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2011 Volvo S60 T5

[ Saturday, January 29th, 2011 | by automotiveroom | under CAR, New Cars, Volvo ]

On the us market volvo car maker has updated offer of T5 series, is currently offered exclusively with a turbocharged straight-six engine developing 300 horsepower and 325 pound-feet (440 Nm) of torque, but that could soon become the range topping version. This is due to recent Swedish media have reported that the automaker plans to introduce a new five-cylinder model for the North American market with the S60 model year 2012.

The updated offer of S60 T5 FWD model is also accompanied by a special introductory lease rate plan of $299/month, available until February 28, 2011, which starts at $30,795, excluding an $875 destination fee.

The T5 support by by a turbocharged 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine, delivering 250HP and 266 lb-ft (361 Nm) of torque – or 295 lb-ft (401 Nm) in “over boost” mode. Power is sent to the front wheels through Volvo’s second-generation 6-speed automatic Geartronic transmission. The 0-to-60 mph (96 km/h) sprint takes just 6.8 seconds, while the top speed is electronically limited to 130 mph (209 km/h).

The Volvo S60 T5 FWD equipped some features includes: power driver seat with memory, power folding rear head restraints, front and rear sport seats, leather steering wheel with metal inlays, dual-zone air conditioning, infotainment and 8-speaker sound system, Bluetooth hands-free phone interface, T-Tec textile upholstery and 17-inch alloys.

In addition there safety systems, such as Corner Traction Control by torque vectoring, Advanced Stability Control, Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC), Whiplash Protection Seating System (WHIPS) and a host of airbags.

The coverage plan specifically comprises: