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2008 Volvo V50 and 2008 Volvo S80 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Volvo S80 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 169 kW@5000 320 Nm@1500 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 232 kW@5950 441 Nm@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,835 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,514 mm | 4,851 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,453 mm | 1,494 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 1,844 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 70 L | -10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 960 mm | 28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 973 mm | -5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,288 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 889 mm | -15 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 776 L | 422 L | 354 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,781 L | 14.9 | -13.9 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo S80
| 2008 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent lumbar support and almost infinate power adjustments help my probelms with episodic low back pain. see full Volvo S80 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are like sitting in a lazy boy. So comfortable on long trips and just a dream to drive. see full Volvo S80 review |
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