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Volvo V60 Sportswagon 2.0 B3P Core 5dr Auto [7 speed]

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1969
Trim	Core [7 speed]
Price	£35,290
Engine Power - BHP	163
Acceleration	8.6
Top Speed	112 mph
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	141
Length	4761 mm
Width	1916 mm
Height	1437 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	519 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1667 kg

Driver Convenience

12.3" Progressive Driver Display
9" centre console touch screen
Adjustable steering wheel force
Bluetooth handsfree system
Cruise control
Driver alert control with lane keeping aid
E-call
Front and rear park assist
Google automotive services - Enabled entertainment apps, navigation with google maps, voice recognition with google assistant
Information centre
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Power operated tailgate
Rear park assist camera
Service interval indicator
Speed limiter
Speed sensitive steering
Trip computer
Volvo cars services with app
Volvo on call app
Wireless/Inductive Mobile Phone Charging

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Automatic transmission with start/stop and manual change functions
Dynamic chassis

Entertainment

DAB Digital radio
High performance sound, 2 x front and rear Type C USB,10 speakers/220W output
Steering wheel remote infotainment controls

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights with high level LED brake lights
Auto dimming interior + exterior mirrors
Automatic headlight levelling system
Automatic LED Headlights + Active high beam incorporating daytime running lights
Body colour bumpers
Colour coordinated auto folding and heated power door mirrors
Front aluminium tread plates
Home safe and approach lighting
Integrated roof rails in black
Piano black front grille with chrome surround
Power front and rear windows
Rain sensor with automatic windscreen wiper activation
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Roof antenna
Roof spoiler
Visible VIN plate

Interior Features

12V socket in front + tunnel console and cargo area
2 zone electronic climate control with Clean zone air quality system + pollen filter
3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 spoke tailored steering wheel
A-pillar parking ticket holder
Adjustable lumbar support
B Pillar ventilation
Bright metal luggage compartment threshold
Cargo load hooks
Centre console storage
Charcoal carpets and floor mats
Driver and front passenger seat power height adjustment
Flexible load floor and grocery bag holder
Front and rear courtesy and front reading lights
Front cupholders
Front footwell illumination
Front head restraints
Glovebox compartment with illumination
Heated front seats
Height/reach adjustable steering column
Illuminated vanity mirrors + ticket holder
ISOFIX attachment on outer rear seats
Load cover
Load protection net
Luggage compartment illumination
Rear armrest with cupholder
Rear head restraints
Single front passenger seat
Standard gearknob
Underfloor cargo storage
Versatile split folding rear seat - 60/40

Passive Safety

5 x 3 point seatbelts
City safety with steering support with Pedestrian + cyclist + front collision warning with full auto brake and rear auto brake
Dual stage driver/passenger airbags
First aid kit
Front seats SIPS airbags
Hill start assist
IC (Inflatable Curtains) - Full Length
Passenger airbag cut-off switch
Power child locks on rear doors
Power parking brake with auto hold function
Road sign information display
Run off Road Mitigation
Run off Road Protection
Seatbelt reminder and pretensioners for all seats
SIPS (Side Impact Protection System)
Slippery road and hazard light alert
Stability and Traction Control with Spin control, Engine Drag Control and Corner Traction Control
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Vehicle deceleration control with Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake Distribution and Emergency Brake Assist
Warning triangle
WHIPS whiplash protection system - front

Security

Anti-theft alarm including immobiliser/volume sensor + level sensor
Care key with user defined top speed
Key integrated remote control central locking + fuel flap with deadlocking system and auto open/close power windows
Keyless Start
Locking wheel nuts
Private locking luggage compartment

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	141
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	168
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	141

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1969
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	7 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	38.1
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	45.5

General

Generation Mark	3
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	8
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	96
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	84
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	74
NCAP Safety Assist %	76
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	18000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	8.6
Engine Power - BHP	163
Engine Power - RPM	4750
Engine Torque - NM	265
Engine Torque - RPM	1500
Top Speed	112 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	235/45 R18
Tyre Size Rear	235/45 R18
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	5 MULTI SPOKE
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1437 mm
Length	4761 mm
Wheelbase	2872 mm
Width	1916 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2040 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	60
Gross Vehicle Weight	2240 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1431 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	519 l
Max. Loading Weight	573 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	2000
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1667 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.3 m

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