Volvo’s S80 V8 Had An Engine Developed By Yamaha

Volvo has never been a brand associated with V8-powered anything. Known for their safe, sensible, and stylish designs, Volvo spent decades relying on four-cylinder and inline-five powertrains, with the occasional inline-six for more performance-oriented models. Sedan, Wagon, Hatchback, or SUV; it didn’t matter what kind of vehicle the company was making, they all used the brand’s quirky powertrains in one way or another. However, in 2005, that finally changed.