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My wife's S60 is 5 yrs old, as is my V70T5. This is second Volvo wagon (850 first) had it 6 yrs. Had an Accord before that. The Accord wagon was too small, needed room to run away from storms..(and fast)
The S60 is not nearly as well built or as nice as V70. Even my wife comments on wishing visibility was better. If your daughter insists on S60: DO NOT get the non-turbo engine. My wife for the first time ever said "car is too slow". (Never thought I'd hear that)
Volvo reliability is fair to average at best. Dealers: so-so service.
Volvo's are fine. I personally get them because turbo/wagon combo are a blast to drive. I think other makes have (almost) caught up safety-wise.
My wife is unlikely to get another Volvo.
I would recommend:
1) you have her lease, as we've been treated best with leases for some reason. 2) Get a Honda or Toyota (or Lexus/Acura if cost not an issue).
3) Being closer to the dealer could be an issue for her when dropping off for service and with new job. Make sure loaners READILY available whatever she ends up with.
4) If buy Volvo: ALWAYS get the extended warranty. All 3 of ours have paid for themselves. (Buy the best one the dealer sells).
Good luck.
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