go for Japanese car for second value.

[@nottyboyyy]

Teeth shattering

[@marcusysm]

Vacuum cleaner

[@urbanmystify]

Will this be slapped with the 180kmh speed limit too?

[@hafrizshah4937]

Not yet, but eventually yes.

[@hasifaiman]

RIP Volvo

[@Yddp3307]

hopefully it's there

[@gregs3555]

My 2019 T8 says limited to 155mph but I couldn’t get it past 130mph.

[@6ixmil217]

I mean if they Do you can still tune the ecu yes?

[@abdulwadood6727]

@hafriz Does it actually go 0-100, 4.4, when tested, it did not achieve that whatsoever

[@hafrizshah4937]

We timed it at around 5.1/5.2 seconds

[@abdulwadood6727]

@@hafrizshah4937, hmm, 0.7 sec slower that advertised, Hafriz, aside from its safety features and pilot assist and whatnot, would u still recommend this over a 330i or a c300?

[@hafrizshah4937]

abdul wadood overall, yes. It's just fantastic value for money, as simple as that. An absolute bargain by the class standards.

[@muzlp]

mind u 5.1/5.2 is still faster than both C300 & 330i.. but then again this car is not just about performance. The level of comfort & equipments offered are more superior than C300 & 330i

[@gregs3555]

I’ve tested mine in all sorts of conditions and the best I’ve run with A/C off, traction off, 1/4 fuel tank, nearly full charge and in less than 50 degrees Fahrenheit is 4.7 seconds.

[@CH-xe2bf]

Hard to accept the rear end....and the front Thor lights is showing its age definitely

[@ch13t]

I think the rear is really nice.

[@blazerevo]

Why won't Volvo Malaysia bring in the T4/5/6 variants? Now that CKD is possible, more the reason to have these other variants available for the market.

[@dashcammalaysia1748]

I think buyers in the sub 200k range will for sure choose badge over value. But at 300k it gives the 330i and C300 a real run for its money.

[@futureflash8098]

That brand emblem reminds me of Proton style font..maybe because its the work of both Geely and Volvo..lol

[@andrewworld3489]

hafriz shah sex volvo

[@tentarafoo5000]

Geely S60