| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Volvo S80 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 111.6 in | -2.8 in |
| Length | 186.3 in | 191.0 in | -4.7 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 58.8 in | 2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3669 lb. | 3800 lb. | -131 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 37.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 57.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 54.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 54.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 35.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 22.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 56.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo XC70.
| 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 |