Summary

• With 306 currently listed for sale and an average price of $19,807.00, 29.7% of 2020 Volvo S60s for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2020 Volvo S60 5 / 5 stars.

• 78.4% of 2020 S60 models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2020 Volvo S60 stands out as a compact luxury sedan that blends Scandinavian style with a strong emphasis on safety and comfort. In the third-generation S60, Volvo moved the car onto its Scalable Product Architecture platform and gave it the refined design language and advanced safety systems of the flagship S90 in a smaller, sleeker package. It was also the first Volvo model assembled in North America, which adds another layer of distinction to this generation.

For 2020, the S60 offered a broad range of powertrains built around Volvo’s 2.0-liter four-cylinder Drive-E engine family. The base T5 produced 250 horsepower and was front-wheel drive only, while the T6 used a twin-charged setup with 316 hp and all-wheel drive. At the top of the range, the T8 plug-in hybrid delivered 400 hp and 22 miles of all-electric range, and the T8 Polestar Engineered raised output to 415 hp and 494 pound-feet of torque while adding larger brakes, adjustable Ohlins suspension, and forged wheels. Inside, the S60 leaned into Volvo’s strengths with high-quality materials, superb build quality, a panoramic moonroof, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 9-inch touchscreen. Standard City Safety, plus available Pilot Assist features such as adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist, reinforced its safety-first appeal.

There are a few tradeoffs to keep in mind. The fuel economy for gas models is described as about 30 mpg, which is not especially noteworthy, and the rear seats are tight. Still, the 2020 S60 remains appealing for buyers who want a stylish sedan with a quiet ride, smooth acceleration, strong safety credentials, and a cabin that feels thoughtfully designed rather than flashy.

Other model years to consider

• 2024 Volvo S60

  • Average price: $31,000.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 35.3%
  • Total listings: 641

• 2023 Volvo S60

  • Average price: $29,773.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 34.7%
  • Total listings: 611

• 2016 Volvo S60

  • Average price: $10,930.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 41.2%
  • User rating: 4.8 / 5
  • Total listings: 335

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.