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To buy or not to buy......? S80 2002

posted by  chris herbst on  Sun Mar 1 16:19 CST 2009
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Definitely skip any six cylinder models and go with the 2.5T engine, which (I believe) debuted in 2004. There were still six cylinder models made in 2004 though, so if you find an 04, make sure you identify the engine before buying.

The 2.5T is also available in other models, including the S60 and V70, which have had pretty good reliability ratings. I like the S60 a lot, and the powertrain is the same, but the interior is smaller. The S60 is a nice car to drive.

The XC70 and XC90 also had the 2.5T powertrain, but obviously they would have the potential for greater maintenance expenses with all wheel drive.

The S80 is also highly rated in the safety department, if that's a factor.

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Chris Herbst
Scottsdale, AZ

2005 S80 30k
1992 940 150k






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