Used Volvo S60 for sale in Europe

About the Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 is a compact-executive saloon from Sweden. It competes with cars such as the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class. It suits drivers who want a quiet, comfortable four-door with a strong focus on safety equipment. Boot space is typical for a saloon, so families who need more load room often look at the V60 estate instead.

Three generations are on sale in Europe. The first-generation cars use five-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. Later cars moved to four-cylinder engines, and the newest generation adds mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions. Front-wheel drive is common, and all-wheel drive was offered on selected versions. Manual and automatic gearboxes were both available, depending on generation and engine.

Our listings span a very wide range of model years and fuels. They include petrol, diesel, hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars, plus a few CNG and LPG conversions. Equipment, engine and gearbox vary a lot from one car to the next, so compare the exact specification of each example rather than the model name alone.

Generations

• First generation (2000-2009) — Launched as Volvo's first S60, it used five-cylinder petrol and diesel engines and included the high-performance S60 R.
• Second generation (2010-2018) — A redesigned saloon that received a facelift around 2013 and later moved to Volvo's newer four-cylinder Drive-E engines.
• Third generation (2018 onwards) — Built on Volvo's SPA platform, this generation brought mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise steadily with model year. Cars from the first generation, roughly 2001 to 2009, mostly sit at the low end. Across all years the median is €10,500. A 2012 car has a median of €5,800, and a 2020 car has a median of €26,900. A 2023 car has a median of €34,200. There is a clear step up for 2019 and later cars, which belong to the newest generation. Within a single year the spread is also wide, because mileage, engine and equipment differ. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Volvo S60

Look at the car in daylight and ask for the full service file. Take a test drive that covers cold start, town speeds and a faster road, and plug in a diagnostic reader if the seller allows it.

• Service history and recalls

  Ask for dated invoices that show regular oil changes and any major scheduled work. Check with a Volvo dealer or the national authority whether open recalls or software updates apply to the chassis number, then compare mileage against the records.

• Engine breathing and oil leaks · First generation (2000-2009)

  Five-cylinder petrol engines of this era are often discussed for blocked crankcase ventilation parts. Signs include oil leaks, a rough idle or oil residue around the engine. Ask whether the system has been serviced, and look under the car for fresh oil.

• Rust and age-related wear · First generation (2000-2009)

  Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms and the boot area for corrosion. Also check suspension bushes, engine mounts and electrical items such as window switches and the climate controls. Cars of this age may need several small repairs.

• Particulate filter and emissions system · Second generation diesels

  Diesels used mainly for short trips can have clogged particulate filters or EGR parts. Look for warning lights, check that the engine runs smoothly, and ask when the filter and related parts were last serviced or cleaned.

• Gearbox and timing drive records · Second generation (2010-2018)

  On automatics, shifts should be smooth with no flare or jerking, both cold and warm. Also check the service schedule for the timing belt or chain on the specific engine, and ask for proof that it was done on time.

• Charging system and battery · Plug-in hybrid versions

  Test charging from a socket, using the supplied cable. Inspect the charging port for damage, and check that the car switches between electric and petrol power without warnings. Ask a Volvo specialist to read the hybrid battery condition if possible.

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