The Volvo S80 was an executive car manufactured by Volvo Cars from 1998 to 2016, spanning two generations and serving as the replacement for the rear-wheel-drive S90. The first generation, introduced for the 1999 model year, was produced until 2006. Initially built at the Torslanda Works in Gothenburg, Sweden, some North American market 1999 model year cars were also produced at Volvo's Halifax Assembly plant. Notably, the first generation of the S80 did not offer a station wagon variant, which was a departure from the typical Volvo lineup.
Key points:
1. The Volvo S80 is an executive car that was produced by Volvo Cars from 1998 to 2016.
2. It succeeded the rear-wheel-drive S90 as Volvo's flagship sedan.
3. The first generation of the S80 was available for the 1999 model year and was manufactured until 2006.
4. Production primarily took place at the Torslanda Works in Gothenburg, Sweden, with some cars for the North American market being built at Volvo's Halifax Assembly plant.
5. Unlike other Volvo models, the first generation of the S80 did not have a station wagon version.
