With a powerful engine and responsive handling, the sporty 2012 Volvo S60 is a perfect match for drivers who crave a little more performance in their driving diet. You'll have fun with a six-speed Geartronic driver-adaptive transmission, which combines the best features of automatic and manual transmissions. Standard equipped with advanced stability control and corner traction control by torque vectoring, the S60 obeys your every command.
Step inside the S60's roomy interior and you'll discover a world of comfortable, modern features. An illuminated, lockable glove box keeps your valuables protected. Even the longest trips are a breeze, with a tilt/telescopic steering wheel, front and rear sport seats, and a comfortable leather gearshift knob. Providing your driving soundtrack is a premium sound system that includes a 160-watt CD/DVD player, HD radio, auxiliary and USB inputs, and 8 speakers.
The S60 exudes legendary Volvo safety with a modern spin, too. It is packed with advanced features, such has a whiplash protection seating system, side impact airbags, 3-point inertia-reel belts, and rear door child safety locks. Additionally, anti-lock brakes, dynamic stability and traction control, and hydraulic brake assist help you steer clear of harm's way. Also onboard is Volvo's City Safety system, which utilizes an optical radar to detect potential obstacles and adjusts the brakes to avoid a collision.
Combining the best features of a sedan and sports car with trusted Volvo safety, the 2012 S60 will take you well into the future.
| Base Standard Equipment |
| Safety Standard Equipment |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) - With Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Optimized Hydraulic Brakes (OHB), Ready Alert Brakes (RAB), and Fading Brake Support (FBS) |
| City Safety |
| Collapsible steering column |
| Daytime running lights |
| Driver and front passenger Supplemental Restraint System - Dual threshold airbags |
| Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) - With sport mode |
| Electric parking brake |
| Inflatable Side Curtain (IC) |
| Intelligent driver information system |
| ISO-FIX baby/child seat attachment |
| Rear door child safety locks |
| Rear fog light - With auto-off |
| Safe approach and home safe lighting |
| Seat belts: five, 3-point inertia-reel belts - Five have pre-tensioners and front have height adjustment |
| Security system |
| Side Impact Airbags (SIPSBAGS II) |
| Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
| Top-tether child seat anchorage capability |
| Whiplash Protection Seating System (WHIPS) |
| Exterior Standard Equipment |
| Advanced Stability Control |
| Central power door locks - With remote keyless entry, trunk and fuel filler locks |
| Corner traction control by torque vectoring |
| LED front positioning lights, front side marker lights, turn signal indicators in outside mirrors, taillights and center high-mount stoplight |
| Outside temperature gauge |
| Power heated outside mirrors |
| Puddle lights |
| Interior Standard Equipment |
| Audio controls in steering wheel |
| Center console storage |
| Cruise control |
| Driver control interface with integrated 7-inch high resolution, color display |
| Dual-zone Electronic Climate Control (ECC) |
| Five padded head restraints |
| Front and rear sport seats |
| Front center armrest |
| Front cupholders in center console |
| Front door-panel storage pockets |
| Illuminated, lockable glove box |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors - In driver's and front passenger's sun visors |
| Immobilizer, encrypted ignition key |
| Power adjustable driver seat, 8-way - With 3-position memory and lumbar support |
| Power folding rear head restraints |
| Power windows - With driver and passenger "auto up/down" with anti-trap feature |
| Rear seat/trunk pass through for long loads |
| Rear window defroster - With automatic timer |
| Rear armrest with cupholders and storage |
| Shimmer Graphite aluminum inlays |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel |
| Trip computer |
| Ultra-slim center control panel |
| Watch dial instrumentation |
| Audio/Video/Electronics |
| High performance sound system - CD/DVD-video player, HD radio, AUX and USB inputs, MP3 capability, 160-watt amplifier, 8 speakers |
| Bluetooth hands-free phone interface with audio streaming |
| Sirius Satellite radio - With complimentary 6-month subscription |
| Transmission Standard Features |
| Six-speed "Geartronic" driver-adaptive automatic |
| Suspension Standard Features |
| Suspension front: MacPherson strut - With asymmetrically mounted coil springs, hydraulic shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Suspension rear: Multilink independent rear suspension - With coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar |
| Steering Standard Features |
| Variable power assisted, rack and pinion steering |
| Warranty Standard Features |
| New Vehicle Limited Warranty - 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Complimentary Factor Scheduled Maintenance - 5 years/60,000 miles, including wear and tear coverage |
| Roadside Assistance - 4 years/Unlimited miles |
| Corrosion Protection - 10 years/100,000 miles |
This Volvo S60 T5 trim level has a 2.5 liter, 5-cylinder engine that kicks out 250 horsepower. Cool "Balder" alloy wheels and a touring chassis provide aerodynamic driveability. 
The 2012 S60's T6 trim is powered by a 3.0 liter, 6-cylinder engine. A dynamic chassis and all-wheel drive with instant traction provide aerodynamic performance and quality drives. Dual polished tailpipes make quite an impression, and you'll also enjoy the convenience of a Homelink garage door opener. 
