Baffled by steering

[But is it really a Volvo?]

you have been told by a volvo mechanic, a volvo employee that the V70 is not a S80 estate and yet you still think you are right so as i have said ARE VOLVO THEMSELVES WRONG IF SO CONTATC THEM. Jesus give me strength

I'm not saying they're not entitled to their opinions.
Of course they are.

[irf]

[MIKESC70T5]

Is my c70 really a c70 then, if it's not i hope i can call it a phase 3 v70r as it's about the same sort of length lol.

[But is it really a Volvo?]

and as my mother in law says " YOU CANT EDUCATE A IDIOT " rings true me thinks to some people

Well, the UK university system managed pretty well with this one, eh ?

[T5ER]

really lol, did not go to uni i am affraid so i dont fall into that category

[irf]

[But is it really a Volvo?]

Is my c70 really a c70 then, if it's not i hope i can call it a phase 3 v70r as it's about the same sort of length lol.

No, in my considered opinion, that's as much a C70 as makes no difference.

But as you say, the similarity in length might to the uninitiated, cause some confusion.

[But is it really a Volvo?]

really lol, did not go to uni i am affraid so i dont fall into that category

Trust me, you don't need a degree to be an idiot.

[MIKESC70T5]

Trust me, you don't need a degree to be an idiot.

So your were just an idiot but now your an idiot with letters after your name.

[thebadger]

I'd say four letters.... one of them's a T...

[But is it really a Volvo?]

I'd say four letters.... one of them's a T...

Is that a recognized qualification ?

BTW, are you The Badger off the telly ?

[T5ER]

right here is to clarify another point but please NOTE THAT THIS ONLY ACCOUNTS FOR THE NEW V70 NOT ANY OF THE OLDER VERSIONS

The Volvo S80 is a mid-size executive sedan from Swedish automaker Volvo and was introduced in 1998 as a replacement for the rear-wheel drive Volvo 960/S90 sedan. The Volvo S80 was built at the Torslanda Plant (Torslandaverken) in Gothenburg, Sweden. Unlike most Volvo models, it did not have a station wagon version for its first generation. Now, the third generation V70 wagon is marketed as the estate version for the second generation S80 sedan. This is a part of a major product overhaul at Volvo, including a most luxurious large estate and sedan.

The first generation was notable for being one of the first Volvos to depart from the company's traditionally boxy, conservative styling. The S80's styling, with its pronounced beltlines and tail lights that narrow and go from curves to points as they go up, was later adopted throughout the Volvo line, especially on the S60 and S40 sedans.

The Volvo S80 engines have developed a reputation for reliability and excellent performance, proving a match for BMW, Mercedes Benz and other comparable executive car manufacturers.

The first generation Volvo S80 had one of the highest crash test ratings in the world for five years.[citation needed] The second generation Volvo S80 in June 2007 scored the highest "good" rating in the IIHS crash test performance for frontal, side, and rear impacts [1], continuing in the success of the first S80 sedan, earning it the IIHS Top Safety Pick. The second generation S80 is better engineered than the previous model, in part due to a stiffer more rigid chassis.

Contents [hide]
1 First generation
1.1 Engines
2 Second generation
2.1 Engines
2.2 S80L
2.3 2010 update
3 See also
4 References
5 External links


[edit] First generation
First generation
Production 1998–2006
Platform Volvo P2 platform
Engine(s) 2.0 I5 LPT
2.4 L I5
2.4 L CNG/LPG I5
2.5 L I5 LPT
2.9 L I6
2.8/2.9 L twin-turbocharged I6
2.4 L I5 Turbo Diesel
2.5 L I5 Turbo Diesel [2]
Transmission(s) 4 speed geartronic automatic
5-speed automatic
5-speed manual
6-speed manual
Wheelbase 2,790 mm (109.8 in)
Length 4,820 mm (189.8 in)
2004-06: 4,849 mm (190.9 in)
Width 1,830 mm (72.0 in)
Height 1,435 mm (56.5 in)
Fuel capacity 70 l (15.4 imp gal; 18.5 US gal) (2.4 & Diesels)
80 l (17.6 imp gal; 21.1 US gal) (others)
Related Ford Five Hundred
Ford Freestyle
Mercury Montego
Volvo S60
Volvo V70
Volvo XC90
The first generation S80 is based on the Ford D3 platform. More than 368,000 first generation S80s were built before the introduction of the new model.[3]. The all-new S80's styling, with its pronounced beltlines and tail lights that narrow and go from curves to points as they go up, is often jokingly referred to as "In S80, S stands for Sexy".

