Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a mid-size luxury SUV<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars since 2002 and now in its second generation.

The first generation was introduced at the 2002 North American International Auto Show and used the Volvo P2 platform shared with the first generation Volvo S80 and other large Volvo cars. It was manufactured at Volvo's Torslandaverken in Sweden. Volvo moved production equipment of the first generation to China and ended Swedish production at the end of 2014, renaming the car as the Volvo XC Classic (or Volvo XC90 Classic).

At the end of 2014, the second generation XC90 was introduced. It is based on a new global platform, the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA). Both generations of the XC90 have won Motor TrendTemplate:'s SUV of the Year award in their debuts.

In late 2022, the electric-only EX90 was introduced as the successor of the XC90. However, in September 2024, Volvo launched the second facelift of XC90, and stated that both models would be sold together for the foreseeable future.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref>

Template:Anchor First generation (2002)

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Volvo XC90 pre-facelift

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Interior

In January 2001, Volvo débuted its Adventure Concept Car at the North American International Auto Show, to gauge reaction to the styling and features of its upcoming SUV.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> In November 2001, Volvo released a teaser image showing the frontal styling of the production version, named the XC90. Notable as Volvo's first SUV model, the styling of the XC90 recalled the concept.<ref name = "First pics: Volvo joins the off-road boom">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> In January 2002, the full XC90 unveiling occurred, at the North American International Auto Show.<ref name = "First pics: Volvo joins the off-road boom"/> Production began in August 2002, after Volvo's traditional mid-year shutdown, with the first XC90s coming out of the Torslanda factory in Sweden.<ref name = "First pics: Volvo joins the off-road boom"/>

At its North American launch for the 2003 model year, the XC90 was presented with a choice of two trim levels, the 2.5 T and the T6. The 2.5 T was the entry level version and offered a 2.5-litre B5254T2 "T5" turbocharged inline-five engine, producing Template:Convert and Template:Convert mated to an Aisin co-developed five-speed AW55-50/51 automatic. The T6 offered a 2.9-litre B6294T twin-turbocharged inline-six with Template:Convert and Template:Convert mated to a GM-sourced, Volvo-modified four-speed 4T65EV/GT automatic. While the 2.5T came standard with front-wheel drive, a Haldex Traction all-wheel drive (AWD) system was optional. The T6 was offered only with the AWD system.

A Yamaha V8 engine was added in 2005. This 4.4-litre Volvo B8444S engine produces Template:Cvt and Template:Cvt of torque.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Volvo sold just over 40,000 XC90 units in North America that year.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The XC90 won the North American Car of the Year award and Motor Trend magazine's Sport/Utility of the Year for 2003.

Jeremy Clarkson, ex-host of Top Gear, has previously owned three XC90s,<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> and claims they were designed by "someone who must've had children due to its practicality."

Facelifts

2007 update

The XC90 was updated for 2007 with a restyled front and rear and a revised interior. The Template:Convert 3.2 L SI6 straight-6 engine replaced the Template:Convert B524T2 straight-5 in the base model for the US market. The 2007 XC90 debuted in April 2006 at the New York Auto Show.

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  2007 update

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  2007 update

2009, 2010, and 2012 updates

For model year (MY) 2009, the XC90 received a new rear logo, featuring larger lettering with wider spaces between the "VOLVO" letters.

In 2010, all XC90 models received painted wheel arches (previously they were optional). In addition, a new, larger, circular Volvo logo appeared on the front grille.

For MY 2012, new LED tail-lights became available on certain models, although entry-level models retain the previous style. For MY 2013, the XC90 received a cosmetic refresh that included standard LED daytime running lights and taillights, and exterior revisions including body colour bumpers, rocker panels and silver trim replacing black plastic trim.

The refreshed model went on sale during late spring 2012 with a base price of Template:USD for a front-wheel drive base model.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref> For the 2014 model year the base price is Template:USD.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

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  2009 update

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  2009 update

First generation models

XC90 Ocean Race

In 2001 Volvo became the main sponsor of an around-the-world sailing race, now called the Volvo Ocean Race. The 2005 edition was the first in which all competitors used the same boat known as the Volvo Open 70, a Template:Convert racing yacht made for a crew of 10+ and to be robust enough to survive the open ocean.

