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son_of_norway, 11/08/2011
2011 Volvo S80 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I chose the Volvo S80 as I wanted a safe vehicle, with good styling, and performance. The features I had included were the blind spot information system, climate package, and parking assist. Having driven other "performance" cars the base 3.2 is more than enough. If you do live in a mountain region with snow consider the T6 as the front wheels do spin even with the DTSC system. The interior on the S80 puts the competition to shame as it is true wood and designed with incredible detail. I test drove the BMW 328, BMW 335, Acura TL for reference. After my previous experience I wouldn't recommend an Audi as even up to the model I recently owned they have many electrical problems.

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5 out of 5 stars

Volvo owner since 1968

Robert K Mitchiner, 07/29/2017
updated 08/29/2019
2012 Volvo S80 T6 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Externally the car looks smaller than our 2005 S80 that we owned before, however the interior feels larger. Front seats are very comfortable and supportive. T6 engine is very strong and smooth. The design has been proven over the years. Gets great gas mileage on the highway around 20 mpg in town. Suspension is a little stiff as is typical in all Volvos .

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love the new s-80

john w, 06/24/2010
2010 Volvo S80 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Having owned an 04 V-70 with a n/a 2.4 5 cylinder we were well acquainted with the Volvo brand, I also own an 05 V-70. We have the PZEV 220 hp engine and it is plenty peppy, decent on fuel on the highway, not so much around town 19 mpg. The overall build quality is superb,the standard equipment is mind boggling, leather is standard, not so with mb/audi/bmw! Hd radio and bluetooth! Oh and did I mention the seats, the most comfortable seats period! It is a fun car to drive, Volvo tweaked the shift points and our 3.2 pzev flies, great ride not as punishing as our 04 V-70. I looked and drove audi/mb/bmw a-6/e class/5 series. It is true they have more potent engines but for thousands less!JHW

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car...Would not hesitate buying another one!

SF, 09/23/2016
2016 Volvo S80 T5 Drive-E Platinum 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

After getting in a pretty bad accident in my 2013 S-80 (where it was totaled) there was no question that I was going to buy another S-80. Couldn't believe how that car protected me during the accident but then again it is a Volvo. Although I thought I would really miss not having the T6 AWD engine, I feel the T5 is actually quicker with the turbo. In addition to the inscription I also have the technology package which is incredible. I was able to get one of the last 2016 models my dealer had and since the S90's were out was able to get it for below the Edmunds TMV. There is nothing I dislike about this car. As a side, would strongly recommend that you consider the overseas delivery if you have the time. I have done it several times in the past and would have done it again had it not been for the fact that I needed a car right away. It is fun, very easy and a great experience.

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5 out of 5 stars

Safety above Speed Reasonable MPG

Johnston, 04/13/2010
2010 Volvo S80 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

Considered the usual European competition before jumping into this one W/BlueTooth, BLIS and Xenons . After checking some Volvo Forums & Tire Rack.com I decided to ditch the OEM tires and go with Bridgestone Pole Position tires after 3k Miles. It made a world of difference in the ride and even though I have 17" wheels most people who have the 18" wheels complain their rides "harder" then mine !!! Love the ride now! Couldn't pry me out of it if you wanted me too. This is my second leased car, might have to keep it when the lease is up.

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