Volvo S80 - User manual

Volvo S80

THERE’S MORE TO LIFE THAN A VOLVO. THERE’S THE DEDICATION TO ACHIEVEMENT
AND THE LUXURY OF FULFILMENT. THERE’S THE INVESTMENT OF TRUST AND THE
RETURN OF RESPECT. THERE’S THE CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM AND THE COMFORT OF
SECURITY. THERE’S THE LOVE OF BEAUTY AND THE BEAUTY OF LOVE. THERE’S THE
PURSUIT OF DISTINCTION AND THERE’S THE CONFIDENCE OF DRIVING SOMETHING
OTHER THAN ANOTHER CLICHÉ. THAT’S WHY THE VOLVO S80 IS MORE THAN
A LUXURY CAR.

Reward yourself.
Spoil others.
Everybody wins here. Drive the Volvo S80 and reward yourself with the perfect
balance of luxury and intelligence. Enjoy indulgence without extravagance,
performance without pretence and safety without peer. This well-crafted
expression of automotive excellence reflects the quiet confidence of those
who can share their achievements without reservation.
Volvo. for life
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Read more about our safety research at volvocars.co.uk
Volvo safety technology.
Because people are only human.
Cars are driven by people. That’s why all our safety research and development continues to investigate the
capabilities, limitations and tendencies of human nature. This people-centric research is always based on real
situations, and with the vision to create cars that do not crash.
To help you avoid accidents while maintaining the fun of driving, Volvo safety technologies are designed to
support the driver in various situations without unnecessary interference. All these intelligent technologies
share information and interact with split-second precision. Today, a new Volvo can “read” actual situations
and provide optimal support and protection for example, by sensing normal driving patterns or panic situations
and by taking protective action before, during and after a collision. Still, technology can never take the
responsibility away from you, the driver. Final decisions are always in your hands. But if these technologies
help make you more alert and relaxed, they will also contribute to the overall safety of those in and around
your Volvo.
Volvo Accident Research Team
Since 1970, Volvo’s Accident Research Team has investigated accidents involving Volvo cars on Swedish
roads. Today, our own statistical database contains over 36,000 accidents with more than 60,000 occupants.
In addition to studies on the scene of the accident, our researchers also investigate what happened before
the crash to understand how to improve the driver’s conditions to avoid a collision. These findings give us
unique knowledge that guides us in creating technology that helps prevent or mitigate accidents and, if an
accident can’t be avoided, to help protect the occupants.
Volvo Cars Safety Centre
Based on the findings from our accident research, we can recreate a variety of real-life traffic situations
and crashes. Beyond numerous virtual crash tests in super-computers, we perform around 400 crash tests
each year. We crash test car-to-car at different speeds and from different angles. We perform frontal
impacts, rear impacts, side impacts and roll-over tests and test cars off-road as well as against genuine
Swedish granite rock-face, we can even simulate impacts with wild animals.
If you make it here, you make it anywhere
Other car manufacturers come to Sweden for final car testing under harsh and capricious conditions.
For us it’s home. Our own proving ground Hällered with its 34 miles of test tracks includes different road
types from all over the world. Here we scrutinise our cars’ ability to support their drivers in all imaginable
and unimaginable situations during thousands of test kilometres, not to mention the distances driven
on ordinary Swedish roads.
Towards a future where cars don’t crash
We already know what we want to achieve: no accidents. By applying a holistic approach which considers
the driver and the vehicle as well as the infrastructure, we can realise a future where cars interact with
other cars, the road and the traffic-control systems. For example, this includes cars that can brake and
steer automatically, if needed. This makes it possible to design cars in completely new ways to protect
and preserve life.
“Cars are driven by people. Therefore, the guiding
principle behind everything we make at Volvo is
– and must remain – safety.”
Assar Gabrielsson and Gustaf Larson, founders of Volvo
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The three-point safety belt
In 1959, Nils Bohlin, a Volvo safety engineer, invented the three-point safety belt. So important is this
invention, it is considered to be one of the most life-saving technical innovations in the history of mankind.
The three-way catalytic converter with ambda sensor
In 1976, Volvo Cars was the first car manufacturer to introduce the three-way catalytic converter
with Lambda sensor for exhaust emission control. Today virtually all petrol powered cars are fitted with
this ingenious component, just as indispensable for the environment as the three-point safety belt is
for safety.
WHIPS (Whiplash Protection System)
In 1998 Volvo introduced this unique front seat integrated technology to help protect occupants from
whiplash injury in the event of a low speed rear impact. It’s considered one of the most effective systems
in the automotive world.
