Volvo Australia speak about S60 and V60

Some more details about the launch of the V60 from Volvo Australia MD Alan Desselss:

Volvo S60 to launch in November 2010 for 2011 model year.
Launch engines to include 2.4 i5 and new D5 diesel.
Powerful & efficient GTDi engine to be introduced later.
Volvo V60 to launch in early 2011 and will be unveiled at Paris Motor Show, which runs from 2 - 17 October 2010.
Both models to share engine lineup and optional AWD drivetrain.

Read the full story below:
http://www.themotorreport.com.au/46868/volvo-introduces-new-diesel-powertrains-to-australian-line-up-outlines-future-green-strategy/

Spy shots of V60

The S60 design cues are clearly visible, along with the car's clear heritage in the V70 range. The rear, although camouflaged, bears a slight resemblance to the Saab 9-3 Sportcombi? I hope the seemingly ungainly rear overhang is as a result of the plastic additions to hide the production car's lines, and not from the hand of the designer...

http://www.leftlanenews.com/volvo-v60-2011.html

Renderings of Volvo V60 estate revealed

Wearing the bold lines of Volvo’s new family styling, the V60 would likely feature the same engine options as the S60 sedan - including the EcoBoost 1.6 turbocharged direct injection engine.

Looking to take a larger slice of the prestige market, Volvo will likely aim the V60 at the likes of the BMW 3 Series Touring, Audi A4 Avant and Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate.

The 2011 Volvo S60 sedan is scheduled to debut at the Geneva Motor Show next March, and while there is no official word on a wagon variant, March is a long time away. In the meantime, a number of renderings have popped up from all over the web... (Credits for the renderings contained in the renderings).