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    Volvo S80 - model year 2016

    Volvo S80 - model year 2016   A number of exterior design cues reinforce the sophisticated contemporary presence of the Volvo S80. The flagship sedan radiates elegant design and attention to detail. The S80 is available with two four-cylinder engines from the Drive-E engine family: the turbo diesel D4 and the petrol turbo T5. Fuel consumption is down to 3.9 l/100 km (102 g CO\2\ per km) in the D4 version.   DESIGN Wider and Lower The front and rear bumpers create a ‘stretched' effect to make the S80 look wide and low. The rectangular Daytime Running Lights at the front

    Volvo Cars earns top result in 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick+

    Volvo Cars earns top result in 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick+    · Four Volvo models tested by IIHS – four models awarded Top Safety Pick+   Volvo Cars has once again performed very well in the annual IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Awards. In this year's honours list four Volvo cars made the Top Safety Pick+ grade: the S60, V60, S80 and XC60. Volvo Cars was the only European brand with more than two models on the list. “Volvo Cars' commitment to real-life safety and our Vision 2020, which states that no one should be killed or seriously injured in or by a new Volvo car, underlines our

    Volvo S80 - model year 2015

    Volvo S80 - model year 2015   A number of exterior design cues reinforce the sophisticated contemporary presence of the Volvo S80, which was refreshed in 2013. The development work has focused on enhancing the elegant, sophisticated design and attention to detail. The new S80 is available with two four-cylinder engines from the all-new Drive-E engine family: the turbo diesel D4 and the petrol turbo T5. Fuel consumption is down to class-leading 3.9 l/100 km (102 g CO\2\ per km) in the all-new D4 version.   DESIGN Wider and Lower The front and rear bumpers create a ‘

    Volvo Cars introduces luxurious interior package for the model year 2015 line-up

    Volvo Cars introduces luxurious interior package for the model year 2015 line-up   A wider choice of personalisation possibilities is in sharp focus when Volvo Car Group presents the new model year 2015 line-up. Buyers of the Volvo XC60, V70, XC70 and S80 can order a stunning interior upgrade with the new luxurious Inscription package.   Inscription package “The Inscription package offers consumers a complete luxury upgrade of the interior. It is perfectly in line with our aim to move Volvo towards a more premium brand position,” says Anders H. Gustavsson, Vice President VLM

    Global rating results confirm Volvo Cars’ leading safety position

    Global rating results confirm Volvo Cars’ leading safety position   Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) keeps on moving towards the vision that by 2020, nobody should be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo. In 2013, top results from independent rating institutes all over the world emphasised that the company remains on top when it comes to automotive safety.   The most recent rating result is an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for the Volvo S80 in the United States. During 2013, sales of Volvo cars equipped with systems for automatic braking also passed the one million mark.   “

    Volvo S80 awarded a 2014 Top Safety Pick+ by IIHS

    Volvo S80 awarded a 2014 Top Safety Pick+ by IIHS   The Volvo S80 sedan has earned a 2014 Top Safety Pick+ accolade by the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Previously, the Volvo S60, XC60 and XC90 received a 2013 Top Safety Pick+ ranking, when IIHS extended its scope by integrating the small overlap test in 2012.   The S80 Top Safety Pick+ results include good performance in the small overlap front test, which replicates what happens when the front corner of a vehicle strikes another vehicle or object, such as a tree or a utility pole – a very severe crash

    Volvo S80 - model year 2014

    Volvo S80 - model year 2014   A number of new exterior design cues reinforce the sophisticated contemporary presence of the new Volvo S80. The development work has focused on enhancing the elegant, sophisticated design and attention to detail. Volvo Car Group’s two-litre, four-cylinder Drive-E engine family is launched in the autumn of 2013. Initially, the new S80 is available with the new turbo diesel D4 and the petrol turbo T5. The new S80 features the groundbreaking Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with full auto brake - and fuel consumption is down to class-leading 3.9 l/100 km (

    The new Volvo Drive-E powertrain family – world-leading engine output versus CO2 emissions

    The new Volvo Drive-E powertrain family – world-leading engine output versus CO\2\ emissions   Volvo Car Group’s new two-litre, four-cylinder Drive-E powertrain family (formerly known as VEA) can truly be considered as offering customers a world-class blend of drivability and low CO\2 \emissions. The Volvo S60 T6 with 306 horsepower and the new 8-speed automatic is the first car in this segment that delivers over two horsepower per gram CO\2 \from a combustion engine only – and the D4 with 181 horsepower and manual gearbox is the first diesel car on this power level in the premium D-

    The new Volvo S80, V70 and XC70: Exclusive sophistication on a new level

    The new Volvo S80, V70 and XC70: Exclusive sophistication on a new level ·Focus on elegant, sophisticated design and attention to detail ·New Drive-E powertrains ·New, intuitive Sensus Connected Touch system ·Enhanced IntelliSafe systems ·Active High Beam Control for more relaxed driving at night “The new features in the new Volvo S80, V70 and XC70 are based on our human-centric approach, which has been a Volvo hallmark for more than 85 years. They take the elegant sophistication of our largest models to a new level”, says Lex Kerssemakers, Senior

    Volvo Cars’ new Drive-E Powertrains – efficient driving pleasure with world-first technologies

    Volvo Cars’ new Drive-E Powertrains – efficient driving pleasure with world-first technologies   Volvo Cars’ new Drive-E range of powertrains (formerly known as VEA) takes efficient driving pleasure to a new dimension in which the number of cylinders is no longer important to describe power and drivability. The first three engines from the two-litre, four-cylinder Drive-E powertrain family will be launched in autumn 2013. The diesel version features world-first i-Art technology, and the most powerful petrol version comes with a class-leading combination of a compressor and a

    Volvo Car Group starts production of a new engine family

    Volvo Car Group starts production of a new engine family   Volvo Car Group is now starting production of the first engine variants in the new, high-efficiency four-cylinder engine family. The development and production take place in-house at Volvo Car Group and form a vital part of the company's strategy for independence.   The strategy of four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines and driveline electrification is the path that Volvo Cars has chosen for the future. With total control over the development and production of engines and drivelines and by reducing the number of engine

    Global safety rating results confirm Volvo Cars' safety leadership

    Global safety rating results confirm Volvo Cars' safety leadership   Every year is a safety year at Volvo Cars. The company is working towards the vision that by 2020, nobody should be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo - and data from independent rating institutes all over the world emphasise and reinforce this life-saving philosophy. The most recent results are a Top Safety Pick+ for both the Volvo S60 and XC60 in the United States and an outstanding Best in Class ranking for the all-new Volvo V40 in the Euro NCAP summary for 2012.   "Viewed together, all the top

    Volvo Car Group introduces world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake

    Volvo Car Group introduces world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake   Volvo Car Group has rolled out another Volvo world first in automotive safety. The groundbreaking Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with full auto brake detects and automatically brakes for cyclists swerving out in front of the car.\\   The new functionality is an enhancement of the present detection and auto brake technology. All cars equipped with pedestrian detection will also incorporate cyclist detection. "As the leader in automotive safety, we have been first in the industry with all

    Volvo Cars launches world-first in-dash, voice-activated Spotify through Sensus Connected Touch

    Volvo Cars launches world-first in-dash, voice-activated Spotify through Sensus Connected Touch    Volvo Car Group today launches a ground-breaking integrated, voice activated music system through a partnership with digital music service, Spotify. The solution is fully integrated into the dash through Volvo's Sensus Connected Touch.   Volvo's integration with Spotify is both voice-activated and touch enabled. The new system allows drivers to be able to stream music with a 3G/4G dongle or via the driver's mobile phone connection through their dashboard. Drivers will be able to

    Volvo Cars reveals world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake in Geneva

    Volvo Car Group reveals world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake in Geneva   Doug Speck, Senior Vice President Marketing, Sales and Customer Service at Volvo Car Group, literally rolled out another Volvo world first in automotive safety at a press conference at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show on Tuesday. He introduced the groundbreaking safety feature - a technology that detects and automatically brakes for cyclists swerving out in front of the car - by entering the stage on a bicycle.   The new functionality is an enhancement of the present detection and auto brake

    Volvo S80 - model year 2013

    Volvo S80 - model year 2013   The large and exclusive Volvo S80 sedan blends a distinctive and elegant design, an exclusive interior, a sharp chassis and an upgraded engine range. The 2013 version includes a number of features that further emphasise the company's focus on cars designed around modern car buyers: The diesel offer is extended with a new 5-cylinder, 2.0-litre turbo diesel, all diesel-powered versions have CO\2\ emissions at 120 g/km or below - and the estate can be equipped with the new systems Road Sign Information, Active High Beam and Tunnel Detection. With

