2010 Volvo S80 Review

There are three separate base engines available for the 2010 Volvo S80, each highly impressive. The FWD version is available with a 3.2L 235-horsepower (@ 6200 RPM) 236 lb-ft (@ 3200 RPM) inline 6-cylinder powerplant. Alternatively, a 3.2L 225-horsepower PZEV is available. V8 trims receive a powerful 4.4L 311-horsepower (@ 5950 RPM) 325 lb-ft (@ 3950 RPM) V8 engine and the T6 trim is equipped with a very exciting 3.0L 281-horsepower (@ 5600 RPM) 295 lb-ft (@ 1500 RPM) turbocharged I6. All engine options are mated with a standard 6-speed Geartronic automatic gearbox. EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings are reported at 18/27 mpg city/highway for base trim versions.

Pricing for the Volvo S80 2010 ranges from $39,200 up to $50,950 making it compete nicely with the Audi A6 ($45,200), the BMW 528 ($45,950) and the Lexus GS 350 ($45,600). And you can still take advantage of excellent loan incentives currently available. Of course it's good looking, but it's also strong and powerful. With standard seating for five, all trims are 4-door sedans. You'll find a cabin generously loaded with impressive standard amenities including:

• Executive leather;
• Hand-finished walnut trim;
• Flip-down waterproof champagne on ice (plus two glasses) container in rear;
• Dual rear headrest DVD monitors;
• Heated and cooled ventilated seating;
• Superior air filtration system;
• Dolby Pro Logic II Surround Dynaudio entertainment system;
• And loads more...

You know that Volvo cares about your safety and they prove it in the 2010 S80 by including standard safety components and equipment including:

• Adaptive cruise control;
• Blind-spot information system;
• Personal Car Communicator;
• Bi-xenon headlamps;
• Collision Warning System with technologies for pre-braking;
• DTSC (dynamic traction and stability control);
• IDIS (intelligent driver information system);
• The list goes on...

All versions of the S80 Volvo for 2010 have an 1197-pound payload capacity. Each is also able to tow up to 3307 pounds. Base and T6 versions require 18.3 feet of turning radius while V8 trims need 20 feet even. With its 18.5-gallon fuel tank, any trim of the S80 will accommodate travel of over 350 miles easily. This beautifully safe and luxuriously fast flagship sedan from Volvo should not be overlooked without serious consideration for purchase.

All trims of the 2010 Volvo S80 measure 191.0 inches long, 73.3 inches wide and 58.8 inches tall. They utilize a 111.6-inch wheelbase and clear the ground by 5.8 inches. Curb weights vary by trim between 3825 and 4100 pounds. Head, shoulder, hip and leg room measurements are very nice, even for rear passengers who can stretch their bones out in 56 inches of shoulder room, 55 inches of hip room and 35.0 inches of legroom. 14.9 cubic feet of standard and not-expandable luggage capacity is found in the trunk. Its sumptuously comfortable. It's a technological masterpiece. Let's keep a simple: the new Volvo S80 truly represents automotive excellence.