The IT Nerd

I have a very unique opportunity this week. I get to drive the Volvo S60 T6 AWD just months after driving the 2013 version. It’s unique because I will get a chance to see how Volvo improved on what was already a great luxury sedan. First, here’s a shot of the S60:

I really like the styling direction that Volvo has taken. It proves that you don’t have to be polarizing from a design standpoint to have a car that stands out.

What I noted immediately was the fact that the dual tailpipes are integrated into rear end of the car. That’s very similar to the XC60 T6 AWD that I drove recently and provides a better look when compared to last year’s S60 T6 AWD R-Design Platinum that I drove.

The ten spoke wheel design is interesting…..

…. And from a distance they really give the car a very cool look.

Volvo is aiming the S60 squarely at the BMW 3-Series, Lexus IS, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4, and the Cadillac ATS among others. To find out if it has what it takes to go head to head with them, I’ll be posting a multi-part review that will cover the following sections:

• Engine, transmission, handling, fuel economy, and driving comfort
• Interior
• Technology in the vehicle
• Wrap up

So lets see if Volvo can make anyone else in the luxury sedan space nervous.

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