Used Volvo V60 for Sale nearWaterloo, IA

How much does the Volvo V60 cost in today's market?

Used Volvo V60 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Volvo V60's current nationwide average price is $21,619, and its lowest point over the past year was $21,619. Recently, prices have come down for the 2020, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Volvo V60 a good car?

Yes — the Volvo V60 is a strong choice if you want a stylish wagon with a premium feel and a comfortable, practical cabin. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data. Owners consistently praise its spaciousness, comfort, stylish design, solid build quality, and enjoyable driving experience. Expert reviews also point to stylish design, great handling, and premium interior materials as recurring strengths. Expert reviews rate the 2021 model among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs across recent expert-reviewed years center on limited cargo space, an underwhelming base engine, and some tech that can feel less polished than the rest of the package. 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo V60 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Volvo V60 highly, and the feedback points to a wagon that feels comfortable, well-built, and satisfying to live with. The strongest owner themes across the data are spaciousness, comfort, stylish design, and solid build quality.

• Owners rate the Volvo V60 between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable overall, but you should still verify service history and vehicle condition carefully before buying.

What should I look for when buying a used Volvo V60?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 82.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2018 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Volvo’s standard driver-assist suite includes a driver-attention monitor, traffic-sign recognition, lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, run-off road mitigation, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian, cyclist, and large-animal detection, forward-collision warning, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
• Infotainment: Volvo’s Sensus infotainment system includes a 9-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, 4G LTE WiFi hotspot, and Bluetooth.
• Fuel efficiency: FWD V60 models with the turbo-four engine get 27 mpg combined (23 mpg city, 34 mpg highway) EPA fuel-economy ratings, while the AWD V60 Cross Country is rated at 25 mpg combined (22 mpg city, 31 mpg highway). The V60 T8 Polestar Engineered plug-in hybrid also offers 22 miles of all-electric range, with an efficiency rating of 69 MPGe combined. It also gets 30 mpg combined in hybrid mode.

Which Volvo V60 trim should I buy?

The 2021 Volvo V60 offers these trims:

• Momentum: The best-value starting point, with the T5 powertrain, 250 horsepower, and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
• Cross Country: Adds all-wheel drive, a raised ride height, and rugged body cladding for buyers who want a more outdoorsy setup.
• Inscription: Adds a more upscale look with extra chrome and starts at a higher price point.
• R-Design: Adds a sportier motif for shoppers who want a more athletic appearance.
• Polestar Engineered: Adds the T8 plug-in hybrid powertrain, 415 hp, 494 lb-ft of torque, and the quickest acceleration in the lineup.

What Volvo V60 do most buyers choose?

The Volvo V60 years with the most listings are 2025, 2016, and 2024.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a wider selection of listings and more chances to find the right price, mileage, and condition mix. That makes them especially appealing if you want more options to compare before you buy.

What is the Volvo V60's resale value?

Most model years in this set are moving lower year over year, which can create better opportunities for used buyers. One year is edging upward, but the broader pattern still favors shoppers looking for softer pricing. The 2016, 2018, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Volvo V60 safe?

• 2021: 9/10

The 2021 Volvo V60 includes a standard driver-assistance suite with lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, run-off road mitigation, automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Volvo V60 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −6.68% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −8.32%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.4% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $39,825. The Volvo V60 offers a stylish wagon shape, a premium cabin, and a refined driving character that make it appealing across model years.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest expert data shows a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, plus a T8 plug-in hybrid setup with 415 hp, 494 lb-ft of torque, 22 miles of all-electric range, and 69 MPGe combined.
• Tech: The latest expert data includes a 9-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, and a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot.
• Safety: The latest expert data highlights standard driver-assist tech including lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, run-off road mitigation, automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
• Starting price: The 2021 Volvo V60 starts at $41,945 for the base FWD T5 Momentum trim level.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2021 Volvo V60 compare to the 2022 BMW 3 Series?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Volvo V60:

• Pros: Stylish design, Great handling, Premium interior materials.
• Cons: Not much cargo space, Underwhelming base engine.

2022 BMW 3 Series:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Multiple powertrain options, Easy-to-use technology.
• Cons: Manual transmission not available, Advanced safety features are not standard, Stereo is lacking.

Our experts score the 2021 Volvo V60 8/10 and the 2022 BMW 3 Series 8.7/10. The Volvo leans into style, premium materials, and handling, while the BMW emphasizes driving fun, more powertrain choices, and easier tech. The Volvo’s weaker cargo space and base engine stand out against the BMW’s broader performance and technology appeal.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.