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2019 Volvo S60

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

Class: Compact Cars
Body styles: 4dr Sedan
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 250–316 hp
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Seats: 5
Fuel: Plug-in Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best): 31 combined · 29 city / 36 hwy
Length: 187.4 in
Curb weight: 3,664 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 5 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 31 MPG combined — 16% better than the average 2019 compact car (26.8 MPG).
Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
AWD / 4WD available
Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
5 recallsMore than similar models (about 1). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 25 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Volvo S60 is a compact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 187 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,664 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 31 MPG combined (29 city / 36 highway), 16% better than the 2019 compact car average of 26.8 MPG, for an estimated $2,650 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2019

New body dimensions: 4.7 in longer, wheelbase +3.6 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
New plug-in hybrid version
Best combined MPG up from 29 to 31

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 S60 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine250–316 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl

Engine313 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl plug-in hybrid

Transmission8-speed automatic

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

MomentumR-DesignInscription

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Adaptive driving beamStandard

Keyless startStandard

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 S60 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
4dr Sedan	187.4 in	72.8 in	56.3 in	113 in	63 / 63 in	3,664 lb	56/44

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
S60 AWD PHEV Plug-in Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	29 / 34 / 31	+16%	$2,650	149
S60 FWD	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	Front-Wheel Drive	24 / 36 / 28	+4%	$2,950	316
S60 AWD	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	21 / 32 / 25	-7%	$3,300	351

9/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

10/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $2,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

26.8 MPG2019 Compact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2019 Volvo S60.

Similar 2019 compact cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2019 Volvo S60 (this car)	31 MPG	Not rated	5
2019 BMW 3 Series	30 MPG	★★★★★	0
2019 BMW 5 Series	29 MPG	Not rated	0
2019 Lexus IS	24 MPG	Not rated	2
2019 Audi A4	30 MPG	Not rated	1
2019 Tesla Model 3	310 mi	★★★★★	22
2019 Audi A6	27 MPG	★★★★★	7

Recalls (5)

Air Bags › Frontal · Nov 21, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V780000 · 346 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC. (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2024 S60 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not be secured properly, which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts securing the passenger air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10254.

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Jun 2, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V414000 · 85,550 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.
Risk: Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.

Seat Belts › Front · Jun 30, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V378000 · 308,260 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking · Mar 12, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V144000 · 121,605 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
Risk: If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.

Suspension › Rear · Apr 25, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V327000 · 8,266 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 S60 vehicles. The rear suspension toe link flange lock nuts may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in a sudden change in vehicle handling.
Risk: A sudden change in vehicle handling can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear toe link flange bolts and lock nuts, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2019. Owner's my contact Volvo Customer Service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R19938.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 Volvo S60 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

25Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

1Involved a crash

2Involved a fire

2Injuries reported

15,300 miTypical mileage at failure

Electrical System6

Tires4

Unknown Or Other3

Visibility/Wiper2

Seats2

Power Train2

Exterior Lighting2

Service Brakes2

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 Volvo S60 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Electrical System — 6 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Tires — 4 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
Visibility/Wiper — 2 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 15,300 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Volvo S60. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other S60 years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2025 S60	31	188.2 in	Not rated	3	0
2024 S60	31	188.2 in	Not rated	4	22
2023 S60	31	188.2 in	Not rated	7	3
2022 S60	31	187.4 in	Not rated	4	15
2021 S60	30	187.4 in	Not rated	3	8
2020 S60	30	187.4 in	Not rated	6	12
2018 S60	29	182.7 in	★★★★★	1	4
2017 S60	29	182.7 in	★★★★★	6	18
2016 S60	30	182.7 in	★★★★★	4	29
2015 S60	29	182.3 in	★★★★★	2	60
2014 S60	24	182.3 in	★★★★★	3	21
2013 S60	24	182.3 in	Not rated	4	77

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →