The S80 is the flagship sedan in Volvo's lineup. Although very competent, it has suffered from anonymous styling that was overshadowed by its sibling the S60. The latest S80 looks to change that by offering clean, attractive styling and a choice between I6 and V8 power. The inclusion of a V8 should help distinguish the S80, allowing it to better compete with other premium sedan offerings

The 2009 S80 models feature more standard equipment.