Volvo s60 specifications. Third "edition" Volvo S60

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History of Volvo S60 / Volvo Es 60

Work on the Volvo S60 began in 1997, with the original assignment being a sports car with a distinctly dynamic design. The result of the work of Swedish specialists was presented in the summer of 2000. The Volvo S70 is being replaced by the S60 model, a car built on a shortened platform of the Volvo S80 and V70.

The new sedan turned out to be 50 mm longer than its predecessor S70.

The swift and sporty design of the Volvo S60 is a big step forward and, of course, away from the established stylistic customs of the company. A rounded nose, a low sloping roofline, short front and rear overhangs, noticeable ridges running along the entire body in its middle part from the pillars to the taillights - all this makes the S60 look bright, memorable and more like a pan-European sports sedan.

The dark, bulging grille adds a dramatic touch of sportiness to the chrome accents, and this impression is enhanced by the rounding of the front end vertically and horizontally.

Large taillights enhance the resemblance to other members of the Volvo family. The trunk lid is more pronounced than in other Volvo sedans, domed, it helps to make the body finish more sporty and muscular.

The modern and laconic design of the Volvo S60 is in full accordance with the class and purpose of the car.

The sportiness of the Volvo S60 is also emphasized by the graphite-colored instrument cluster visor, door panels, center console and anatomically shaped deep seats. Volvo seats have gained immense recognition for their design and functionality. Not only do they provide excellent ergonomic body support and protection with WHIPS (Whiplash Protection System) and side airbags; they were specially designed with sporting spirit in mind. The seats also provide significant lateral support. This is also true for the rear seat, where the contoured ridged backrest provides passengers with superior lateral support. The front and rear seats are in harmony with each other in shape and contour. There is more than enough space for passengers in the second row, it can comfortably accommodate three adults. This is the result of thoughtful design.

WHIPS is a mechanical system that is built into both front seats. It consists of a wire frame in the seat back suspended by springs and a specially designed mechanism for attaching the seat back to the cushion.

In the event of a rear impact, the system is activated in two phases.

In the first phase, the wire frame and its limited travel springs prevent the occupant from pushing too deep into the seatback. It also provides support to the spine and prevents it from over-flexing.

At the same time, WHIPS allows the entire backrest to move backward, preventing the passenger from moving forward. The upper part of the backrest moves up and forward, making the headrest better support the neck and head.

In the second phase, the WHIPS mechanism allows the backrest to tilt back further, absorbing impact energy and reducing the dangerous effect of the catapult.

There are two standard equipment levels: Comfort and Dinamic. In the latter version, the seats are more embossed, which gives a similarity to the layout of the cabin according to the 2 + 2 layout, while the Comfort option provides more space for a third passenger in the rear seat.

In the interior, smooth surfaces are visible throughout, the joints of which at different angles give the impression of muscularity, for example, the edging of the instrument cluster. This creates a more dynamic style than round and oval shapes. The interior has a large glass area, it is bright, spacious and does not give rise to a feeling of a closed space.

The car has a three-spoke steering wheel, the smallest on the market, with a 60-liter airbag. Equally sporty and attractive is the Spaceball shifter with aluminum trim.

The car has a specially built-in cabin filter, which traps not only dust, but also microparticles of exhaust gases.

The luggage compartment of the Volvo S60 has a volume of 394 liters. It is easy to increase if you fold the rear seat or part of it.

The range of engines consists of five-cylinder petrol units: 2.3-liter high-pressure supercharged (250 hp), 2.4-liter low-pressure supercharged (200 hp), 2.4-liter naturally aspirated (170 hp) s.), 2.4 liters naturally aspirated (140 hp) and 2 liters high-pressure supercharged (180 hp). The most powerful versions are indicated by the T5 index.

Low internal friction and the latest technological developments in the field of electronic engine management improve high-speed performance and reduce fuel consumption. At the same time, the engines meet the highest international environmental requirements. There are two five-speed transmissions to choose from: manual and Geartronic automatic with manual shifting.

The design of the car uses a MacPherson type front suspension and a fully independent multi-link rear suspension.

Traditionally, Volvo cars are characterized by a high level of active and passive safety. ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution is standard, while DSTC (Dinamic Stability and Traction Control) is available as an option.

An interesting novelty on the car is the "Volvo on Call" telemetry system, which uses GPS to determine the location of the car and sends the necessary signals in the event of an accident or theft.

A high level of passive safety allows the car to successfully cope with difficult situations on the road.

To provide a high protection zone around the occupants, the Volvo S60 has been adapted and upgraded in many ways to suit its dimensions, with short front and rear overhangs and correspondingly shortened crumple zones.

Active safety is provided primarily by seat belts with pretensioners and force limiters. This means that the seat belt system evaluates the situation and adapts its deployment to provide the best possible level of protection.

The seat belts work in conjunction with a dual-threshold airbag. The side airbags move with the seats according to a long-standing Volvo engineering concept, so they protect passengers from the most suitable position.

What's more, the IC (Inflatable Curtain) has been upgraded to match the S60's specific geometry. It also protects the heads of rear passengers in a side impact by covering the side windows and door frames.

Additional energy-absorbing padding has been placed behind the panels in some areas to ensure that the impact energy is absorbed by the car and not the occupants.

In 2002, the company announced a "charged" Volvo S60 R sedan. Built on the basis of the Volvo S60 model, the car differed from the basic version with a unique self-adjusting suspension, a new generation all-wheel drive system and a powerful turbo engine.

Volvo S60 R was equipped with a unique electronic suspension control system. This system is controlled by means of three keys on the dashboard of this car with the inscriptions "Compfort", "Sport" and "Advanced Sport". By pressing one of these keys, the driver can instantly turn his car from a comfortable sedan into an extreme sports car.

The new technology, called Four-C, reads information from special sensors on each shock absorber 500 times per second, adjusting their work to specific road conditions. In the "Compfort" position, the car's suspension moves to the most comfortable position. The “Sport” position makes the car more “tight”, and the suspension already quite clearly works out all the bumps, adding a “sportiness” to the sedan in its behavior on the road. Finally, the Advanced Sport mode turns the car into a true sports car, with all the systems in the Volvo S60 R working to maximize tire grip and help to bring real pleasure to the enthusiast of active driving.

In addition to the electronic suspension control system, a new generation of electronic all-wheel drive system also monitors the summing up of the car on the road.

The heart of Volvo's fastest sedan is a 2.5-liter turbo engine that develops 300 hp. With this engine, the car accelerates from zero to one hundred kilometers per hour in 5.8 seconds, and its top speed is limited to 250 kilometers per hour.

The Volvo S60 R is equipped with a new compact 6-speed gearbox.

Externally, the Volvo S60 R can be recognized by a significantly redesigned front end with large air intakes and a different grille design, as well as 17- or 18-inch wheels with low-profile rubber. A very small spoiler fits on the back of the trunk, which, meanwhile, reduces lift by 20 percent.

Volvo S60 R is produced in limited quantities.

Also in 2002, an all-wheel drive version, the Volvo S60 AWD, was released. This is the first Volvo car with electronically controlled all-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive system, developed by the Swedish company Haldex, operates completely unnoticed by the driver, automatically distributing power between the wheels, as circumstances require. Together with the Haldex system, the kit also includes 40 cm alloy wheels, ABS and an anti-roll bar.

Under the hood of the Volvo S60 AWD is a 2.4-liter turbo engine with 5 cylinders. It runs smoothly and smoothly, producing 197 hp. at 5100 rpm and has a torque of 285 Nm at 1800 rpm. This is a new generation RN engine, and it has good economy and environmental friendliness.

In 2004, the Swedish company announced updated versions of the Volvo S60. You can distinguish new items by a slightly modernized design of the front of the body, where a different grille, bumper and upgraded headlights appeared. The interior has also been slightly updated, where new front panel trim materials have appeared. However, more serious changes have occurred in the configuration of the car.

Volvo S60 received the latest road safety system BLIS (Blind Spot Information System). Its peculiarity lies in the fact that special cameras take pictures of the so-called "dead" zones around the car (25 pictures per second), which are then analyzed by a computer, and, in the event that another vehicle or object appears in a dangerous proximity, the system gives a special sound and light signal. True, this system works at speeds up to 10 kilometers per hour, so its main purpose is to help when parking or maneuvering in tight lanes.

Another innovation will be the second-generation Four-C adaptive suspension system. This system has two operating modes - "Sport" and "Comfort" and allows you to adjust the suspension modes for certain driving situations.

Top versions of the Volvo S60, sold as part of the T5 line, will now be equipped with updated engines. The familiar 2.3-liter turbo engine was slightly modified: the working volume was increased to 2.4 liters, the turbocharger, exhaust system were replaced, and a new variable valve timing system was used. All this made it possible to increase engine power from 250 to 260 hp.

With this powertrain, the S60 accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 6.5 seconds.

Finally, two more innovations: a new water-repellent windshield, on contact with which raindrops roll up and then quickly blow away by oncoming air flow and a switchable front passenger airbag.

Volvo S60 is one of the most stylish and safe cars in the world, equipped with the most advanced personal safety systems.

The new generation Volvo S60 debuted at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The S60 has always been characterized by impeccable performance, comfort and safety, and in the current generation these qualities are complemented by cutting-edge design and attempts to give the car a sporty driving performance. The European fashion for the predominance of smooth lines, hinting at the dynamic properties of the car, has not bypassed even such a conservative as Volvo.

The car with beveled C-pillars of a lacoupe body, muscular front, convex sidewall waves and pronounced wheel arches turned out to be defiantly swift. The car has become larger in all dimensions, but at the same time gained only 45 kg in weight.

The sporty feel continues in the cabin. A new three-spoke steering wheel (auxiliary keys for controlling cruise control, music, etc.) are placed on it, rather deep seats with good lateral support and the center console is slightly turned towards the driver. The controls for audio and climate control have become somewhat larger. Ergonomics, design, materials and workmanship of the interior, as befits a car with an aristocratic pedigree, are at their best.

The range of engines for the S60 inspires respect. Petrol and diesel engines from 115 to 304 hp And including - a new gasoline two-liter GTDi with direct injection, layered mixing in the combustion chamber and "intelligent" turbocharging, issuing 203 hp. and 300 Nm. The most powerful in the lineup is a 3-liter T6 with a capacity of 304 hp. at 440 N/m. The petrol 1.6 GTDi is offered in two versions (150 hp or 180 hp). Diesel - 2, and 2.4-liter for 160 and 205 hp. respectively. Motors are aggregated with 6-speed manual or automatic robotic gearboxes.

Volvo S60 2011 is built on a shortened platform S80, which is equipped with more powerful shock absorbers, stiffer springs and strengthened elastic suspension elements. On versions with all-wheel drive, traction is transmitted to the rear wheels not only when the front wheels slip, but also in corners. By the way, all-wheel drive is installed only on the most powerful configurations with T6 (304 hp) and D5 (205 hp) engines.

Volvo has traditionally relied on safety for itself, equipping the car with a variety of electronic driver assistance systems. In particular, a blind spot tracking system, a marking tracking system, a driver fatigue analysis system, and a pedestrian collision prevention system (Pedestrian Detection) are installed. The latter is based on the use of a radar and a video camera, with the help of which the electronics recognize a person in the path of the car and, if the driver does not respond to warnings, starts emergency braking in automatic mode. This system works at speeds up to 35 km/h. At higher speeds, the overall pre-contact collision protection system provides maximum speed reduction to minimize serious injury to a pedestrian.

Like its predecessor, the 2011 Volvo S60 is built at the plant in Ghent, Belgium.

In 2013, the manufacturer introduced a restyled version of the S60 sedan for the 2014 model year. The car noticeably freshened up, lost weight and acquired modern features. The sedan has not changed much in size. The length has increased by 7 mm to 4,635 mm, the width with mirrors folded is still 1,899 mm, and the height of 1,484 mm has remained unchanged. Ground clearance of 136 mm, base of 2,776 mm, front and rear track of 1,578 mm and 1,575 mm, respectively (for the version on 17-inch wheels) - nothing has changed. Still, you can tell the 2014 Volvo S60 from last year's version with the naked eye.

All the main innovations are in the front - this is a new headlight optics and new daytime running lights located just below the headlight. A distinctive feature of the fastest version of the S60 T6 R-Design is the matte finish of the radiator grille with black horizontal slats, and the matte diagonal, on which the Volvo logo and the R-Design nameplate are located. All versions of the 2014 S60 have redesigned LED taillights, and the R-Design modification at the rear is easily identified by a diffuser in the lower bumper, unusual tailpipes of the muffler and 19-inch Ixion II design wheels. In general, the manufacturer offers an expanded selection of rims of various designs, which will allow buyers to achieve complete individualization of their car.

When looking at the sedan from the side, the inflated surfaces of the doors and sidewalls of the body, the high window sill line of compact side windows, the domed roof and the roasted feed are striking. There are a number of details that Volvo specialists have paid special attention to. So, for example, previously the windshield washer nozzles were visible, now they are hidden under the hood. The body of the radar was painted in glossy black, so now it is almost invisible behind the grille. It was decided to abandon the chrome grille surround and use a larger Volvo logo emblem. New integrated exhaust tips, available on select engine options, demonstrate the physical and visual connection between the look of the car and the powerful engine. But in this case, it is not only about innovative design: the developers had to take into account the increase in the length of the exhaust system by 25 mm, while maintaining the full performance of the system.

Despite the change and update, the look of the S60 has remained consistently recognizable. Volvo design is a classic based on elegant simplicity and flowing lines.

The salon retained the familiar architecture of the front panel and the center console turned towards the driver, the adjusted ergonomics of the controls, the grasping multifunctional steering wheel, comfortable first-row seats with pronounced lateral support for the hips and back, comfortable rear seats, but new details appeared. A new graphical instrument panel is installed. There are no analog dials left - the readings are displayed on the display, which offers three options for displaying information: Elegance, Eco and Performance. The first is dominated by the speedometer, which is “embraced” by the blue scales of the tachometer and coolant temperature. In the eco mode, a calm green backlight should set you up for a measured ride, and in the Performance variant, the red backlight and the central place is occupied by a tachometer, inside which speed numbers flash. Also, a new Sensus Connected Touch multimedia system with a 7-inch touch screen is installed on the center console (screen sensors are perceived even by the movement of a hand in a glove). An advanced multimedia system allows you to surf the Internet, listen to music, use a navigator, and even provide a WiFi network in the car.

Special attention to every detail, the use of natural materials such as wood and leather, combined with easy and intuitive controls create the most comfortable atmosphere for the driver and passengers. The 2014 S60 offers new upholstery colors, new wood inserts, new headlining and semi-gloss metal surrounds for the air vents and lighting controls. First row seats with thinner backs added legroom for second row passengers. For the two front passengers, sports bucket seats can be ordered as an option (these are included in the R-Design package by default).

The choice of the buyer is offered four chassis options - Touring, Dynamic, R-Design Sport with a reduced landing and Four-C chassis with an electronic control system that performs 500 calculations per second. Chassis selection depends on driving style and engine installed.

In Russia, the 2014 Volvo S60 is available with turbocharged petrol engines: a pair of 1.6-liter T3 (150 hp) and T4 (180 hp), 2.0-liter T5 (240 hp), 2 .5-liter T5 (249 hp) and 3.0-liter T6 (304 hp).

Of the active safety systems that reduce the risk of an accident, it is worth noting the new active high beam. Now the owner of the Volvo S60 does not have to switch to the nearest every time - the smart car will change the light beam itself so as not to blind other drivers and at the same time illuminate the road as efficiently as possible. New systems that maintain a set speed and prevent collisions have become even smarter. Now they can detect cyclists and pedestrians, and if there is a possibility of a collision, they will warn the driver with a signal and start braking. The updated City Safety algorithm, for example, can slow down the Volvo S60 from speeds up to 50 km/h. And if you are distracted and did not notice the speed limit sign, the RSI recognition system will tell you about this by displaying the value on the instrument panel. And you can still keep in touch with your car by downloading the Volvo On Call mobile app to your smartphone. It allows you to check the technical condition of the machine, its location, control the security alarm.

Already in the initial configuration, Kinetic comfort for the driver and passengers will be provided by climate control, Volvo's proprietary security system, central locking, external car lighting, heated front seats, electric mirrors with heating and tilt function (anti-dazzle), a multimedia system with a 7-inch screen .

Options available include power driver and front passenger seats, power sunroof, rain sensor, headlight washer, heated windshield, heated rear seats, rear view camera, driver monitoring system, active bi-xenon headlights, power folding rear head restraints seats, leather seat upholstery, trim interior elements with decorative inserts (wood, aluminum, graphite) and many other pleasant things.

Of course, a wide range of accessories is offered to personalize the exterior and interior of the car, from floor mats and trunk floor mats to towbars, pads and spoilers.

The Volvo S60 just got even better - those who love Scandinavian design, high level of equipment and modern technologies will like it.



Overview of the new Volvo S60 2018-2020: appearance, interior, specifications, equipment, options, security systems and price. At the end of the article, a photo and video review of the Volvo S60 2019.

Review content:

The Swedish car manufacturer decided not to stop, presenting the third generation of the 2018-2020 Volvo S60 sedan. Like many of the brand's newest additions, the new sedan has been given signature features up front, as well as more modern technology around the perimeter. The official premiere of the third generation of the 2018 Volvo S60 sedan took place on June 20, 2018, in North America. On the same day in Charleston, South Carolina (USA), the new and most modern Volvo Cars plant was launched, which includes all cycles of car production.

Sales of the new 2018 Volvo S60 sedan started a week later and immediately showed positive sales growth. The compact and not so expensive sedan, as experts initially predicted, won the hearts of many fans of the brand. In addition to its small size, the car has become more strict, but at the same time it is still recognizable among other models of the brand.