    Risk of being injured in a Volvo reduced by 50 percent since year 2000

    Volvo Car Corporation leads the way in car safety: risk of being injured in a Volvo reduced by 50 percent since year 2000   Volvo Car Corporation's determination to build the safest cars in the world has been acknowledged by several independent crash tests during the past year. These results come as no surprise to the company's safety experts.   "Our own, extensive accident data base shows that the risk of being injured in one of our latest car models has been reduced with around 50 percent since the year 2000. And we are working on new technologies that will bring the figure

    Volvos to transport guests of honour to Princess Estelle's christening

    Volvos to transport guests of honour to Princess Estelle's christening   About 500 guests have been invited to attend Princess Estelle's christening in Stockholm's Royal Chapel on 22 May. They will be transported there in 50 cars supplied by Volvo Car Corporation.   At the wedding between Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel in June 2010, Volvo Car Corporation was the official car supplier. 85 white Volvos carried the wedding guests to and from the festivities.   In connection with the christening of Princess Estelle, the guests of honour will be transported in 50

    Volvo Car Corporation reinforces efficiency leadership in MY2013

    Volvo Car Corporation reinforces efficiency leadership with new initiatives in model year 2013   Volvo Car Corporation reinforces its European leadership in fuel efficiency improvement by new CO\2\ initiatives. From model year 2013 the majority of all diesel-powered versions of the Volvo S60, V60, V70 and S80 will have CO\2\ emissions below 120 g/km. All of the larger cars in Volvo's model range can also be equipped with the new systems Road Sign Information, Active High Beam and Tunnel Detection.   "The conventional diesel and petrol power trains continue to play a major role

    Volvo Car Corporation launches automatic DRIVe diesels with the same fuel consumption as manual versions

    Volvo Car Corporation launches automatic DRIVe diesels with the same fuel consumption as manual versions   Volvo Car Corporation is already in the lead among European carmakers when it comes to reducing carbon dioxide emissions - and the journey continues with two new CO\2\ cutting initiatives: · The 1.6-litre diesel combined with automatic Powershift gearbox now comes with the same low fuel consumption and CO\2\ levels as the manual DRIVe versions. · At the same time, CO\2\ emissions from the turbocharged, 1.6-litre T3 petrol engine with manual gearbox are down to 135 g/km.

    Volvo Car Corporation introduces start/stop technology in cars with automatic gearbox

    Volvo Car Corporation introduces start/stop technology in cars with automatic gearbox   Volvo Car Corporation now makes it possible for customers to combine fuel-cutting start/stop technology with an automatic gearbox.The new start/stop technology, which initially is available together with the 2.0-litre D3 turbo diesel, cuts CO\2\ emission with 10 g/km - translated into 0.4 litres less fuel consumption per 100 km.   From early September 2011, the six-speed automatic gearbox with start/stop becomes available in the D3 versions of four Volvo models: S60, V60, V70 and S80. "

    Volvo S80 - model year 2012

    Volvo S80 - model year 2012   Building on great success in key markets, Volvo Cars' large and exclusive sedan model - Volvo S80 - blends a distinctive and elegant design, an exclusive interior, a sharp chassis and upgraded engine range. The atmosphere inside is both more comfortable and luxurious, with a luxurious aura of craftsmanship. In 2011, the Volvo S80 has been upgraded with the latest user-friendly Volvo Sensus infotainment system, enhanced technology that makes driving even safer and more comfortable, and refined drivelines that offer the combination of higher performance

    New Volvo S80 Executive and V70 R-Design - top-of-the-line sedan and sporty estate car

    New Volvo S80 Executive and V70 R-Design - top-of-the-line sedan and sporty estate car   The Volvo S80 and V70 also come in refined special versions that are tailor made for buyers who want a car with that extra exclusive look and individual touch:Volvo S80 Executive features unique details and a very rich content that reinforce its position as Volvo Car Corporation's top-of-the-line sedan. Volvo V70 R-Design gives the elegant estate car a sportier design character. "Both cars are designed around the growing number of people who appreciate the possibility of tailoring their

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