#Volvo crossover v60 full#
#Volvo crossover v60 pro#

On early models, the clutch was also replaced with the stronger D5 unit.Ī larger specification battery and 110A alternator was also fitted to run all the extra equipment, along with a dedicated Police fuse box in the boot. Nivomat self-levelling suspension was also fitted to the rear to ensure correct geometry of the vehicle, regardless of the weight carried. As a result, the Police specification vehicles have a striking difference from original showroom model that sometimes the Volvo S60 is used as police cars.įirstly the suspension was up-rated to deal with the demands of Police work this included fitting the front suspension of the D5 model variant (as the suspension was designed to deal with the heavier diesel engine). Police specification models came about through Volvo's extensive work alongside the users of the vehicles and Police Fleet Management departments. In 2004 the T5 engine was reengineered from 2.3 to 2.4 litres and received an increase of 10 bhp (7 kW 10 PS), and a modified turbo in the D5 model also increased the D5 bhp from 163 PS to 185 PS.įirst generation models S60 S60 Police specification (UK & EU) The Four-C chassis from the S60 R became an option on some S60s.

#Volvo crossover v60 pro#

The HU-850 unit features a 225 or 335-watt power output (depending on optional external amplifier) with three presets: 2CH, 3CH and Dolby Digital Pro Logic II Surround Sound. The S60 came standard with Volvo's own radio unit, the HU-650 and an optional extra HU-850 unit.

The interior featured a new pattern upholstery which differs from its original pattern.

#Volvo crossover v60 full#

The S60 went through a final facelift in 2008 with full body-colored bumper and door inserts and larger emblem in the front and larger spaced out 'V-O-L-V-O' letters in the rear. The interior received some updates as well, with new seats, trim, and an updated center console. The exterior was updated with body-colored side moldings and bumpers with chrome linings, as well as new headlamps replacing the original with black housing. Unlike its rivals, the Volvo S60 continued production for 9 years with multiple facelifts. The S60 is aimed to mainly compete in Europe with the BMW 3 Series (E46), the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203) and the Alfa Romeo 156. The Volvo S60 was released in 2000 (2001 model year) being the company's new generation sports sedan. The S60 was built on Volvo's P2 platform, which was shared with other Volvo models like the S80, V70, XC70 and finally the XC90.