Volvo S80 (98-05) - Review

Review by Parkers on
Volvo's executive class saloon is a worthy rival to the German class leaders. With excellent equipment and a beautifully designed cabin, the S80 is incredibly sophisticated, safe, subtle and sleek. To emphasise its market position, there's not even an estate version. Like Saab, Volvo has maintained its individuality and solid Swedish sensibilities, but not at the expense of style.
4 out of 5

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Safety

Fully loaded with safety equipment including anti-whiplash headrests and front, side and curtain airbags. It's also fully secured with alarm, immobiliser and deadlocks.

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  • Adult Occupant Rating

    4 out of 5
  • Pedestrian Test Rating

    2 out of 5
3.5 out of 5

Reliability

Standards of reliability are generally very good with this model with very few problems reported. Maintaining servicing will be important.

Car check problem points

Body

Well built, well finished. But it's big so watch where you park it to avoid car park dents.

Engine/Gearbox

Okay so far.

Other

No faults noted.