The exterior of the sedan Volvo S60 2018-2020

Every detail of the appearance of the new Volvo S60 2018 suggests that it is completely new generation sedan, built on the basis of modern technologies, and similarities can only be in similar models of the brand. The front of the 2019 S60 sedan, as expected in the new style of the company, received a lot of changes. The front optics are fully LED, starting from the basic configuration of the sedan, in order to emphasize the unique style, the designers added the "Thor's hammer", a signature highlight of the designers, to the optics.

To at least slightly distinguish the optics of the new Volvo S60 2018 from other cars of the brand, the designers added small changes. For example, the front optics got cut in the direction of the radiator grille, which only added more anger to the sedan. Starting from the basic configuration, the optics received intelligence to control the high beam and recognize oncoming cars. The lower part of the bumper was made sporty, which was not the case before, although it should be understood that, depending on the selected configuration, the shape and design of the front bumper will change. The radiator grille of the Volvo S60 2018 was bent towards the engine, adding a chrome trim and the company's logo in the center. The same emblem of the company has a front-view camera.

On both sides front bumper got two LED foglights, the C-shaped edging can be black or chrome, the additional grille at the bottom of the bumper will be similar. Another advantage of such a Volvo S60 grille is that, depending on weather conditions and temperature, the system automatically decides how much to cover or open the air flow. Thus, the Volvo S60 engine will warm up faster in winter, and fuel economy will be an order of magnitude better.

sedan hood The 2019 Volvo S60 was embellished with two curved lines from the grille to the A-pillars, thereby adding anger to the new sedan. The windshield of the novelty, in fact, was only modernized, adjusted to the required dimensions. The standard set includes partial heating in the area where the wipers stand, while the rest of the configuration received full heating around the perimeter.

side sedan Volvo S60 2018-2020 looks almost the same as the previous, second generation, but with more modern forms. The designers did not add special lines on the side. From the main lines can be noted on the rear wing, giving additional style to the rear optics, as well as another curved line at the bottom of the doors, replacing the moldings. The wheel arches of the Volvo S60 are not the largest, which means that it will be possible to install larger diameter discs only from the manufacturer or identical analogues within the allowable diameter.

Side mirrors Volvo S60 2019 designers placed on the body panel, although previously they were in the corner of the front glass. As standard, the mirror housing is painted to match the body color, optionally it can be painted in a different shade. The functionality of the mirrors is not bad even in the basic set of the Volvo S60: LED stop repeaters, heated mirrors and automatic folding.

Optionally, or the top version of the Volvo S60 2019 mirrors will receive memory for two settings. Another plus is that when driving in reverse, the mirrors automatically go down, as a result, the driver can see the whole situation around the perimeter of the car. From the front and back, you can see that the designers of the 2018-2020 Volvo S60 have moved away from the idea of ​​​​decorating the car with chrome parts, replacing chrome with black decor elements.

The body color of the Volvo S60 2018-2020 is available in shades:

• black;
• crystal white metallic;
• grey;
• Navy blue;
• dark grey;
• red;
• silver;
• pearl grey.

It is impossible to paint the body of the Volvo S60 2019 in a different shade, according to the designers, this will spoil the overall impression and style of the sedan. For body color metallic will need to pay extra $645. The base for the Volvo S60 sedan is standard 18" light alloy wheels, for an extra $800 you can install 19" branded wheels.

Behind the new Volvo S60 2019, according to many, is a work of art and the pride of designers. What stands out the most is the C-shaped rear LED feet with a 3D effect. The upper part of the feet is located on the trunk lid, but most of them are vertically stretched along the body. No less surprising is the trunk lid, the lateral shape is not even, with small protrusions on the sides. The evil shape of the stops emphasizes the overall style of the sedan.

The upper part of the trunk lid is decorated with a curved line that replaces the spoiler. At the end, the trunk of the S60 was decorated with a chrome Volvo lettering. The rear bumper of the sedan looks no less aggressive, two LED foglights are located immediately under the curved line, and the center is embellished with a black plastic insert paired with two chrome exhaust tips.

The last feature in the exterior of the new Volvo S60 2018-2020 is roof. Depending on the selected configuration of the sedan, the roof can be solid or with a panorama and a sliding front. The back of the roof was decorated with a shark fin antenna. For an additional fee, the manufacturer offers to install branded roof rails on the roof of the Volvo S60 for attaching an additional trunk or transverse holders for a larger load.

The appearance of the new Volvo S60 2018 turned out to be strict, elegant and at the same time unique. Designers intertwined modern control systems and an updated charismatic sedan design. For the Chinese market, the manufacturer will offer a longer version of the Volvo S60L 2018. The body of the new S60 sedan will compete with the BMW 3-Series, Audi A4 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

The interior of the new Volvo S60 sedan 2018-2020

Comparing the interior of the second and third generation Volvo S60, the differences are noticeable without much comparison. If we compare the new S60 with other models, then the differences are minimal, the reason for this is simple, the manufacturer decided to generalize the interior design of different models, giving the same style to everyone.

As in other models, the central part front panel The 2019 Volvo S60 features a large 9.5" touchscreen infotainment system powered by Sensus Connect. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are the basis for control, plus 4G mobile connectivity and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Like many new Volvo models, minimalism is observed in all details, the manufacturer has transferred to the touch screen the maximum possible number of buttons and control systems.

On the touch screen, engineers have assembled all the main control systems of the Volvo S60 2019, including full control 4-zone climate control CleanZone. Two oblong air ducts are added on the sides of the display, a small audio system panel and a selector for control are added at the bottom of the display. On this note, the entire console set ends. The central tunnel of the Volvo S60 2019 turned out to be an order of magnitude richer, on the one hand, a gear lever, a selector with an engine Start / Stop button, a suspension mode selector and an electromechanical handbrake are installed in the center. For a fee, the gear lever can be made entirely of crystal, which enhances the overall style of the interior of the Volvo S60.

On the other hand, two cup holders, charging from a USB port, a 12V socket and Qi wireless charging were hidden behind a horizontal plug. The central tunnel of the Volvo S60 2019 ends with a small armrest, with a spacious compartment and, if desired, a small refrigerator compartment. On the back of the armrest, engineers installed two touch panels for adjusting the left and right sides, as well as two air ducts for air supply.

front seats The 2018-2020 Volvo S60 sedan is designed in the best style, with excellent lateral support and a large set of built-in features that provide a high level of comfort. The driver's and passenger's seats are given a more sporty style, with high headrests. Excellent lateral support, as well as divided back zones, seat adjustment according to the standard is only electric, including in the lumbar region. In addition, the seat itself can be adjusted. In some trim levels, in addition to heating the front seats, a cooling function and massage (driver's seat) have been added.

Second row of seats The Volvo S60 2019 is designed for three passengers, although the top version is only for two passengers. The reason for this is the central tunnel, on which the armrest is located with an additional touch screen and a control panel for comfort functions. In this case, there is an additional USB port, a pair of cup holders and a pair of buttons for comfort control.

The proportion of folding the second row depends on the configuration, it can be 60/40 or 40/20/40, although the seats will not be able to fold at all with a central rear tunnel. You can adjust the second row seats by tilting the backrest, as well as by moving the seat forward or backward. There is plenty of space for second-row Volvo S60 passengers, in addition, the back of the front seat is concave on the back side, thereby adding the necessary centimeters for the knees.

For the interior trim of the Volvo S60 2019 sedan, designers used only high-quality leather and Nappa leather, perforated leather inserts are also available. The interior colors of the Volvo S60 2019 will delight fans of diversity:

1. coffee;
2. grey;
3. black;
4. brown;
5. dark brown;
6. white.

The overall color of the interior of the Volvo S60 2019 will also be painted plastic parts and individual inserts around the perimeter. For a fee, the manufacturer offers a two-tone interior color, in particular white and black or brown and black. Additionally, the buyer of the Volvo S60 2018-2020 can choose decorative inserts around the perimeter of the interior, made of natural wood, black lacquered wood, white wood or polished aluminum inserts.

driving position The 2019 Volvo S60 sedan has received a modern style and acquired a lot of modern technologies. In particular, the instrument panel depends on the configuration of the sedan, the panel itself can be based on analog dial gauges for the basic configuration or completely digital, due to a large 12.3 "color display. Behind the instrument panel there is a projection display with the ability to display navigation maps and other information about the condition of the Volvo S60.

The steering wheel of the Volvo S60 2019 is standard for all trim levels, although the color can be one-color or two-tone. Functional control buttons are located on the two side spokes, the company logo is in the center.

The steering wheel of the Volvo S60 can be adjusted in height and depth using an electric drive, and for better control behind the wheel, gearshift paddles and levers of security systems are located.

The interior of the new Volvo S60 2019 sedan turned out to be discreet, with a minimum number of buttons for control and very comfortable seats. The huge display of the multimedia system performs not only an entertaining role, but also incorporates all the main control functions of the Volvo S60 sedan.

Specifications Volvo S60 2018-2020

As always, the Swedish manufacturer provides the buyer with a wide choice regarding units. The new Volvo S60 is available with two petrol and a hybrid engine option, which was lacking in the second generation.

Characteristics of the new Volvo S60 sedan 2018-2020
Engine	T5	T6	T8 Plug-in-Hybrid	T8 Plug-in-Hybrid
Volume, l	2,0	2,0	2,0	2,0
Power, hp	250	316	340	400
Torque, Nm	350	400	590	640
Transmission	8 art. automatic transmission	8 art. automatic transmission	8 art. automatic transmission	8 art. automatic transmission
Drive unit	front	full	full	full
Fuel consumption Volvo S60 2018-2020
Around the city, l	9,8	11,2	-	-
On the highway, l	6,54	7,35	-	-
Combined cycle, l	8,4	9,4	-	-

If you want even more power, then by installing the most powerful engine, the buyer can optionally install the Polestar factory package. In this case, the power will increase to 415 horses, special suspension settings and an improved braking system will appear, as well as a special sedan wheel design (see also). About what will be the fuel consumption of a conventional hybrid Volvo S60 2019, the manufacturer decided not to disclose yet, in order to further stir up interest in the new product. But it is reliably known that the Volvo S60 2019 with the most powerful engine will overcome the first hundred in 4.9 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds faster than the second generation. We can assume that the average fuel consumption of the 2019 Volvo S60 hybrid sedan will be no more than 5.2 liters in the combined cycle.

Dimensions of the new Volvo S60 2018-2020
Length, mm	4760
Width, mm	1808
Height, mm	1438
Wheel base, mm	2872
Trunk volume, l	442 (with folded seats 1680 l)

The basis for the new Volvo S60 2019 sedan was the previously known SPA platform. Thanks to its use, the manufacturer was able to install the most modern security and comfort systems, as well as significantly improve the handling of the sedan. After the first deliveries of the new Volvo S60 sedan, the manufacturer will reveal even more facts.

Safety and comfort Volvo S60 2018-2020

Volvo cars are well known for their safety as well as comfort. According to some reports, this brand holds the first place among other manufacturers in terms of security and comfort systems. To understand what's new in the Volvo S60 2019 safety list, consider the maximum configuration.

Among the main systems of the new Volvo S60 are:

• front and rear airbags;
• lane control system;
• inflatable seat belts;
• side airbags and curtain airbags;
• airbag in the area of ​​the driver's knees;
• side impact prevention system;
• tire pressure monitoring;
• Volvo On Call (smartphone control system);
• active front optics;
• light and rain sensors;
• delay off front optics;
• emergency braking after an accident;
• blind spot monitoring system;
• collision avoidance system front and rear;
• navigation;
• all-round visibility system;
• automatic parking;
• customizable car access key;
• autopilot;
• recognition system for pedestrians and traffic signs;
• immobilizer;
• standard alarm with satellite beacon;
• assistance assistant when starting downhill;
• projection display;
• ISOFIX mount;
• children's lock;
• lane change warning;
• driver status monitoring.

In addition to the listed Volvo S60 2019 systems, the manufacturer offers to equip the sedan at will, thereby deciding the need for certain security and comfort systems.

And its restyled version is the S70. Design work on the S60 began in 1997, the Swede was created on the P2 platform, which was also used to create the flagship of the Volvo brand - S80. Volvo S60 belongs to the D - class, the Swedish passenger car competes with his compatriot - and the best German representatives of class-D: and . In today's review, we will consider the characteristics, features and cost of the Volvo ES 60.

Appearance and Body:

The S60 was presented as a sedan, but a wagon of the same model was also produced, it was designated as the V70. The drag coefficient of the Volvo S60 is 0.28, which is fully comparable with that of the SAAB 9-3. The Volvo station wagon is 130mm longer than the sedan, the wagon wheelbase is 40mm longer, the S60 is 40mm lower than the V60. The body design of the S60 was developed by Volvo's chief designer, Peter Horbarn. You can evaluate the appearance of the Volvo S60 / V70 sedan and station wagon from the photo. In 2004, modernization was carried out. The Swede received new headlights with thicker glass, moldings on the sidewalls and bumpers after restyling painted in body color, and turn signal indicators were mounted in the body of the side mirrors. Compared to the previous model - Volvo850/S70 S60 has become longer by 50mm. Volvo bodies are distinguished by excellent properties in terms of resisting corrosion. If you remove the plastic protection from under the fenders on a ten-year-old S60, you will find that only welds have additional protection, but nevertheless there are no foci of corrosion on the metal. An all-wheel drive station wagon with increased ground clearance - the XC70 can be recognized by the plastic panels that protect the body from scratches, take a look at the photo. Basic modifications of the S60 with naturally aspirated 2.4 engines and 2.5 and 2.4 liter diesel units are shod in 195/65 R15 and 205/55 R16 tires.

Salon and Equipment:

Volvo S60, even with the minimum level of equipment, was equipped with six airbags. Despite the fact that the steering wheel can not be called large, the cushion built into the steering wheel has a volume of 60 liters. Volvo airbags have two levels of deployment, which improves efficiency and reduces the risk of injury to the driver or passenger. The WHIPS system is of interest. In layman's terms, Whips is wire mesh in the back of the front seats. The idea of ​​this mesh is that in the event of a sharp rear impact, the driver and passenger will stretch the wire mesh with their backs (it will not be pressed into the back through the spacers), but it will significantly mitigate the consequences of a rear impact, the so-called ejection effect. The basic equipment of the S60 includes air conditioning and heated front seats. The interior is assembled mainly from high-quality materials, but the hard plastic cover of the front cupholders can cause discontent among people who are used to driving BMWs. According to the reviews of the owners of the ES 60, there is not too much space above the heads of those sitting in the back. The luggage compartment of the Volvo ES 60 holds 425 liters.

Technical component and characteristics of S60

A distinctive feature of the VOLVO ES 60 is the engines, they all have five cylinders and most of the presented power plants are equipped with turbocharging. When considering the characteristics, it can be noted that engines of the same volume produce different power, the power difference is due to the use of turbines with different boost pressures, the same method is used in SAAB. ABS and EBD - a brake force distribution system between the wheels, is also available in the basic version of the Volvo ES60.

The least powerful gasoline engine offered for the ES60 is the naturally aspirated, five-cylinder 2.4 with 140 horsepower. The motor has an index - B5244S2. A more powerful aspirated B5244S with the same volume - 2.4 liters produces 170 horsepower. With a manual transmission and a B5244S engine, the Volvo S60 accelerates to a hundred in 8.7s, the same result was shown by the new 525 Vanos 192hp. A 2.0 turbocharged petrol engine develops 180 horsepower, and a 2.5 turbocharged unit produces 210 horses. The S60T5 modification enjoys special honor, its turbocharged 2.3 allows you to get 250 horsepower at the output. But the most legendary and speedy version is the S60R, its 2.5L turbo engine transmits 300 horsepower to all four wheels. Volvo S60R can only be all-wheel drive, Erka was supplied to the Russian market exclusively with automatic transmission. Note that the Volvo all-wheel drive in normal mode transmits 90% of the torque to the front wheels, but if necessary, the torque ratio along the axes can be 50/50%. The transmission of torque along the axes is carried out through the Haldex coupling. Diesel units among Russian and Ukrainian drivers were not in significant demand, but there were turbodiesel units with a volume of 2.5l-140l.s and two engines of the same volume -2.4l produced 130 and 163 forces.

The Volvo S60 trademark malfunction is the engine mounts, a worn mount can be recognized by the vibrations transmitted to the passenger compartment when the engine is running. The fuel pump cannot boast of particular reliability; infrequently it lives more than 80,000 km. The Volvos themselves set the timing for replacing the timing belt at 100 - 120 thousand, namely, all ES60 motors are equipped with a belt, there are times when the belt vomited for 70 thousand, for your peace of mind, this operation is best done with a run of 60,000 km, it is worth replacing immediately with the belt and rollers. Turbines, according to servicemen, serve 300,000 km, of course, subject to their proper operation. The Japanese automatic machine Aizin does not differ in "good health", the oil should be changed in it every 30,000-40,000 km, and only oil recommended by VOLVO can be poured into the gearbox. The clutch on the manual gearbox usually "ends" after 150 thousand km.

The front stabilizer struts on the S60 last about 40,000 km, the hinges of the front levers - 40,000 km, the front shock absorbers on the ES60 are enough for 100,000 km, the rear ones for 120,000 km. Tie rod ends on pre-styling Volvos serve 50,000 km, on post-styling ones - 100,000 km. Ball joints during normal driving pass 50,000 km.

Consider the technical characteristics of the Volvo S60 2.4 170l.s MCP.

Specifications:

Power plant: 2.4 gasoline, five cylinders

Volume: 2435cc

Power: 170hp

Torque: 230N.m

Number of valves: 20v (four valves per cylinder)

Performance indicators:

Acceleration 0 - 100km:8.7s

Top speed:219km

Combined fuel consumption: 8.9l

Fuel tank capacity:70L

Dimensions:4576mm*1804mm*1428mm

Wheelbase:2715mm

Curb weight: 1501kg

Ground clearance / ground clearance: 130mm

The compression ratio of the above engine is 10.3:1 - this indicates the desirable use of 95th gasoline.

Price

The price of a used Volvo S60 varies from $10,000 to $20,000, while for $10,000 you can buy a car with a leather interior and climate control. When buying such a car, you need to clearly understand that buying a car is not everything, the bodywork on the Volvo S60 is very expensive, but the quality is high. The high price of spare parts is relevant to this car, but we must not forget that the Volvo S60 is one of the best class D cars of its time.

The Volvo S60 is a front- or all-wheel-drive premium mid-size sedan (“D-segment” by European standards), combining: expressive design, progressive technical and technological “stuffing” and a truly “driver's” character ... It is addressed, in first of all, successful city residents (including families) who want to get a “vehicle for every day”, where you can “ride with the breeze and enjoy driving” ...

The official premiere of the third incarnation of the four-door took place on June 20, 2018 - as part of a special event held at Volvo's first American plant (in Charleston, South Carolina) and coinciding with its opening.

The car, in the positioning of which the Swedes focus on "sportiness and premium", after the change of generations: dressed in the "family outfit" of the brand, moved to the modular SPA platform, received powerful and modern power plants and "armed" with a mass of progressive options.

Outside, the "third" Volvo S60 boasts a beautiful, expressive, dynamic and balanced look - the Swedish sedan will definitely not go unnoticed even in a busy stream.

The full face of the car looks menacing and assertive - a piercing look of headlights with LED "Thor's hammers", a multifaceted "shield" of the radiator grille with chrome trim and an aggressive bumper. In profile, the four-door shows a light and swift silhouette with a long hood, a powerful “shoulder” line, expressive sidewalls and a characteristic “outgrowth” of the trunk, and from the rear it attracts attention with spectacular lamps of a complex shape and a relief bumper with two “curly” pipes of the exhaust system.

With its external dimensions, the third-generation Volvo S60 fully complies with the medium-sized class: the four-door is 4671 mm long, of which the center distance “spreads” 2872 mm, fits 1850 mm wide, and does not exceed 1431 mm in height.

In running order, the weight of the car varies from 1677 to 2055 kg, depending on the modification.

The interior of the premium sedan greets its occupants with an elegant and progressive, yet minimalistic design, in which there are practically no physical buttons, and the focus immediately “takes” on the vertically oriented 9-inch screen of the infotainment complex, “supported” on the sides by stylish deflectors ventilation.

In the driver's field of vision are a three-spoke multi-steering wheel with a relief rim and a fully "drawn" instrument cluster with an 8 or 12.3-inch display, depending on the configuration.

Inside, the car boasts carefully calibrated ergonomics and only expensive finishing materials: pleasant plastics, high-quality leather, natural wood and aluminum decor.

The decoration of the third generation Volvo S60 is able to take five adults, but with the condition that the rear passenger sitting in the middle will put up with a high floor tunnel. On the first row there are well-shaped chairs with a well-developed side relief, exhaustive ranges of electrical adjustments and heating, and on the second row there is a hospitable sofa with a folding armrest in the central part of the back.

The trunk of a medium-sized three-volume vehicle is small by the standards of the class - its volume is only 392 liters (at the same time, the compartment itself has a long and wide, but low opening). The second row of seats folds into two unequal sections, allowing you to carry oversized items. In the underground niche near the four-door, tools and a “dock” are hidden (by the way, without it, the volume of the “hold” increases to 442 liters).

For the third incarnation of the Volvo S60, a wide range of modifications is offered (although there are no diesel ones among them), equipped with four-cylinder engines of the Drive-E modular family and an uncontested 8-band “automatic”:

• Traditional petrol versions T4, T5 And T6 powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine with an Eaton supercharger, phase shifters on each camshaft, direct injection, balance shafts and a variable oil pump:
  • on the "younger" version, it generates 190 horsepower at 5000 rpm and 300 Nm of torque at 1700-4000 rpm, working together only with a front-wheel drive transmission;
  • on the "intermediate" performance, its potential is 250 hp. at 5500 rpm and 350 Nm of torque at 1500-4800 rpm, with all the power sent to both the front and all four wheels;
  • on the "older" it produces 310 hp. at 5700 rpm and 400 Nm of available potential at 2200-5100 rpm, and is combined with an all-wheel drive system with a Haldex multi-plate clutch, connecting the rear axle if necessary.
• Hybrid options T6 Twin Engine AWD and T8 Twin Engine AWD is equipped with a 117-horsepower electric motor that drives the rear wheels, lithium-ion batteries with a capacity of 10.4 kWh and a 2.0-liter gasoline “four” with a working volume of 2.0 liters, the return of which depends on the decision:
  • in the "base" it produces 250 hp, as a result of which the total performance of the gasoline-electric drive reaches 340 hp. and 590 Nm of torque;
  • on the "top" modification - 303 hp, which, together with the electric motor, gives 390 hp. and 640 Nm of torque.

From 0 to 100 km / h, the premium sedan accelerates after 4.9-7.1 seconds, and its maximum capabilities do not exceed 210-250 km / h.

Gasoline modifications of the car require from 7.2 to 8 liters of fuel for every "hundred" run in combined mode, while hybrid versions consume a little more than 2 liters of gasoline according to the passport.

The core of the third generation Volvo S60 is a modular SPA architecture with a transversely mounted unit and a power body structure, in which there is a wide proportion of high-strength steels and a small amount of aluminum.

The front of the car "relies" on an independent double wishbone suspension, and the rear - on a multi-link system with a transverse composite spring. For a fee, the mid-size sedan can be equipped with adaptive electronically controlled shock absorbers.

The four-door used rack and pinion steering and electric power steering (its motor is mounted directly on the rail). Ventilated disc brakes are mounted on the front wheels of the car, and ordinary “pancakes” are mounted on the rear wheels (regardless of the version - with ABS, EBD and other assistants).

In the Russian market, the third-generation Volvo S60 is offered only in two petrol versions (front-wheel drive T4 and all-wheel drive T5), but in three solutions to choose from - Momentum, Inscription and R-Design.

A car in the basic configuration with a 190-horsepower engine will cost from 2,350,000 rubles (for a more powerful engine and all-wheel drive, you will have to pay another 420,000 rubles), but such options will reach our country only in 2020.

The performance of "Inscription" costs from 2,724,000 rubles for the T4 version, while for the T5 AWD you will have to pay at least 3,144,000 rubles. The list of its equipment includes: six airbags, dual-zone climate control, full LED optics, leather trim, heated front seats, front and rear parking sensors, keyless entry to the cabin, 18-inch alloy wheels, virtual instrument panel, media center with 9-inch screen, ten-speaker audio system, cruise control and more.

A sedan in the “R-Design” configuration cannot be bought cheaper than 2,750,000 rubles, and with a 249-horsepower unit and all-wheel drive transmission - even 3,170,000 rubles. At the same time, this option differs from the previous one, first of all, by sporty touches in the exterior and interior decor.

Modest budget model with long battery life

The new budget device Lenovo S60, released for sale this spring, differs little from the previously released S90 model: it has a simpler front camera module, a slightly smaller built-in battery and a different type of screen - this, perhaps, is where the differences end. Another thing is that the bodies of both smartphones, which are almost identical in appearance, actually turn out to be made of completely different materials. If the S90, which strongly resembles the iPhone 6, was, like the American product, made of metal, then metal is no longer found in the plastic case of the next model, the S60.

Otherwise, the smartphones are very similar, they use the same rather weak entry-level Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 platform, and in many other ways, these two models are practically twins. However, there are enough differences that the Lenovo S60 deserves a separate review, and we will start with a list of the main characteristics.

Key Features of Lenovo S60

	Lenovo S60	Alcatel OT Idol 3 (4.7)	LG Magna	Sony Xperia E4	Samsung Galaxy A5
Screen	5" IPS	4.7" IPS	5" IPS	5" IPS	5″ Super AMOLED
Permission	1280×720, 294 ppi	1280×720, 312 ppi	1280×720, 294 ppi	960×540, 220ppi	1280×720, 294 ppi
SoC		Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 (4x ARM Cortex-A53 @1.2GHz)		MediaTek MT6582 (4x ARM Cortex-A7 @1.3GHz)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 (4x Cortex-A53 @1.2GHz)
GPU	Adreno 306	Adreno 306	Mali 400MP	Mali-400MP	Adreno 306
RAM	2 GB	1.5 GB	1 GB	1 GB	2 GB
Flash memory	8 GB	8/16 GB	8 GB	8 GB	16 GB
Memory card support	microSD	microSD	microSD	microSD	microSD
operating system	Google Android 4.4	Google Android 5.0	Google Android 5.0	Google Android 4.4	Google Android 4.4
Battery	non-removable, 2150 mAh	non-removable, 2000 mAh	removable, 2540 mAh	non-removable, 2300 mAh	non-removable, 2300 mAh
cameras		rear (13 MP; video 1080p), front (5 MP)	rear (8 MP; video 1080p), front (5 MP)	rear (5 MP; video 1080p), front (2 MP)	rear (13 MP; video 1080p), front (5 MP)
Dimensions and weight	143×72×7.7mm, 128g	135×66×7.5mm, 110g	140×70×10.1mm, 136g	137×75×10.5mm, 146g	139×70×6.7mm, 123g
average price	T-12438181	T-12645041	T-12413672	T-12117545	T-12323116
Lenovo S60 offers	L-12438181-10

• SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 410, 4 cores ARM Cortex-A53 @1.2 GHz
• GPU Adreno 306 @400 MHz
• Operating system Android 4.4.4 with Vibe UI 2.0
• Touch display IPS, 5″, 1280×720, 294 ppi
• Random access memory (RAM) 2 GB, internal memory 8 GB
• microSD support up to 32 GB
• Support Micro-SIM (1 pc.), Nano-SIM (1 pc.)
• Communication 2G: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• 3G communication: WCDMA 900/2100 MHz
• Data transmission LTE FDD 800/1800/2100/2600 MHz
• Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct
• Bluetooth 4.0
• USB 2.0
• GPS (A-GPS), Glonass, Beidou
• Camera 13 MP, autofocus, LED flash
• Camera 5 MP (front), fixed. focus
• Proximity, direction, lighting sensor
• Non-removable battery 2150 mAh
• Dimensions 143×72×7.7 mm
• Weight 128 g

Contents of delivery

The smartphone goes on sale in a seemingly unremarkable simple rectangular box of a standard size, typical for the latest Lenovo mobile products, made of hard white cardboard with a red design inside.

