Volvo has launched the handsome, all-new V60 wagon with prices starting from $54,950.
Available in two front-wheel-drive and three all-wheel-drive models, including two sporty R-Design variants, the new Volvo V60 delivers contemporary European sports wagon style, a very slick chassis with Volvo’s FOUR-C active suspension and a flexible interior layout.
The engine lineup boasts two outstanding petrol powerplants and one diesel - Volvo’s 177kW/320Nm 2.0-litre, four-cylinder GTDi, the upgraded 224kW/440Nm, 3.0-litre, turbocharged six-cylinder and the 151kW/420Nm, 2.4-litre, five-cylinder, twin-turbo diesel.
Sporty R-Design variants (T5 and T6) gain interior and exterior enhancements plus sports suspension with a 15mm lower ride height.
On the options list are Volvo’s third-generation Adaptive Cruise Control (with Collision Warning, Full Auto Braking, Queue Assist and Pedestrian Detection) and lane Departure warning with Driver Alert.
Inside is the usual Volvo top-shelf list of equipment including multiple audio/multimedia choices and satellite navigation.
And of course the massive Volvo safety features abound including standard City Safety.
The full range is:
T5 2.0-litre $54,950
T5 R-Design 2.0-litre $59,150
D5 AWD 2.4-litre $60,950
T6 AWD 3.0-litre $67,950
T6 AWD R-Design 3.0-litre $72,150
Car Showroom will put the new Volvo V60 through its paces in Albury on Thursday.
