Below Average Reliability

2019 Volvo S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

3rd Generation (SPA) ยท 2.0L Drive-E T5 FWD 250hp / 2.0L Drive-E T6 AWD 316hp / 2.0L T8 Twin Engine PHEV AWD 400hp ยท $22,000 - $38,000

Known Issues โ€” 2019 Volvo S60

CRITICAL

T6 turbo oil return line seeping

CRITICAL

T8 PHEV battery degradation

MODERATE

Sensus infotainment freeze or crash

MODERATE

Sunroof water leak from blocked drain tubes

MINOR

Pilot Assist over-correction on lane changes

MINOR

Rear brake caliper sticking in cold climates

What to Inspect

  • Check T6 turbo return line for oil seepage
  • On T8 โ€” test EV range and charging
  • Test Sensus infotainment stability
  • Inspect sunroof drainage
  • Test Pilot Assist on highway
  • Test rear brake release after sitting

Expected Maintenance Costs

Service Interval Cost
Oil change (synthetic) every 10,000 miles $110-$150
Spark plugs every 45,000 miles $200-$300
Transmission fluid service every 50,000 miles $230-$360
Brake fluid flush every 2 years $100-$150
Coolant flush every 50,000 miles $130-$200
T8 PHEV battery inspection every 40,000 miles $150-$300

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