major differences btw 2004 - 2006 S60
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TheCarConnection got an opportunity to learn that firsthand during a recent trip to Sin City. A two-day backgrounder provided the chance to test the mettle of the S60R under a wide range of driving conditions, both on-road and on-track.
As we noted, Volvo has chosen to make only minimal exterior changes to the R-car, a strategy much in keeping with the company’s subdued, Scandinavian nature. Up front, there’s a new grille, that big air intake and a pair of bi-xenon headlamps. The latter system automatically aims the dual high and low-beam lights, no matter how you’ve loaded – or how you’re driving – the car.
There’s a modest spoiler in the rear. (The V70R wagon gets a more obvious wing.) It’s enough to sharply improve downforce, though it doesn’t really come into play until you hit Autobahn speeds. For those who do push the car to its limits, the R-cars are shod with low-profile Pirelli P0 tires. Seventeen-inch wheels are standard, though 18-inchers are offered as an option on the S60R sedan.
Inside, it’s much the same S60 that’s been on the market for the last three years, though there are some nice, sporty touches, such as the leather-wrapped wheel and the cobalt blue gauge cluster. The S60R comes standard with leather interior and comfortable, supportive sport seats. Nonetheless, considering the price premium – as well as the competition the R-cars will be going up against – we’d have welcomed a bit more lavish interior. Ergonomics are outstanding, but there’s a bit of a cheap plastic feel, especially to the center stack.
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As we noted, Volvo has chosen to make only minimal exterior changes to the R-car, a strategy much in keeping with the company’s subdued, Scandinavian nature. Up front, there’s a new grille, that big air intake and a pair of bi-xenon headlamps. The latter system automatically aims the dual high and low-beam lights, no matter how you’ve loaded – or how you’re driving – the car.
There’s a modest spoiler in the rear. (The V70R wagon gets a more obvious wing.) It’s enough to sharply improve downforce, though it doesn’t really come into play until you hit Autobahn speeds. For those who do push the car to its limits, the R-cars are shod with low-profile Pirelli P0 tires. Seventeen-inch wheels are standard, though 18-inchers are offered as an option on the S60R sedan.
Inside, it’s much the same S60 that’s been on the market for the last three years, though there are some nice, sporty touches, such as the leather-wrapped wheel and the cobalt blue gauge cluster. The S60R comes standard with leather interior and comfortable, supportive sport seats. Nonetheless, considering the price premium – as well as the competition the R-cars will be going up against – we’d have welcomed a bit more lavish interior. Ergonomics are outstanding, but there’s a bit of a cheap plastic feel, especially to the center stack.
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