ROPS (Roll-Over Protection System)
This technology including a roll sensor that activates various restraint systems in a roll-over was introduced
in 1997 in the Volvo C70 convertible. In 2002 ROPS was further enhanced with the Roll Stability Control
(RSC) in the Volvo XC90. ROPS is available in the Volvo C70, XC90 and XC60.
CWAB (Collision Warning with Auto Brake)
In 2006 this radar and camera based technology became available in a Volvo to help alert the driver, and
even help mitigate a crash by braking the car, if the distance to the vehicle in front becomes too short.
Collision Warning with Auto Brake is available in the Volvo S80, V70, XC70 and XC60.
DAC (Driver Alert Control)
Introduced in 2007, this Volvo innovation can detect erratic driving behaviour due to tiredness or
inattentiveness and remind the driver it may be time for a break. Driver Alert Control is available
in the Volvo S80, V70, XC70 and XC60.
City Safety collision avoidance technology
In 2008, Volvo Cars introduced the new XC60 with City Safety, the world’s first standard-fitted collision
avoidance and mitigation technology active at speeds up to 19 mph. Helping to lower the risk of low-speed
collisions and whiplash injury, City Safety is a major step towards safer urban driving. At the moment, City
Safety is available in the Volvo XC60.
There’s more to l fe than a volvo.
For decades, we’ve created cars that encourage people to enjoy life and help protect it in the event of
an accident. Many of the most important car safety innovations are the hallmark of Volvo, and hundreds
of thousands of people all over the world can say they’re still alive thanks to Volvo ingenuity.
This is not by coincidence. Our founders stated that safety is, and shall always be, at the heart of what
we do. As a result, Volvo is recognised the world over for our passion and dedication to provide the safest
cars on the road.
The protective character of Volvo also encompasses the world we share. Already in 1972, Volvo was the
first car manufacturer to acknowledge and actively respond to the environmental impact of cars. In fact,
we invented the three-way catalytic converter, and are constantly innovating to reduce the environmental
impact of the cars we make and how we make them.
Of course, choosing a Volvo will always be something you do for both yourself and the people around
you, because our cars will always consider the well-being of everyone. Even if those people happen to be
outside your car or are part of future generations.
that’s why we nnovate for l fe.
Find more innovations at volvocars.co.uk
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Clean e r e x h au s t .
Fast responding after a cold start, Volvo’s advanced
emission control eliminates between 95 and 99% of carbon
monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides from petrol
engine exhaust gases. The Volvo turbodiesels feature a
particulate filter that removes about 95% of the particles
from the diesel exhaust gases.
Sa f e r i n terior ma t e r i a l s .
All our upholsteries and interior textiles are tested for
certain allergy-inducing or harmful substances and comply
with Oeko-Tex Standard 100. And several interior metal
details are tested with regard to contact allergies. Good for
you, and for anyone who shares your ride.
Al l er g y - ap p ro v e d i nt e r io r .
CZIP (Clean Zone Interior Package) provides cabin air that
is so clean it is recommended by the Swedish Asthma and
Allergy Association.
Fr e s h ca b i n a i r.
Continuously monitoring incoming air and shutting out
carbon monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide,
Volvo’s Interior Air Quality System helps ensure that the air you
breathe in the car is cleaner than that outside when driving in
heavy city traffic.
Fu e l - s a v i n g desig n.
To reduce energy-loss from wind and roll resistance, we
utilise advanced aerodynamic design, light-weight materials
and low-friction technology. Together with state-of-the-art
engine technology, this lowers your CO2emissions and helps
you travel further on fuel.
Ma xim i s e d fue l e f f i cie n c y w ith d ies e l .
Volvo’s advanced common-rail turbo-diesel technology
ensures superior fuel economy and lower CO2emissions,
from the new CO2optimised 1.6D DRIVe to the new
generation 205 PS D5, 57.6–45.6 mpg* and 129–164g
CO2/km.
* Based on a combined cycle.
129g C O 2p e r k m .
Our latest eco-progress, the Volvo S80 1.6D DRIVe,
satisfies itself with up to 57.6 mpg*, for minimum
emissions and maximum style.
* Based on a combined cycle.
85% r e c y c l a b l e .
To help minimise its total environmental impact, every
Volvo is designed to facilitate recovery and recycling at
the end of its useful life.
What’s in it for you?
We are committed to creating cars that contribute to a better
life, be it inside or outside the vehicle. Utilising advanced
technology, your Volvo is designed to use fuel efficiently and
reduce its impact on the environment. And nowhere is this
more evident than in Volvo’s new environmentally optimised
DRIVe variants. This caring attitude continues inside your
Volvo. Here you and your passengers can experience one
of the automotive industry’s cleanest and healthiest cabin
environments. It’s as enjoyable as it’s responsible. ust as
you would expect of a Volvo.
