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Volvo S80 Saloon (1998-2005) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0
Volvo S80 (98-)
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Volvo S80 (98-)

Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Parkers ratings

Performance

3.5 out of 53.5

Handling

3 out of 53.0

Behind the wheel

3 out of 53.0

Comfort

4 out of 54.0

Running costs

2.5 out of 52.5

Green credentials

2 out of 52.0

Reliability

3.5 out of 53.5

Equipment

3.5 out of 53.5

Safety

4 out of 54.0

Practicality

3 out of 53.0

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