Auto loans: 2012 Volvo S80
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.2 to 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.2 to 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Volvo S80 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Volvo S80 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.2L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.9 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.3 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 240 g/km | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.81 | $17.36 |
2012 Volvo S80: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.2 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,900 | US$3,200 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,162 | $3,472 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Volvo S80
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about unknown or other (2), air bags (1) and power train (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V378000 | 2020-06-30 | seat belts:front | Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating... |
| 12V317000 | 2012-07-06 | power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2013 S80 VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE ERROR MAY PREVENT THE TRANSMISSION FROM DOWNSHIFTING SUCH AS SHIFTING FROM FIFTH TO FOURTH GEAR WHEN COASTING. |
| 12V075000 | 2012-02-28 | electrical system:wiring | VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60, XC60, S80 AND XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 16, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2011. IN THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN ATTACHED PROPERLY TO THE SEAT FRAME. AS A RESULT, WHEN THE SEATS ARE MOVED TO ADJUST THE SEATING POSITION,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2012 Volvo S80
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2012 Volvo S80 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 2012 Volvo S80, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
A buyer's checks
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Reading the spec sheet
The powertrain here is the 3.2L 6-cylinder with front-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The EPA rates it at 10.2 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 31 litres. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $47.43 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,900 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Room inside
As a mid-size car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. In plain terms, its 425 litres of luggage space hold a family's bags for a long weekend.
Who rents the S80
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Try before you buy
Rent the S80 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Money matters
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $15.81 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $158.10 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Year and trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Within the 2012 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Over to you
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Volvo S80 from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Volvo S80
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Volvo S80 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Volvo S80
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Volvo S80?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Volvo S80 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Volvo S80 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Volvo S80 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3162.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.