Among luxury sedans, the Volvo S80 has always been something of an alternative choice. Through two generations, Volvo's largest sedan has spurned outright luxury and serious performance in favor of cutting-edge safety features and in-cabin technology. And, in a class dominated by rear-drive sedans, Volvo continues to tout the virtues of front-wheel drive, while offering all-wheel drive as an option.
There are plenty of premium-brand sedans that feel more upscale than the S80. There are just as many that surpass its balance and grip on a winding back road. Yet the Volvo S80 is most certainly one of the safest four-door conveyances money can buy. It also boasts some of the industry's most supportive seats and top-rated factory audio systems.
For luxury sedan buyers whose tastes run astray from the mainstream, the Volvo S80 is an interesting car to consider. And with a price tag that undercuts many European and Japanese-brand competitors, it can be a sensible option as well.
The 2008 Volvo S80 adds a new trim level to its roster. This is Volvo's flagship sedan. It comes in three trim levels: the front-wheel drive 3.2; the new-for-2008 all-wheel drive T6; and the AWD V8. The 3.2 has a 235-hp 3.2-liter inline 6-cylinder engine. T6 has a turbocharged 281-hp 3.0-liter inline six. The V8 has a 311-hp 4.4-liter engine. All S80s have a 6-speed automatic transmission. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Available is Volvo's Blind Spot Information System or BLIS. It detects and warns of nearby objects that may go unseen by the driver. An optional Sport Package includes driver-adjustable power-steering settings and Volvo's Four-C adaptive suspension with Comfort, Sport, and Advanced settings. Other options include a navigation system and DVD entertainment.
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