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5 out of 5 stars

T6 S80, The Perfect Car

Halmarc, 12/24/2007
2008 Volvo S80 T6 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This Volvo T6 S80 has to be, the best car I've ever owned. It is the perfect balance of performance, comfort, safety and handling, with decent fuel economy. I run it on regular unleaded gas and it's very fast. In fact, I haven't floored the gas pedal yet. It's good off the line and when passing. That was not true of the MB E350 that I test drove. When compared to the E350 and BMW 530, it's as good a car for about $15000 less. Try one, you'll buy it.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Best value proposition

Scott E, 12/03/2008
2008 Volvo S80 T6 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Needed AWD in New Hampshire mountains and the BMW, Benz, and Audi alternatives in this size class cannot touch the Volvo - and I am a huge fan of BMW. Purchased the car this summer during the $4/gallon gas era and got a fantastic deal that the other brands could not touch. Nice quiet ride with adequate power - not as well balanced as the BMW5 - drives a little front heavy in some cornering. Bottom line is that I would still purchase this car should I move out of the snow belt given the price point. Interior/exterior styling is excellent - don't see too many others on the road so it has a nice unique look relative to Audi, Volvo S60, 4matics, etc. which are everywhere.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Impressed so far...

chelsofpdx, 02/16/2010
2008 Volvo S80 V8 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

First luxury car purchase and I am too pleased. The comfort of the seats and feel of a tank are definite positives on the road. 3-choice steering package a must...advanced option makes it like buttah!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A Sporty Sedan fo Volvo Lovers

WC , 02/07/2009
2008 Volvo S80 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Good year-end deal for current Volvo owner on '08 S70 w/Sports Package. Smart style/profile;Great alternative to BMW or Audi; A very comfortable/roomy sedan with a sports car feel. Love rear visibility (drop down rear headrests);Accessible controls;Many convenience features, e.g. auto-folding rv mirros, smart key, heated/cooled f/r seats; Runs on regular gas. Would not have chosen low profile tires-expensive, impacts turn radius and mileage.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Nice car but next time a turbo

Tall Volvo owner, 05/10/2009
2008 Volvo S80 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I just purchased the 2008 3.2 S80 (I have had it for 48 hours); I like the look of the car interior and exterior. The car comes up short with the handling; it has a floaty feel to it and I live in Europe and have driven Audi's, Passats and Lancias. These car have great pick-up; this car does not; you learn a lot about a vehicle when taking a trip from Germany to Italy through the mountains at night. Overall I have to say it is a nice car but the suspension needs work; Turbo is necessary if you want to get that extra kick when you need it. Also, some features should come standard with the car, e.g. blue tooth, front and rear warning detection for parking.

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