What‘s it? It is definitely an attempt by Volvo to maneuver the S80 from the “quirky alternative” category and closer to its mainstream German rivals. To obtain this the large Swede is treated to some reworked suspension to really make it a far more engaging and sporting drive. All versions, except the Executive, now obtain a “Lowered Dynamic Chassis”, with shortened coil springs (lowered 20 mm front, 15 mm rear ) and higher spring rates. The shocks have an improved damping ability on both extension and compression, as the sub-frame mountings have harder bushes and also the anti-roll bars happen to be strengthened. To match the tweaked suspension Volvo has also introduced more powerful uprated engines, including the company’s new D5 diesel unit. Twin turbochargers of differing sizes (low and high pressure ) replace one blower upon the old D5, increasing power by 20bhp, and giving 310lb ft of torque. CO2 drops from 169g / km to 164g / km and ceramic glow plugs, which warm as much as 1000deg C in a few seconds, improve start-ups and efficiency at low revs. What’s it like? The D5 makes an inspiring five-pot burble and it is a punchy unit inside the low and mid-range. There‘s a healthy plateau of torque between 1500-3250rpm, making for smooth effortless urge until the ability begins to tail off around 4000rpm. The chassis from the S80 is transformed ; gone is that the wallow, replaced using a newfound poise and body control. It is effortless to forget how big the S80 actually is, having a keener turn-in and much reduced body roll. It’s never visiting match a rear-drive BMW for entertainment however the S80 is really a relatively fun method to attack a B-road. Sadly this newfound ability only serves to spotlight the woefully artificial steering, with small inputs all around the straight-ahead having no effect upon the direction from the car. The seats will also be set too high, with insufficient thigh support, and although the gearshift is direct there‘s a rubbery nature to its feel. The honed suspension was always likely going to be harder and also the S80 does get fidgety on bad roads. Should I buy one? Yes, but as long as you continue to need a left field alternative as to the BMW, Mercedes and Audi needs to offer, regardless of the changes. The S80 D5 is given a brand new lease of life, and because of the extra power and fettled chassis, it now includes a whiff of Q car about this. It might not be inside the mainstream yet but it’s almost thus far off.
Volvo S80 2. 4D SE
Saturday, September 6, 2014
Volvo S80 2.4D SE
What‘s it? It is definitely an attempt by Volvo to maneuver the S80 from the “quirky alternative” category and closer to its mainstream German rivals. To obtain this the large Swede is treated to some reworked suspension to really make it a far more engaging and sporting drive. All versions, except the Executive, now obtain a “Lowered Dynamic Chassis”, with shortened coil springs (lowered 20 mm front, 15 mm rear ) and higher spring rates. The shocks have an improved damping ability on both extension and compression, as the sub-frame mountings have harder bushes and also the anti-roll bars happen to be strengthened. To match the tweaked suspension Volvo has also introduced more powerful uprated engines, including the company’s new D5 diesel unit. Twin turbochargers of differing sizes (low and high pressure ) replace one blower upon the old D5, increasing power by 20bhp, and giving 310lb ft of torque. CO2 drops from 169g / km to 164g / km and ceramic glow plugs, which warm as much as 1000deg C in a few seconds, improve start-ups and efficiency at low revs. What’s it like? The D5 makes an inspiring five-pot burble and it is a punchy unit inside the low and mid-range. There‘s a healthy plateau of torque between 1500-3250rpm, making for smooth effortless urge until the ability begins to tail off around 4000rpm. The chassis from the S80 is transformed ; gone is that the wallow, replaced using a newfound poise and body control. It is effortless to forget how big the S80 actually is, having a keener turn-in and much reduced body roll. It’s never visiting match a rear-drive BMW for entertainment however the S80 is really a relatively fun method to attack a B-road. Sadly this newfound ability only serves to spotlight the woefully artificial steering, with small inputs all around the straight-ahead having no effect upon the direction from the car. The seats will also be set too high, with insufficient thigh support, and although the gearshift is direct there‘s a rubbery nature to its feel. The honed suspension was always likely going to be harder and also the S80 does get fidgety on bad roads. Should I buy one? Yes, but as long as you continue to need a left field alternative as to the BMW, Mercedes and Audi needs to offer, regardless of the changes. The S80 D5 is given a brand new lease of life, and because of the extra power and fettled chassis, it now includes a whiff of Q car about this. It might not be inside the mainstream yet but it’s almost thus far off.
Volvo S80 2. 4D SE
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