2012 Volvo S60 R–Design

Many things come to mind when thinking of Volvo's cars. Good build quality, supportive seats, handsome interiors and, of course, safety.

A front spoiler, rear splitter with exposed exhaust tips, special seats and steering wheel.

The safety stuff's still there as well. The R design is the most powerful car Volvo has ever built. Safety still sells, but so does performance. Buyers looking for a combination of safety, comfort and performance might find the hot new Volvo a tempting choice
Also new is the 1.6-litre T4 turbocharged petrol engine, which is now the smallest engine in the range.

The Teknik models add Volvo Navigation System, Blind Spot Information System, Active Bending Lights, headlight cleaners, chrome front highlights, electric front passenger seat, and a revised instrument cluster.

MY12 T5 R-Design models get 18-inch alloy wheels, and all T6 models come standard with Volvo Guard Alarm system, keyless start, Blind Spot system, Active Bending Lights, front parking sensors and a rear lip spoiler.

This power plant was chosen as one of Ward's 10 Best Engines for its ability to strike a decisive balance between power delivery and fuel efficiency. Volvo has been a safety innovator since its inception in 1927 and shows no signs of slowing down. The introduction of groundbreaking technologies like City Safety and Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake aim to combat collisions caused by distracted drivers. City Safety has been proven to reduce accidents, thus reducing insurance premiums and cost of ownership.

Volvo's guiding principle of building safe, reliable vehicles has been unrelenting over the years due to the simple fact that cars are driven by people. From drawing board to driveway, Volvo is committed to creating a positive ownership experience in every respect. This is precisely why each model is designed to create a dynamic and intuitive experience.

Echoing the Scandinavian heritage from whence these cars came, exterior styling will become increasingly progressive yet sophisticated, while the development of interior space will focus on creating a warm and inviting environment.