Volvo S80 Intuitive Car Seeks Like-Minded Driver
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Volvo S80 Intuitive car seeks like-minded driver. Volvo. for life A passion for safety s and the environment d – for well-being inside and outside your Volvo. There are luxury cars. And there’s the Volvo S80. This is modern Scandinavian luxury in every detail—from a purposeful exterior design and airy interior, to the harmonious force of a masterful V8 and an audiophile Premium Sound system. More over, predictive and intuitive technologies accomodate your needs before you even notice them and help you negotiate traffic. So take your seat, and be seduced by grace, power and intelligence. The Volvo S80. Your sixth sense. Where control meets performance. Imagine, just for a moment, a car that is gifted; A car blessed with power, control and an understanding of what goes on around it. Assume that it shares these gifts with its driver. The tensions of a dangerous route become fewer. The joy of an unwritten road becomes greater. And the prospect of a perfect drive becomes a real probability. With an instinct for the perfect environment. Volvo designers feel they’ve created an environment ideal for driver and passenger alike. Floating layers, inspired by Scandinavian landscapes, both converge and soothe. Much attention has been paid to comfort throughout the cabin. For example, advanced sensors automatically ensure the cabin air is as clean and comfortable as possible. And for the front seats, there are integrated fans to help you stay cool. After all, who knows who will travel inside it. Because no two bodies are identical, the driving position is highly adaptable. The driver’s seat itself provides world-class comfort and allows countless seating permutations through its multiple axis mechanism. The powered driving seat includes a memory function to save seating and door mirror positions for up to three drivers. Furthermore, the ”step-free” adjustable steering column helps the driver to fine tune ergonomics. d ECC with IAQS Electronic Climate Control (ECC) maintains the cabin temperature you choose and can be set independently for the left and right sides. Furthing contributing to your health and comfort, Volvo’s unique humidity sensor helps ensure cabin air has an appropriate level of humidity according to the outside climate. Moreover, an Interior Air Quality System (IAQS) monitors incoming air for certain unhealthy gases such as carbon monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide. If necessary, it will temporarily close external air vents to shut them out. Meanwhile, an active carbon filter prevents dust, exhaust particles, pollen and unpleasant odours from entering the car through the ventilation system. d Ventilated front seats Rear seat comfort Ventilated front seats are available with a choice of three settings. Ergonomically designed rear seats provide generous support of the CZIP The comfort setting maintains body temperature (36–37°C) by drawing body during long journeys. Rear seat relaxation is further enhanced Clean Zone Interior Package (CZIP) is a feature over and above IAQS. air through the perforations in the leather and cushioning of the seat. with generous legroom and two adjustable air vents. It comprises a series of modifications to improve the interior climate, Utilising the car’s air conditioning system, the cool air quickly elimin- not least for people with allergies. Materials are chosen carefully to ates moisture expelled by the body in hot weather or long journeys. Heated rear seats avoid harmful fumes. Surfaces are smooth so they’re easy to clean Also, the Volvo S80 front seat heaters have three levels of heat to Rear seat passengers are invited to enjoy a direct source of heat —the natural rubber floor mats are a case in point. On days when it’s choose from. at the push of a button. To suit individual preferences, there are three at least 10°C outside, opening the car by remote triggers a 60-second settings to choose from. ventilation cycle. The end result is cabin air that meets the approval of the Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association. The Personal Car Communicator —keeping you in touch with your Volvo. Standard security features such as the sturdy door locks and electronic immobiliser help to prevent the tangible aspects of a break-in. The Personal Car Communicator, on the other hand, offers you the comfort of knowing the car’s status when you left it—even when you can’t see it. Your car is locked. Your car is unlocked. Press here to see the There’s somebody actual status of your inside your car. car (within a range of 60–100 m) or the The alarm has car’s status when you been triggered. left it (outside the range). Personal Car Communicator (PCC) Keyless drive Approach and Home Safe