The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Automatic
Automatic
Engine:
2.5 Petrol
2.5 Petrol
Performance
Power:
200 HP
231 HP
Torque:
300 NM
340 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
8 seconds
7.9 seconds
Volvo S80 engine produces 31 HP less power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 40 NM less than Volvo V70. Due to the lower power, Volvo S80 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.0
9.7
Real fuel consumption:
10.2 l/100km
14.0 l/100km
The Volvo S80 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Volvo S80 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo S80 could require 45 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volvo S80 consumes 3.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
700 km in combined cycle
720 km in combined cycle
680 km with real consumption
500 km with real consumption
Ground clearance:
148 mm (5.8 inches)
151 mm (5.9 inches)
Dimensions
Length:
4.85 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.49 m
1.54 m
Volvo S80 is 3 cm longer than the Volvo V70, width is practically the same , while the height of Volvo S80 is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
480 litres
575 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S80 has 95 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70. This could mean that the Volvo S80 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo S80 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means Volvo S80 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
