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2008 Volvo S80
Vehicle Summary: 2008 Volvo S80
The stately Volvo S80, the company's flagship sedan, remains a luxurious ride and gives buyers a choice of three engines: a 3.2-liter inline six-cylinder, a turbocharged 3.0-liter six, and a 4.4-liter V8. The only transmission offered is a six-speed automatic that allows manual gear selection. Front-wheel drive is standard on the base six-cylinder version, while a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system is included with the T6 and V8 models. Typical for Volvo, a long list of safety features is standard. An optional adjustable ride-control system allows the driver to switch between settings like "Comfort" and "Sport."
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Swede Inspiration
The flagship Volvo S80 sedan remains stately and luxurious, but adds a sportier T6 model for 2008 with a turbocharged six-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive.
Highs
- Safety features
- Roomy and comfortable interior
- Smooth ride
- Stylish with high-quality look and feel
Lows
- Several options offered only in packages
- Standard engine is just adequate; V8 isn't as powerful as with other luxury models
What's New
- New T6 model with 285-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged engine, "Instant Traction" all-wheel drive, unique 17-inch wheels and tires, watch-dial instrument cluster; and dual tailpipes
- Heated rear seats added to Climate Package; Dynaudio package replaces Audio Package and adds rear headphone jacks and audio controls
- Revised wood trim
- Leather-wrapped shift knob
- V8 model adds bright taillight trim, aluminum lower door side moldings, soft leather upholstery, and standard Personal Car Communicator
- Ember Black Metallic paint and optional wood steering wheel available on V8
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2008 Volvo S80
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