Is the Volvo S80 a front wheel drive car?
Six-cylinder Volvo S80s are front-wheel-drive, but all-wheel drive is standard with the V8. This power infusion will undoubtedly improve the S80’s standing among midsize luxury cars, but as in the past, the main reason to consider this sedan is its arsenal of safety technology.
What are the safety features on a 2007 Volvo S80?
Every 2007 Volvo S80 comes with antilock disc brakes, front-seat side airbags (with separate chambers for chest and hip protection), full-length side curtain airbags, anti-whiplash front head restraints, pre-tensioning seatbelts in all five positions and a tire-pressure monitoring system.
Why does my Volvo not start after an accident?
Volvo won’t start after an accident. Your Volvo may not start after an accident. For safety reasons, Volvo designs cars to cut power, fuel and prevent engine start when the car has been involved in an accident. For more help, read this article.
How does adaptive cruise control work on a Volvo S80?
Volvo S80s with the optional Personal Car Communicator are equipped with a heartbeat sensor that lets you know if someone is still in the car after the alarm has been activated. The adaptive cruise control system includes a collision warning that alerts the S80 driver if he is too close to the vehicle in front of him.
When did the Volvo B8444S V8 come out?
The engine first appeared in the Volvo XC90 in 2005, and was used in both that and the second-gen S80 until it was discontinued in 2010. Interestingly, the engine made another appearance in the Noble M600, although it was heavily modified with two turbochargers and custom internals that allowed it to make 650 horsepower.
What was the environmental specification of the Volvo S80?
It featured also an environmental specification, covering aspects such as allergens from textiles, fuel economy and the life cycle of the car from production to dismantling. The S80 used CAN bus multiplexing wiring. The S80 was initially available with four different engines.
What kind of cruise control does the Volvo S80 have?
Volvo’s Personal Car Communicator (PCC) remote control will also be an optional feature with the new S80. The S80 is available with optional adaptive cruise control (ACC) with collision warning with auto brake (CWAB).