Volvo V60 2.0 B4P Plus Dark 5dr Auto [7 speed] Review
Category: Estate car
Section: Version review
The model
Read full Volvo V60 reviewThe Volvo V60 edges ahead of similarly priced premium rivals thanks to its generally comfy ride and great interior quality. True, the BMW 3 Series Touring is better to drive, but we’d argue the V60’s practicality is more important for an estate. We’d stick with the Plus trim and B4 engine, but company car drivers will want the T6 plug-in hybrid.
The trim
See full equipmentStepping up from Core to Plus trim is tempting, because it bags you 19in wheels, four-zone climate control, a heated steering wheel, a heated windscreen and a gesture-controlled tailgate (just swipe your foot under the rear bumper and the tailgate opens). This is the entry-level trim on the Recharge T6 model, which comes with a Type 2 charging cable (to plug into public chargers).
The engine
See full engine specsThe B3 (P) is good but if you can opt for this 194bhp B4 (P), which is our pick of the range. It knocks a second off the B3’s 0-62mph time (8.0sec), it’s more energetic at motorway speeds and, having a bit more oomph suits a car designed to carry people plus luggage. It's also slightly more efficient than the B3 (P) because you have to work it less strenuously, so officially it still averages just over 40mpg.
