Safety and comfort—and advanced tech features—never get short shrift in the 2010 Volvo S80, but not even a V-8 and all-wheel drive makes it a serious sport sedan.
Overview of 2010 Volvo S80
The 2010 S80 is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, available in 3 trims and MSRP as following:
3.2 — $39,200
T6 AWD — $42,950
V8 AWD — $50,950
Upon introduction, the 3.2 is equipped with a standard 3.2-liter, I6, 235-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. The V8 AWD is equipped with a standard 4.4-liter, V8, 311-horsepower engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2010 S80 is freshened for 2010.

Index of 2010 Volvo S80 Expert Reviews

• thecarconnection—STYLING:The 2010 Volvo S80′s soft, understated exterior and fashionable instrument panel and interior materials should please most shoppers;PERFORMANCE:Performance clearly isn’t the priority for the 2010 Volvo S80, though the T6 or V-8 models will certainly bring satisfying acceleration;QUALITY :Not everyone will love the interior of the 2010 Volvo S80 because of some of the finer design points, but its comfort, spaciousness, and refinement are undeniable;SAFETY:With top-notch traditional crash-test results and some leading-edge technology, the 2010 Volvo S80 absolutely shines when it comes to safety. Its list of available safety features simply can’t be beat;FEATURES:The 2010 Volvo S80 has an options list to satisfy tech-savvy shoppers, lean sport-sedan lovers, or those seeking traditional luxury features.

• Edmunds—”The 2010 Volvo S80 is a sensible alternative to flashier luxury sedans, but its anonymous looks and forgettable driving experience hamper the car’s desirability factor. Pros:Well equipped, impressive safety features, comfortable ride and seats, stylish and functional interior layout. Cons:Unimpressive base engine, forgettable driving experience, awkward navigation system interface.”

Buying Tips:
The editors of TheCarConnection.com consider the optional Dynaudio sound in the S80 one of the best of any premium system. It avoids the overprocessed, all-bass-and-treble effects of some other high-end surround systems.
Competitors Box
* Acura RL
* BMW 5-Series
* Jaguar XF
* Mercedes-Benz E-Class