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Because nobody likes pollution
but everybody likes to drive.
Thirty years ago the CEO of Volvo said, “Our cars produce pollution, noise
and waste.” This truth inspired us to do more than just make cars safer to
be in. Starting with innovations like the three-way catalytic converter with
a Lambda sensor to today’s seven new eco-designated DRIVe models,
our goal at Volvo is crystal clear: to build cars that leave a minimal impact
on the environment. DRIVe captures all our environmental work, from
production to recycling, and represents our commitment and continued
efforts for sustainable mobility.
Today’s DRIVe models are equipped with state-of-the art diesel engines
optimised to reduce fossil fuel-based CO2emissions. In addition, some
DRIVe models are equipped with Start/Stop technology that allows the
engine to switch off when the car is at a standstill, saving even more fuel.
Thankfully, the imperative to make our cars more earth-friendly has inspired
innovations that make these DRIVe cars even more rewarding to drive.
Our corporate responsibility
At Volvo Cars, our overriding objective is to balance the needs of our
company, our customers, society and future generations in a sustainable
way. To find out more, please visit www.volvocars.com/sustainability
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Motion
We must minimise the emissions of fossil CO2(which leads to climate change) and
increase the energy efficiency of our cars. Continuous improvements within
aerodynamics, rolling resistance, lightweight materials and drivetrain technology
help us lower fuel consumption. To significantly reduce fossil CO2emissions, we
offer many DRIVe turbodiesel variants with lower CO2emissions. We have also
introduced Powershift, a new fuel-saving dual-clutch automatic transmission
technology. In our new Hybrid technology centre in Göteborg, we develop the
next generation power trains for future Volvos. The goal is that we use hybrid
technology in all of our car models.
Inside
We know that more and more people are suffering from asthma and allergies.
To ensure a healthy interior for you and your passengers, we test upholsteries and
interiors in the Volvo Environmental aboratory in Sweden. All upholstery
materials and interior textiles also comply with Oeko-Tex Standard 100,
an international benchmark for human ecological safety of textiles. All leathers
are chromium-free, they’re tanned using vegetable or synthetic substances
instead of chromium. And to meet high requirements on an allergy-friendly interior,
we’ve developed the Clean Zone Interior Package (CZIP) together with the
Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association. What’s more, some panel trims are
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified to ensure the wood comes
from responsibly managed forests.
ifecycle
Already from the early stages of conception we’ve, considered our cars’ environmental
impact: from design and manufacturing to useful life and recycling. For example,
we’ve seen to it that our factories are powered by electricity produced by wind and
hydro power and use energy and water responsibly. Our production facilities are
certified under the global environmental standard ISO 14001, and we make
sure that all our major suppliers meet our strict environmental standards. At the
end of its useful life, every Volvo is designed to be 85% recyclable. We also offer
re-manufactured exchange parts which substantially reduces the need for raw
materials and energy.
Please note: Some of the environmental technologies are only available on certain Volvo models
and may be optional. For more information, talk to your Volvo dealer or visit www.volvocars.co.uk

Integr a t ed r e a r s e a t re f r i gerat or
For the simple pleasures, you can add a refrigerator between the rear seats.
Refreshments are kept cold and within convenient reach for those with the privilege
to ride in the back. These passengers will also have their own hand-cut Swedish
crystal by Kosta Boda, designed by the Swedish glass artist, Bertil Vallien, and
engraved with the Executive emblem. The cabinet includes a specially designed
Executive bottle opener in stainless steel and features ambient light to set the
crystal aglow.
Anthracite Black interior,
Executive Ventilated Soft Leather Off Black, 2G00
Anthracite Black interior,
Executive Ventilated Soft Leather Chestnut, 2G0D
Anthracite Black interior,
Executive Ventilated Soft Leather Soft Beige, 2G02
Sandstone Beige interior,
Executive Soft Leather Soft Beige, 2G12
Execu t i v e i n t e r i o r d e s i g n
The Inscription™ interior is standard in the Executive and features ventilated front seats that are fully upholstered in perforated soft
leather and that include an Executive massage treatment to really spoil you. There’s walnut wood trim in door panels, gear knob and
dashboard, all complimented by the unique walnut wood Executive centre console with an articulated aluminium jalousie. Note the
time on the elegant analogue clock. Then turn on the stereo, and fill the cabin with music from the 650 W Dynaudio Premium Sound
audio system with Dolby®Pro Logic®I I Surround Sound and twelve Dynaudio loudspeakers.
