The 2014 Volvo S80's base front-wheel drive model is an exceptionally comfortable luxury sedan that's packed with active-safety technology.
For now, the Cadillac XTS is probably its closest competitor, available with similar driver safety tech and even a seat that vibrates to alert the driver of immanent hazards.
The XTS also has the very handsome, if occasionally buggy CUE infotainment system.
The Jaguar XF makes for another handsome alternative, but with more available performance, especially if you look to its supercharged V8 models.
The BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class are two other large, comfortable alternatives, but their prices can easily sore above the S80's, making them less competitive for the money.
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The 2014 Volvo S80 isn't at all about performance, but what it does–and does well–is offer a safe, stylish, supremely comfortable sedan for fashion-conscious families. |
The 2014 BMW 5-Series is simultaneously a classic sport sedan and a technology-packed grand tourer. |
For those focused on safety, technology, and comfort—but not necessarily performance—the 2014 Cadillac XTS is everything a big luxury sedan should be. |
With backseat space as the one caveat, the 2014 Jaguar XF lineup can at once be refined, nimble, and a scorcher of a performer in XFR or exclusive XFR-S guise. |
What, me worry? The Mercedes-Benz E-Class reasserts its alpha status with a tighter forehead, a greener turbodiesel, and a pair of all-wheel-drive AMGs. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $39,900 | $49,500 | $44,600 | $46,975 | $51,400 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 18 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 45 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Regular Unleaded I-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Gas V6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Twin Turbo Diesel I-4 |
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| Mid-Size Cars | Mid-Size Cars | Large Cars | Mid-Size Cars | Mid-Size Cars |
| Style Name | ||||
| 4-Door Sedan 3.2L PZEV | 4-Door Sedan 528i RWD | 4-Door Sedan FWD | 4-Door Sedan I4 T RWD | 4-Door Sedan E 250 BlueTEC Sport RWD |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/manual shift | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2014 Volvo S80 vs. 2014 BMW 5-Series | 2014 Volvo S80 vs. 2014 Cadillac XTS | 2014 Volvo S80 vs. 2014 Jaguar XF | 2014 Volvo S80 vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz E Class | |
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