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Volvo S60 holds its value better — 45% five-year retention against 45% for the Volvo V60. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Volvo S60 comes out ahead, holding about 45% of its value versus 45% for the Volvo V60. Over the first five years the Volvo S60 loses roughly $23,703 while the Volvo V60 loses about $23,959 — a gap near $256.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Volvo S60 sheds about 19% in year one versus 18% for the Volvo V60. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.