This S80 sedan being Volvo's flagship model was heavily equipped with numerous safety systems to ensure all occupants safety, including SIPS and WHIPS.[4]

The S80 has three firsts for passenger cars. The first was the use of a built-in, fully integrated GSM phone, complete with both a hands free function and a lift-up hand-set. The second was the fitment of the straight six engine in a transverse mounting. Volvo claims to be the first manufacturer to succeed in mass producing this configuration "in modern time"[4], although this is quite false, since British Leyland produced passenger cars using the E6 engine from 1970 to 1981 in cars such as the Austin Kimberley and Austin Princess.[5] No existing manual gearbox would fit in the engine bay with the six cylinder engine, so Volvo had to develop their own, claimed to be the world's smallest manual gearbox, the M65. The previous record holder was also a Volvo gearbox, the M56 developed to fit the wide 5 cylinder transverse engine first used in the 850 series cars.[6] Thirdly, the S80 was the world's first car with an environmental specification, covering aspects such as those directly relating to the car such as allergens from textiles and fuel economy and the life cycle of the car from production to dismantling.[7]

For Volvo, the S80 was a major step forward into the age of modern car design, particularly with the use of multiplex wiring.[8] It is said that the S80 has more than 40 onboard computers, with at least one in every door. A popular expression says there's more electronics in the S80 than in the F15 fighter.

The S80 was initially available with four different engines. Starting the range was a detuned 2.4-litre 140 hp 5-cylinder. This was also available as a CNG and as an LPG version. The fully tuned version produced 170 PS (125 kW). Next up was a 2.9 L 196 PS (144 kW) 6-cylinder, then 272 PS (200 kW) T6 and finally, the 140 PS (102 kW) 2.5 L TDI (diesel). The 2.9 has a Straight-6 engine while the T6 was powered by a destroked twin-turbocharged version.[4] In 2000 there was the addition of the 200 hp (149 kW) 2.5T, available with standard all-wheel drive. The 2.5T model featured a light-pressure turbocharger. Late 2001 introduced the 163 PS (120 kW) 5 cylinder common rail diesel D5, detuned to 130 PS (96 kW) and sold as 2.4D in some markets.[2][9] In some European countries the entry level S80 came with a 2.0 litre five-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 182 PS. These were sold in countries where larger capacity engines were penalized by heavy taxes. Minor exterior design changes occurred between 2003 and 2004 versions, notably front grille styling (in pre-2004 version (pictured above), it has vertical metallic pattern - herited from 960 series - , while in 2004 (pictured right) a gray plastic brick-wall pattern was introduced).

[edit] Engines
Year Model Displacement Engine Fuel Power Torque
1998 – 2006 2.4 (140) 2435 cc I5 Petrol 103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) 220 N·m (162 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2006 2.4 2435 cc I5 Petrol 125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) 225 N·m (166 ft·lbf)
2000 – 2006 2.0T 1984 cc LPT I5 Petrol (132 kW (180 PS; 178 hp) 280 N·m (207 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2003 2.4T 2435 cc LPT I5 Petrol 147 kW (200 PS; 197 hp) 285 N·m (236 ft·lbf)
2003 – 2006 2.5T 2521 cc LPT I5 Petrol 155 kW (211 PS; 208 hp) 320 N·m (236 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2001 2.9 2922 cc I6 Petrol 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) 280 N·m (207 ft·lbf)
1991 – 2004 2.9 2922 cc I6 Petrol 144 kW (196 PS; 193 hp) 280 N·m (207 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2001 T6 2783 cc twin-turbo I6 Petrol 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp) 380 N·m (280 ft·lbf)
2001 – 2006 T6 2922 cc twin-turbo I6 Petrol 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp) 380 N·m (280 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2001 TDI (Audi engine) 2460 cc turbocharged I5 Diesel 102 kW (139 PS; 137 hp) 280 N·m (206 ft·lbf)
2001 – 2006 2.4D 2401 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 96 kW (131 PS; 129 hp) 280 N·m (206 ft·lbf)
2001 – 2006 D5 2401 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) 340 N·m (250 ft·lbf)

[edit] Second generation
Second generation
Production 2006–present
Platform Y20 platform
Engine(s) 1.6L (4cyl diesel), 2.0L (4cyl), 2.0L (Flexifuel, 4-cyl), 2.0L (4cyl diesel), 2.5 L I5 LPT
3.0/3.2 L I6
4.4 L Yamaha V8
2.4 L I5 turbodiesel
Transmission(s) 6-speed automatic
6-speed manual
Wheelbase 2,835 mm (111.6 in)
Length 4,849 mm (190.9 in), 4989mm? (S80L), 5000+mm? (S80R)
Width 1,861 mm (73.3 in)
Height 1,490 mm (58.7 in)
Fuel capacity 70 l (15.4 imp gal; 18.5 US gal)
Related Volvo V70
Land Rover Freelander
Ford Mondeo
On January 31, 2006, Volvo unveiled the first pictures of the second generation S80. Generally all features of the car were upgraded substantially. The new S80 will feature a new 3.2 L straight-6 or 4.4 L V8 engine in combination with available four-wheel drive. The second-generation S80 is the first Volvo sedan model to become available with Volvo's compact, transversely fitted V8 with a power output of 315 PS (232 kW; 311 hp) and 440 N·m (320 lb·ft) of torque developed jointly by Volvo Cars engine unit Skövde and Yamaha but built by Yamaha of Japan. With four catalytic converters and advanced electronics, this engine, which was first introduced in the Volvo XC90, is one of the cleanest V8s on the market. The exterior is similar to that of the first generation but is greatly improved with more high strength boron steel in the body for safety. The interior is seen as one of the most comfortable in the automotive industry.

