The acclaimed all-new Volvo S80 will soon be available with a new six-cylinder, 285 bhp T6 performance engine with All Wheel Drive
"The T6 engine adds an extra dimension to the S80 engine range," says Hans Wikman, Vice President Vehicle Line Large Cars at Volvo Cars. "The engine has been programmed to provide the highest possible performance with the lowest possible fuel consumption and exhaust emissions."
The T6 petrol engine is based on the compact 3.2-liter in-line aluminum engine that has been part of the S80 engine range since its 2006 introduction. The turbo version has a displacement of 3.0 liters, producing 285 bhp and no less than 295 lb/ft of torque. Maximum torque is on tap from just 1,500 rpm and remains available all the way up the rev range, resulting in remarkably quick acceleration and smooth drivability.
The somewhat smaller cylinder displacement of the turbo version, owing to the slightly narrower cylinder bore and shorter stroke, is compensated by the turbocharger which in this engine takes in exhaust gases in two stages, with the inflow divided into two lots of three cylinders each, a system known as twin-scroll technology. Twin-scroll technology permits use of a more compact and uncomplicated turbocharger and provides extremely swift response, fully on a par with that from twin turbochargers.
All Wheel Drive with Instant Traction
The T6 model in the Volvo S80 is equipped with Volvo's All Wheel Drive. Using an electronically controlled hydraulic clutch, the AWD system distributes drive between the front and rear wheels to ensure the best possible road grip in all situations. The system features Instant Traction, which shifts drive at lightning speed from the front to the rear wheels when starting on a slippery or loose surface.
S80 3.2 Highlights
- New design presents an aura of elegance and a sense of agile motion
- Full exterior color coordination
- Standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Extremely rigid chassis structure
- Scandinavian luxury interior with super-slim center console, premium leather seating surfaces and real wood inlays
- Power driver’s seat with memory, power passenger’s seat, power moonroof
- New 3.2-liter 24-valve in-line 6-cylinder normally aspirated engine with 235 horsepower and 236 lb.-ft. of torque
- Leather seating surfaces
- Front fog lights
- HomeLink transmitter
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC)
- Real wood inlays
- Six-speed “Geartronic” automatic transmission
- Highly refined ride and handling
- 17-inch “Regor” alloy wheels with 225/50R-17 tires
- High performance sound system with CD, AUX input, MP3 capability, 160-watt amplifier and eight speakers
- Optional Premium Sound Dynaudio, AUX input, MP3 capability, 650-watt amplifier, Dolby Pro-Logic II Surround Sound and 12 speakers
- World first Personal Car Communicator (PCC) includes keyless drive, two-way car communication and heartbeat sensor (optional)
- First Volvo to offer adaptive cruise control with collision warning and brake support (optional)
S80 V8 AWD (adds to 3.2 standard equipment)
- 4.4-liter 32-valve V8 normally aspirated engine with 311 horsepower and 325 lb.-ft. of torque (first V8 Volvo sedan)
- All-Wheel Drive with Instant Traction™
- Electric parking brake
- 17-inch “Meissa” alloy wheels with 245/45R-17 tires
- V8 grille and decklid badges
- Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)
- Visible dual exhaust tips
Climate Package
Heated front seats
Heated windshield washer nozzles
Rainsensor windshield wipers
High-pressure headlight cleaning
Audio Package
Premium Sound Dynaudio, AUX input, MP3 capability, 650-watt amplifier, Dolby Pro-Logic II Surround Sound and 12 speakers
Sirius™ Satellite Radio
Sport Package (Requires Climate Package)
Four-C Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept with three settings
Ventilated front seats with unique perforated seating surfaces
Active Bi-Xenon headlights
Speed-sensitive steering
18-inch “Zubra” alloy wheels with 245/40R-18 performance tires
Other Options
Metallic paint
White Pearlescent paint (V8 only)
Electric Silver paint (V8 only)
Volvo Navigation System with HDD, DVD map data and remote control
17-inch "Canicula" self-supporting run-flat tires
Volvo dual screen rear seat entertainment system
Adaptive cruise control with collision warning and brake support
18-inch “Venator” chrome alloy wheels
Front and rear park assist
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS) with humidity sensor (3.2 only)
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) includes folding rear view mirrors
Personal Car Communicator (PCC) includes Keyless Drive, two-way car communication and heartbeat sensor
Satellite radio preparation
