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VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 195 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

96%

Total Tests (2024)

195

Avg Mileage

44,028 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,772

Is the 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLVO brand average of 87%.

At 4 years old, 96% of VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD As from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 195 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 44,028 miles.

How does the 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars369th out of 2,596(top 14%)
Rank among all VOLVO models52th out of 635(top 8%)
vs national average+14% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average+4% (92% avg)
vs VOLVO average+9% (87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A has 44,028 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

How much does a 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1969cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,772
Per month£148/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202096%19544,028 mi
201987%13350,329 mi

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About the 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A

The 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A is a premium with a 1969cc petrol engine. 195 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2020 cars for reliability.

With an average of 44,028 miles at 4 years old, VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A Fuel Costs

The 1969cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A

At 4 years old, the VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Alternatives to the 2020 VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A

The VOLVO S60 R-DESIGN + T8 PHEV AWD A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premiums from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: