Volvo V60 Gains Sportier R-Design Versions For Every Powertrain In The UK

Volvo is adding a more dynamic R-Design derivative to the V60, expanding the range of its compact wagon model.

The new Volvo V60 R-Design will be available with every powertrain option in the range, including the 150hp D3 and 190hp D4 diesel versions, as well as the 250hp T5 petrol model.

From the outside, the new V60 R-Design distinguishes itself from its siblings with sportier features, such as the diamond-cut 18-inch alloy wheels and twin tailpipes. The R-Design model also replaces most of the bodywork’s brightwork with a high-gloss black finish, that can be found on the front grille’s mesh, door mirror housings and window frames.

The interior continues on the same theme, featuring black headlining, sports pedals, a leather-wrapped sports steering wheel and gear lever, as well as R-Design-branded tread plates. Other features includes a pair of part-leather sports seats with cushion extensions and multi-directional lumbar support, metal mesh interior detailing and more.

R-Design models are more than just an appearance package though, with Volvo adding a sports-tuned suspension that features stiffer springs, faster-responding monotube dampers, thicker anti-roll bars and a 12mm drop in ride height.

In addition, the new Volvo V60 R-Design comes equipped with a generous equipment level as standard, including a nine-inch infotainment system, two-zone climate control, automatic headlights with active high beam, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a powered tailgate and Volvo’s City Safety suite of active safety systems.

For those who want more, Volvo will offer the R-Design Pro model, again with all available powertrain options. The Pro adds things like 19-inch alloys, dark-tinted rear windows, adaptive headlights, ambient lighting, head-up display, heated front seats and more.

Prices for the new Volvo V60 R-Design start from £35,410 for the manual D3 model in the UK, with the R-Design Pro models kicking off at £37,660. The order books are now open, with first deliveries expected to take place at the end of the year.