This second generation S80 is no exception to Volvo's on going improvements and inventions of safety. The second generation S80 has been given the IIHS 2007 Top Safety Pick Award in overall safety protection. Also again in November the IIHS awarded the 2008 Volvo S80 with Top Safety Award. This S80 performed outstandingly above its German and Japanese rivals. Scores were perfect for frontal, side, and rear impacts. The car was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, and sales began on June 2006. The new S80 is based on the Ford EUCD platform (called P24 by Volvo), also used for vehicles including Ford's S-MAX, Mondeo and Galaxy large MPVs.[10] Some of these Ford vehicles, whilst sharing this platform, and some parts, are distincly different from each other as they compete in different auto market segments. Volvo vehicles on this platform tend to use more high tech parts and more expensive underpinnings.

Volvo's Personal Car Communicator (PCC) remote control will also be an optional feature with the new S80. This feature is fairly new to the automotive industry. Before a driver gets to their car, they are able to review the security level and know whether they have set the alarm and if the car is locked. Additionally, there is a heartbeat sensor that warns if someone is hiding inside the car.


Blind spot detector on side mirrors.The all new S80 is the first Volvo model to feature Adaptive cruise control (ACC) with Collision Warning and Brake Support (CWBS). Adaptive cruise control helps ensure comfort and relaxed driving by letting the driver select the desired speed and the minimum time gap to the vehicle in front of them. When a radar sensor detects a slower vehicle in front of them, Adaptive Cruise Control adapts to that vehicle by applying the brakes as necessary. As the Collision Warning System senses an impending collision, it alerts with a flashing light on the windshield and an audible alarm. Meanwhile Brake Support offers additional assistance by preparing the braking system so that the car can begin stopping faster and avoid a potentially dangerous situation before it happens. Volvo S80 is also available with a new safety innovation called Blind Spot Information System (BLIS, first seen in Volvo S40) which senses when a person enters the drivers blind spot and Active Bi-Xenon Lights (ABL) to illuminate around curves in the dark. Volvo is known for making historic strides in the production of intuitive new safety systems. BLIS system has been recently introduced at Mercedes-Benz's higher specification cars, nearly two years after Volvo.[11] The second generation Volvo S80 is much more luxurious than the previous generation, and it flaunts its "Scandinavian Luxury" design language. The second generation S80 has already won awards in best mid size luxury sedan interior.[12]

[edit] Engines
Year Model Displacement Engine Fuel Power Torque CO2 emissions/km
2006- V8 4414 cc V8 Petrol 232 kW (315 PS; 311 hp) 440 N·m (320 lb·ft)
2006- 3.2 3192 cc I6 Petrol 175 kW (238 PS; 235 hp) 320 N·m (240 lb·ft)
2008- T6 2953 cc I6 Petrol 210 kW (285 PS; 281 hp) 400 N·m (300 lb·ft)
2006-2009 2.5T 2521 cc LPT I5 Petrol 147 kW (200 PS; 197 hp) 300 N·m (220 lb·ft)
2008-2009 2.5FT 2521 cc LPT I5 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 147 kW (200 PS; 197 hp) 300 N·m (220 lb·ft)
2008-2009 2.0 1999 cc I4 Petrol 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 185 N·m (136 lb·ft)
2008-2009 2.0F 1999 cc I4 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 185 N·m (136 lb·ft)
2009- 2.0 1999 cc I4 Petrol 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 190 N·m (140 lb·ft)
2009- 2.0F 1999 cc I4 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 190 N·m (140 lb·ft)
2009- D5 2400 cc twin-turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 151 kW (205 PS; 202 hp) 420 N·m (310 lb·ft)
2009- 2.4D 2400 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 129 kW (175 PS; 173 hp) 420 N·m (310 lb·ft)
2006-2009 D5 2400 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 136 kW (185 PS; 182 hp) 400 N·m (300 lb·ft)
2006-2009 2.4D 2400 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) 340 N·m (250 lb·ft)
2008- 2.0D 1997 cc turbocharged common rail I4 Diesel 100 kW (136 PS; 134 hp) 320 N·m (240 lb·ft)
2009- 1.6D DRIVe 1560 cc turbocharged common rail I4 Diesel 80 kW (109 PS; 107 hp) 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) 129g
2009- 2.5T 2521 cc LPT I5 Petrol 170 kW (231 PS; 228 hp) 340 N·m (250 lb·ft)
2009- 2.5FT 2521 cc LPT I5 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 170 kW (231 PS; 228 hp) 340 N·m (250 lb·ft)

[edit] S80L
A long wheelbase version manufactured in China, called the Volvo S80L, was launched locally in November 2008. It is 140 mm (5.5 in) longer, to increase rear passenger legroom.[13]

[edit] 2010 update
New features include a choice of 5-cylinder 2.4L D5 twin turbo diesel, 2.4L diesel, or 1.6L diesel engine. Also the 2.5T and 2.5FT were modified to produce more power and have a lower fuel consumption. The car's exterior was modified to give the S80 a lower, longer and wider stance. More chrome trim were added to the front, the rear end the doors to look like the S80 Executive. The 2010 Volvo S80 facelift also comes with a choice between a comfort-enhancing standard chassis or a sport one that offers better handling dynamics. The 2010 S80 will be available with a S80 R-design interior package to give the inside a sportier look. The interior package contains a new sports steering wheel, sports pedals, Dynamic leather seats, sports gearshift knob and a new combi instrument with blue background.