In addition to the usual charger (5 V, 1 A), a Micro-USB connecting cable and a wired stereo headset with a flat tangle-free wire and in-ear rubber ear pads, you can also find a transparent plastic case, a protective film on the screen and a key to remove the SIM card in the kit. .

Appearance and usability

Like the older model S90, the S60 smartphone was certainly copied from the iPhone 6, the resemblance is immediately evident. The oddly shaped flat back wall, the rounded corners, the location of the camera with the flash on the back, the speaker grilles with round holes in the bottom end - everything is reminiscent of the latest Apple product. Lenovo decided to take full advantage of the popularity of the product from Cupertino and released a whole series of smartphones in a similar design. Only here, unlike the S90, the case is not metal, but plastic.

In gray version, when the matte without glossy surface of the body even slightly shimmers with a metallic sheen, the S60 is completely indistinguishable in appearance from the S90 - one gets the impression that this device is also made of metal. But when you take the smartphone in your hands, the illusion dissipates - the device is too light, and the coating does not feel like metal at all.

The build quality is not satisfactory, there are no creaks when the case is compressed, the Lenovo S60 has a monoblock structure and is very tightly tailored. In the hand, due to the matte finish, the case does not slip and is not covered with fingerprints, and remains in a presentable form for a long time. Due to the small mass, the smartphone is quite comfortably placed in any pocket, the device is not too heavy, even despite the large five-inch screen.

The front part of the body is completely covered with a flat protective glass without sides. A slot for the speaker is cut out in the upper part of the glass, next to it are the eyes of the sensors and the front camera. Unlike the same S90, here they were not greedy to embed such a useful element as a notification LED next to it. The round dot shines when the battery is charging and any incoming events, the operation of the indicator is adjusted by the user in the corresponding item of the settings menu.

But the developers, as in the case of the S90, unfortunately, decided not to worry about providing backlight for the touch buttons. As a result, the pictograms drawn with paint become indistinguishable already in the twilight.

On the back side of the body traditionally housed the main camera module and a single-section LED flash. The camera module does not protrude beyond the surface.

There is no grill covering the speaker on the back side of the case, it is cut into the bottom end. There are two symmetrical arrays of holes near the Micro-USB connector, but only one of them serves to output sound from the speaker (you can easily verify this by covering the holes with your finger in turn). Perhaps, under the second of them, a conversational microphone is hidden - or it was made only for symmetry. There is also a Micro-USB connector, which, unfortunately, does not support connecting external devices in USB OTG mode.

Both mechanical control buttons are located on one, right side. The power button and volume rocker are small in size and practically do not protrude beyond the case - finding them by touch is very problematic and inconvenient. In addition, the travel of the buttons is extremely short.

On the left side, opposite from the buttons, there are two separate card slots: Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM cards (one each) are inserted into one on double slides, and the other is designed for installing a microSD memory card. To extract the cards, a complete key-clip is used.

As for the color options for the case, it is known that the Lenovo S60 smartphone is available in dark gray, as in our photos, as well as white and yellow colors. The fourth version of the case design - pink - most likely will not be presented on the Russian market, although it also appeared at the presentation in China.

Screen

Lenovo S60 is equipped with a 62×111 mm IPS touch matrix with a diagonal of 5 inches and a resolution of 1280×720 pixels. Accordingly, the dot density is 294 ppi. The thickness of the frame from the edge of the screen to the edge of the body is a little less than 5 mm on the sides, and 17 mm at the top and bottom, the frame is quite wide.

You can adjust the screen brightness manually or by using automatic adjustment. The multi-touch technology here allows you to handle up to 5 simultaneous touches. When you bring the smartphone to your ear, the screen is locked using the proximity sensor. The screen can be activated by double-tapping on the glass, as well as using the hardware volume key - however, it is not entirely clear why this is necessary in this case, because it is located next to the same lock button that wakes up the screen normally.

A detailed examination using measuring instruments was carried out by the editor of the sections "Monitors" and "Projectors and TV" Alexey Kudryavtsev. Here is his expert opinion on the screen of the test sample.

The front surface of the screen is made in the form of a glass plate with a mirror-smooth surface, resistant to scratches. Judging by the reflection of objects, the anti-glare properties of the screen are no worse than those of the Google Nexus 7 (2013) screen (hereinafter simply Nexus 7). For clarity, here is a photo in which a white surface is reflected in the off screens (on the left is the Nexus 7, on the right is the Lenovo S60, then they can be distinguished by size):

The screen of the Lenovo S60 is just as dark (brightness from photos is 114 for both). The ghosting of reflected objects in the Lenovo S60 screen is very weak, which indicates that there is no air gap between the screen layers (more specifically, between the outer glass and the surface of the LCD matrix) (OGS type screen - One Glass Solution). Due to the smaller number of borders (glass/air type) with very different refractive indices, such screens look better in conditions of strong external illumination, but their repair in case of cracked external glass is much more expensive, since the entire screen has to be changed. There is a special oleophobic (grease-repellent) coating on the outer surface of the screen (very effective, even slightly better than Nexus 7), so fingerprints are removed much easier and appear at a slower rate than in the case of ordinary glass.

With manual brightness control and with a white field displayed in full screen, the maximum brightness value was about 530 cd/m², the minimum was 14 cd/m². The maximum brightness is very high, and given the excellent anti-reflective properties, readability even on a sunny day outdoors should be at a good level. In complete darkness, the brightness can be reduced to a comfortable value. In the presence of automatic brightness control by light sensor (it is located to the left of the front speaker slot). In automatic mode, when the ambient light conditions change, the screen brightness both increases and decreases. In complete darkness, the auto-brightness function reduces the brightness to 62 cd / m² (this is very bright, however, if you turn on the auto-brightness mode already in the dark, the brightness will drop to an acceptable 27 cd / m²), in an office lit by artificial light (approximately 400 lux) sets at 145-160 cd/m² (suitable), in a very bright environment (corresponding to a clear day outdoors, but without direct sunlight - 20,000 lx or a little more) increases to a maximum of 530 cd/m². As a result, the auto-brightness function works, but not quite adequately. At any brightness level, there is virtually no backlight modulation, so there is no screen flicker.

This smartphone uses an IPS type matrix. Micrographs show a typical IPS subpixel structure:

For comparison, you can see the gallery of microphotographs of screens used in mobile technology.

The screen has good viewing angles without a significant color shift even with large deviations of the view from the perpendicular to the screen and without inverting (except for the very darkest when the view is deviated along one diagonal) shades. For comparison, here are photographs in which the same images are displayed on the screens of Lenovo S60 and Nexus 7, while the brightness of the screens was initially set to about 200 cd / m² (on a white field in the entire screen), and the color balance on the camera was forcibly switched to 6500 K. White field perpendicular to the screens:

The uniformity of brightness and hue of the white field is good. And a test picture:

The color reproduction is good and the colors are saturated on both screens, the color balance is slightly different. Now at an angle of about 45 degrees to the plane and to the side of the screen:

It can be seen that the colors did not change much on both screens, but the contrast on the Lenovo S60 decreased to a greater extent due to more black highlights and a strong drop in brightness. And the white box:

The brightness at an angle at the screens decreased (at least 5 times, based on the difference in shutter speed), but in the case of the Lenovo S60, the drop in brightness is noticeably greater. The black field, when deviated diagonally, is highlighted strongly, but remains approximately neutral gray in hue. The photos below demonstrate this (the brightness of the white areas in the direction perpendicular to the plane of the screens is approximately the same!):

And from another angle:

When viewed perpendicularly, the uniformity of the black field is good, although not ideal:

Contrast (approximately in the center of the screen) is high - about 1450:1. The response time for the black-white-black transition is 15 ms (8 ms on + 7 ms off). The transition between 25% and 75% grayscale (according to the numerical value of the color) and back takes a total of 27 ms. The gamma curve constructed from 32 points with an equal interval according to the numerical value of the shade of gray did not reveal a blockage either in the highlights or in the shadows. The approximate power function exponent is 2.33, which is slightly higher than the standard value of 2.2. At the same time, the real gamma curve in places slightly deviates from the power dependence:

Due to the dynamic and very aggressive adjustment of the brightness of the backlight in accordance with the nature of the displayed image (brightness decreases on dark ones), the resulting dependence of brightness on hue (gamma curve) does not correspond to the gamma curve of a static image, since the measurements were carried out with sequential output of shades of gray almost in full screen. For this reason, we carried out a number of tests - determining contrast and response time, comparing black flare at angles - when displaying special templates with a constant average brightness, and not monochromatic fields in full screen. Let us show the dependence of brightness (vertical axis) on time when switching from a black field to a white field in half of the screen alternately, while the average brightness does not change and dynamic adjustment of the backlight brightness does not work (graph 50%/50% ). And the same dependence, but with alternate display of fields in full screen (chart 100% ), while the average brightness is already changing and the dynamic adjustment of the backlight brightness works in full:

In general, such a non-switchable brightness correction does nothing but harm, since it reduces the visibility of gradations in the shadows in the case of dark images. In addition, this dynamic adjustment, when displaying any image other than a white field in full screen, significantly lowers the brightness, which impairs readability in bright light.