In early 2006, Volvo released a special version called Ocean Race Edition. Special blue colour, leather interior with contrast stitching and special interior trim.<ref>Template:Cite press release</ref> A total of 800 were made.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

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  Volvo XC90 Ocean Race

XC90 Sport

Between 2006 and 2008 Volvo released the Sport trim, which eventually came to bridge the gap between the R series that was available for the S60 and V70, and the R design badge that ultimately usurped the R series.

In the XC90 Sport, the engine was rated at the same power as in the non-Sport XC90s, but the suspension was markedly stiffer due to different shocks and added roll bars, giving it considerably less body roll in curves. Also, the power steering was tweaked to provide a more direct feel at higher speeds. Furthermore, it borrowed the blue background for the odometer in the dash and got 5-spoke Vulcanis rims. The Sport was marketed in Passion Red and also available in Black Sapphire, Titanium Grey and Electric Silver.

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  Volvo XC90 Sport, model year 2008

XC Classic

The first generation Volvo XC90 was sold in China as the XC Classic.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> It was produced at the Volvo factory located in Daqing,<ref name = XCC1>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Heilongjiang Province, with necessary tooling shipped from Sweden.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Equipment levels were changed compared to the international versions, and only one engine, a 2.5L turbo petrol 5-cylinder engine<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> with 220 hp, was available. All XC Classic models came with AWD as standard and either a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> It was priced below the second generation XC90.<ref name = XCC1/>

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  XC Classic (CN)

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  XC Classic (CN)

Technical specifications

Specification	D3 AWD	D4 FWD	D5 FWD / D5 AWD	D5 FWD / D5 AWD	D5 FWD / D5 AWD	2.5T FWD / 2.5T AWD	3.2 FWD / 3.2 AWD	T6 AWD	V8 AWD
Length	Template:Convert
Width	Template:Convert
Height	Template:Convert
Wheelbase	Template:Convert
Ground Clearance	Template:Convert
Luggage area volume	249 L
Seats	5 or 7
Fuel	Diesel					Petrol
Year(s)	2009	2013	2003–2004	2005–2011	2012–2014	2003–2006	2007–2014	2003–2005	2005–2011
Curb weight	Template:Convert	Template:Convert		Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert		Template:Convert
Engine	I5 turbo					I5 turbo	I6	I6 twin-turbo	V8
Engine code	citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>	D5244T5	D5244T	citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>	citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>	B5254T2	B6324S	B6294T	B8444S
Displacement (cc)	Template:Cvt					Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt
Fuel economy (mixed)	8.1 L/100 km	8.1 L/100Km		8.2–9 L/100Km	8.3 L/100Km	11.2 L/100 km	10.2–19.9 L/100 km		11.0–13.5 L/100 km
Max power output	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt
Max torque	Template:Cvt at 1920–2800 rpm	Template:Cvt at 1750–3000 rpm	Template:Cvt at 1750–3000 rpm	Template:Cvt at 2000–2750 rpm	Template:Cvt at 1920–2800 rpm	Template:Cvt at 1500 rpm	Template:Cvt at 3200 rpm	Template:Cvt at 1750–3000 rpm	Template:Cvt at 1800-5000 rpm
Acceleration Template:Convert (sec)
Top speed	Template:Convert	Template:Convert		Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic		Manual or Automatic	Automatic	Manual or Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
CO2 emissions (g/km)	216	212		217–239	219	269	265–281		317
Environmental classification (EU)				Euro 4	Euro 5	Euro 5

Safety

The Volvo XC90's front end is designed to absorb frontal impacts and also deflect any pedestrians up on to the hood of the vehicle rather than underneath the vehicle. Volvo has patented the unique frontal structure that features crumple zones, and predetermined positions for the engine and other ancillaries during a frontal impact.Template:Citation needed

The XC90's roof is reinforced with ultra-high-strength steel to help prevent a collapse in the passenger cavity in the event of a roll-over. This Volvo system is marketed as ROPS, and is closely associated with the Roll Stability Control (RSC), electronic stability control (DSTC), and SIPS systems of Volvo to prevent and ultimately minimise accident forces. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration measures the roll-over risk of the 2013 XC90 as 17.9%.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }} (click Rollover)</ref> The maximum sideway thrust is 0.77g.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The XC90's rear structure has been designed to absorb impact energy, with occupants are also protected by a whiplash protection system. Marketed as WHIPS, the system cradles the occupants during a rear-end collision.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the Volvo XC90 their Top Safety Pick award. The XC90 was granted the IIHS's rating of "good" in front, side, rear and roof strength tests and has Electronic Stability Control as standard equipment to receive the award.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The industry-first Roll Stability Control was first introduced in XC90 in 2003.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