The car was unveiled in 2009 Geneva Motor Show.[14]

[edit] See also
Volvo ECC
[edit] References
^ IIHS S80 Report
^ a b Volvo 2003 S80 Specification
^ Volvo Owners Club UK S80 production data
^ a b c Volvo Owners Club UK Summary of S80 Launch Press Release
^ Austin Rover.co.uk E series engines
^ Volvo Owners Club UK M65 Gearbox Press Release
^ Volvo Owners Club UK S80 Environment Press Release
^ Volvo Early S80 Press Release
^ Volvo S80 1999 Specifications
^ Wim Oude Weernink and Bradford Wernle. "Building Blocks: Ford learns a lesson from Lego". AutoWeek. http://autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ar...024/LATESTNEWS. Retrieved March 30 2006.
^ Tech Watch: Mercedes-Benz Ups the Safety Ante With New Blind-Spot Assist
^ Volvo S80 (06-) 3.2 SE Sport 4dr Saloon - Autocar.co.uk
^ Volvo S80L long wheelbase launched in China
^ Geneva Preview: Volvo readies updated S80 for Swiss debut
[edit] External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Volvo S80
Volvo S80 - Official International Volvo S80 Site
Nilsson Special Vehicles - Special vehicles such as limousines based on the Volvo S80 chassis

THIS IS FOR THE NEW V70 AND NEW S80 I.E 2ND GEN S80 AND 3RD GEN V70

[But is it really a Volvo?]

So your were just an idiot but now your an idiot with letters after your name.

Even idiots need respect.

[thebadger]

Look in a mirror, if you recognize who you see in it, congratulations! You've just qualified!

[But is it really a Volvo?]

right here is to clarify another point but please NOTE THAT THIS ONLY ACCOUNTS FOR THE NEW V70 NOT ANY OF THE OLDER VERSIONS

The Volvo S80 is a mid-size executive sedan from Swedish automaker Volvo and was introduced in 1998 as a replacement for the rear-wheel drive Volvo 960/S90 sedan. The Volvo S80 was built at the Torslanda Plant (Torslandaverken) in Gothenburg, Sweden. Unlike most Volvo models, it did not have a station wagon version for its first generation. Now, the third generation V70 wagon is marketed as the estate version for the second generation S80 sedan. This is a part of a major product overhaul at Volvo, including a most luxurious large estate and sedan.

The first generation was notable for being one of the first Volvos to depart from the company's traditionally boxy, conservative styling. The S80's styling, with its pronounced beltlines and tail lights that narrow and go from curves to points as they go up, was later adopted throughout the Volvo line, especially on the S60 and S40 sedans.

The Volvo S80 engines have developed a reputation for reliability and excellent performance, proving a match for BMW, Mercedes Benz and other comparable executive car manufacturers.

The first generation Volvo S80 had one of the highest crash test ratings in the world for five years.[citation needed] The second generation Volvo S80 in June 2007 scored the highest "good" rating in the IIHS crash test performance for frontal, side, and rear impacts [1], continuing in the success of the first S80 sedan, earning it the IIHS Top Safety Pick. The second generation S80 is better engineered than the previous model, in part due to a stiffer more rigid chassis.

Contents [hide]
1 First generation
1.1 Engines
2 Second generation
2.1 Engines
2.2 S80L
2.3 2010 update
3 See also
4 References
5 External links


[edit] First generation
First generation
Production 1998–2006
Platform Volvo P2 platform
Engine(s) 2.0 I5 LPT
2.4 L I5
2.4 L CNG/LPG I5
2.5 L I5 LPT
2.9 L I6
2.8/2.9 L twin-turbocharged I6
2.4 L I5 Turbo Diesel
2.5 L I5 Turbo Diesel [2]
Transmission(s) 4 speed geartronic automatic
5-speed automatic
5-speed manual
6-speed manual
Wheelbase 2,790 mm (109.8 in)
Length 4,820 mm (189.8 in)
2004-06: 4,849 mm (190.9 in)
Width 1,830 mm (72.0 in)
Height 1,435 mm (56.5 in)
Fuel capacity 70 l (15.4 imp gal; 18.5 US gal) (2.4 & Diesels)
80 l (17.6 imp gal; 21.1 US gal) (others)
Related Ford Five Hundred
Ford Freestyle
Mercury Montego
Volvo S60
Volvo V70
Volvo XC90
The first generation S80 is based on the Ford D3 platform. More than 368,000 first generation S80s were built before the introduction of the new model.[3]. The all-new S80's styling, with its pronounced beltlines and tail lights that narrow and go from curves to points as they go up, is often jokingly referred to as "In S80, S stands for Sexy".

