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Price Range: $39,200 - $51,850
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Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Volvo S80 and the typical sedan definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.
Drivetrain
The Volvo S80's engine isn't much more sizeable than the average sedan's.
Utility
Neither the Volvo S80 nor the typical sedan has a marked advantage with respect to seating capacity.
The Volvo S80 is a better choice than the typical sedan when it comes to hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of gear or sizeable pets.
Towing is substantially more the S80's forte than it is the average sedan's.
Convenience
The S80's fuel tank will need to be replenished a tad more often than the unit in the typical sedan.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the average sedan offers a bit more head room than the Volvo S80, there really isn't much of a difference.
The typical sedan is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Volvo S80.
Dimensions
The typical sedan's tank is about the same size as the Volvo S80's, though the Volvo S80's is a little larger.
The typical sedan and the Volvo S80 compete for the same parking spaces.
Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the typical sedan to the dealership as the Volvo S80.
As far as gas mileage, the typical sedan beats the Volvo S80.
The typical sedan won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Volvo S80.
The typical sedan is significantly less costly than the Volvo S80 regarding MSRP.
Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the average sedan isn't quite as generous as the Volvo S80's.