Overview & Reviews

As a follow-up to the S80 T6 Executive, Volvo has released the T6 Elite, which combines the increased rear legroom, wider rear door openings and interior luxuries of the Executive with the convenience of a rear bench seat, thus providing room for five. Additionally, all S80s will get Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA), enhanced traction control performance and improved throttle management, resulting in quicker response in everyday driving situations. Other improvements include color-coordinated exterior trim (rather than the usual black moldings), an emergency release trunk release handle and the availability of a DVD-based navigation system and xenon headlamps. New exterior color choices are Pearl White and Black Sapphire. To commemorate the 75th anniversary of its first car, Volvo heightens comfort levels for rear-seat passengers with a special trim level. The car's wheelbase is the same, but special door hinges allow for a wider door opening in order to access a roomier rear seat. Executive leather upholstery and a sunshade are standard. A rear-seat entertainment system with dual 7-inch screens can play DVD, television or a video game. Another option is a refrigerator in the rear center armrest. The Special Edition S80 can be distinguished by the body-colored bumpers and moldings.

• Loaded with outstanding safety innovations and features, impressively fast in T6 trim, spacious backseat.

User Reviews:

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  Long Volvo History - 2002 Volvo S80
  By Paul - July 3 - 1:06 am

  We just bought this car as an off- lease Volvo Certified Used Car, trading in a 1996 Volvo 850 with 139,000 miles on it. I also own a 1994 850 with 125,000 miles. This model has great pick-up, is extremely quiet, and has all the luxury "bells-and- whistles" Id ever want! Straight highway Im getting 28 MPG on regular fuel. At almost $3.00 a gallon, thats 50% better than my Nissan SUV.

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  quirky but overall fun to drive - 2002 Volvo S80
  By paul - June 27 - 6:53 pm

  bought this car certified used from a volvo dealership and have had it for a little over a year now and put 20K on it. other than a couple of fuses and other minor electrical problems, i.e., dome light comes on when i hit a pothole, etc, the car rocks! awesome power, maybe too much for front wheel drive but i would never complain about that. i still find the design impressive and this still feels like a sold luxury car. compd to the e class and 5 series, and this totally was no brainer. has been very reliable and never in the shop for anything other than routine maintenance.

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  The worst - 2002 Volvo S80
  By tkatch - February 1 - 10:00 am

  in the shop more than its been on the road.

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  Comfort and Style - 2002 Volvo S80
  By Jude Rafeal - December 10 - 6:56 am

  Replaced transmission under warranty at around 67K miles. Makes me wonder if this car is a keeper. What else might go wrong when it is not under warranty? Otherwise, I like the car very much. I am a Boomer and always wanted a Volvo in college.

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  Well built superior quality - 2002 Volvo S80
  By John D - October 18 - 10:20 am

  Well built, still very happy after 5 years+ of daily usage. 67k miles with zero problems. A pleasure to drive. Good mileage on highways. Everything works fine, distinctive design, swedish engineering.

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  serious machine - 2002 Volvo S80
  By jdm - September 16 - 10:00 am

  price performance is great, one of the best in the bunch. very well built, low noise, great torque. a mercedes-lexus- bmw like with 10-15K$ less.

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  Excellent Car - 2002 Volvo S80
  By Jim T - August 8 - 10:00 am

  Have had this car for less than 2 weeks and already feel it is by far the best car I have ever owned. I traded in a POS 1998 BMW 740i (which i got killed on!) This car rides almost as smoothly as the beemer did, which I think says a lot considering that this is a front wheel drive vehicle. Both interior and exterior styling are incredible. Best of all you wont see a lot of these on the road unlike BMW. Thus, it gives one a feeling of being a little unique.

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  Best car I ever owned! - 2002 Volvo S80
  By mr volvo s80 - July 15 - 6:03 pm

  I drive about 40,000 miles per year. That equates to about 140 miles round trip per day. I considered a 2005 Honda Accord 4dr or Toyota Camry SE, but could not see myself being happy with seats or radio, let alone the exterior styling. So I looked at a certified preowned 2002 Volvo S80 4dr sedan. This car had about 55K miles, and came with a 6yr/100k mile warranty. With the big miles I put on, I felt the better deal was to buy preowned, get a $40K+ car for half the cost of new, plus get the super comfortable seats and safety design that a Volvo is noted for. I am very happy with the experience, reliability, and dealership. I love my volvo and hope to drive it 300,000 miles or more!

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  Luxurious, somewhat fast, yet very problematic - 2002 Volvo S80
  By Thomas Skinner - July 2 - 4:06 am

  When I initially saw this car, I was hooked by the twin turbo inline six that sat under the hood. I took it for a test drive and it was surprised at how quick it was, considering that it was a somewhat obese, front wheel drive luxury car. I needed a "reliable" car to drive on a daily basis (compared to the 40+ year old Datsun I had been driving) and I figured I would go with the S80. It had 160,000 miles on it, which shouldnt be too much right? Only a few days after bringing it home I noticed a whining noise from transmission... Great. Upon doing some research (which I should have done before buying the car) I found out that faulty transmissions are common for them. Although aside from that and the buggy electrical system, its a pretty good car. Its extremely comfortable, the power steering it has makes turning a breeze, and its a nice car to drive. However I wouldnt recommend this car to a friend.

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  Best Car I Will Ever Own - 2002 Volvo S80
  By lauryncox - June 18 - 6:53 pm

  Love this car! Bought used, 113000 miles on it and it runs like new. Had it for a year so far and have only had to get it serviced. Runs better on premium gas - it does last a bit longer than regular though so dont let the price deter you. Great power, runs quiet, beautiful interior, cant imagine owning something better. Only complaint is that when a message like "time for regular service" or "bulb failure" appears on the message board, you have to have it erased when you fix the problem or it stays. Ive gotta say, if thats my biggest problem with this car, its a pretty great car. Great audio too. Highly recommend.