 About the Volvo S80The Volvo S80 is a luxury executive sedan first produced for the 1998 model year by Volvo Cars, a Swedish manufacturer. The car has undergone a number of modifications, but is still being produced. It served as Volvo's flagship vehicle during its introductory year and was designed with a number of outstanding features. In fact, the car boasts more than 40 computers – that's more than an F15 fighter jet! It was especially noticeable on the road in the late 1990s as it served as part of Volvo's early shift from boxy to curved styling.The S80 is manufactured exclusively at Sweden's Torslanda plant in Gothenburg. While safety and style remain Volvo constants, the car's engine has been updated a number of times. For example, the 1998 Volvo features an inline, 5-VPT engine, while the... View more 2010 S80 holds a V8. The newer models are also more fuel-efficient and see highway results at 27 miles per gallon. All versions seat five passengers and treat them well with creature comforts such as heated seats, plus the protection of sturdy steel doors and advanced airbags. The Volvo S80 debuted with exceptional crash test ratings and had three additional distinctive features: an integrated telephone; a straight-six engine housed in a transverse engine mounting; and a unique environmental specification for its entire life-cycle, from production through dismantling. In 2000, the 2.5T version, which had all-wheel drive standard, was released. The front grille was updated for the 2003 and 2004 model years and more chrome trim was added in 2010. Trim level options for the current S80 include the 3.2, the T6 AWD and the V8 AWD. The 3.2 model is equipped with a 3.2-L, I6, 235 HP engine. It's rated 18/27 for city/highway mileage. The T6 features all-wheel drive, has a 3.0-L engine with 281 HP and has city/highway ratings of 16/24. The V8 with AWD is equipped with a standard 4.4-L, 311 HP engine. It gets 15 mpg in the city and 22 mpg with highway driving. The S80 has won numerous awards for its safety and its use of modern technologies. For example, it won the Car of the Year award in the category of Best Flexible Energy Car at the International Auto Show in Thailand. It was also named Technology Innovation Car of the Year by the China Central Television Business Channel and was twice named Car of the Year by Automundo magazine. View less | |||
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