2006 Volvo S80

Volvo S80 makes its entry onto the market with a dynamic design language, firm focus on high comfort, smooth driving properties and world-class safety. A V8 engine in combination with four-wheel drive and an entirely new inline-6 are the trims made in the bid to attract the most demanding car buyers. Accordning to Volvo, Luxury, radiates a different, more human prestige by combining aesthetics and technology in an inviting and intelligent way. Scandinavian Luxury differs from traditional luxury, which bases its appeal on being elitist, expensive and excluding.

In the all new Volvo S80, this is expressed through simple yet elegant design, technology that gives the user practical benefit or sheer enjoyment in every single detail – and a sense of responsibility in the form of world-class safety and environmental care. Engine ranges include a V8 and an all new in-line six.

The second-generation S80 is the first sedan model to become available with Volvo's compact, transversely fitted V8 with a power output of 315 horsepower and 440 Nm of torque. With four catalytic converters and advanced electronics, this engine, which was first introduced in the Volvo XC90, is one of the cleanest V8's on the market. Volvo's largest sedan model is available with All-Wheel Drive, initially in combination with the V8 engine. The all new S80 could also come with the active Four-C chassis, which automatically adjusts chassis settings to better suit the current driving conditions.

DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control) is equipped as a standard. The safety level is world-class, among the features are a further developed and patented structure and new active safety systems. The all new S80 will be the first Volvo model to feature Adaptive Cruise Control with Collision Warning and Brake Support. The adaptive cruise control automatically maintains a selected distance to the vehicle in front. If the adaptive cruise control is not being used and the gap to the vehicle in front closes so fast that a collision is likely, the system alerts the driver by activating a buzzer and warning lights. At the same time, the braking system is prepared for the situation to make braking more effective.

The new S80 has active Bi-Xenon headlights that turn the beam of light in the direction of the bending road to provide the best possible visibility. The advanced PCC (Personal Car Communicator) remote control unit is a world first. PCC features a number of intelligent functions. Even before the driver gets to the car, he or she can check the security level, for example if the car is locked or whether the alarm has been activated. A heartbeat sensor warns if someone is hiding inside the car.

The all new Volvo S80 can of course be equipped with Volvo's Premium Sound audio system. A Digital ICE Power amplifier from Alpine, Dolby Pro Logic II Surround and loudspeakers from Dynaudio of Denmark interact to create an audio experience of superb quality.