Safety

Safety  - 2006 Volvo S80 Review - Reviews - Volvo S80

Antilock brakes, traction control, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain-type airbags are standard. A Whiplash Protection Seating System moves the front seatbacks rearward in a rear-end collision. Dynamic Stability and Traction Control is optional.

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    Situations where ACC may not function optimally
    WARNING The radar sensor has a limited field of vision. In some situations it may detect a vehicle later than expected or not detect other vehicles at all. If ACC is not functioning prop ...

    Temporary shut-off of the air conditioning
    The air conditioning is momentarily disengaged during full-throttle acceleration or when driving uphill with a trailer. This may result in a temporary increase in cabin temperature. ...

    Temperature control
    The temperatures on the driver and passenger sides can be set separately. When the vehicle is started, the most recent setting is resumed. NOTE Heating or cooling cannot be speeded up by ...