2025 Volvo S60
After nearly a quarter century, the Volvo S60 is taking its final bow in the U.S. market. This compact sedan, which was introduced for the 2001 model year, makes its departure amid the industry-wide shift toward SUVs and crossovers that has reduced demand for traditional sedans. Through three generations of development, the S60 established itself as a distinctive choice in the premium compact segment, combining Swedish design with competitive performance and technology. Eventually, the S60 got the market’s attention when it became the first Volvo to be built in the U.S.
The current third-generation S60 maintains the model's five-passenger configuration while showcasing Volvo's evolution. Although it matched many German rivals in performance and features, the S60 carved its own path through unique styling and an emphasis on safety innovation. The changes are limited for this final model year: Volvo has merely altered the name of its top-most trim from Ultimate to Ultra.
This overview explores just the standard 2025 Volvo S60. Look for our separate page on the 2025 Volvo S60 Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV).
Trims and Powertrains
Volvo offers the 2025 S60 in three flavors: Core, Plus, and Ultra. All of them are powered by a turbocharged 247-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine enhanced with mild hybrid technology for maximum fuel efficiency. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard with the Core and Plus, while all-wheel drive is optional with these trims and standard with the Ultra. An eight-speed automatic transmission manages both drivetrains.
The FWD S60 has been rated by the EPA to achieve 27 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. With AWD, the fuel economy estimates change to 25 mpg around town and 34 mpg on the open road.
Standard Features
The S60’s Core trim is a well-equipped machine, featuring a panoramic roof, leatherette upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, power front seats, a driver’s memory system, a 12.3-inch driver display, and power-retractable side mirrors (with auto-dimming), and fog lights. Volvo also includes proximity keyless entry, keyless start, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, rain-sensing windshield wipers, afterrun climate control (operates the climate control system for 15 minutes after the vehicle has been turned off), a tailored steering wheel and shift knob, and 18-inch alloy wheels.
The Plus gets upgraded with leather upholstery, premium cabin decor and lighting, a cabin air purifier, a power child safety lock, and power-folding outer rear headrests. The Ultra receives additional amenities, including heated front seats, four zones of automatic climate control, a head-up display, a front passenger seat memory system, a driver's seat power cushion extension, additional front seat power lumbar controls, a tailored dashboard, a power outlet in the trunk, and 19-inch wheels. There’s also a Black Edition of the Ultra, which gets unique exterior treatments, exclusive Nappa leather/leatherette/textile upholstery, and other cabin accents. All trims are available with the optional Climate Package, which will add heated front seats (standard on the Ultra), a heated steering wheel, heated rear outboard seats, and headlight washers.
Advanced Driver Aids and Safety Technology
The 2025 S60 has numerous standard driver-assist features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, oncoming lane mitigation, traffic sign recognition, and slippery road alert. The cruise control and rear parking sensors of the Core are upgraded to Pilot Assist (semi-autonomous driving), adaptive cruise control, and four-sided parking sensors in the higher trims. The Plus and Ultra also have a surround-view monitor. Every trim gets an array of airbags, anti-lock brakes, stability control, traction control, hill start assist, and a rearview monitor.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The S60’s infotainment system features Google built-in technology and a 9-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen. This platform brings together Google Assistant, Google Maps, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Bluetooth. Remote services and other functions are accessible through the included Volvo Cars app. The Core and Plus host a ten-speaker sound system that’s upgraded to a 14-speaker Harman Kardon arrangement in the Ultra (this upgrade is also an option with the Plus).
