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:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.4 Diesel
2.4 Diesel
Performance
Power:
185 HP
163 HP
Torque:
400 NM
340 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
8.9 seconds
9.9 seconds
Volvo S80 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S80 engine produces 22 HP more power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Volvo V70. Thanks to more power Volvo S80 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
6.5
Real fuel consumption:
6.8 l/100km
6.7 l/100km
The Volvo V70 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo S80 consumes 0.4 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 60 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo S80 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1010 km in combined cycle
1070 km in combined cycle
1250 km on highway
1270 km on highway
1020 km with real consumption
1040 km with real consumption
Volvo V70 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Ground clearance:
148 mm (5.8 inches)
143 mm (5.6 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.
