Electric-blue Polestar wagons aside, Volvo’s performance cars tend to be rather low-key. That includes models like the C30 hot hatch and 850R wagon. But then, that’s the joy of having a sleeper car: extra speed without unnecessary attention. And it’s a concept the Volvo V70R embodies extremely well. Volvo V70R: specs and features While the …
In the days before Polestar spiced things up a bit, Volvo wasn’t exactly a performance brand. It was mostly known for making sensible and durable luxury cars like the 240. However, even before it offered cars like the C30 hot hatch, the Swedish brand had a subdued speedy side. One that came into the limelight …
We are utterly amazed at how quickly the values of some cars can drop faster than a falling rock after just three years. For as much pride of ownership and bragging rights as some must feel, it just seems like such a waste. Knowing your shiny new car drops in value so quickly makes ownership …
The SUV segments have only become more competitive in recent years, with subcompact, compact, midsize, and large SUVs coming from nearly every brand. With so many options, there is bound to be similar models floating through the segments. The new 2020 Volvo XC40 and 2020 Buick Encore are two such similar SUVs that have so …
Reviewers at MotorTrend got the chance to spend a year with the 2019 Volvo S60. During that time, they put it to the test and came up with several things they liked about it. However, there were a couple of items noted in the S60 that weren’t as pleasing to those test-driving Volvo’s sporty luxury sedan. …
Many drivers are familiar with Volvo because of its luxury wagons, a body style that has become uncommon amongst new cars. The V90 wagon is an excellent combo of value and performance. The V60 wagon is also very popular, and some collectors even value the Polestar version over Ferrari sports cars. The Swedish automaker is …
Buying a brand new SUV can be quite a financial obligation, and with most car owners having their cars for several years, if not more, buyers want to know they are getting an option they won’t regret later on. The Volvo XC40 is an underrated option for a luxury SUV, and it is surprisingly affordable. …
If you’re looking for a fast car, but don’t want to attract the wrong type of attention, then a “sleeper car” is what you need to look into. For those not in the know, a “sleeper” is an unassuming car that doesn’t look like it would be fast by any means but can blow the …
Crossovers may still be king, but models like the Volvo V90 and the Cross Country variant prove that wagons are here to stay. The Volvo V90 lineup continues to be a class leader because of its lavish interior and host of advanced safety features. For 2021, the V90 Cross Country gets a mild refresh. The V90’s styling cues Volvo …
Initially, Polestar was the performance division at Volvo, rather like BMW’s M. A few years ago, though, it became a proper stand-alone brand, focusing on EVs. However, before releasing the Polestar 2 electric sedan, the company unveiled the Polestar 1, a plug-in hybrid coupe. But the powertrain isn’t the only surprising thing about it. 2020 …
The Volkswagen Arteon and the Volvo S60 are striking small luxury cars known for their smooth ride quality and attractive car cabins. These models may not be among drivers’ first choices for a luxury car, but the Arteon and S60 are worthy contenders. Which would you rather have? What it’s like to drive the Volkswagen Arteon and the …
Those looking for a superior SUV have plenty to choose from in the auto industry if only a few rated must-buys. Volvo manages to gain distinction as having one of the highest-reviewed SUVs on the market. The Volvo XC90, in particular, keeps winning awards through MotorTrend. Not many SUV’s out there can say they won …
The Volvo S60 is a luxury sedan that’s often overshadowed by BMW and Audi. Even so, this Volvo is worth a look, especially for those on the hunt for an upscale car suitable for the whole family. To get the most premium features at a discounted price, we recommend shopping for the 2018 Volvo S60. The 2018 Volvo S60 …
It’s a comforting thought. Not that 13 million cars have been recalled in the first half of 2020 due to safety flaws. No! But that there were so many more that weren’t. It’s the glass half-full rather than half-empty. Because if you look at a recall like the latter it’s scary. It makes you glad …
The knowledgeable team of automotive experts at Car and Driver put together a list of editor’s choice awards each year and have since 1956. This year, the 2020 Volvo XC40 made the list as the 2020 Best Subcompact Luxury SUV and with good reason. Loaded with tech and fun to drive, the Volvo XC40 is …