Where Can I Find The Battery In The Volvo S60?

It's True: The Volvo S60 Battery Has Changed Size Once & Location 3 Times

If you're confused about your Volvo S60 battery location, you're not alone. This detail has been known to change by model year, and differentiating between the car's 12-volt auxiliary battery and its 12- or 48-volt mild-hybrid unit can also be challenging. Although the sedan was retired in 2025, we know you might still own (or want to buy) one, and you deserve to know how it's serviced.

Consider this guide, compiled by our Gunther Volvo Cars Coconut Creek technicians, your ultimate roadmap to finding your specific vehicle's battery placement for every model year, including old-school 2001 models and the newer 2020 Volvo S60 battery location.

Distinguishing Between Your Auxiliary vs. Mild-Hybrid Battery

• Auxiliary Battery: 12-volt only; powers your center screen, radio, climate control, and in some models, your Start/Stop system
• Mild-Hybrid Battery: 12- or 48-volt; improves fuel economy and supports Stop/Start functionality; does not require external charging

Every Volvo S60 Battery Location by Year

There are three possible Volvo S60 battery locations, and to complicate matters even more, some model years have only one battery, while others have two. Newer builds also come with larger batteries, which is another point we'll discuss below. Let's dive in!

2001 to 2009: 1st Generation Volvo S60 Batteries – Trunk

If you're an old-school Volvo S60 driver, locating your 12-volt battery – and there's only one – should be simple. Just pop the trunk, pull up the liner that covers your spare tire, and you'll see a plastic cover secured by a strap. Remove the plastic panel with a socket wrench to access the battery.

2010 to 2018: 2nd Generation Volvo S60 Batteries – Hood

Because these Volvo S60 sedans come equipped with Stop/Start technology, they also have two batteries, both beneath the hood. The auxiliary 12-volt battery, which runs your cabin's infotainment system, is behind the engine and underneath the rain cowl. Your 12-volt mild-hybrid battery is directly in front of the driver and covered by an easy-to-remove panel.

2019 to 2025: 3rd Generation Volvo S60 Batteries – Trunk & Hood

The home of this generation's 12-volt auxiliary battery, including the 2019 Volvo S60 auxiliary battery location, mirrors its second-gen layout: beneath the hood in front of the driver. Meanwhile, 2019 to 2025 mild-hybrid batteries can be found in the trunk; remove the trunk's left-side trim lining to access it.

Note: Models built between 2019 and 2021 feature a 12-volt mild-hybrid system, but a new Volvo S60 produced between 2022 and 2025 will come with a larger, 48-volt unit.

Can You Jump-Start Your Volvo S60 if Your Battery Is in the Trunk?

First-gen Volvo S60 variants with auxiliary batteries in their trunks can still be jump-started beneath the hood, which is extremely useful if your cargo area is somehow inaccessible. You'll find jump terminals in the engine compartment beneath a piece of plastic embossed with a "+" sign. Be sure to ground your jumper cables on the appropriate ground post located nearby before starting your engine.

Battery-Change Safety Precautions

Please observe basic safety when performing any automotive electrical work, whether you're jumping, charging, or changing your Volvo S60 battery – and regardless of its location. Battery acid and other chemicals are corrosive, and although a battery swap is generally one of the safest DIY procedures, some batteries may still leak or even explode. You do not want any battery fluids coming into contact with your eyes or skin.

• Wear protective eyewear, mechanic's gloves, and arm coverings.
• Make sure your engine is off, and your parking brake is engaged.
• Do not accidentally lay metal tools across the battery terminals.
• Replace any nonfunctioning batteries with Volvo-recommended ones.

Other Important Volvo S60 Battery Information

After a battery change, you'll likely need to reset your car's Battery Monitoring System, or BMS, to ensure it recognizes the new battery and optimizes charging. This additional step applies primarily to second- and third-generation Volvo S60 sedans and can preserve your new battery's lifespan. If you'd rather have a professional handle your battery changes and system resets, help is always available at our certified Volvo service center in Coconut Creek, FL.

Get the Battery Support You Deserve at Gunther Volvo Cars Coconut Creek

Our service center can solve almost any battery-related issue your sedan, wagon, or SUV might have, so if you're already a part of the Volvo family, book your next maintenance appointment with the pros at Gunther Volvo Cars Coconut Creek. Looking to lease or purchase any new Volvo cars? Our showroom is a fantastic place to start.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the battery in a Volvo S60?

Your Volvo S60 battery location will be in one of three places: under the hood, in the trunk beneath your spare tire cover and a plastic casing, or on the left side of the trunk behind a panel.

What kind of battery does a Volvo S60 use?

Depending on its build year, the Volvo S60 is either fitted with a 12-volt auxiliary and a 12-volt mild-hybrid battery combo or a 12-volt auxiliary and a 48-volt mild-hybrid configuration.

How long does a Volvo S60 battery last?

When well-maintained according to the brand's recommended service schedule, you can expect your Volvo S60 mild-hybrid battery to last between eight and 15 years. Its auxiliary battery will likely last three to five years.