Used Volvo S80 cars for sale

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First launched in 1998, the Volvo S80 represented the first time that Volvo had launched a top-of-the-range saloon with no estate alternative. The car received a lot of positive press at launch for its refined comfort and safety features. It came with a 2.4-litre 5-cylinder petrol engine in 140 and 170bhp forms, a 2.9-litre six, a 2.8 turbo T6 and finally a 2.4 turbo diesel. Originally there was only standard or SE trim, but an S version was introduced in 2000. 2006 saw the arrival of an all-new model with three petrol and two diesel options. In 2010 the economical D3 2.0-litre diesel was introduced along with a 179bhp 2.0-litre T4 petrol engine.

What You Get
The used S80 is a big Volvo. Naturally, it's very safe with multiple airbags, whiplash protection and class-leading impact protection. The long wheelbase means there's plenty of space in the cabin and there are lots of neat touches. The Mk2 models are smarter with less frumpy styling and lots of neat detail touches. Again, there's a spacious cabin with quality materials and carefully designed colour schemes, plus a massive 422-litre boot. Inside is where the Volvo really impresses, the quality of the fixtures and fittings is second to none. It all looks good, feels solid and has obviously had thought put into its design.

How it Drives
Refinement and ride quality are outstanding, and whilst you shouldn't expect a used Volvo S80 to handle like a BMW, it's quite competent and not all that far behind. Petrol engines offer impressive performance, a 2.4T getting to 60mph in 6.9 seconds for example. Diesels are more leisurely, the 1.6 DRIVe taking 11.7 seconds to 60 but it has plenty of torque, so it won't feel too stressed. A 2.0-litre D3 feels livelier with 0-60 in 9.2, not far behind the 2.4 D5 and you should still manage close to 40mpg if driven reasonably gently. A second-hand S80 is safe, comfortable, well made and offers good performance.