When did the Volvo S80 front drive come out?
The front-drive S80 arrived in 1999 as Volvos new flagship sedan, replacing the rear-drive S90. Volvo is using the S80s front-drive platform as the basis for the 2001 S60 sedan and V70 station wagon, and parent company Ford is considering using the platform for other new models.
What kind of safety system does the Volvo S80 have?
This S80 was equipped with numerous safety systems, including Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) and Whiplash Protection System WHIPS. The S80 featured a straight-six engine in a transverse engine mounting. No existing manual gearbox would fit in the engine bay with the six-cylinder engine, so Volvo had to develop their own, the M65.
What kind of engine does the Volvo S80L have?
The S80L is a long-wheelbase variant designed and sold only in China. Wheelbase and overall length have been increased by 14 cm. The 2011 version has a wheelbase of 2,975 mm (117.1 in) and is powered by a turbocharged 2.0 or 3.0L engine. The S80L is one of two Volvo models produced under a joint-venture with Changan Ford Mazda Automobile (CFMA).
What’s the adaptive brake light on a Volvo S80?
S80 is also equipped with an adaptive brake light as standard which is active at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h), and can sense the difference between normal and panic braking. Ready alert brakes (RAB) are also available to anticipate severe braking. It prepares for this by moving the brake pads closer to the discs.
How many miles can you put on a Volvo?
The cars remain looking great despite their epic mileages. So, we decided to get owners show how great these cars are by allowing them to display their achievements. This is the listing that started on this web site a few years ago and anyone with a Volvo car that has done over 150,000 miles can add the car to the listing.
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.
Is the 2001 Volvo S40 a good car?
COMPACT, TURBO, LEATHER, SUNROOF, LEATHER, PAINT. VERY PLEASEANT RIDE, VERY CHEAP ON GAS IF YOU PUT PREMIUM 91 RUNS FASTER AND SAVE GAS BELIEVE IT OR NOT, DAYLY CONMUTE LITTLE CAR. I GOT ALL AFTERMARKET PARTS FROM GERMANY MARKETPLACE AND THE VOLVO RUNS GOOD.
How did the 2001 Volvo S80 protect your neck?
You can see from the damage how the design was made to absorb the forces and the head rests worked great in protecting the neck. he and his brother who was also in the car were not hurt, no whiplash or anything. The driver of the car that hit them was hurt the wreck was so bad. Was this review helpful?
Is the 2001 Volvo S80 still for sale?
None for sale nearby. Instead: I bought this car for my 17 year old. It worked great, looked great and ran great until he was smashed hard from behind. The car absorbed the force incredibly.