This S80 sedan being Volvo's flagship model was heavily equipped with numerous safety systems to ensure all occupants safety, including SIPS and WHIPS.[4]

The S80 has three firsts for passenger cars. The first was the use of a built-in, fully integrated GSM phone, complete with both a hands free function and a lift-up hand-set. The second was the fitment of the straight six engine in a transverse mounting. Volvo claims to be the first manufacturer to succeed in mass producing this configuration "in modern time"[4], although this is quite false, since British Leyland produced passenger cars using the E6 engine from 1970 to 1981 in cars such as the Austin Kimberley and Austin Princess.[5] No existing manual gearbox would fit in the engine bay with the six cylinder engine, so Volvo had to develop their own, claimed to be the world's smallest manual gearbox, the M65. The previous record holder was also a Volvo gearbox, the M56 developed to fit the wide 5 cylinder transverse engine first used in the 850 series cars.[6] Thirdly, the S80 was the world's first car with an environmental specification, covering aspects such as those directly relating to the car such as allergens from textiles and fuel economy and the life cycle of the car from production to dismantling.[7]

For Volvo, the S80 was a major step forward into the age of modern car design, particularly with the use of multiplex wiring.[8] It is said that the S80 has more than 40 onboard computers, with at least one in every door. A popular expression says there's more electronics in the S80 than in the F15 fighter.

The S80 was initially available with four different engines. Starting the range was a detuned 2.4-litre 140 hp 5-cylinder. This was also available as a CNG and as an LPG version. The fully tuned version produced 170 PS (125 kW). Next up was a 2.9 L 196 PS (144 kW) 6-cylinder, then 272 PS (200 kW) T6 and finally, the 140 PS (102 kW) 2.5 L TDI (diesel). The 2.9 has a Straight-6 engine while the T6 was powered by a destroked twin-turbocharged version.[4] In 2000 there was the addition of the 200 hp (149 kW) 2.5T, available with standard all-wheel drive. The 2.5T model featured a light-pressure turbocharger. Late 2001 introduced the 163 PS (120 kW) 5 cylinder common rail diesel D5, detuned to 130 PS (96 kW) and sold as 2.4D in some markets.[2][9] In some European countries the entry level S80 came with a 2.0 litre five-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 182 PS. These were sold in countries where larger capacity engines were penalized by heavy taxes. Minor exterior design changes occurred between 2003 and 2004 versions, notably front grille styling (in pre-2004 version (pictured above), it has vertical metallic pattern - herited from 960 series - , while in 2004 (pictured right) a gray plastic brick-wall pattern was introduced).

[edit] Engines
Year Model Displacement Engine Fuel Power Torque
1998 – 2006 2.4 (140) 2435 cc I5 Petrol 103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) 220 N·m (162 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2006 2.4 2435 cc I5 Petrol 125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) 225 N·m (166 ft·lbf)
2000 – 2006 2.0T 1984 cc LPT I5 Petrol (132 kW (180 PS; 178 hp) 280 N·m (207 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2003 2.4T 2435 cc LPT I5 Petrol 147 kW (200 PS; 197 hp) 285 N·m (236 ft·lbf)
2003 – 2006 2.5T 2521 cc LPT I5 Petrol 155 kW (211 PS; 208 hp) 320 N·m (236 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2001 2.9 2922 cc I6 Petrol 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) 280 N·m (207 ft·lbf)
1991 – 2004 2.9 2922 cc I6 Petrol 144 kW (196 PS; 193 hp) 280 N·m (207 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2001 T6 2783 cc twin-turbo I6 Petrol 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp) 380 N·m (280 ft·lbf)
2001 – 2006 T6 2922 cc twin-turbo I6 Petrol 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp) 380 N·m (280 ft·lbf)
1998 – 2001 TDI (Audi engine) 2460 cc turbocharged I5 Diesel 102 kW (139 PS; 137 hp) 280 N·m (206 ft·lbf)
2001 – 2006 2.4D 2401 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 96 kW (131 PS; 129 hp) 280 N·m (206 ft·lbf)
2001 – 2006 D5 2401 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) 340 N·m (250 ft·lbf)

