Chevrolet SS vs Volvo S80
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo S80
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet SSBase | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2017 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet SSBase | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $46,625 | $43,450 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet SSBase | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 37 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.8 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet SSBase | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 415 hp (best) | 240 hp |
| Torque | 415 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 6.2 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet SSBase | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.4 cu ft (best) | 14.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,900 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,997 lbs | 3,719 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in (best) | 111.6 in |
| Length | 195.5 in (best) | 191.1 in |
| Width | 74.7 in (best) | 73.3 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet SSBase | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet SS | Volvo S80 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $46,625 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $43,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | T5 Drive-E Platinum $48,375 MSRP |