Volvo S80 takes Pole position for an optimized diesel engine.

2009 Volvo S80 D5

COLOGNE : November 17, 2008 - Volvo S80 D5 also in comparison with top German premium manufacturers developed five-cylinder turbo diesel meets Euro 5-standard with a highly efficient revised version of its top-diesel, the Volvo S80 its high quality and impressively strengthens its position in the segment of luxury limousines. More power with lower consumption is the motto at the Volvo S80 D5 optimized, which is already the Euro 5-pollutant standard. Overall, for the Volvo S80 nine powerful petrol and diesel engines as a four-, five-, six-and eight-cylinder with a power range between 136 hp (100 kW) and 315 hp (232 kW) on the election. Moreover, the Swedish premium sedan in four-wheel and two variants FlexiFuel versions available.



The new Volvo S80 D5 breaks several records and supported also in comparison with the German premium manufacturers its leading position. Top of the self-made detonators with 205 hp (151 kW) is not only the highest performance and with 420 Nm maximum torque in its segment, but the Swedish luxury-sedan moves with 8.01 kilograms per hp even the slightest weight in the competition. Although the revised diesel engine in the performance by 20 hp increase has come from using less fuel. The average consumption of 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers is located on the same level with or compete significantly lower than the corresponding course, this applies also for the CO2 value of 164 g / km. Furthermore satisfied the new D5 engine Euro 5-standard.

The increased efficiency of the five-cylinder diesel engine made in higher performance levels, improved efficiency and lower emissions noticeable. To improve performance, taking into consideration particularly the improved Ansaugtechnik and exhaust management, the use of two turbochargers and advanced common-rail injection system for. The entry and outlet of diesel were in favor of a smoother and more effective air enlarged and straightened. A small turbocharger ensures now for a spontaneous response in the lower speed range, while a second, larger loader dimensionierter the necessary boost at higher speeds available. The benefits of this so-called Register Charge are the quick response time to Gasbefehle virtually no turbo hole and a high yield performance over the entire speed range.

The renewed increase in efficiency and performance of the Volvo S80

D5 is attributed to the recent evolutionary stage of the more developed five-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The powerful self-igniter meets the Euro 5-standard and makes 205 hp (150 kW) at a maximum torque of 420 Nm. The Volvo S80 D5 is equipped with six-speed manual gearbox or the adaptive six-speed Geartronic automatic transmission, including feature available. Thus speeding up the four-sedan in 8.0 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h (automatic 8.5 sec), the maximum speed is 230 km / h (automatic 225 km / h) and consumption at 6.2 liters (Auto 6.7 liters) to 100 kilometers.

The Volvo S80 combines unique design with superb comfort and superior driving with innovative technology. The interior is characterized by high functionality and ergonomics of the unique security technology offers good protection, because the Volvo S80 is equipped with a variety of passive and active protection equipment. To include the extent of Volvo has developed and patented SIPS side impact protection system (Side Impact Protection System), the whiplash protection system Whips (Whiplash Protection System) and the Intelligent Driver Information System IDIS (Intelligent Driver Information System), and optionally the emergency system Volvo On Call . The central square in the rear with an integrated child seat equipped. Another feature of Volvo for accident prevention is Driver Alert. This system warns the driver when overwork, unkonzentrierter driving and leaving the unintended lane. Moreover, the active speed and distance control system with Brake Assist Pro and initiating an emergency brake also available as the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) and the Personal Car Communicator PCC.

The Volvo S80 offers four equipment lines and a demanding

Options and accessories program. Even the basic version, Kinetic has fog lights, painted, painted, electric and heated outside mirrors, 16-inch aluminum wheels, color glazing or central locking with radio remote control. The onboard computer, the outside temperature display, an automatic climate control, speed control system or the radio / CD sound system performance with AUX input for external audio sources also belong to the series as the scope of the interior custom color multifunction leather steering wheel, electric windows all round, brushed aluminum Deposits and an automatic parking brake. The deluxe version emphasizes self-sufficient executive highest prestige in the premium segment and is equipped with special exterior and interior features for connoisseurs subtly marked.


[Source : VOLVO]