Volvo S80

Volvo S80

Volvo has evolved as a manufacturer with reputation in delivering quality automobiles and branded as the safest automobiles in the world. The high-tech features of Volvo cars has always been a strong point over its competitors, however a Volvo is known for its utility rather tan glamor and the same tradition is continued with Volkswagen S80. The Volvo S80 is one of the smooth running , good looking and most desirous cars around ,This car shows your status and is built to make you feel good. Launched in 2007, to summarize Volvo S80 in one word, it would be called “different”, perfect for those not looking for the mainstream BMW 5-series or an E-Class, something more safe without compromising on the elegance factor.

Engine, Mileage & Variants:

Take nothing away from this elite, the new Volvo S80 is a high-tech car bombarded with latest technology , the car is installed with four-cylinder 2.0-liter B424T7 petrol engine which is powerful and bring forth for you an enhanced driving experience. The engine gives an immense power output measuring 240 hp at 5500 rpm alongside a maximum torque output of 320Nm between 1800 to 5000rpm. This helps this top-segment Volvo in reach the 0 to 100 km/hr mark in just about 7.7 acquiring a maximum speed of 230 km/hr. The six speed power shift transmission and superior D5 engine of S80 enables it to deliver a significant fuel economy measuring 12km/L.

Exteriors:

The exteriors of Volvo S80 give it an elegant and sophisticate appeal. The designing however will go down in the history as one of the least evolved cars through the generations, not that it needs much work done. Volvo S80 remains a tremendously aesthetic car in its own way, filled with waterfall effect on bootlid and bonnet. The smooth an delightful face of this elegant car drives you closer as u look towards it, the catchy smooth rails and logo of Volvo in middle of chrome bar looks amazing. The smooth flowing lines and sweeping roof line enhances the look and catches the onlookers eyes. The overall dimensions of Volvo S80 measure 4581mm x 1861mm x 2106mm while the wheelbase of Volvo S80 is 2835mm. Volvo is fitted with 215/55 R16 and 225/50 R17 tires for superior ride quality and comfort.

Interiors:

One doesn't really expect anything less of spectacular from Volvo S80, being the top drive from a manufacturer which is exceptionally popular for its interior. You are in for a joy ride once inside the Volvo and you know it with one look at the beautiful interiors of this car. Volvo S80 comes embedding Volvo Sensus Infotainment system with a pop out 7-inch screen on the top of dashboard. Seriously, the cabin cannot be subjected to any criticism whatsoever, the driving comfort is immense and seats are large enough to maintain a top notch comfort level throughout the ride, also the features packed inside this luxury need no explanation. It also offers a significant boot space of 480-litre that makes it convenient to carry appropriate amount of luggage in the journey.

Safety, Braking And Miscellaneous:

Volvo cars are known for their safety standards more than anything else. Volvo has always given importance to valued riders,there safety and comfort .The car is loaded with features like Bling spot information system(BLIS) , active cruise control helps the car in following the speed and presets the distance of the car running in-front. Another effective feature in this car to safeguard its passengers is collision warning system with auto brake which alarms the driver and gives warning when you get quite close to a car's rear end at high speed in order to avoid collision with the vehicle. Other safety features like Dynamic Stability and traction control (DSTC) and Road Sign Information (RSI) may prove to be useful for enhancing driver's safety inside this car.

Verdict:

We have to mention that Volvo S80 is a really credible alternative for its elite German rivals. Also, it is much more economical than the rivals. What it lacks in designing flamboyance it makes up in the feature set involved, however Volvo S80 still has a long way to go to be considered as a standard machinery in the segment.