2001 Volvo S80 Speaker Sizes
The 2001 Volvo S80 speaker size chart provides factory speaker specifications and locations for replacement or aftermarket audio system upgrades. Information includes front door panel and rear door panel positions. Details cover OEM speaker configurations to assist with selecting compatible aftermarket components for audio system modifications.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2001 Volvo S80 Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 02001 Volvo S80 Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2001 Volvo S80 features different speaker sizes between front and rear locations, with 5.25 inch units in the front door panels and 6.5 inch units in the rear door panels. This size variation suggests that replacement planning should account for different fitment requirements depending on which positions are being upgraded.
- Both front and rear door panel speakers accommodate midbass or full-range driver configurations. Midbass speakers typically handle mid and low frequencies while requiring separate tweeters for high frequencies, whereas full-range speakers attempt to reproduce the entire frequency spectrum through a single driver unit with integrated whizzer cones or other high-frequency elements.
- The rear door panels may accept larger aftermarket speakers than the front doors due to the 6.5 inch opening, potentially allowing for greater cone area and increased bass response in rear seating positions. This size difference could influence staging and imaging characteristics when selecting replacement components.
- Full-range replacements might offer simpler installation without requiring additional tweeters or crossover networks, though dedicated component systems with separate midbass drivers and tweeters often provide superior frequency separation and soundstage definition in the 2001 Volvo S80.
- The radio head unit accepts both single DIN and double DIN form factors, providing flexibility for aftermarket receiver upgrades that could include built-in amplification or advanced equalization capabilities to optimize performance from replacement door speakers.