At the end of July 2007, Volvo Car Corp. announced the recall of 42,211 2005 model year XC90s for risk of battery short circuit and fire. The vehicles were manufactured in the Swedish Torslanda Plant between 7 June 2004, and 13 May 2005.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref> The recall only applies to cars in the US and Canada.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> There have been no reports of short circuiting in the vehicles.Template:Citation needed

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Small overlap front	Good1
Moderate overlap front	Good
Side (2005–2014 models)	Good
Roof strength	Good2
Head restraints & seats	Good3

¹ vehicle structure rated "Good"

² strength-to-weight ratio: 4.51

³ seat/head restraint geometry rated "Good"

Template:Anchor Second generation (2015)

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2018 Volvo XC90 T6 R-Design

In May 2012 Volvo announced that the second generation XC90 would go into production in late 2014, unveiled to the public in Stockholm on August 26, 2014,<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> with orders being taken in 2014 and the vehicle officially going on sale in 2015.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref> The SUV would be sold in Europe, Asia and North America, with the United States expected to account for at least a third of global sales.<ref name=XC90PHEV>Template:Cite news</ref>

Volvo had begun development of a second generation XC90 using Ford's EUCD platform under the codename Y305, but was cancelled in 2008 as Ford wouldn't have enough funds to also facelift the rest of the Volvo lineup.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The XC90 is based on Volvo's new platform, marketed as Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) technology which features a stronger platform offering weight reduction while improving safety and efficiency.Template:Citation needed

The vehicle is longer, wider and lower than its predecessor.<ref name="AutoTrader.com">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> All engines in the XC90 are 2.0-litre four-cylinder Drive-E powertrains with Volvo's eight-speed Geartronic transmission, delivered by Aisin. The line-up include two petrol engines: a twincharged Template:Cvt T6, producing Template:Convert of torque and a turbocharged Template:Convert T5, producing Template:Convert of torque, two diesel engines: a twin turbo Template:Convert D5, producing Template:Convert of torque and a turbocharged Template:Convert D4, producing Template:Convert of torque. The top-of-the-line model is the XC90 T8 Twin Engine, a plug-in hybrid which combines the more powerful petrol engine at the front with an electric motor at the rear to produce Template:Convert and Template:Convert of torque.<ref name="The all-new Volvo XC90">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The First Edition of the all-new Volvo XC90, was 1,927 individually numbered cars only available for sale via digital commerce, and sold out in 47 hours after orders opened on 3 September 2014.<ref name="The all-new Volvo XC90"/> All 1,927 of the First Edition models, which could feature either the Petrol T6 or Diesel D5 engine, were finished in Onyx Black and feature 21-inch alloy wheels and include every available vehicle option. The limited production run number represents the year the Swedish brand was launched, with each model fitted with uniquely numbered tread plates and a distinctive rear mounted badge,<ref name=AutoexpressParis>Template:Cite news</ref> with customers able to select their XC90 First Edition numbers. Number 1 was allocated to Carl XVI Gustav, the King of Sweden, with number 10 going to Zlatan Ibrahimović, a Swedish professional footballer.

Design

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Interior

The new XC90 has a redesigned chassis with double wishbone front suspension and a new integral link rear axle incorporating transverse leaf spring of lightweight material.<ref name=CandD>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> The new XC90 can also be equipped with electronically controlled air suspension with a choice of five modes.<ref name="The all-new Volvo XC90"/>

The interior features a 9" tablet-like touch screen control console along with steering wheel controls and voice-control system, all linked to an interface, marketed as Sensus, which allows for access to cloud-based apps including Internet radio, connected navigation, parking, music streaming, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hot spot for using a tablet in the car. Other features include a gear lever made of Orrefors crystal as well as diamond-cut controls for the start/stop button and drive mode control, located on the centre console between the driver and passenger seats.

The highest level audio system in the XC90 features a 1400W Class-D amplifier and 19 Bowers & Wilkins speakers as well as one of the first air-ventilated subwoofers in a car.Template:Citation needed Integrated into the car body, it turns the entire interior space into a large subwoofer. The latest sound processing software has been used to manage the timing of the sound and co-ordination of the speakers.

