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:
2.4 Diesel
2.4 Diesel
Performance
Power:
185 HP
181 HP
Torque:
400 NM
420 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
9.5 seconds
9.4 seconds
Volvo S80 engine produces 4 HP more power than Volvo V70, but torque is 20 NM less than Volvo V70. Despite the higher power, Volvo S80 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.8
6.2
Real fuel consumption:
7.9 l/100km
7.9 l/100km
The Volvo V70 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo S80 consumes 1.6 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 240 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
890 km in combined cycle
1120 km in combined cycle
1110 km on highway
1400 km on highway
880 km with real consumption
880 km with real consumption
Volvo V70 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Ground clearance:
148 mm (5.8 inches)
150 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.
