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Used 2005 Volvo S80 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

JB S80

jrb, 06/29/2005
2004 Volvo S80 2.9 Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.9L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Volvo S80 is the most comfortable car I have ever driven and that is including virtually all production "luxury cars". The old design 2.9 engine is plenty strong enough for me. If I could change anything it would be to reduce wind noise although it is not bad but not as good as Lexus or S series Mercedes. It has a very solid feel and to this point I have had no problems with this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Never thought about a Volvo

bobandlisa86, 10/17/2007
2004 Volvo S80 2.5T Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have never owned a volvo or have know anyone to own a volvo. Was working with a dealer and he talked me in to driving one. Wow!! I was hooked from that point on. It drives great looks good and has all the pick up that I need. Had my heart set on a Lexus, but not after driving the Volvo. Love it and will look for another one when I need a car. I have taken it on 2 long trips already and I get over 30 miles to the gallon. If you haven't driven one don't wait. It is very comfortable and I'm not a little guy either.

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5 out of 5 stars

The first 7500 miles

J Williams, 07/13/2004
2004 Volvo S80 T6 Premier Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I choose the S80 because my previous cars have been standard V6 sedans. The S80 is by far the best sedan I have own or driven. Leaving Denver in April, there were 12 inches of snow on the ground but with my DSTC on and working I had no problem with driving or staying on the road (other cars and trucks, even 4x4's slid off the road) and holding a steady speed for road conditions. I made it though the snow storm until the DOT closed I-40 at 7200 feet elevation. The moto "For Life" had nothing to do with my decision to buy but I'm glad I did. The only thing better than owning a Volvo, is having 2 Volvo's. I have the XC90 also.

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5 out of 5 stars

S80 2.5 T

wdkm, 07/17/2004
2004 Volvo S80 2.5T AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have already driven it 10,000 miles and have really enjoyed the experience. The people in the back seat have as great experience as those in the front.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Volvo S-80 Turbo Outstanding

cochran, 07/02/2003
2004 Volvo S80 T6 Premier Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This car is finally what I wanted. I tried the earlier versions, they didn't quite have it. The new S-80 T6 relaly has the power and acceleration needed in this car. They somehow tinkered with the transmission and gave it more life. The interior is very nice, and comfortable. Lumbar supolrt adkjustments are standard (as is thle moon roof, special transmission, and excellent stereo). I'm buying another one this year.

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