Color gamut close to sRGB:

The spectra show that the matrix filters moderately mix the components to each other:

As a result, visually the colors have a natural saturation. The balance of shades on the gray scale is a compromise, since the color temperature is noticeably higher than the standard 6500 K and the deviation from the black body spectrum (ΔE) is more than 10, which is considered a bad indicator even for a consumer device. However, at the same time, the color temperature and ΔE change little from hue to hue - this has a positive effect on the visual assessment of color balance. (The darkest areas of the gray scale can be ignored, since the color balance does not matter much there, and the measurement error of color characteristics at low brightness is large.)

Let's summarize. The screen has a high maximum brightness and has good anti-glare properties, so the device can be used outdoors without problems even on a sunny summer day. In complete darkness, the brightness can be lowered to a comfortable level. It is also acceptable to use the mode with automatic brightness adjustment, which works well at least during transitions from medium to high illumination and vice versa. The advantages of the screen include a very effective oleophobic coating, the absence of flicker and air gap in the layers of the screen, high contrast, as well as an acceptable color balance and a color gamut close to sRGB. Significant disadvantages are the non-switchable dynamic adjustment of the backlight brightness, a strong decrease in brightness at an angle and low black stability to the deviation of the gaze from the perpendicular to the screen plane. Nevertheless, taking into account the importance of the characteristics for this particular class of devices, the screen quality can be considered quite high.

Sound

Lenovo S60 sounds modest. Both the headphones and the ringing speaker emit a sound that is not loud enough, faded, colorless, dim and deaf, only high notes prevail, low frequencies are almost inaudible.

To play music, only a regular Google Music player is provided here with a minimum number of settings in the form of preset equalizer values. Here you can programmatically enhance the presence of low frequencies, but this setting only works with headphones connected. The same applies to the possibility of creating virtual surround sound.

The FM-radio is present in the standard configuration of the smartphone, it works only with headphones connected as an external antenna. The smartphone can record telephone conversations from the line using standard tools, for this it is enough to press a special button in the telephone application interface during a call.

Camera

Lenovo S60 is equipped with two modules of digital cameras with a resolution of 13 and 5 megapixels. The front module has a 5-megapixel sensor, f/2.2 aperture optics, a relatively wide viewing angle and a fixed focus, but does not have its own flash. As a kind of flash, the familiar “light fill” technology is used, when wide, brightly illuminated fields appear on the screen around the viewfinder, providing additional illumination of the face during selfie shooting. The backlight comes in two colors: pink or yellow. In the settings, you can manually retouch the resulting image with the ability to change the tone and texture of the skin in the picture.

You can start taking a selfie here not only by pressing a virtual button on the screen, but also by gestures and voice commands. The detail of the resulting images for selfies is quite suitable, however, all the pictures turn out to be excessively dark.

The main, rear camera is equipped with a 13-megapixel module with f / 2.0 aperture, autofocus and a single LED flash. There is no optical stabilization here, just as there is no possibility to shoot video in 4K resolution or at 60 fps. The camera is quite simple in terms of capabilities, although in good lighting it takes quite tolerable quality pictures.

The interface for controlling the camera is familiar from previous models of the series. In addition to the usual shooting mode, there are only panoramic mode and HDR, plus you can use additional modes with preset settings (sports, landscape, portrait, and others). There are no separate manual and automatic modes here - all manual settings are available immediately. Shooting can be initiated by tapping the screen, voice, gestures and a smile - all this is configured in the corresponding menu item.

The camera can shoot videos in the maximum resolution of Full HD (1920×1080, 30 fps). Sample test videos are shown below.

• Clip #1 (41 MB, 1920×1080, 30 fps)
• Clip #2 (36 MB, 1920×1080, 30 fps)

	Shooting indoors works well with the camera.
	The text is well done.
	With the removal of the plan, the foliage begins to merge fairly quickly.
	Large areas of blur around the edges of the frame.
	Good long-range sharpness. The grass is well worked out even on medium plans.
	Large area of ​​blur on the right.
	Macro photography is good for the camera.
	The image as a whole is slightly soapy.

The camera works with varying degrees of success. Sometimes she gets really good shots, but sometimes she seems to relax and give out “soap”. Nevertheless, it cannot be called bad: in most cases, it still copes with its task. In addition, even indoors, the pictures do not get noise with moderate software processing, and this is already worthy of respect. As a result, the camera is quite suitable for documentary shooting.

Telephone part and communications

The smartphone works as standard in modern 2G GSM and 3G WCDMA networks, and it also supports fourth-generation LTE Cat 4 networks with a theoretical possible reception speed of up to 150 Mbps, including frequencies used in Russia. In practice, with a SIM card from the domestic operator Beeline, the smartphone is confidently registered and works in 4G networks.

The rest of the network capabilities are modest: only one Wi-Fi 802.11b / g / n (2.4 GHz) band is supported here, Bluetooth has version 4.0. NFC is not supported, OTG connection is also not supported. Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display are supported, as a standard, you can organize a wireless access point via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth channels.

There are no complaints about the operation of the navigation module, the cold start is not fast (about 2 minutes), but the module works with satellites of all systems - GPS, Glonass, and Chinese BDS. But there is no magnetic field sensor in the smartphone, so orientation in place in navigation programs with Lenovo S60 can be difficult.

The smartphone supports two SIM-cards: you can assign any of them as the main one for organizing voice calls, data transfer or sending SMS messages. You can select the desired card right at the time of the call - but only if one of them was not previously selected as the main one for this mode. Working with two SIM-cards is organized according to the usual Dual SIM Dual Standby standard, when both cards can be in active standby mode, but cannot work at the same time - there is only one radio module.

Slots for SIM-cards are unequal in their capabilities: only the first slot supports high-speed data transfer in 3G (4G) networks, and the second one is designed only to work in 2G, that is, in reality it can only be used to transmit voice data.

OS and software

As a system, the device uses the Google Android software platform version 4.4.4, however, the system has already received an update to the fifth version of Lollipop, so any smartphone owner can independently update the software of their smartphone using the OTA service (“over the air”). However, from the proprietary interface of the fifth version of Android with its Material Design, a kind of notification curtain, etc., only pop-up informative tiles remained here, everything else was redone in its own way.

On top of the system installed proprietary graphical user interface Lenovo Vibe UI. The rather peculiar, bright and lurid shell of Lenovo is famous for its excessive saturation with additional pre-installed free programs, which, if desired, any user himself can download and install from the Play Store. The same applies to the settings: there are a lot of them, sometimes you get lost in them. Of course, in the end, everyone can customize the operation of the smartphone to their own taste, but one cannot expect complete conciseness and thoughtful convenience from the developers - they shift it onto the shoulders of the user himself.

As for the particularly noticeable features of the interface, they are familiar: there is no separate menu for applications - all icons are immediately placed on desktops mixed with widgets. There is a special section in the settings menu, which contains specific features added by the developers themselves. Here you can work with elementary gestures (tapping and shaking), as well as a smart menu button, by pressing which opens a quick access menu to the main functions of the smartphone.

Performance

The Lenovo S60 hardware platform is based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 single-chip SoC. We have already studied the platform well, this is a 64-bit solution, but it belongs to the entry level, the capabilities of this SoC are not great. The CPU here has 4 Cortex-A53 cores running at 1.2GHz. Graphics processing is done by the Adreno 306 video processor with a core frequency of 400 MHz. The device has 2 GB of RAM, which is quite enough for a budget device. But with the storage available to the user, everything is completely sad: out of a total built-in flash memory of 8 GB, the user ends up with less than 2.5 GB. It's good at least that it is possible to use a memory card, but still, the initially available volume is unacceptably small. Connecting external devices and flash drives to the Micro-USB port in USB OTG mode is not supported here.