[edit] Second generation
Second generation
Production 2006–present
Platform Y20 platform
Engine(s) 1.6L (4cyl diesel), 2.0L (4cyl), 2.0L (Flexifuel, 4-cyl), 2.0L (4cyl diesel), 2.5 L I5 LPT
3.0/3.2 L I6
4.4 L Yamaha V8
2.4 L I5 turbodiesel
Transmission(s) 6-speed automatic
6-speed manual
Wheelbase 2,835 mm (111.6 in)
Length 4,849 mm (190.9 in), 4989mm? (S80L), 5000+mm? (S80R)
Width 1,861 mm (73.3 in)
Height 1,490 mm (58.7 in)
Fuel capacity 70 l (15.4 imp gal; 18.5 US gal)
Related Volvo V70
Land Rover Freelander
Ford Mondeo
On January 31, 2006, Volvo unveiled the first pictures of the second generation S80. Generally all features of the car were upgraded substantially. The new S80 will feature a new 3.2 L straight-6 or 4.4 L V8 engine in combination with available four-wheel drive. The second-generation S80 is the first Volvo sedan model to become available with Volvo's compact, transversely fitted V8 with a power output of 315 PS (232 kW; 311 hp) and 440 N·m (320 lb·ft) of torque developed jointly by Volvo Cars engine unit Skövde and Yamaha but built by Yamaha of Japan. With four catalytic converters and advanced electronics, this engine, which was first introduced in the Volvo XC90, is one of the cleanest V8s on the market. The exterior is similar to that of the first generation but is greatly improved with more high strength boron steel in the body for safety. The interior is seen as one of the most comfortable in the automotive industry.

This second generation S80 is no exception to Volvo's on going improvements and inventions of safety. The second generation S80 has been given the IIHS 2007 Top Safety Pick Award in overall safety protection. Also again in November the IIHS awarded the 2008 Volvo S80 with Top Safety Award. This S80 performed outstandingly above its German and Japanese rivals. Scores were perfect for frontal, side, and rear impacts. The car was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, and sales began on June 2006. The new S80 is based on the Ford EUCD platform (called P24 by Volvo), also used for vehicles including Ford's S-MAX, Mondeo and Galaxy large MPVs.[10] Some of these Ford vehicles, whilst sharing this platform, and some parts, are distincly different from each other as they compete in different auto market segments. Volvo vehicles on this platform tend to use more high tech parts and more expensive underpinnings.

Volvo's Personal Car Communicator (PCC) remote control will also be an optional feature with the new S80. This feature is fairly new to the automotive industry. Before a driver gets to their car, they are able to review the security level and know whether they have set the alarm and if the car is locked. Additionally, there is a heartbeat sensor that warns if someone is hiding inside the car.


Blind spot detector on side mirrors.The all new S80 is the first Volvo model to feature Adaptive cruise control (ACC) with Collision Warning and Brake Support (CWBS). Adaptive cruise control helps ensure comfort and relaxed driving by letting the driver select the desired speed and the minimum time gap to the vehicle in front of them. When a radar sensor detects a slower vehicle in front of them, Adaptive Cruise Control adapts to that vehicle by applying the brakes as necessary. As the Collision Warning System senses an impending collision, it alerts with a flashing light on the windshield and an audible alarm. Meanwhile Brake Support offers additional assistance by preparing the braking system so that the car can begin stopping faster and avoid a potentially dangerous situation before it happens. Volvo S80 is also available with a new safety innovation called Blind Spot Information System (BLIS, first seen in Volvo S40) which senses when a person enters the drivers blind spot and Active Bi-Xenon Lights (ABL) to illuminate around curves in the dark. Volvo is known for making historic strides in the production of intuitive new safety systems. BLIS system has been recently introduced at Mercedes-Benz's higher specification cars, nearly two years after Volvo.[11] The second generation Volvo S80 is much more luxurious than the previous generation, and it flaunts its "Scandinavian Luxury" design language. The second generation S80 has already won awards in best mid size luxury sedan interior.[12]

[edit] Engines
Year Model Displacement Engine Fuel Power Torque CO2 emissions/km
2006- V8 4414 cc V8 Petrol 232 kW (315 PS; 311 hp) 440 N·m (320 lb·ft)
2006- 3.2 3192 cc I6 Petrol 175 kW (238 PS; 235 hp) 320 N·m (240 lb·ft)
2008- T6 2953 cc I6 Petrol 210 kW (285 PS; 281 hp) 400 N·m (300 lb·ft)
2006-2009 2.5T 2521 cc LPT I5 Petrol 147 kW (200 PS; 197 hp) 300 N·m (220 lb·ft)
2008-2009 2.5FT 2521 cc LPT I5 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 147 kW (200 PS; 197 hp) 300 N·m (220 lb·ft)
2008-2009 2.0 1999 cc I4 Petrol 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 185 N·m (136 lb·ft)
2008-2009 2.0F 1999 cc I4 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 185 N·m (136 lb·ft)
2009- 2.0 1999 cc I4 Petrol 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 190 N·m (140 lb·ft)
2009- 2.0F 1999 cc I4 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 107 kW (145 PS; 143 hp) 190 N·m (140 lb·ft)
2009- D5 2400 cc twin-turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 151 kW (205 PS; 202 hp) 420 N·m (310 lb·ft)
2009- 2.4D 2400 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 129 kW (175 PS; 173 hp) 420 N·m (310 lb·ft)
2006-2009 D5 2400 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 136 kW (185 PS; 182 hp) 400 N·m (300 lb·ft)
2006-2009 2.4D 2400 cc turbocharged common rail I5 Diesel 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) 340 N·m (250 lb·ft)
2008- 2.0D 1997 cc turbocharged common rail I4 Diesel 100 kW (136 PS; 134 hp) 320 N·m (240 lb·ft)
2009- 1.6D DRIVe 1560 cc turbocharged common rail I4 Diesel 80 kW (109 PS; 107 hp) 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) 129g
2009- 2.5T 2521 cc LPT I5 Petrol 170 kW (231 PS; 228 hp) 340 N·m (250 lb·ft)
2009- 2.5FT 2521 cc LPT I5 E85/Petrol FlexiFuel 170 kW (231 PS; 228 hp) 340 N·m (250 lb·ft)

