Volvo launched their 2015 Volvo S60 sedan at the 2015 Detriot NAIAS this week.  As always Volvo makes their mark on luxury and comfort, giving consumers best-in-class leg room, walnut and satin metal trim, leather upholstery, moon roof, navigation, accent lighting and 19-inch wheels.  If you’re willing to foot the bill and upgrade to the Sensus technology package, you’ll get a Harman Kardon audio system, Xenon lighting, and a few other perks.   Under the hood of the S60 is Volvo’s T5 (a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-five with 250 hp on AWD or FWD.  

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VOLVO CARS’ S60 INSCRIPTION: TAILORED TO THE U.S.

- New Volvo S60 Inscription comes with extra spacious interior and high-end luxury design
- Focus on elegance and comfort
- Launches at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show

Volvo Cars is stepping up to the plate yet again when it comes to delivering a luxury car experience with the launch of the S60 Inscription. Tailored to meet the discerning requirements of U.S. consumers, the S60 Inscription takes the S60 to a new level of comfort and rear passenger convenience, offering consumers 3.4 inches additional rear seat legroom, resulting in best-in-class rear accommodation.

"As a part of our revitalisation of the Volvo Brand in the United States we have undertaken extensive research reaffirming what our customers want and have come to expect from Volvo Cars. It goes without saying that the traditional strength of Volvo Cars product offering are still highly sought after – specifically leading-edge safety, low-impact, high-performance powertrains and standard connectivity across all models. What we have added to the S60 Inscription is a luxurious edge using the most natural materials, attention to detail and our iconic Scandinavian design language," said Lex Kerssemakers, Senior Vice President, Product Strategy & Vehicle Line Management at Volvo Car Group.

The choice of materials used in the S60 Inscription succinctly reflects the authentic Scandinavian origins of the Volvo Brand. Linear Walnut trim, silk metal detailing, spacious rear seating and a unique 19" wheels, combine to create a relaxing environment that exudes comfort. Additional enhancements include interior accent lighting and Inscription branded tread plates

The 2016 model year S60 Inscription will come in two variants: Premier and Platinum. Premier will comprise leather upholstery, a sun/moon roof and the Sensus Navigation package. The S60 Inscription will be available with the T5 in both front-wheel drive and All-Wheel Drive.

Platinum customers receive the above, plus the full Sensus technology package, a high-end Harman Kardon audio system, dual Xenon lights and a thoughtful convenience package, which puts the joy back into every day driving.

"With the addition of a great sound system by Harman Kardon and full connectivity, Volvo is delivering a truly competitive offer in the mid-sized sedan segment," added Lex Kerssemakers.

The S60 Inscription will go on sale in the U.S. this summer.