Volvo S80 (1998-2006) Buying Guide
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by Richard Dredge Volvo's S80 is a mixed bag for used buyers; they're great value compared with most rivals, but not as good to drive. It's also frequently not as well built; there's a surprisingly long list of potential faults to watch out for. However, buy a well-maintained example that has so far proved fault-free, and you could end up with a truly great motorway mile-muncher for amazingly little cash. |
| We Like | We Don't Like |
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| Spacious cabin Safety levels Strong value |
Dynamically indifferent Potential niggly faults High running costs Fidgety ride |
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| 5/98 | S80 supersedes S70, in 2.4, 2.9 and turbocharged 2.8 petrol forms, or 2.5TDi |
| 6/01 | There's now a CNG (compressed natural gas) and LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) options for the 2.4-litre engine. The D5 engine is also now available |
| 12/01 | Turbocharged 2.4-litre petrol engine available |
| 2/03 | Turbocharged 2.0 and 2.5-litre petrol engines now offered in facelifted car, with new nose and tail plus revised interior trim and specification |
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