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Volvo S80 facelift 2003 2.9 24V (196 Hp) Automatic
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Volvo S80:
The Volvo S80 is an executive car produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1998 to 2016 across two generations. It took the place of the rear-wheel-drive S90 as Volvo's flagship sedan.
The first generation was made available for the 1999 model year. It has since been built at the Torslanda Works in Gothenburg, Sweden, with a few 1999 model year cars for the North American market built at Volvo's Halifax Assembly plant. Unlike most Volvo models, it did not have a station wagon version for its first generation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2003 Overview:
Volvo S80 (facelift 2003). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1600 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.9 s). The top speed reaches 225 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.9 24V (196 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 2.9L inline-six provides exceptionally smooth and refined power delivery, ideal for comfortable cruising, though not as punchy as the T6.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is on the higher side, reflecting the larger engine displacement and automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional comfort and ride quality
- • High safety standards for its era
- • Spacious and well-built interior
- • Refined engine options (especially 5-cylinders and D5)
- • Strong highway cruiser
Cons:
- • Some engines can feel underpowered (140hp petrol)
- • Automatic transmissions can be slow
- • Fuel economy can be high on larger petrol engines
- • Older models may have electronic gremlins
- • Steering lacks feedback
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(S80: 2001 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | S80 |
| Generation: | facelift 2003 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.9 24V (196 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 196 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 67.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 280 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B6294S2 More details about the engine B6294S2 |
| Engine displacement: | 2922 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.2 kg/Hp, 122.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 175 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1600 |
| Max. weight: | 2090 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1126 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4822 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1832 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1452 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2791 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1548 mm |
| Front overhang: | 964 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1067 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 305 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 288 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/55 R16; 225/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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