IT’S no secret that mid-size sedans are falling out of fashion. Thankfully for Volvo, this is truer at the mainstream end of the market and not the premium segment it plays in. Either way, it’s tough-going out there as buyers continue to get behind SUVs instead.

So, what better time to launch an all-new mid-sizer than now? Well, Volvo has thrown caution into the wind and brought the S60 to market with hopes to succeed where others are starting to fail in what is undoubtedly a bold move.

But considering that Volvo is on a bit of a hot streak at the moment, with the XC40 and XC60 launching to critical acclaim, is it onto another winner with the S60, which rides on the same SPA platform? Read on to find out.