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Volvo To Carry Sirus Satellite Radio

  • Volvo S80
  • Volvo S60
  • Volvo V70
  • Volvo XC70

    These Volvo vehicles come with factory-equipped radios that are SIRIUS-ready, and display artist, song title and category when playing SIRIUS. To facilitate dealer installations, Volvo also offers a pre-wire solution as a factory installed option. To obtain SIRIUS service, the dealer must install a SIRIUS receiver and antenna. Pricing is available at local Volvo dealerships.

    When customers purchase the Volvo SIRIUS Satellite Radio kit, have it installed, and pre-pay $142.45 for 11-months of service at $12.95 per month, they will automatically receive 13 months of SIRIUS service, or two additional months at no extra cost. Plus, for a limited time only, Volvo will reimburse customers for the full cost of the subscription. This offer applies to Volvo SIRIUS Satellite Radio kits purchased from March 1 to May 31 of this year.

    SIRIUS is also expected to be available in additional Volvo vehicles in the near future.

Ian Bell
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