2016 Volvo S60
US · Compact Cars
The 2016 Volvo S60 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L to 3.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Aspiration | Varies by configuration: Supercharged, Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- S60 AWD · 2.0L · AWD · 8-speed automatic
- S60 AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 6-speed automatic
- S60 AWD · 3.0L · AWD · 6-speed automatic
- S60 CC AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 6-speed automatic
- S60 FWD · 2.0L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- S60 FWD · 2.0L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- S60 Inscription AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 6-speed automatic
- S60 Inscription FWD · 2.0L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- S60 PoleStar AWD · 3.0L · AWD · 6-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.
20V378000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is…
Reported June 30, 2020. View on NHTSA
19V849000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89978.
Reported November 26, 2019. View on NHTSA
16V798000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at…
Reported November 2, 2016. View on NHTSA
15V555000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by…
Reported September 2, 2015. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 13, 2026
Data verified: October 13, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2015 Volvo S60
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) - 2017 Volvo S60
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2016 Volvo S60 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Volvo S60?
Combined fuel economy is 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2016 Volvo S60 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2016 Volvo S60?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.