Test drive Volvo S80 2006 - 2008 Sedan
Test drive Volvo S80 V8 AWD Executive
I admit honestly: with the Volvo brand I have a special relationship, I myself have one of the old models of this brand. Therefore, acquaintance with the younger generation promised to be interesting The Blonde Swede White Beauty with a proud expression on her face and the long name Volvo S80 V8 AWD Executive was waiting for us in the parking lot. This color does not go to all cars, but it was this model that the real lady in white looked beautifully! Drops of rain covered her light body and, frankly, it was even sorry to take her to the streets of Moscow in inclement weather, but work is work.
The first sensations are exceptional comfort in the cabin. Volvo cars have always been distinguished by some kind of home interior, convenience from the series everything is at hand and the Volvo S80 V8 did not become
exception. The finish made of light brown leather in combination with wood and chrome looks really luxurious. The most important functions (audio system, on-board computer, mobile phone, cruise control) can be controlled without removing your hands from the steering wheel. Separate climate control works efficiently, but there is no separate heating of the front glass without the participation of the air conditioner, only in the kit, which is not very convenient (and the glass in the rain is very strong). Music enthusiasts will also be pleased with the excellent Dynaudio audio system with a digital amplifier with a capacity of 5? 130 watts with the Surround system. In the niche between the rear seats, we found a refrigerator separation in it can be put a drink and it will remain cool even in the heat. The test car was also equipped with a DVD player and monitors in the head restraints of the front seats will be the rear passengers than to occupy themselves in traffic jams or long trips. 
On the road, the lady in appearance in white turned into a caring mommy: with bulbs near the mirrors warned which row the left or right (BLIS system if the other car is in the dead zone, the system will track it and tell you a light signal); I was restlessly angry with a zummer if someone was approaching too much on the side or behind, well, and a desperate scream with too dangerous (from its point of view) approaching the standing machine can be translated, perhaps like: brakes are more likely a bad head !!! In the Volvo S80, I felt protected as it is really convenient than ever when the car monitors the space around me, only if you drive it all the time, there is a risk of spoiling it is better not to forget to control the situation on your own! 
In general, in the VOLVO S80 V8 movement, a very confidently sort of little tanchik behaves very confidently, to knock down from the course that is very difficult (besides, try knocking a car from the course that has a built -in compass of green icons on the rear -view mirror shows the direction of movement immediately comes. : Course on Zyuid-West!). The stability in the movement characteristic of all Volvo is combined with maneuverability to control the machine is very easy. An incredibly frisky 315-horsepower engine takes the car forward in a matter of seconds, allowing you to perform the right rebuild or maneuver quickly and clearly. The machine operates quite adequately, without obvious delays and failures in power. And the noble roar of the power unit is not annoying, but rather, it delights the hearing all the more so that it does not climb into his ears too much. 
At first glance, a detail, which, nevertheless, pleased: a very convenient, wide steering wheel, perfect for hands. Well, and it is also worth noting a variety of possible adjustments to the steering column and driver's seat a person of any height and complexion will be able to sit down at the wheel with maximum convenience. This model has, perhaps, one drawback: fuel consumption, which with this volume and engine power is understandable, but not everyone will consider it economical. About 13 liters. on the highway and approximately 1718 liters. For a hundred in the city (according to the indications of the on -board computer). For pleasure, as you know, you have to pay. But the pleasure of driving the Volvo S80 V8 AWD Executive is guaranteed to any, not even an experienced driver, this machine combines power and a sense of safety driving.
Male look. Vasily, 21 years: From the first minutes of driving S80 with an atmospheric engine of 4.4 liters, which develops impressive 315 hp. I got the impression - everything in this machine was created for pleasure and safety. You sit in a comfortable chair, set the speed we need on the adaptive cruise of the ACC control, which automatically maintains the distance to the front car, enjoy the excellent sound of the Dynaudio acoustic system with 12 speakers and the Dolby ProLogic II controller with all this is the wheel in the wheel (the main thing is everything -A. Do not forget to follow the road). Well, if we wanted to more active driving, we choose one of the stiffness modes of the suspension, we press on the gas, and now we are already in almost in a sports car, which has retained a large share of comfort. But it should be borne in mind that the consumption of gasoline during active driving reaches 25l100 km!
Body
Body type
sedan
Number of seats
5
Number of doors
4
Transmission
Drive unit
full
Transmission
Automatic
Number of programs
6
Engine
Volume
4.4 (4414 cm3)
engine's type
petrol
Nominal power
232 kW / 315 hp (at 5950 vol./min.)
Dimensions
Height (mm)
1492
Length (mm)
4851
Width (mm)
1861
Clearance (mm)
148
Wheel base (mm)
2835
The volume of the trunk is maximum (liters)
750
Weight
Equipped Masa (kg)
1817
Maximum speed
250
Acceleration time to 100 km/h
6.5
Fuel consumption
City cycle (l/100 km)
18
Country cycle
8.3
The capacity of the fuel tank
70
Price (July 2008): 2.264.600 rub.
Author Natalya Burtovaya
Source: Autolet.ru
