The Volvo S80 enters the 2009 model year ready to expand its presence in the luxury segment with the introduction of a turbocharged 3.0-litre, six-cylinder T6 engine to the S80 range. 

Volvo S80 T6 AWD model joins the high-performance S80 V8 AWD, featuring a 60-degree, 4.4-litre all-alloy V8 and producing 232 kW and 440 Nm of power, and for those of you feeling it at the hip pocket the S80 D5 featuring Volvo's 2.4-litre turbodiesel that develops 136 kW and a surging 400 Nm of torque, help combine sports sedan performance but also outstanding fuel economy. 

The T6 engine features multi-valve cylinder heads with twin overhead camshafts, along with a twin-scroll turbocharger that provides extremely swift responses comparable to a twin-turbo set up, the new system provides 210kW and 400Nm of torque (developed from just 1500 rpm) replacing the previous 3.2-litre six-cylinder powerplant. 

Putting the 210Kws of power to all four wheels is Volvo's six-speed Geartronic automatic transmission, with claims the T6 can jump from 0-100km in just 6.9 seconds. 

Volvo's ultra-thin Floating Centre Console help contribute to it's sense of space, while keeping the overall feel of the car comfortable. 

As an optional extra the S80 front seats come with a ventilation system to provide extra cooling for the warmer months and front seat heating, that help take the edge off in cooler months, and electric power adjustment are standard on all S80s. 

The Volvo S80 is now also available with new options including sun curtains for rear side windows, a new claret walnut wood trim and a tyre pressure monitoring system. 

Volvo have been one of the top in car safety and the S80 is no exception, with its Side Impact Protection System (SIPS), Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS), dual-stage front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, inflatable curtain airbags and emergency flashing brake lights. 

S80 also comes with the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), which advises the driver if another vehicle is travelling behind the B-pillar (or in the 'blind spot') along with Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Driver Alert Control (DAC) and are standard with the new Teknik pack and optional otherwise. 

The 2009 Volvo S80 is available with two optional packages - Teknik and Travel: 

Teknik Volvo Navigation System (VNS) 
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) 
Adaptive Cruise Control with collision warning and auto brake 
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) with Driver Alert Control (DAC) Compass 
Total Value: $13,000 RRP: $9,500 

Travel Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
Rear Headphone Sockets 
Ventilated Front Seats Heated Rear Seats 
Total Value: $6,300 RRP: $4,500 

Recommended Retail Price 
S80 D5 FWD $72,950 
S80 T6 AWD $78,950
S80 V8 AWD $98,950