Hello All.
I've searched almost the entire 2007-Current S80 thread for something similar to the above title, but was unable to find anything like it... that someone already had written up. If I missed it, I apologize. Last thing I want to do is 'rehash' someone's questions that were already asked.
So, my wife and I will be in the market for another vehicle in the next year or so, and we're happy to say (despite a costly transmission repair to our 06' XC90 V8) that it's likely going to be another Volvo. I've (sort of) narrowed it down to a V70 (even a V70R), which would be more 'practical' for us... for trips up to the cabin, hauling light loads and even somewhere to put a future dog when going away. Then there's the S80, which I very much like the look of, especially the 2007+.
I've gotten some S80 transmission info. already (thanks to Snowin and v95), but I have some more questions and things to bounce off you guys when time permits.
So, here we go:
- I see the V8 model gets high praises from quite a few people here on SS... but what about the AWD 3.2 T6? I'm seeing quite a few more of those for sale. Are there more issues with those to be concerned about when buying? I know Volvo didn't produce as many V8s, but just wondering how folks that have the AWD 3.2 T6 like them. Any pros/cons with this model vs. the V8? This is where you guys come in!
- We have the 4.4L V8 in the XC90 we have (and love it)... and we get pretty decent gas mileage with it, especially for a V8. What are most folks getting for mileage with the V8 S80s? I would assume there's a weight difference between the two, and also aerodynamic differences... so maybe a tad higher?!? I think we average ~22mpg combined (in warmer months) on 87 octane, no 'lead foot' driving.
- Besides the valve body issue with the 2006 S80s and early 07s (if I'm correct), are there any other 'major' known issues to look out for with the V8 S80s? I'm more than confident on that Yamaha engine... but any other things to be aware of?
- I thought I caught someone asking about doing a rear brake job on an S80 here on SS recently, and VIDA/DiCE was mentioned that it was needed... is that true? Why is it needed? I didn't think it would be on something such as a brake job.
- Is there a simple Service Reminder Reset procedure for them? or is a special tool needed (like my 98' S70)? If so, which MY does it apply to?
- Is the Dynaudio option worth holding out for? I've only seen a few comments on it, and folks that have it seem to love it. I wish I would've held out for the in the XC90 we bought, but at the time, the one we bought seemed like a nice vehicle... but the stereo kinda sucks.
- How about other options... like the cooled seats, BLIS system, active cruise control, bi-active Xenons, etc. What do folks like the most? I know the saying goes, "once you have the option you really like it" or something like that. I figure, if I'm buying a car, I'm going to get the options that I want with it since I'm spending the $ and will be spending a good deal of time in it. I want to enjoy at as much as possible.
If there's anything else you guys can think of to share for the S80s during the shopping experience, I would greatly appreciate it. I do like the look of the V70s, and even the S60s... but the 60s are a tad small. I'll check the V70 thread to read up on those.
Take care guys. Thanks for your time.
Gregg
I've searched almost the entire 2007-Current S80 thread for something similar to the above title, but was unable to find anything like it... that someone already had written up. If I missed it, I apologize. Last thing I want to do is 'rehash' someone's questions that were already asked.
So, my wife and I will be in the market for another vehicle in the next year or so, and we're happy to say (despite a costly transmission repair to our 06' XC90 V8) that it's likely going to be another Volvo. I've (sort of) narrowed it down to a V70 (even a V70R), which would be more 'practical' for us... for trips up to the cabin, hauling light loads and even somewhere to put a future dog when going away. Then there's the S80, which I very much like the look of, especially the 2007+.
I've gotten some S80 transmission info. already (thanks to Snowin and v95), but I have some more questions and things to bounce off you guys when time permits.
So, here we go:
- I see the V8 model gets high praises from quite a few people here on SS... but what about the AWD 3.2 T6? I'm seeing quite a few more of those for sale. Are there more issues with those to be concerned about when buying? I know Volvo didn't produce as many V8s, but just wondering how folks that have the AWD 3.2 T6 like them. Any pros/cons with this model vs. the V8? This is where you guys come in!
- We have the 4.4L V8 in the XC90 we have (and love it)... and we get pretty decent gas mileage with it, especially for a V8. What are most folks getting for mileage with the V8 S80s? I would assume there's a weight difference between the two, and also aerodynamic differences... so maybe a tad higher?!? I think we average ~22mpg combined (in warmer months) on 87 octane, no 'lead foot' driving.
- Besides the valve body issue with the 2006 S80s and early 07s (if I'm correct), are there any other 'major' known issues to look out for with the V8 S80s? I'm more than confident on that Yamaha engine... but any other things to be aware of?
- I thought I caught someone asking about doing a rear brake job on an S80 here on SS recently, and VIDA/DiCE was mentioned that it was needed... is that true? Why is it needed? I didn't think it would be on something such as a brake job.
- Is there a simple Service Reminder Reset procedure for them? or is a special tool needed (like my 98' S70)? If so, which MY does it apply to?
- Is the Dynaudio option worth holding out for? I've only seen a few comments on it, and folks that have it seem to love it. I wish I would've held out for the in the XC90 we bought, but at the time, the one we bought seemed like a nice vehicle... but the stereo kinda sucks.
- How about other options... like the cooled seats, BLIS system, active cruise control, bi-active Xenons, etc. What do folks like the most? I know the saying goes, "once you have the option you really like it" or something like that. I figure, if I'm buying a car, I'm going to get the options that I want with it since I'm spending the $ and will be spending a good deal of time in it. I want to enjoy at as much as possible.
If there's anything else you guys can think of to share for the S80s during the shopping experience, I would greatly appreciate it. I do like the look of the V70s, and even the S60s... but the 60s are a tad small. I'll check the V70 thread to read up on those.
Take care guys. Thanks for your time.
Gregg