Volvo S60 — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Volvo S60 specifications on file for 15 model years, 2011–2025, covering saloon/sedan trims. Across those years EPA data lists 4 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 25 to 37 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 13 of the 13 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20252L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline34–37625★——
20242L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline34–37625★020
20232L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline34–37625★03
20222L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-chargedPremium Gasoline34–371865★015
20212L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-chargedPremium Gasoline30–362005★08
20202L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-chargedPremium Gasoline30–362005★08
20192L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-chargedPremium Gasoline30–37196—023
20182L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-chargedRegular Gasoline26–351895★14
20172L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-chargedRegular Gasoline31–351885★517
20162L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-charged / 2.5L 5-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25–361845★426
20152L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl twin-charged / 2.5L 5-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboRegular Gasoline26–351935★258
20142.5L 5-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25–292255★325
20132.5L 5-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25–292255★486
20122.5L 5-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25–282405★8121
20113L 6-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25263—65

Best and Worst Volvo S60 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 12 Volvo S60 model years from 2011 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 20 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2018 — 4 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2011 — 5 complaints, 6 recall campaigns
  • 2020 — 8 complaints, 0 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2012 — 121 complaints, 8 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2013 — 86 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2015 — 58 complaints, 2 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Volvo S60 covered on this site?

We have data for 15 model years of the Volvo S60, from 2011 to 2025.

What engines does the Volvo S60 come with?

EPA data lists: 3L 6-cyl turbo (2011–2016); 2.5L 5-cyl turbo (2012–2016); 2L 4-cyl turbo (2015–2025); 2L 4-cyl twin-charged (2015–2022).

Which Volvo S60 year has the best fuel economy?

The 2025 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 37 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Volvo S60 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Volvo S60 model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2012 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (8), and the 2012 has the most owner complaints (121). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2019–2024. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Volvo S60?

The Volvo S60 is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.

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