2010 Volvo S80: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2010 Volvo S80 is a mild exterior and cabin refresh, not a full redesign. It gains updated trim and equipment while keeping the same basic 3.2, T6 AWD, and V8 AWD lineup.
About the 2010 Volvo S80
2nd generation S80 (2007-2016), mid-cycle refresh year.
In 2010, Volvo positioned the S80 as its flagship sedan: a quiet, safety-led luxury car with understated Scandinavian design instead of flashy sport-sedan drama. The core appeal is long-distance comfort, supportive seats, a clean and elegant cabin, and a strong emphasis on crash protection and driver-assistance technology. Against German rivals, the S80’s identity is more about calm confidence, everyday comfort, and tasteful restraint than aggressive handling or showy styling.
The 2010 S80 is a comfort-focused luxury sedan with three distinct versions. The 3.2 is the understated front-wheel-drive model, the turbocharged T6 adds stronger performance and AWD, and the V8 combines the most powerful engine with features such as ventilated and massaging front seats, premium sound, adaptive xenon headlights, and navigation.
What changed, by category
2010 Volvo S80 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, 4.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter / 6-Cyl, PZEV, 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 | 16 mpg | 15 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 22 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 281 hp | 311 hp | 225–235 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 221–236 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 | |||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Massage Front Seat | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2010 Volvo S80 fully redesigned?
No. The 2010 Volvo S80 received a mild mid-cycle refresh within the second generation that began for 2007. Its basic structure and three-trim lineup carried over.
What is the main difference between the 2010 and 2009 Volvo S80?
The main difference is the 2010 model's light exterior and cabin refresh. It has a larger grille badge, added chrome, new silk-metal interior accents, and several equipment changes rather than a new platform or a broad engine overhaul.
What changed on the 2010 Volvo S80 3.2?
The 2010 S80 3.2 gained the lineup's refreshed exterior and interior details, and a PZEV engine version joined the trim. Satellite radio became standard, premium audio became standard across the S80 range, and the power moonroof changed from standard to optional.
What changed on the 2010 Volvo S80 T6 and V8?
The T6 gained the refreshed trim, standard 18-inch Odysseus wheels, and standard satellite radio. The V8 lost its exterior V8 badge and made premium Dynaudio audio, adaptive xenon headlights, and speed-sensitive steering standard.
Which trims make up the 2010 Volvo S80 lineup?
The 2010 S80 lineup consists of the front-wheel-drive 3.2, the turbocharged T6 with AWD, and the V8 with AWD. The T6 emphasizes stronger acceleration and all-weather traction, while the V8 carries the richest comfort and technology equipment.