New Car Test Drive - 1999 Pontiac Firebird - Head-turning looks with power to match. Base Price $19,235 As Tested $27,335 The Firebird commands attention, from ogling construction workers and wide-eyed children alike. But the head-turning response is just the second thing you'll notice about…
New Car Test Drive - 1999 Volvo S80 - This once utilitarian Scandinavian warms up with style. Base Price $36,395 As Tested $37,345 Think safety. Now think cars. No doubt the image of a boxy road tank is lumbering through your head, replete with an immaculately coifed soccer mom behind…
2000 Volvo S80 - This once utilitarian Scandinavian warms up with style. Base Price $35,820 As Tested $37,345 Think safety. Now think cars. No doubt the image of a boxy road tank is lumbering through your head, replete with an immaculately coifed soccer mom behind…
Description: Model lineupS80 2.9 ($35,820), S 80 T-6 ($40,385) Engines2.9-liter dohc inline-6, 2.8-liter dohc twin-turbocharged inline-6 Transmissions4-speed automatic, 4-speed Geartronic automatic Safety featuresdual front airbags, dual front side air bags, dual front inflatable window curtains, Volvo whiplash protection system, front seat belt pretensioners, ABS, traction control Basic warranty4 years/50,000 miles Assembled inTorslanda, Sweden Specifications As Tested Model testedS80 2.9 Standard equipmentair conditioning, dual climate controls, steering wheel-mounted cruise control, AM/FM stereo w/CD, tilt and telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, remote keyless entry, 8-way power heated front seats, power windows, power heated side-view mirrors, cabin filtration system, folding rear seats w/pass-through, theft deterrent system, daytime running lights, mud flaps and floor maps Options as testedSpecial S80 Option Value Package ($500) includes leather seating surfaces and sunroof; cold-weather package ($450); destination charge ($575) Layoutfront-engine, front-wheel drive Engine2.9-liter dohc inline-6 Horsepower197 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque207 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm EPA fuel economy19/27 mpg city/hwy Transmission4-speed automatic Wheelbase109.9 in. Length/width/height189.8/72.1/57.2 in. Track, f/r62.3/61.4 in. Turning circle37 ft. Seating capacity5 people Head/shoulder/leg room, f37.5/58/42.2 in. Head/shoulder/leg room, r37.6/56.9/35.9 in. Max. cargo capacity31.2 cu. ft. Curb weight3602 lbs. Suspension f/rindependent/independent Towing capacity3300 lbs. Tires215/55R16 Brakes, f/rdisc/disc with ABS Fuel tank capacity20.1 gal. Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to base model. Prices effective as of August 6, 1999, and do not include manuracturer's destination and delivery charges. N/A: Information not available or not applicable. Manufacturer Info Sources 1-800-458-1552
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