Volvo S80 (98-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Got a massive discount on a pre-regged petrol model due to demand for new D5.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Servicing costs seem fair, but shop around among dealers.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Supremely comfortable - manual gearbox nice, but not a sports saloon.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    140bhp is torquey to 4000rpm, so not as slow as you might think.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    AC hose blew. Headlight bulb failure.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I think they are pleasantly different to the E-class and 5-series and have more interior space as well.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's a limo.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Well, nobody has nicked it yet.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Evans Halshaw Stockport is always helpful.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    AC hose crimp failed, dumping AC gases.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes