Test Drive: Volvo V60

After the S90 review i was expecting great things from Volvo with the V60. And i feel true to form that Volvo have delivered again.

As soon as you get into the comfortable Volvo seats you are faced with a big windscreen, and a dashboard composed of nice materials. you want to go for a drive when you are in the V60.

The design is simple, not least because of the touchscreen that is easy operate whilst driving

Space-wise, as an estate, you would expect good boot space and the Volvo does not disappoint in this aspect. The boot bigger than some of its competitors. There is not load lip and as getting things in and out is easy. There are a couple of nice attachments in the back to stop smaller odds and sods rattling around.

Certainly, it is comfortable to drive and there is enough room in the back for three adults in relative comfort too.

For those with baggage because of young children there is are the Isofix fittings in the back that are covered by a hinged cover. There is also through storage for skis etc though the middle of the back seat.

The driving experience is great for cruising and for those long trips it is a nice, practical car. It feels like you have to move the wheel more than necessary for sharper corners. That being said, the car is stable and can handle the corners it just feels like you have to work harder than you should when steering

Admittedly, however, if you are looking for car so speed around corners in the countryside this is not it. It’s not that it’s unsafe. In fact, I would rather be in a Volvo in that situation than most other cars. There are a plethora of safety features in the car with great all around cameras and sensors mitigating blind spots and the like.

I wouldn’t hesitate to buy one.