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Volvo S80 II (facelift 2013) 1.6 T4F (180 Hp) Ethanol
Overall Rating
Volvo S80:
The Volvo S80 is an executive car produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1998 to 2016 across two generations. It took the place of the rear-wheel-drive S90 as Volvo's flagship sedan.
The first generation was made available for the 1999 model year. It has since been built at the Torslanda Works in Gothenburg, Sweden, with a few 1999 model year cars for the North American market built at Volvo's Halifax Assembly plant. Unlike most Volvo models, it did not have a station wagon version for its first generation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2013) Overview:
Volvo S80 (II (facelift 2013)). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1608 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 T4F (180 Hp) Ethanol Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers identical performance to the petrol T4, providing adequate power for most situations, with the added flexibility of E85 fuel.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is higher when running on E85 ethanol, but competitive when using petrol, offering fuel choice flexibility.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional safety features
- • Comfortable and refined ride
- • High-quality interior materials
- • Diverse and efficient engine lineup (especially Drive-E)
- • Understated elegant design
Cons:
- • Some engines can feel underpowered for the car's size
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Rear legroom not class-leading
- • Higher fuel consumption on older petrol AWD models
- • Steering can lack feedback
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2011): 2011 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | S80 |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2013) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 T4F (180 Hp) Ethanol |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 112.8 Hp/l [3mm more] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 1620-4980 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B4164T2 More details about the engine B4164T2 |
| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 9.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / Ethanol - E85 |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (Ethanol - E85): | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (Ethanol - E85): | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (Ethanol - E85): | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 111.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1608 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4854 mm [3mm more] |
| Width: | 1907 mm [46mm more] |
| Height: | 1493 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2835 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1588-1578 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1585-1575 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 151 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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