2004 Volvo S80 Review
Price Estimate: $1,034 - $1,676

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Loaded with outstanding safety innovations and features, quick on its feet in T6 trim, spacious backseat, soothing ride.
Cons
- Suspension still doesn't feel athletic even with Four-C system, turbo lag can be annoying around town, gets pricey with options.
What’s new
The S80 received a minor refresh this year that includes a modified grille, additional chrome trim and a revised rear fascia for the exterior along with a new gauge cluster and door panels for the interior. Volvo's Four-C adjustable suspension is a new option on all trim levels. All-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive versions of the 2.5T will be added midyear, but neither can be ordered in conjunction with the Four-C suspension. Finally, the T6 Premier replaces the T6 Elite as the top trim level.
Edmunds says
When it comes to ride comfort, feature content and uncompromised safety, the S80 excels, but for those who prefer a little sport in their sedans, the S80 will leave you wishing for more.
For sale near Stafford, TX
12 listings
- Photos not available$2,500
- 259,265 miles
- No accidents, 5 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 18 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Capital City Auto Sales (677 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in Tallahassee, FL
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (18 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: YV1TH59H141368483
Stock: 2880
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-06-2024 - $4,495
- 123,505 miles
- 1 accident, 4 owners, personal use only
- 18 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Primera Auto (884 mi away)
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
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Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (18 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: YV1TS92D041359516
Stock: 3209
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas
$206/mo for S80 2.5T
S80 2.5T
vs
$144/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Volvo S80 Owner Reviews
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Very happy even years later
4.63 out of 5 starsBWS2010, 03/09/2010
2004 Volvo S80 2.5T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
It's unfortunate that these other owners have had a lot of problems. I have had very little problems. My cig lighter will blow every once in a while, but it's when I'm running 2 chargers at the same time so I just keep extra 20 AMP fuses in the car. The drink holders are no the best designs, but overall I have had no serious problems.
A family of Volvo drivers-
5 out of 5 starsChristopher Chao, 12/07/2015
2004 Volvo S80 2.5T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
i bought this car at a Volvo specialist center in 2012 with 125,000 miles for just 7,998. I was going to use it for a year, due to a short term job in New York, so I didn't really care about what it was. My mom drives a C70 and told me to buy the car. It has been absolutely fantastic, now in 2015 we have 156,000 miles on it and it's still going strong. There have been some expensive … maintenance costs (150$-550$ services) and also suspension and axle components (1000$ over the years) but the thing to remember is that it's European and our X5 costs 3 times more to maintain. For such a nice car I'm willing to pay some more. It is important to note that I go to a local Volvo service specialty shop, and NOT A DEALER. Prices are about half what I would pay there, and even more savings for used parts. Also this car is ultra safe, my two kids learned to drive in this car, and this holiday season I plan to give it to my oldest... And of course as a replacement I'll be sure to buy the new XC90. The best thing about this car is the amount of small features that really add up: price, gas mileage (I get 35 on i40 even when the epa says 26, and yes I actually calculated it along with the trip computer), safety, (there are 6 giant airbags and stability control is an option fitted to my car), cold starts (never had a problem in -20 weather, AV/heat( the best ever, I'm never hot or cold for more than a minute, and the seats are so supremely comfortable. And that's all for 8,000$!!!!
Be advised: the 2004-2006 models have a stronger reliability record than the 1998-2003 (preface lift model)
Best vehicle made!!!
5 out of 5 starskeith, 07/23/2009
2004 Volvo S80 2.5T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
The 2004 Volvo 2.5 turbo is an excellent car. It is a 5 cylinder turbocharged engine with a 5 speed automatic transmission fwd. It gets great fuel economy(31-33) hwy-(20 city) and has wonderful go!I could never say anything but great things about this vehicle. If you ever have a chance to own one buy it, you will never regret doing so. Mine is white with camel leather a beautiful … combination loaded with options. Buy one if someone will part with it, mine stays in the garage and is pampered to keep it as nice as possible.
Volvo for Life
4 out of 5 starsNate, 02/23/2017
2004 Volvo S80 2.5T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
I put a little less than 100,000 miles on my Volvo s80 over the past five years and with over 200,000 miles on the clock it still felt strong and like a car that could go another 100,000 miles. It wasn't fault free needing a few somewhat random repairs: $400 for a new security system computer, tie rod ends $600 but the engine and transmission were great. Seats are super comfortable and … durable having no cracks or rips. Not a 'sports sedan' but the i5 never made merging or passing difficult. Best car I have owned.
2/26/18 Update-
A little after I wrote my original review I was in an accident. The other driver went through a stop sign hitting the passenger side right at the wheel and c pillar with enough force to spin my car 180 degrees. Car had about 203,000 miles at the time and was totaled by the insurance agency. When I bought a new car I ended up not buying another Volvo but have regretted that decision ever since. Older S80s are a great car and if you can find a well maintained one, even if it is over 10 years old, it will be comfortable and reliable.
2004 S80 Highlights
2.5T
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $35,450 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $206/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.2 cu.ft. |
front wheel drive | |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the S80 include:
- Alarm
- Stability Control
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover5 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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