Car financing: 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
No 2012 Volvo S80 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. For anyone shopping for the 2012 Volvo S80, here are the facts that matter.
What to check on the S80
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on file, mostly about unknown or other, air bags and power train. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
The figures, translated
Power comes from the 3.2L 6-cylinder, driving through 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.
By the EPA's combined rating of 10.2 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 31 litres. At our price setting, it costs about $15.81 to drive 100 km. The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the S80
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
What to expect from the S80
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Luggage space is 425 litres, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the S80 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Narrowing it down
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $158.10 at our price setting.
Make a request
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
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.