The all new 2015 Volvo V60 Sportswagon T5-E is roaring back into the U.S. luxury wagon market with a vengeance.
Don't pooh-pooh the wagon anymore, folks. This car will make a hard run for your driving affections.
The Swedish automaker behind one of the earliest crossovers, the Cross Country, and designers of a long line of wagons delivers another superb vehicle with the V60. Bolstered by a smooth riding, sport-tuned chassis, the car is a nifty combination of style, performance and utility, and this slick wagon handles more like its side- kick the S60 sedan.
The eye-catching slick body lines, angular accents and classically minimalist interior demand your attention. It's such a visual departure from the last wagon, the V70. The moment I slid into the leather-clad driver's seat and grabbed hold of the padded steering wheel, I knew I was in a special car. Add the legendary safety features such as the unibody construction and a low-speed collision- avoidance system and I think Volvo has a winner.
Let's face it, Volvo has long made solid, good-driving cars and has always had some of the best seats in any car. The ergonomically designed seats are super- comfortable with glove-soft leather, making the driving experience all the better. The controls are right where you need them, but the labeling is not quite as intuitive as you might think. I tended to try to change the radio volume with the cruise speed controller because they looked the same.
The cargo area is pretty good and with the rear seats down it's fairly spacious.
The $35,300 E trim level is the base model that makes 240 horsepower off a 2-liter turbocharged engine. The eight-speed automatic is smooth and the front-wheel drive delivers an estimated 37 miles per gallon on the highway. There's a drop-off to 25 miles per gallon around town, but the roughly 30 mpg average is quite good. To get the all-wheel drive feature you'll have to upgrade to the 2.5-liter in-line 5 turbo or the top of the line luxury R-Spec.
Our $42,225 tester was treated to a couple of upgrades including the $2,550 Premier Plus package, which includes leather, exterior bright work, keyless entry and parking assist. Add the $1,500 Sport Package to dress up the wheels, add paddle shifters and the Blind Spot system to complete the car.
This car will be a real competitor in the luxury wagon category so BMW and Audi should be looking over their shoulders.
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