Volvo S80 (98-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Defitenitly below Volvo standards

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Has had a few breakdowns that have added to the costs. Front tyres wear out quickly

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Steering is not very responsive however, one gets used to it.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Responsive gearbox on auto and even more so on manual drive. Turbo lag is imperceptible however, torque steer very pronounced on quick accl. from rest.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Power steering failure at 30000 km, airbag module at 57000 km, abs at 65000 km, aodule

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not much of a factor

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great seats and easy to use controls.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The airbag module malfunctioned at 57000km

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The dealership has been very good, howeve, Volvo customer service (the parent co) is very poor.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    Steering and direction, airbag, brakes

    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