S80
The Volvo S80 is a luxury sedan produced by Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1998 to 2016, succeeding the S90. Spanning two generations, it was offered with a range of engines, including five and six-cylinder inline engines, as well as V8 engines. The S80 was recognized for its safety innovations, including the introduction of inflatable curtains and a whiplash protection system. (media.volvocars.com)
Model summary
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Model introduction
The Volvo S80 is a luxury sedan produced by Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1998 to 2016, succeeding the S90. Spanning two generations, it was offered with a range of engines, including five and six-cylinder inline engines, as well as V8 engines. The S80 was recognized for its safety innovations, including the introduction of inflatable curtains and a whiplash protection system. (media.volvocars.com)
History
The Volvo S80 was launched in the spring of 1998 as the Swedish manufacturer's flagship luxury sedan. It was the first to showcase Volvo's more curvaceous design, featuring recognizable tail lamps and a V-shaped grille. The S80 was equipped with a transversely mounted six-cylinder inline engine, a first for Volvo, providing optimal weight distribution and improved interior space. In terms of safety, the S80 introduced inflatable curtains for side impact protection and a whiplash protection system, reinforcing Volvo's reputation for safety. (media.volvocars.com)
Generations
The Volvo S80 underwent two distinct generations. The first, produced from 1998 to 2006, was launched with five and six-cylinder inline engines, including a 2.9-liter six-cylinder inline engine producing 272 horsepower. The second generation, produced from 2006 to 2016, was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2006. It introduced 4.4-liter V8 engines producing 315 horsepower, as well as 3.2-liter six-cylinder inline engines. This generation was also the first to be built on Volvo's P3 platform, developed in collaboration with Ford. (volvocars.com)
Key differences
The first generation of the Volvo S80, produced from 1998 to 2006, featured five and six-cylinder inline engines, including a 2.9-liter six-cylinder inline engine producing 272 horsepower. The second generation, produced from 2006 to 2016, introduced 4.4-liter V8 engines producing 315 horsepower, as well as 3.2-liter six-cylinder inline engines. This generation was also the first to be built on Volvo's P3 platform, developed in collaboration with Ford. (volvocars.com)
Photo recognition
To identify a Volvo S80, look for a mid-size luxury sedan with curvaceous lines and distinctive tail lamps. The V-shaped grille is also a characteristic clue. First-generation models, produced from 1998 to 2006, are equipped with five and six-cylinder inline engines, while second-generation models, produced from 2006 to 2016, can be identified by 4.4-liter V8 engines or 3.2-liter six-cylinder inline engines. (volvocars.com)
Important versions
Notable versions of the Volvo S80 include the first-generation T6 model, equipped with a 2.8-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder inline engine producing 272 horsepower. The second generation introduced the 4.4-liter V8 model producing 315 horsepower, offering enhanced performance. (volvocars.com)
References
- Volvo S80 - the first Volvo S80 was launched in 1998Volvo Car UK Media Newsroom
- Model Overview: 2004 Volvo S80Volvo Car USA Newsroom
- VOLVO S80 IN PRODUCTION 1998Volvo Car USA Newsroom
- NEW YORK AUTO SHOW: All-new Volvo S80 makes U.S. debutVolvo Car USA Newsroom
- Volvo S80 Features and SpecsCar and Driver
- https://www.volvocars.com/us/media/models/s80/1998/volvocars.com
- https://www.ipdusa.com/VehicleModels/76/Volvo-S80ipdusa.com
- https://www.volvoclub.org.uk/information-s80.shtmlvolvoclub.org.uk