According to the test results, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 platform habitually demonstrated rather modest, if not weak, results - the same modest results (around 20K) in AnTuTu against the background of 60K and more in top models and 30-35K in confident mid-range models.

So devices based on the Snapdragon 410 platform, albeit 64-bit, can only be called “middle peasants” only with a big stretch, their hardware performance is below average. Smartphone capabilities will not be enough to perform demanding tasks. For example, when recording video in the maximum FHD (1080p) resolution, there are noticeable slowdowns in the interface, the work becomes uncomfortable. You can forget about demanding games - the final figures in the GFX Benchmark graphics test, for example, clearly demonstrate deplorable results (5-9 fps). The weakest point of this SoC, of ​​course, is the backward Adreno 306 video subsystem, with all the ensuing consequences. As a result, we can state that in terms of performance at the moment, the smartphone is closer to the entry level.

Testing in the latest versions of AnTuTu and GeekBench 3 comprehensive benchmarks:

For convenience, we have summarized all the results obtained by us when testing a smartphone in the latest versions of popular benchmarks in tables. Several other devices from various segments are usually added to the table, also tested on similar latest versions of benchmarks (this is done only for a visual assessment of the obtained dry numbers). Unfortunately, within the framework of one comparison, it is impossible to present the results from different versions of benchmarks, so many worthy and relevant models remain “behind the scenes” due to the fact that they once passed the “obstacle course” on previous versions of test programs.

Testing the graphics subsystem in 3DMark gaming tests,GFXBenchmark, and Bonsai Benchmark:

When testing in 3DMark for the highest performing smartphones, it is now possible to run the application in Unlimited mode, where the rendering resolution is fixed at 720p and VSync is disabled (due to which the speed can rise above 60 fps).

	Lenovo S60 (Qualcomm Snapdragon 410)	Alcatel OT Idol 3 (4.7) (Qualcomm Snapdragon 410)	LG Magna (Mediatek MT6582)	Sony Xperia E4 (Mediatek MT6582)	Samsung Galaxy A5 (Qualcomm Snapdragon 410)
3DMark Ice Storm Extreme (more is better)	2584	2572	2073	2120	2624
3DMark Ice Storm Unlimited (more is better)	4390	4403	2872	2871	4386
GFXBenchmark T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Onscreen)	9 fps	9 fps	7.1 fps	9 fps	9.6 fps
GFXBenchmark T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Offscreen)	5 fps	5 fps	4.1 fps	4 fps	5.4 fps
Bonsai Benchmark	1528 (22 fps)	1559 (22 fps)	1250 (18fps)	1912 (27fps)	1726 (25 fps)

Browser cross-platform tests:

As for benchmarks for evaluating the speed of the javascript engine, you should always make allowances for the fact that the results in them depend significantly on the browser in which they are launched, so that the comparison can only be truly correct on the same OS and browsers, and this possibility is available when testing not always. In the case of Android OS, we always try to use Google Chrome.

thermal images

Below is a thermal image of the back surface (upper image is on the right) obtained after 10 minutes of running a battery test in GFXBenchmark:

It can be seen that the heating is a little more localized in the upper part of the device, which apparently corresponds to the location of the SoC chip. According to the heat chamber, the maximum heating was only 30 degrees (at an ambient temperature of 24 degrees), which is very little.

Video playback

To test the "omnivorous" when playing video (including support for various codecs, containers and special features, such as subtitles), we used the most common formats, which make up the bulk of the content available on the Web. Note that for mobile devices it is important to have support for hardware video decoding at the chip level, since it is most often impossible to process modern versions using processor cores alone. Also, do not expect everything from a mobile device to decode everything, since the leadership in flexibility belongs to the PC, and no one is going to challenge it. All results are summarized in a single table.

According to the test results, the test subject was not equipped with all the necessary decoders that are necessary for the full playback of most of the most common multimedia files on the network. To successfully play them, you will have to resort to the help of a third-party player - for example, MX Player. True, it also needs to change the settings and manually install additional custom codecs, because now this player does not officially support the AC3 audio format.

Format	container, video, sound	MX Video Player	Regular video player
DVDRip	AVI, XviD 720×400 2200 Kbps, MP3+AC3	plays normally	plays normally
Web-DL SD	AVI, XviD 720×400 1400 Kbps, MP3+AC3	plays normally	plays normally
Web-DL HD	MKV, H.264 1280x720 3000Kbps, AC3		Video plays fine, no sound¹
BDRip 720p	MKV, H.264 1280x720 4000Kbps, AC3	Video plays fine, no sound¹	Video plays fine, no sound¹
BDRip 1080p	MKV, H.264 1920x1080 8000Kbps, AC3	Video plays fine, no sound¹	Video plays fine, no sound¹

¹ Audio in MX Video Player only played after installing an alternative custom audio codec; The regular player does not have such a setting.

Video output features tested Alexey Kudryavtsev.

We did not find an MHL interface, as well as Mobility DisplayPort, in this smartphone, so we had to limit ourselves to testing the output of video files on the screen of the device itself. To do this, we used a set of test files with an arrow and a rectangle moving one division per frame (see “Methodology for testing video signal playback and display devices. Version 1 (for mobile devices)”). Screenshots with a shutter speed of 1 s helped to determine the nature of the output frames of video files with various parameters: resolution (1280 by 720 (720p) and 1920 by 1080 (1080p) pixels) and frame rate (24, 25, 30, 50 and 60 fps) varied. With). In tests, we used the MX Player video player in Hardware mode. The test results are summarized in the table:

720/30p Great No 720/25p Fine No 720/24p Fine No

Note: If both columns Uniformity And Passes green ratings are set, this means that, most likely, when watching movies, artifacts caused by uneven interleaving and dropping frames will either not be visible at all, or their number and visibility will not affect viewing comfort. Red marks indicate possible problems with the playback of the respective files.

According to the frame output criterion, the quality of video files playback on the screen of the smartphone itself is good, since frames (or groups of frames) can (but are not required) to be displayed with more or less uniform alternation of intervals and almost without frame drops. When playing video files with a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels (720p) on a smartphone screen, the image of the video file itself is displayed exactly along the border of the screen, one to one in pixels, that is, in its original resolution. The brightness range displayed on the screen corresponds to the standard range of 16-235 - all gradations of shades are displayed in the shadows and in the highlights.

Battery life

Lenovo S60 has a frankly small non-removable battery - only 2150 mAh. However, thanks to the low screen resolution, low-performance platform, and especially non-switchable dynamic self-adjusting backlight, which, for example, can suddenly reduce the brightness to unacceptably low values ​​while watching a movie, the smartphone showed a very impressive level of battery life. The developers themselves promise up to 17 hours of talk time and up to 13 days of standby time.

It is also worth noting that the testing was carried out without using branded energy-saving functions and modes, although there are such in the device.

	Battery capacity	Reading mode	Video mode	3D game mode
Lenovo S60	2150 mAh	15:30	10:30	4h 40m
Alcatel OT Idol 3 (4.7)	2000 mAh	15:00	6 a.m.	4h 10m
LG Magna	2540 mAh	13h 30m	10:00 a.m.	4 a.m.
LG Spirit	2100 mAh	12:00 p.m.	8:30 a.m.	3h 20m
Philips S398	2040 mAh	12:00 p.m.	7:00 a.m.	3h 30m
Sony Xperia E4	2300 mAh	13:00	9 a.m.	5 a.m.
Samsung Galaxy A5	2300 mAh	14:00	11:00 a.m.	4h 20m
Lenovo S90	2300 mAh	11:00 a.m.	9:30 a.m.	3h 50m
LG L Bello	2540 mAh	14:00	10:20	4h 50m
Fly Tornado Slim	2050 mAh	10:30	7:00 a.m.	3h 10m
ZTE Blade S6	2400 mAh	11:40 a.m.	8:30 a.m.	3h 40m

Continuous reading in the FBReader program (with a standard, light theme) at the minimum comfortable brightness level set at the beginning of testing (the brightness was set to 100 cd / m²) lasted 15.5 hours until the battery was completely discharged, and with continuous viewing of video in high quality (720p) with the same brightness level (at the time of testing) through a home Wi-Fi network, the device lasted 10.5 hours. In gaming mode, the smartphone functioned for more than 4.5 hours. The full charging time is about 3 hours.

Outcome

At the moment, the price of certified Lenovo S60 devices in Russian retail is approximately 15 thousand rubles. The Lenovo S60 has a practical and attractive case with a recognizable design, autonomy is on top, the screen is not bad, the set of network modules with LTE support is satisfactory, but this, perhaps, is the end of the list of merits. The camera shoots modestly, the sound does not pretend to be quality, and the platform is frankly weak. No additional features, such as a fingerprint scanner, an infrared transmitter, and the like, can be expected from a budget model. The Lenovo S60 smartphone is a very simple device in all respects, but it is not so expensive by the standards of the Russian market (of course, taking into account the official price for certified devices). It is noteworthy that the S90 model, which was released earlier and has already fallen significantly in price, is now slightly more expensive than the hero of the review, but in some ways it turns out to be more interesting: at least its body is made of real metal, although otherwise the models are almost similar.