[edit] S80L
A long wheelbase version manufactured in China, called the Volvo S80L, was launched locally in November 2008. It is 140 mm (5.5 in) longer, to increase rear passenger legroom.[13]

[edit] 2010 update
New features include a choice of 5-cylinder 2.4L D5 twin turbo diesel, 2.4L diesel, or 1.6L diesel engine. Also the 2.5T and 2.5FT were modified to produce more power and have a lower fuel consumption. The car's exterior was modified to give the S80 a lower, longer and wider stance. More chrome trim were added to the front, the rear end the doors to look like the S80 Executive. The 2010 Volvo S80 facelift also comes with a choice between a comfort-enhancing standard chassis or a sport one that offers better handling dynamics. The 2010 S80 will be available with a S80 R-design interior package to give the inside a sportier look. The interior package contains a new sports steering wheel, sports pedals, Dynamic leather seats, sports gearshift knob and a new combi instrument with blue background.

The car was unveiled in 2009 Geneva Motor Show.[14]

[edit] See also
Volvo ECC
[edit] References
^ IIHS S80 Report
^ a b Volvo 2003 S80 Specification
^ Volvo Owners Club UK S80 production data
^ a b c Volvo Owners Club UK Summary of S80 Launch Press Release
^ Austin Rover.co.uk E series engines
^ Volvo Owners Club UK M65 Gearbox Press Release
^ Volvo Owners Club UK S80 Environment Press Release
^ Volvo Early S80 Press Release
^ Volvo S80 1999 Specifications
^ Wim Oude Weernink and Bradford Wernle. "Building Blocks: Ford learns a lesson from Lego". AutoWeek. http://autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ar...024/LATESTNEWS. Retrieved March 30 2006.
^ Tech Watch: Mercedes-Benz Ups the Safety Ante With New Blind-Spot Assist
^ Volvo S80 (06-) 3.2 SE Sport 4dr Saloon - Autocar.co.uk
^ Volvo S80L long wheelbase launched in China
^ Geneva Preview: Volvo readies updated S80 for Swiss debut
[edit] External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Volvo S80
Volvo S80 - Official International Volvo S80 Site
Nilsson Special Vehicles - Special vehicles such as limousines based on the Volvo S80 chassis

THIS IS FOR THE NEW V70 AND NEW S80 I.E 2ND GEN S80 AND 3RD GEN V70

WTF have I started ?

[T5ER]

oh look the xc90 has the same platform as the 1ST GEN S80 ????? strange

The Volvo XC90 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Volvo Cars since it was unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show 2002. It is based on the P2 platform, shared with the first generation Volvo S80 and other large Volvo cars. As Volvo's top-selling vehicle in the United States, the XC90 is also Volvo's best selling model worldwide with 85,994 cars sold in 2005.

At its launch as a 2003 model, it was presented with a choice of two models, the 2.5T and the T6. The 2.5T was the entry level version and offered a 2.5L 20 valve turbocharged inline 5 engine putting out 210 hp (160 kW; 210 PS) and 236 ft·lbf (320 N·m) mated to an Aisin co-developed AW55-50/51 5 speed automatic. The T6 offered a 2.9L 24 valve twin turbocharged inline 6 with 272 hp (203 kW; 276 PS) and 280 ft·lbf (380 N·m) mated to a GM-sourced, Volvo modified 4T65EV/GT 4 speed automatic. While the 2.5T came standard with front wheel drive, a Haldex Traction all wheel drive system was optional. The T6 was offered only with the AWD system.

A new Ford/Yamaha V8 engine was added in 2005. This 4.4 L Volvo V8 engine produces 311 hp (232 kW; 315 PS) and 325 ft·lbf (441 N·m) of torque. The XC90 V8 will be priced at just over US$45,000 and it is expected that more than 15,000 would be sold per year.

The XC90 won the North American Car of the Year award and Motor Trend magazine's Sport/Utility of the Year for 2003.

The XC90 was updated for 2007 with a restyled front and rear and a revised interior. The 235 hp (175 kW; 238 PS) 3.2 L SI6 straight-6 engine replaced the 208 hp (155 kW; 211 PS) B524T2 straight-5 in the base model for the US market. The 2007 XC90 debuted in April 2006 at the New York Auto Show.

