2016
Volvo S80

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    25 City / 37 Hwy
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    5
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    $48,375
    25 City / 37 Hwy
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    5
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    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
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Notable features

Heated front seats, sunroof now standard
Configurable digital instrument panel
240-hp, turbo four-cylinder engine
Eight-speed automatic transmission

The good & the bad

The good

Estimated gas mileage
Luxurious interior
Many high-end safety features available

The bad

Trunk space is tight
Backseat a bit cramped
Dull exterior styling
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Expert 2016 Volvo S80 review

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Vehicle Overview

The five-seat S80 is Volvo’s flagship full-size sedan. It was mildly restyled in 2014 and competes with the Acura RLX, Audi A6 and Hyundai Genesis sedan.
New for 2016
Volvo has trimmed the S80 lineup, eliminating the turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine and all-wheel-drive option. Remaining is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that works with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Heated front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and a power moonroof are now standard.
Significant Standard Features

  • 240-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with stop-start technology
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Power moonroof
  • LED daytime running lights
  • Leather upholstery
  • Power front seats
  • Walnut trim 
  • Configurable digital gauge cluster
  • Multimedia system with 7-inch screen
  • City Safety collision avoidance system
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Heated windshield
  • Heated rear seats, ventilated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Harmon Kardon premium audio system
  • Backup camera
  • Collision warning with automatic braking and pedestrian and cyclist detection
  • Lane departure warning
  • Blind spot warning system

2016 Volvo S80 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The five-seat S80 is Volvo’s flagship full-size sedan. It was mildly restyled in 2014 and competes with the Acura RLX, Audi A6 and Hyundai Genesis sedan.
New for 2016
Volvo has trimmed the S80 lineup, eliminating the turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine and all-wheel-drive option. Remaining is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that works with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Heated front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and a power moonroof are now standard.
Significant Standard Features

  • 240-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with stop-start technology
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Power moonroof
  • LED daytime running lights
  • Leather upholstery
  • Power front seats
  • Walnut trim 
  • Configurable digital gauge cluster
  • Multimedia system with 7-inch screen
  • City Safety collision avoidance system
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Heated windshield
  • Heated rear seats, ventilated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Harmon Kardon premium audio system
  • Backup camera
  • Collision warning with automatic braking and pedestrian and cyclist detection
  • Lane departure warning
  • Blind spot warning system

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 30,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
5 years / unlimited miles , upgradeable up to 10 years
Dealer certification
170- plus point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.1
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By LoyalVolvoOwner915 from MA
    Owns this car
    June 26, 2020

    I love my Volvo!

    Car drives great, most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car. Interior quality is good and car has not broken down in 4 years and 80K miles. Have always been a Toyota person but I have been converted to a loyal Volvo owner.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Hacky from Richfield,PA
    Owns this car
    April 3, 2019

    Nicest car I ever owned

    Car has all the bells and whistles.All the safety features you could ever need and gets great gas mileage. Very comfortable to drive and great sound system.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Judge Dave from Ventura, CA
    Owns this car
    March 12, 2018

    My 4th Volvo & The Best of All

    I've owned 3 Volvos before this one & drove each 1mto around 150K moles or more without any (repeat: ANY) mechanical problems of any kind. My new S80 now has 24K miles & is the best one yet. It gets 37+ mpg on the road, 24+ mpg around town is comfortable to ride in and an easy delight to drive. Volvo & it's dealers really take care of you & are also delightful to deal with. I can afford whatever car I choose but for almost 50 years it's been nothing but Volvos. I've never been disappointed.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Stu from Anna, TX
    Test drove this car
    January 10, 2018

    Great ride and safe

    Smooth ride, luxury interior, good tech, safety. Handles very well and has awesome gas mileage - 37+ MPG on the highways.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By S80x2
    Owns this car
    November 11, 2017

    Devoted S80 Fan

    I loved my 2007 S80 so much that I bought a 2016. I'm not a race car driver, so the performance is completely adequate. Others may complain about the dashboard full of real buttons, but sorry, I don't like having to swipe through several on-screen menus just to turn on my seat heaters. Safe as a back vault, and dependable as the sunrise. And btw, if you are l order the climate package, you get an electrically heated windshield. Go find a feature like that on any other car - just don't hold your breath. This is the short of Volvo ingenuity that keeps me coming back.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Cpalackal93 from PA
    Owns this car
    September 18, 2017

    Reliable, great simple car.

    I was able to test drive a 2016 Volvo S 60 that was fully loaded. The vehicle was a delight to drive, very comfortable. However The interior design could use an update. There is center console full of buttons and a now smaller navigation screen as compared to other 2016 vehicles. Nevertheless, the vehicle does feel very sturdy and seems to be very reliable. In terms of the price point, the vehicle is a steal. It is hard to find another vehicle at this price point that delivers the proper comfort And required technologies today.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
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  • By Kennethpa from PA
    Owns this car
    August 14, 2017

    The most comfortable seats

    The most comfortable seat , great safety features, easy to maintain,great to drive on the highway!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By ag100 from delray beach fl
    Owns this car
    October 5, 2016

    best luxury car for the money

    after looking many months for a good luxury car i found the volvo s80 was the best value for the money in the luxury car market. none of the other could match the security and reliability of the volvo. i have it for about two months now and it;s one of the best car i ever owned.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Aziz
    Owns this car
    July 5, 2015

    Love it

    Very comfortable Powerful Rich material I have been driving lots of other brands, yet this is the one that I loved most
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Volvo S80?

The 2016 Volvo S80 is available in 2 trim levels:

  • T5 Drive-E (1 style)
  • T5 Drive-E Platinum (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Volvo S80?

The 2016 Volvo S80 offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 37 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Volvo S80 reliable?

The 2016 Volvo S80 has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Volvo S80 owners.

Is the 2016 Volvo S80 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Volvo S80. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
  • Comfort: 5.0
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.1
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.7

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