Merc1

Compared to its competitors – namely the Audi A6, BMW 5-series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Cadillac STS – the S80 lacks the cachet that some buyers in this class demand. But compared to the Germans, it’s also a strong bargain and comes in at a similar price point to the Cadillac. The Volvo is a less-involving drive than the Audi and BMW, with less of the mechanical rawness that those cars possess, for all of their refinement. The Volvo is perhaps closer to the E-Class in how it goes about its business: quietly, smoothly and comfortably. But it’s also much simpler in terms of how it interacts with the driver. There are no computer-controlled menus to scroll through to change the radio station or change the fan speed; I didn’t miss the unnecessary complication those systems create.

Sure, maybe it’s too early to start planning the official best-of ‘07 lists, but this car’s already earned a place on mine all the same.

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Call me crazy, but I like this car. A Sweedish Buick if you will, but much better built and a little bit more roadworthy.

M

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BMW_Dude

I'm sure this is a great car, but I wish the styling was more radical!

Also parts of that interior look dated already!

Mirage77

The interior's really quite pleasant in person, and overall it feels more upmarket than I thought it would be.

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