The XC90 is produced at Volvo's Torslanda Plant (Torslandaverken) in Sweden.

Contents [hide]
1 Safety
2 Reliability
3 The 2007 recall
4 Second generation
5 References
6 External links


[edit] Safety

2004-2006 Volvo XC90 photographed in USA.The XC90 is also known for the world's best performance in the SUV roll over test in 1997- 2009 (now), as many other premium brands neglect to test this feature on their models.[citation needed] The Volvo XC90 front end is specifically designed to absorb frontal impacts and also deflect any pedestrians up on to the hood of the vehicle rather than underneath the bonnet. Volvo has patented the unique frontal structure that has renowned crumple zones, and a pre-determined positions for the engine and other ancillaries during a frontal impact.[citation needed]

The XC90's roof is reinforced with ultra high strength steel to help prevent a collapse in the passenger cavity in the event of a roll over. This Volvo system is called ROPS, and is closely associated with the RSC, DSTC, and SIPS systems of Volvo to prevent and ultimately minimize effects of a pending accident.

This Volvo SUV has been designed on the rear end to absorb impact energy, but the occupants are also protected by one of the world's most advanced whiplash protection systems. This Volvo WHIPS system cradles the entire body of the occupants when jolted in a rear end collision.

The XC90 has scored the highest rating of "Good" in the IIHS crash test; notably the rear impact, side impact, and roll over for several years since its debut and most recently on.[citation needed] This has earned the XC90 a IIHS Top Safety Pick.

[edit] Reliability
Many owners of the T6 variant have reported very early transmission failures, many before 60,000 miles (97,000 km).[1][2][3] Some owners have reportedly gone through two transmissions in that time.[4] The GM-sourced 4T65EV/GT transmissions usually show symptoms of failure by suddenly slipping while in gear. There has not been a recall for this issue, but the faults are widely known and documented. Various causes have been claimed, ranging from engine coolant entering the transmission fluid to problems arising from Volvo's modification of the original GM valve body[5] unit inside the transmission, but none have been substantiated. Non-GM sourced transmissions have not suffered unusual failings of this type.

[edit] The 2007 recall
At the end of July 2007, Volvo Car Corp. announced the recall of 42,211 2005 year XC90's in order to check their batteries to avoid the risk of an internal short circuit and fire. The vehicles were manufactured in the Swedish Torslandaverken between June 7, 2004 and May 13, 2005.[6] The recall only applies to cars in the U.S. and Canada.[7] There have been no reports of short circuiting in the vehicles.

[edit] Second generation
The updated XC90 that was scheduled for 2010 introduction, has been canceled. Instead, the current model will undergo a facelift that will keep it on the market until 2012.[8] Volvo has stated that the second generation XC90 is not canceled altogether[9], as rumored, but its introduction could be delayed. The next generation was sent back to the engineering board to improve the vehicles weight, handling, and most important of all, its fuel efficiency. Volvo engineers will improve on engine fuel efficiency through the use of hybrid technology and other innovations such as start-stop technology. The 2012 XC90 will borrow heavily from the design of the current XC60. The vehicle will feature a larger third row seat. Also, it can be expected that the vehicle will have an optional panoramic sunroof.

[edit] References
^ "Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission - CarSpace Automotive Forums". Townhall-talk.edmunds.com. http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f18a651/9. Retrieved 2009-07-21.
^ "2003 Volvo XC90 T6 Comments (r69842), Page 4". Carsurvey.org. http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/vol...mments/page-4/. Retrieved 2009-07-21.
^ [1][dead link]
^ "2003 Volvo XC90 T6 Comments (r69842), Page 5". Carsurvey.org. http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/vol...mments/page-5/. Retrieved 2009-07-21.
^ "Common Faults and Diagnosis Volvo And Saab". Swedeserve.com.au. http://www.swedeserve.com.au/fault-finding.htm. Retrieved 2009-07-21.
^ "Volvo recalls SUVs due to fire risk". Bloomberg News / The Arizona Republic. 2007-07-25. http://www.azcentral.com/business/co...call25-ON.html. Retrieved 2007-07-27.
^ Volvo to recall 42,000 cars in North America because of short circuit risk - International Herald Tribune
^ SUVs are in their death throes - Dec. 18, 2007
^ New Volvo XC90 will arrive in 2012 - Newemotion 05.29.2009
[edit] External links


so does this mean then that the S80/V70 and xc90 are all the same car then

[cornclose]

Unforgettable, that's what you are
Unforgettable, though near or far
Like a song of love that clings to me
How the thought of you repulses me
Never before has someone been more... erm...

[But is it really a Volvo?]

Look in a mirror, if you recognize who you see in it, congratulations! You've just qualified!

Well, if I had to look at an idiot, I'd rather it were me than you.
No offence like.

[thebadger]

None taken, I'd rather you were out of sight at all times...

[But is it really a Volvo?]

None taken, I'd rather you were out of sight at all times...

Some say I'm pretty outa sight.
Others say I designed the V70 (from scratch).

All I know is I'm called .... But is it really a Volvo?