It seems that most car companies are coming into their own when design is concerned. They want to preserve their heritage but move into the future all at the same time. this is what makes this industry so exciting. The Volvo S60 is a move forward, but lacks any real thrill. The front of the S60 is cleaner and more aerodynamic than its predecessor, but doesn't evoke any excitement. The head lights are boring and the smaller light next to them really doesn't match. The area right below the head lights has angular indentations that make us cringe. This design feature adds a futuristic element that does not fit the rest of the car. Volvo's logo and line across the grill also throws the S60 off balance.
The rear of the S60 is decent. The S60 gets next generation looking tail lights and the unusual "built in hip" tail light has given way to a more run of the mill design. The tail lights are raised from the frame giving them a "bubble look" which makes them stand out instead of fitting in with the frame.
The character line of the S60 flows nicely from front to back, raising just a bit over the wheel wells. The vehicle has a seam in front of the rear wheel well that looks sloppy. The "hip" on the rear quarter panel has been greatly reduced and makes the car seem less quirky but dull at the same time. Hum, hum seems appropriate.
2011 Volvo S60
Grade: 4
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