Autoexpress: Volvo S80 vs Mercedes E220 vs Audi A6 vs BMW 525d.

Yannis · 11-03-2006, 01:24 AM

The one thing that stands out in this test is how similar these saloons are. This isn’t surprising considering the makers benchmark test them against each other – but does that mean none of them stands out from the crowd.

Volvo’s S80 is excellent value and well laid out inside, but the driving experience falls short and the engine is comparatively unrefined. As a result, it finishes last behind the stylish Audi A6 by the smallest of margins.

A refined powerplant, comfortable cabin and smooth ride mean the Mercedes E220 CDI is the best model here on the road. But two factors caused it to finish second – it’s expensive to buy and costly to run. So once again, the BMW 5-Series clings on to victory by the skin of its teeth.

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klier · 11-03-2006, 02:03 AM

When BMW, MB and Audi models are being tested, the outcome is different all the time.

Now it's the 5er, in the next test it is the A6, and after that it will be the E

Yannis · 11-03-2006, 03:00 AM

The facelifted E class has improved much on the weak points of the pre-fl model, namely handling, gearboxes and quality. It's time BMW and Audi make their moves also (FL 5 series and A6).

Mr. M · 11-03-2006, 03:47 AM

The S80 was pretty disappointing when I took a look last week - I didn't like the leather in the seats which was mixed with rough & smooth textures. Also, it looked smaller and has less presence than the previous S80. It was no match for the E-Class, A6 or 5 Series.

Yannis · 11-03-2006, 03:59 AM

I haven't seen the S80 IRL yet but from the pictures i can say that i like it.

Just_me · 11-03-2006, 04:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Yannis

I haven't seen the S80 IRL yet but from the pictures i can say that i like it.

I seen the exterior several times and I love it. how the car is to drive, I dont know.

Centurion · 11-03-2006, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Mirage77

The S80 was pretty disappointing when I took a look last week - I didn't like the leather in the seats which was mixed with rough & smooth textures. Also, it looked smaller and has less presence than the previous S80. It was no match for the E-Class, A6 or 5 Series.

There are full leather seats too and I actually find Volvo's front seats to be very comfortable.

klier · 11-03-2006, 04:36 AM

All the Swedes like the Volvo

I don't like it at all. But at least it's better than the previous model.

Just_me · 11-03-2006, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by klier

All the Swedes like the Volvo

No, Its the only Volvo model I like. Also Saab has only one model I like. The new S80 such a huge improvement over old S80 which I really hated.

Centurion · 11-03-2006, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by klier

All the Swedes like the Volvo

I don't like it at all. But at least it's better than the previous model.

I'm the biggest volvo hater here in Sweden and I always enjoy annoying Volvo africandos. The only thing I like about the new S80 is the interior, which I actually appeals to be more then the interiors of ze Germanz.

11-03-2006, 01:24 AM	#1
Yannis Contributor Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Greece Posts: 8,281 Thanks: 1,886 Thanked 1,800 Times in 1,025 Posts	Autoexpress: Volvo S80 vs Mercedes E220 vs Audi A6 vs BMW 525d. The one thing that stands out in this test is how similar these saloons are. This isn’t surprising considering the makers benchmark test them against each other – but does that mean none of them stands out from the crowd. Volvo’s S80 is excellent value and well laid out inside, but the driving experience falls short and the engine is comparatively unrefined. As a result, it finishes last behind the stylish Audi A6 by the smallest of margins. A refined powerplant, comfortable cabin and smooth ride mean the Mercedes E220 CDI is the best model here on the road. But two factors caused it to finish second – it’s expensive to buy and costly to run. So once again, the BMW 5-Series clings on to victory by the skin of its teeth. Source: - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

11-03-2006, 02:03 AM	#2
klier Devotee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Netherlands Posts: 3,173 Thanks: 1,006 Thanked 294 Times in 179 Posts	Re: Autoexpress: Volvo S80 vs Mercedes E220 vs Audi A6 vs BMW 525d. When BMW, MB and Audi models are being tested, the outcome is different all the time. Now it's the 5er, in the next test it is the A6, and after that it will be the E

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Yannis Contributor Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Greece Posts: 8,281 Thanks: 1,886 Thanked 1,800 Times in 1,025 Posts	Re: Autoexpress: Volvo S80 vs Mercedes E220 vs Audi A6 vs BMW 525d. The facelifted E class has improved much on the weak points of the pre-fl model, namely handling, gearboxes and quality. It's time BMW and Audi make their moves also (FL 5 series and A6).

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Mr. M Connoisseur Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 6,103 Thanks: 2,036 Thanked 1,722 Times in 925 Posts	Re: Autoexpress: Volvo S80 vs Mercedes E220 vs Audi A6 vs BMW 525d. The S80 was pretty disappointing when I took a look last week - I didn't like the leather in the seats which was mixed with rough & smooth textures. Also, it looked smaller and has less presence than the previous S80. It was no match for the E-Class, A6 or 5 Series.

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Yannis Contributor Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Greece Posts: 8,281 Thanks: 1,886 Thanked 1,800 Times in 1,025 Posts	Re: Autoexpress: Volvo S80 vs Mercedes E220 vs Audi A6 vs BMW 525d. I haven't seen the S80 IRL yet but from the pictures i can say that i like it.

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klier Devotee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Netherlands Posts: 3,173 Thanks: 1,006 Thanked 294 Times in 179 Posts	Re: Autoexpress: Volvo S80 vs Mercedes E220 vs Audi A6 vs BMW 525d. All the Swedes like the Volvo I don't like it at all. But at least it's better than the previous model.

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