Welcome to the Executive lounge.
Intuitive and luxurious, our top of the line Executive variant takes the sensory experience of the
Volvo S80 even further. Relax in lush surroundings finely detailed by ambient lighting throughout
and enjoy. Of course, handcrafted soft leather and hand-finished walnut wood abound.
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Inst ru m e n t s
At the centre of the instrument panel, the speedo-meter
and rev counter feature attractive blue inserts.
Sports s t e e r i n g w heel
Get to grips with this exclusive leather 4-spoke sports
steering wheel with R-DESIG N logo.
Sp o r t s p e d a l s
Enhance the driving experience, enjoy the look and
feel of these grippy, ridged sports pedals.
Sp o r t s f l o o r m a t s
These exclusive, sports mats with stylish ribbing offer
travellers a classy welcome.
Dy n a m i c se a t d e s i g n
These front seats feature a uniquely designed structure
with deep contours, extra padding and enhanced side
support to hug you through fast corners and provide
superb long distance comfort.
Spo r t s g e a r kn o b
Perforated leather gives the S80 R-DESIGN gear knob
an exciting look and feel.
Sports d e c o in l ay
The centre stack and door handle inlays convey a
sporty, contemporary feel.
This is what happens when you add special
equipment to the special equipment.
If sheer, undiluted driving pleasure could be displayed on an instrument panel, where would you set your red line? With the new
Volvo S80 R-DESIGN interior styling package, your Volvo S80 has a new ambition to be something beyond the expected. The
exclusive design elements, like the sport pedals, leather gearshift knob, and more, boldly reflect an unmistakable passion for
sport. But it’s the lowered Dynamic chassis and the sculpted Dynamic seats that really set the stage for driving pleasure.
S T Y I N G S80 R-DESI GN interior package
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Mind the crystal.
Volvo’s modern sound systems are among the best in the world, especially with the latest generation of Dolby®Pro
Logic®II Surround Sound, pure digital amplification and spectacular loudspeakers from Danish studio-monitor specialist,
Dynaudio. Our audiophile system, Dynaudio Premium Sound, utilises twelve Dynaudio loudspeakers, including two in the
centre, and sophisticated sound processing calibrated especially for the interior of the Volvo S80. Plug in your favourite MP3
player or iPod®and the combination of crystal-clear presence and wake-the-neighbours power ensures accurate reproduction
of your favourite songs at any volume. Please exercise caution.
H ig h P e rf o r m an c e a u d io sy s te m
This is a powerfully versatile system. Each loudspeaker is fitted with a more
powerful magnet and a larger coil. In combination with the amplifier, this
system promotes excellent transient reproduction and high power – quite simply
superb sound. This High Performance audio system includes:
• RDS radio
• MP3 and WMA compatible CD player
• USB and Aux Input in front centre armrest
•4
x40 W amplifier
• 8 High Performance loudspeakers
• Steering wheel remote audio controls
Options: an integrated 6 x CD player, rear seat audio console and
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) Radio.
Dy na u d i o P r e m i um S ou nd
This is our top-of-the line audio system designed for dynamic clarity
with the entire sound spectrum. This system features twelve loudspeakers
by Dynaudio, a world leader in loudspeaker technology. In addition, Dolby®
Pro Logic®II Surround Sound helps tailor a well-balanced audio experience
for each occupant. Premium Sound includes:
• RDS radio
• MP3 and WMA compatible CD player
• USB and Aux Input in front centre armrest
•5x130 W digital class D amplifier
• Dolby®Pro Logic®II Surround Sound with centre loudspeaker and digital
sound processor
• 12 high-end loudspeakers by Dynaudio
• Steering wheel remote audio controls
Options: an integrated 6 x CD player, a rear seat audio console
and DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) Radio.
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
Dy n a ud i o l o ud s pe a k er s
The twelve high-end loudspeakers by the Danish
sound specialist Dynaudio in the Premium Sound
audio system are powered by a5
x130 W digital
amplifier. There are three separate drivers, woofer,
midrange and tweeter, in each front door. In the rear
doors there is a similar set-up. Each speaker has its
own crossover filter to harmonise with the others.
The latest generation Dolby®Pro Logic®II Surround
Sound uses the centre loudspeakers (woofer and
tweeter) and a sound processor to recreate authentic
sound with a strong sense of presence for everyone
in the car. The digital class D amplifier features new
technology to provide extremely high efficiency,
enabling it to generate the most audio power from
the least amount of current.
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