Volvo S80
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First generation
The S80 is currently Volvo's flagship model, although there is some speculation that Volvo may release a larger sedan to compete with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Lexus LS segment of the market. The S80 is based on the Volvo P2 platform. At the time of its introduction in the United States, it came in two models - the 2.9 and the T6. The 2.9 has a 2.9 L I6 engine while the T6 was powered by a twin-turbocharged 2.8 L I6. For the 2004 model year, the S80 came in 2.5T, 2.5T AWD, 2.9, and T6 models. The 2.5T model has a 2.5 L I5 engine with a light-pressure turbocharger. The AWD version, of course, has all wheel drive. Prices for the S80 range from $36,000 USD for a base 2.5T, to $50,000 USD for a fully-loaded T6 model. Every single S80 has been built in the Gothenburg, Sweden plant. The very first Volvo S80 rolled off the assembly line on May 6, 1998. King Harald V of Norway uses a S80 Limousine as a representation vehicle.Engines
| Year | Model | Displacement | Engine | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2004 | 2.9 | 2.9 L | I6 | 200 hp (150 kW) | 207 ft·lbf (281 N·m) |
| 1999–2005 | T6 | 2.8 L | twin-turbo I6 | 272 hp (200 kW) | 280 ft·lbf (380 N·m) |
| 2004–2006 | 2.5T | 2.5 L | LPT I5 | 210 hp (155 kW) | 236 ft·lbf (320 N·m) |
Second generation
On January 31, 2006, Volvo unveiled the first pictures of the second generation S80. This version has a new, sleeker design and is said to be focused on high levels of comfort, smooth driving capabilities, and safety features. The new S80 will feature a new 3.2 L straight-6 or 4.4 L V8 engine in combination with available all wheel drive. The car was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, and sales are expected to start in June 2006. It has been speculated that the second-generation S80 will have a wagon variant, likely badged as the V90. The new S80 is based on the European C/D architecture called EUCD internally. This same architecture is used in a diverse set of vehicles, including Ford's S-MAX and Galaxy MPVs, and many components are shared with the small Volvo S40 and Ford Focus.Volvo's Personal Car Communicator (PCC) remote control will also be a standard feature with the new S80. The unit is an automotive first. Before a driver gets to their car, they are able to review the security level and know whether they have set the alarm and if the car is locked. Additionally, there is a heartbeat sensor that warns if someone is hiding inside the car. The heartbeat sensor is rumored to also work with the SOS feature of Volvo's new telematics system.
Engines
| Year | Displacement | Engine | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–present | 4.4 L | Ford/Yamaha V8 | 311 hp (232 kW) | 325 ft·lbf (441 N·m) |
| 2007–present | 3.2 L | I6 | 235 hp (175 kW) | 236 ft·lbf (320 N·m) |
Competitors
The S80's market competitors include:- Acura RL
- Audi A6
- BMW 5-Series
- Cadillac STS
- Infiniti M
- Jaguar S-Type
- Lexus GS
- Lincoln LS
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- Saab 9-5
References
External links
- [All New Volvo S80] - Official Volvo S80 PR Site
- [Nilsson Special Vehicles] - Special vehicles such as limosines based on the Volvo S80 chassis.
- [AutoGuideWiki.com]
- [New S80 Intro Site] - New 2007 Volvo S80 Introduction Site (Flash)
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