2000 Volvo S80 review from UK and Ireland
"Superb car, Excellent Road holding"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Recall Warning from Volvo for the Cooling System Fan, (it could catch fire) - Volvo fixed free of charge.
Ball joints replaced. Volvo fixed free of charge.
Front Passenger Speaker wiring came loose.
General comments?
No Front screen window heater (which is a problem in the UK's climate).
No alarm if the lights are left on by accident.
Beautiful to drive.
Diesel gives 44 mpg on motorways and nearly 50 mpg otherwise. Outstanding fuel consumption.
Automatic transmission is superb.
Search for New and Used Volvo S80s available in the UK
Click here to advertise your car
Recommended reviews
| Reliable Executive European Car with Comfort and Power |
| 1999 - S80 T6 6 cylinder twin turbo Never buying a Volvo again |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 diesel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 69000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 3rd December, 2004 |