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Driving dynamics: chassis
The Volvo XC70 is equally adept at powering down muddy slopes, towing a boat up a slippery ramp or cruising on the motorway. 'Here is a cross-country vehicle that is extremely capable off-road yet ...

The Looks
The improvements over the previous generation are of course most noticeable by simply looking at the S80. I wouldn't call it striking, but it is handsome — bordering on the masculine, yet still ab ...

Drive (D)
D is the normal driving position. The car automatically shifts between the various forward gears, based on the level of acceleration and speed. The car must be at a standstill when shifting from p ...