2009 Volvo S80: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2009 Volvo S80 is more standard equipment, led by Bluetooth hands-free calling on every trim. It is not a redesign; the engines, six-speed automatic transmission, body, and basic structure carry over.
About the 2009 Volvo S80
2nd generation S80 (2007-2016), third model year, before the 2010 refresh.
Volvo positioned the S80 as its flagship sedan for buyers who wanted understated Scandinavian luxury, long-distance comfort, and a strong safety story more than sharp-edged sport-sedan drama. The appeal was a calm, elegant cabin, supportive seats, clean design, and protective technology wrapped in a large premium sedan. Compared with rivals, the S80 leaned into safety, comfort, and subtle style, with the T6 and V8 adding more effortless power without changing the car’s relaxed, upscale character.
The 2009 S80 ranges from the comfort-focused 3.2 with a 235-hp six-cylinder engine to the quicker 281-hp turbocharged T6 with AWD. The 311-hp V8 is the most powerful and luxurious version, with AWD, ventilated massaging front seats, heated rear seats, and front and rear parking sensors.
What changed, by category
2009 Volvo S80 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, 4.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd Geartronic | Automatic, 6-Spd Geartronic | Automatic, 6-Spd Geartronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 22 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 281 hp | 311 hp | 235 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3300 lb | 3300 lb | 3300 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.9 cu-ft | 14.9 cu-ft | 14.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35 in | 35 in | 35 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Massage Front Seat | |||
| Refrigerator/Cooler | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is new on the 2009 Volvo S80?
The main update is more standard equipment. Every 2009 S80 has Bluetooth hands-free calling and rain-sensing windshield wipers, while individual trims received additional convenience or luxury equipment. Minor exterior revisions include wider-spaced rear badging and wheel updates on some trims.
Is the 2009 Volvo S80 a redesign?
No, the 2009 Volvo S80 is not a redesign. It keeps the second-generation body, basic structure, three-engine lineup, and six-speed automatic transmission, with the year's updates focused mainly on equipment and small exterior details.
Does every 2009 Volvo S80 have Bluetooth?
Yes, Bluetooth hands-free phone integration is standard on every 2009 Volvo S80 trim. This lineup-wide addition is the year's most notable equipment change.
Did the 2009 Volvo S80 get new engines or transmissions?
No, the 2009 S80's engines and transmissions carry over. The 3.2 keeps its 235-hp six-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive, while the 281-hp turbocharged T6 and 311-hp V8 retain AWD; all three use a six-speed automatic.
How do the 2009 Volvo S80 3.2, T6, and V8 differ?
The 3.2 is the comfort-focused model with a 235-hp six-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive. The T6 adds a 281-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine and AWD. The V8 combines a 311-hp engine and AWD with richer equipment, including ventilated massaging front seats, heated rear seats, and front and rear parking sensors.