I'm very disapointed too. With the S80 using a ford platform I though that Volvo would use it well and produce a very dynamic car but I guess they decided to go their own direction as usual. This turned out the same way as the new S40 vs the new Focus. The Focus is a fantastic car to drive, the streeing feel is brilliant and car handles well while the S40 is plain dull.

The S80 will probably remain as a long distance cruiser and semi luxury car for those who can't Afford a Benz or a Bimmer but don't want to drive around in a Passat. Still I have to give Volvo some props for the interior, it looks amazing. I love it.