Engine: 2.5-liter dohc turbocharged inline-5

Engine Options: 208-hp 2.5-liter turbocharged dohc inline-5; 268-hp 2.9-liter dohc twin-turbocharged inline-6

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 4-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: dual front airbags, dual front side air bags, dual front inflatable window curtains, Volvo whiplash protection system, anti-submarine seats, front seat belt pretensioners, traction control, ABS, front fog lights, rear fog light

Optional Safety Equipment: dynamic stability and traction control; all-wheel drive; reverse warning system

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Torslanda, Sweden

Model Tested: Volvo S80 2.5T AWD ($37,550)

Standard Equipment: dual-zone electronic climate control, power-adjustable driver seat with memory and lumbar support, tilt/telescopic and leather-wrapped steering wheel, power windows, central power door locks, retractable grocery bag retainer in trunk, split folding rear seat, trip computer, am/fm/cassette/CD audiooutside temperature gauge, pollen filter, cruise control, electric foldable rear head restraints, anti-smash side windows, daytime running lights

Options as Tested: Premium Package ($2495) includes leather upholstery, power glass moonroof, power passenger seat; 17-inch alloy wheels ($500); Dynamic Stability and Traction Control ($695); xenon headlamps ($500)

Destination Charge: 685

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: all-wheel drive

Horsepower: 208 @ 5000

Torque: 236 @ 1500-4500

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 20/27

Wheelbase: 109.9 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 189.8/72.1/57.2 inches

Track Front/Rear: 62.3/61.4 inches

Turning Cycle: 39 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 37.5/55.3/42.2 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 37.6/55.0/35.9 inches

Trunk Volume: 14.4 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent

Ground Clearance: inches

Curb Weight: 3691 pounds

Towing Capacity: 3300 pounds

Tires: P225/50R17

Brakes:

Fuel Capacity: 21.1 Gallons