Price Range: Ksh 4,500,000- Ksh 5,700,000.

The Volvo V60 is a luxury station wagon produced by Swedish automaker Volvo since 2010. The V60 has undergone two generations with the second generation debuting in 2018. It uses the  Volvo Scalable Product Architecture platform and has a  Cross Country variant which has a higher ground clearance. Motorists in Kenya love the V60 due to its elegant exterior look, practicality, pleasant driving demeanors, and plenty of cargo space. It is also family-friendly with advanced safety features that make sure your kin is safe. The Volvo V60 competes with the Audi A4,  Mercedes-Benz E-Class,  Subaru Outback, BMW 3 Series, and Volkswagen Golf.

Volvo V60:Exterior, Interior, and Engine Options

The V60 features an attractive look with a solid build and sharp angles. The front fascia has a rectangular grille with Volvo’s signature diagonal slash, the Volvo logo, and T-shaped LED lights which give the V60 a modern flair. On the sides, the V60 has clean character lines running from the headlights to the taillights. It also has bright aluminum roof rails that add to its stylish design while at the same time providing space for extra cargo.

Side profile of the V60.

Moving inside, the V60 features a posh interior similar to the S60 sedan and the XC60 SUV. Volvo has used high-quality materials such as metal trim, real wood, and soft leather which make the interior look and feel more expensive.

Interior

The V60 seats up to five people across two rows. All five occupants will appreciate the comfort of an ergonomically designed seat. The front seats can easily be adjusted to find the perfect seating position.

Other features you get in the Volvo V60 include; traction control, electric mirrors, parking sensors, remote locking, cruise control, and heated seats.

seats

Volvo V60 Engine Options;

Petrol

  • 2.0 L B4204T26/T29/T44 I4

Diesel

  • 2.0 L D4204T14/T16 I4

Hybrid

  • 2.0 L B4204T34/T35/T46 I4

These engines are linked to a 6-speed manual/ automatic or an 8-speed Aisin TG-81SC/ TG-81SD automatic transmission.

Volvo V60: Maintenance Cost in Kenya

The V60 is affordable to maintain in Kenya and its service parts are shared with other popular Volvo cars. Spare parts are widely available same as the body parts.

Pros

  • Elegant design
  • Comfortable seats
  • Quick acceleration
  • Fuel efficiency

Cons

  • Complex Infotainment System

Volvo V60 Specifications

  • Ground clearance: 8.1 in
  • Length: 188.5 in
  • Width: 75.4 in
  • Height: 59.2 in
  • Headroom front/rear: 37.4 in / 38.1 in
  • Cargo capacity (max): 60.5 cu.ft.
  • Maximum towing capacity: 2,000 lb
Rear view of the Volvo V60.

Where to Buy the Volvo V60 in Kenya

If you are looking to buy the Volvo V60 in Kenya, importing is the best option due to the following reasons:

Quality – You get to choose the best quality car. You are not at the mercy of the local dealers. Cars sold locally are usually of the lowest quality and often of high mileage.

Choice – With import, you get to dictate the choice of features that you want. You can define your preferences to greater detail such as colour, upholstery, sunroof, alloy rims etc.

Affordability – Import is much more affordable since you eliminate middlemen and brokers that exaggerate the cost of locally sold cars.

If you are considering to import the Volvo V60, please get in touch with us through our contacts: info@topcar.co.ke, call 0722469360 or chat with us directly on WhatsApp below and we will guide you through the process.