The drive units use the CWT variable valve timing system with an adjustment range 20 degrees, and the rotating masses in the crank-piston system were reduced by 25%, which had a positive effect on flexibility, quiet running and fuel consumption. The composition of exhaust gases emitted by naturally aspirated engines allows the Volvo S60 to be included in the ULEV category according to American regulations, and turbocharged – to category LEV. You can order both a manual gearbox for each of the engine variants, and the automatic transmission, and in the case of the two strongest variants, supplement the latter with the function of manual gear selection (Geartronic).
Volvo S60 front suspension, consisting of McPherson struts, light alloy forged wishbones, coil springs and stabilizer, it is attached to the bodywork via a subframe, Similarly, and the multi-link rear suspension, also using coil springs and a stabilizer.
The disc brakes work in conjunction with the ABS and EBD Equalizer, Electronic traction control STC and DSTC stabilization are available on request.

The rear suspension is designed as a multi-link structure, attached to the subframe, made of light alloys and connected to the body by flexible metal-rubber elements. This solution simplifies the assembly, lowers unsprung masses and isolates the body from vibrations and noise, coming from the road surface and wheels. The stability of the position of the wheels in relation to the surface and the limitation of the inclination of the body during braking and acceleration was achieved by carefully adjusting the suspension characteristics, in which one subassembly is responsible for the displacement of the wheels in one plane.

The first test drives of the new Volvo leave the impression of being in contact with a more than mid-range car, in terms of both comfort, and driving dynamics. This effect is somewhat attenuated when you are seated in the rear seat, where taller people don't have much legroom when the front seats are moved a little further back. The luggage compartment is also not particularly spacious, however, the company is clear, that we are not dealing with a family vehicle. The driver and his companion were created for this luxurious conditions. The behavior of the car while driving does not allow the importance to be forgotten even for a moment, that Swedish engineers have attached for many years to traffic safety, however, his temperament and the way of submitting to the user's will bring to mind the German models they often recall, headed by BMW. The performance of the brakes follows the capabilities of the drive unit, steering precision and confidence-inspiring suspension characteristics.