Awards for Volvo's 'game changer'

The S60 has been named 2011 International Sedan of the Year. Photo / Supplied

The new Volvo S60 has been named the 2011 International Sedan of the Year at the New York motor show.

A jury of 12 motoring writers ruled that the four-door was best-in-class for the "most superlative connection with consumer lifestyles".

"To receive the award and be named 'most dependable' demonstrates first-hand that the Volvo S60 connects with consumers' lifestyles on both an emotional and rational level," said Doug Speck, president and CEO of Volvo in the United States.

"The S60 delivers something for everyone. It is without a doubt a game changer for us."

The Volvo S60 was also named Best Family Car by Women's World Car of the Year 2011. The S60 beat six other contenders to take out the award. It is the second time in three opportunities that a Volvo car is the women's choice.

Women's World Car of the Year was presented for the first time in 2009. Last year the Volvo XC60 won the best family car category, an achievement now repeated by the S60.