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2009 Volvo S80
At a Glance
| Pricing | $39,600 - $51,850 |
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| Drive Types | FWD, AWD |
| Engines | I6 (235-bhp), I6 T (281-bhp), V8 (311-bhp) |
| Transmissions | A6 |
| Fuel Economy | 15-16 (city), 22-25 (highway) |
Our Ratings
| Velocity Index | 66 |
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The flagship of the Volvo line.
Overview Information
The S80 is the flagship sedan in Volvo's lineup. Although very competent, it has suffered from anonymous styling that was overshadowed by its sibling the S60. The latest S80 looks to change that by offering clean, attractive styling and a choice between I6 and V8 power. The inclusion of a V8 should help distinguish the S80, allowing it to better compete with other premium sedan offerings
What Changed:
The 2009 S80 models feature more standard equipment.
Official Word:
Entering its third year since a major redesign, Volvo's flagship S80 enhances its premium luxury charter with increased standard amenities across the board. The model lineup for 2009 includes the normally aspirated S80 3.2, the turbocharged S80 T6 AWD fitted with Volvo's renown all-wheel drive with Instant TractionTM and the top flight S80 V8 AWD - the first and only Volvo sedan equipped with a powerful yet remarkably compact and highly efficient V8 engine. Among the...Read.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
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| S80 3.2 | 3.2l I6 (235-bhp) | A6 | FWD | 54 | $39,600 |
| S80 T6 | 3.0l I6 T (281-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 64 | $42,050 |
| S80 V8 | 4.4l V8 (311-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 66 | $51,850 |
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