Volvo S80 Speaker Size
Speaker size, type, and location chart for Volvo S80 models from 1999 to 2011 production years.
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Front Door Panel Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 - 2011 | Midbass / Full-Range | 6.5 |
| 1999 - 2006 | Midbass / Full-Range | 5.25 |
Rear Door Panel Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 - 2011 | Tweeter | 1 |
| 1999 - 2011 | Midbass / Full-Range | 6.5 |
A-Pillar Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 - 2011 | Tweeter | 1 |
Center Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 - 2011 | Midrange | 3 |
Front Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Tweeter | 1 |
Rear Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Tweeter | 1 |
Volvo S80 Speaker FAQ
What speakers should I replace first in my Volvo S80 for the biggest sound improvement?
Replace the front door speakers first - they handle most of your music's midrange and vocals. For 2007-2011 S80 models, you'll want 6.5 inch speakers rated around 50-100 watts RMS with 4-ohm impedance. The front doors do the heavy lifting in your soundstage. Component speakers will give you better separation than coaxials, though coaxials are easier to install. Those 1 inch tweeters in the A-pillars actually work pretty well with aftermarket front components... if you wire them correctly.
Can I use component speakers in my Volvo S80 front doors?
Yes, both 5.25 inch (1999-2006) and 6.5 inch (2007-2011) positions accept component systems. You'll mount the woofer in the door panel and typically use the existing tweeter location - either front dash position or A-pillar depending on your year. Component crossovers usually fit behind the door panel. The S80's factory amp might need bypassing though. Check if your system has individual amp channels for tweeters and woofers. Some installers run new tweeter wires to avoid the factory crossover network entirely.
What's the difference between the 2007 front tweeters and A-pillar tweeters in the Volvo S80?
The 2007 model had 1 inch tweeters in the front dash area, while 2008-2011 moved them to the A-pillars. A-pillar placement typically gives better stereo imaging since they're closer to ear level. Both locations use similar 1 inch drivers around 20-50 watts. The wiring harness changed between these years too. If you're upgrading to aftermarket components, the A-pillar location usually works better with most crossover designs. The front dash tweeters can create phase issues depending on your listening position.
Should I replace the 3 inch center speaker in my Volvo S80?
The center speaker mainly handles dialogue and some midrange fill from 2007-2011. It's not critical for stereo music listening. Focus your budget on front and rear door speakers first. That 3 inch driver probably runs around 25-40 watts and covers maybe 200Hz to 8kHz. Replacing it might improve clarity for phone calls or navigation prompts. But honestly? Most people won't notice much difference during normal music playback. The center channel gets more important if you're trying to create a true surround setup in your S80.