lighting The PCC is an advanced remote control that combines keyless drive Keyless drive lets you lock, unlock and start the car without having the Activated with the remote control or with the PCC, Approach lighting with two-way communication with your Volvo S80. Keep the PCC with key in your hand. As long as you have the Personal Car Communicator provides a warm reception on a dark night. This consists of interior you and the car unlocks automatically on your arrival. Start the engine (PCC) with you, pulling the door handle automatically unlocks the door. and side lights—ground lighting too, if you choose it. Home Safe by pressing a button on the dash, lock the car by pressing a button in With your foot on the brake pedal, the press of a button on the instru- lighting is activated with the headlight stalk as you leave the car, and the door handle. Later in the day, if you’re wondering whether you’ve ment panel starts the engine. To lock the car, press a button in the door provides a similar courtesy. This one includes a dipped headlight locked the car, the PCC can remind you; no matter where you are. On handle or lock it with the PCC. beam of light to accompany you to your door. your return to the Volvo S80—within a radius of 60 to 100 metres— pressing the PCC information button will give you a current report on Remote controlled alarm Ground lighting its status. If the alarm has been activated, the onboard heartbeat Connected to the doors, bonnet, boot and ignition, the alarm reacts Integrated in the door mirror, ground lighting is activated with the sensor will give you advanced warning if there’s somebody in your car to movement inside the car or the breaking of a window. A level sensor remote control or with the PCC. Beyond enhancing security to and and an opportunity to evaluate the situation safely. is added to deter thieves from jacking-up the car and stealing your from your car at night, it’s also convenient when getting in and out. wheels. And in an emergency situation, the further option of a panic button on the remote control or on the PCC allows you to raise the alarm for help. Hp and IQ in perfect harmony. V8 AWD (315 hp) 3.2 (238 hp) D5 (185 hp) ACCELERATION MAX SPEED FUEL CONSUMPTION Power and control. How often do you find them in perfect accord? In all its variants, the Volvo S80 offers fluid performance. Drivetrain and chassis perform as one. Acceleration is never delayed. Liveliness is assured by immediate response throughout the entire rev range. Volvo’s premium source of power, the 315 hp V8, combines enormous capacity with superior refinement. The six-cylinder petrol engine will provide an exhilarating yet relaxing drive. And for the ultimate combination of performance and fuel-economy, there’s the option of Volvo’s smooth five-cylinder turbodiesel. d Fuel efficiency Advanced engine technology and aerodynamics help keep down fuel Of course, all Volvo engines comply with stringent international environmental consumption and carbon dioxide emissions—a main contributor to global requirements. For example, the V8 is the world’s first ultra-low emission warming. Volvo’s high-performance turbodiesel with particle filter is the most vehicle II (ULEV II) compliant eight-cylinder engine. fuel-efficient option. Faithful interpreter of road and driver. Speed dependant steering s s The optional speed-dependant power steering servo makes steering at low speeds effortless. Parking in small spaces is a case in point. All-Wheel Drive with Instant Traction™ Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) The system offers a choice of three settings allowing you to choose The new AWD* is an electronically controlled all-wheel drive system Volvo’s DSTC includes a number of functions that help enhance the a suitable level of road feel or steering sensitivity. Steering force developed with the high torque of the larger engines in mind. Constant safety and pleasure of driving. It improves traction in slippery situa- remains constant when the car exceeds 80 km/h. hydraulic pressure ensures that power is promptly distributed among tions by controlling the rotational speed of the drive wheels. By reduc- the wheels with the best grip. Wheel spin is minimised while accelera- ing the engine’s power output or by braking one or more wheels, the tion and stability are enhanced, even in slippery conditions. For instance, system helps to counteract skids. It can also be set to allow a certain when cruising on straight dry roads, front wheels receive up to 95% of degree of wheel spin to provide better traction in snowy conditions. the power for efficiency. As conditions change, up to 50% of the power can be directed to the rear wheels. When cornering, the system channels power back and forth to provide sharp turning and greater stability throughout the curve.