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Volvo S80 Saloon review

1998 - 2005 (change model)
Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0

At a glance

Price new £21,333 - £39,483
Used prices £540 - £2,917
Road tax cost £190 - £415
Insurance group 27 - 36
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 323 - 774 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Alternative fuel

Pros & cons

PROS

Space, style, safety.

CONS

Firm ride

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019 Updated: 6 June 2019

Overview

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.