The vehicle's seats have also been redesigned with adjustable side bolsters, seat cushion extension and massage. The second row features three individual seats with recline adjustment. A sliding function can be used to create more legroom for the passengers in the third row or to increase loading space. An integrated child booster cushion in the centre seat is available. The Volvo XC90 seats five people in two rows of seating or seven people in three rows of seating. The five-seat layout version of the XC90 was discontinued after the 2017 model year, as third-row seating was made standard on all Volvo XC90s regardless of trim level and powertrain choice (with the exception of the Excellence Trim level) from the 2018 model year. Second-row captain chairs, which eliminates the centre seat in the second row and reduces capacity to six people, became optional on the Volvo XC90 in 2019 for the 2020 model year.

Volvo Cars' air purification system has been improved by adding a new carbon filter for more efficient capture of small, particles and pollen in the incoming air. The second generation XC90 offers a 360-degree view system capable of providing the driver with a birds-eye view, whereby information from all cameras is gathered and digitally integrated in a central processor to form a 360-degree image. The rear sensing system, marketed as Park Assist Pilot, offers automatic reversing into a parking bay.<ref name="The all-new Volvo XC90"/>

The 2nd generation XC90 was the first Volvo to carry the company's new, more prominent iron mark, which has the iconic arrow aligned with the diagonal metallic slash across the grille,<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> along with T-shaped LED daytime running lights known as "Thor's Hammer" by Volvo designers.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The car is available in five trim levels (Volvo describing it as "expressions"), namely Kinetic (base trim level), Momentum, Inscription (a more luxurious trim), R-design (a sportier trim) and Excellence (ultra-luxury).<ref name="The all-new Volvo XC90"/><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Safety

The Second Generation Volvo XC90 SUV feature (IntelliSafe), including Run-off-road protection package and Auto brake at intersection.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref name="Volvo XC90 is the world safest SUV">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The Volvo XC90 safety systems include:

• Run-off-road protection package. In a run-off-road scenario, the all-new Volvo XC90 detects what is happening and the front safety belts are tightened to keep the occupants in position. To help prevent Spinal cord injury, energy-absorbing functionality between the seat and seat frame cushions the vertical forces that can arise when the car encounters a hard landing in the terrain.<ref name = "The all-new Volvo XC90"/>
• City Safety with auto brake in intersections. The XC90 is the first car in the world with technology that features automatic braking if the driver turns in front of an oncoming car.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation

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• IntelliSafe with City Safety has become the umbrella name for all of Volvo Cars' auto brake Collision avoidance functions, which are standard equipment in the new XC90. This equipment now covers vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians in front of the car during both day and night.
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Pilot Assist traffic jam assistant enables safe and comfortable semi-autonomous driving by automatically following the vehicle ahead in stop-and-go traffic. Acceleration, braking and now also steering are controlled automatically.<ref name = "The all-new Volvo XC90"/>

Pilot Assist II 2017 model year

A lane departure warning system includes a semi-autonomous drive technology, Pilot Assist II as standard on the XC90 in selected markets for the 2017 model year.<ref>Template:Cite press release</ref>

The Volvo brand has also made the claim that "By 2020, nobody shall be seriously injured or killed in a new Volvo."<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Euro NCAP tested a 2015 XC90 (model year 2016), 5-door SUV with standard equipment. Euro NCAP regards the XC90 model as a "best in class" performer.<ref>Template:Cite press release</ref> NHTSA only recorded for rollover.

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Overall:	Template:Rating	Overall:	Template:Rating
Frontal – Driver:	Template:Rating	Adult occupant:	37 pts / 97%
Frontal – Passenger:	Template:Rating	Child occupant:	24 pts / 87%
Side – Driver:	Template:Rating	Pedestrian:	26 pts / 72%
Side – Passenger:	Template:Rating	Driver assist:	13 pts / 100%
Side Pole – Driver:	Template:Rating
Rollover:	Template:Rating / 17.9%

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety also crash-tested the XC90, and presented the following results:

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Category	Rating
Small overlap front: driver side	Good1
Small overlap front: passenger side	Good1
Moderate overlap front	Good
Side	Good
Roof strength	Good2
Head restraints & seats	Good3

¹ vehicle structure rated "Good"

² strength-to-weight ratio: 5.18

³ seat/head restraint geometry rated "Good"

With over 50,000 vehicles sold in the UK by 2018, no driver or passenger fatality had been recorded.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref>

T8

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Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid

The T8 plug-in hybrid version of the XC90 is based on technology used in the Volvo V60 PHEV.<ref name=XC90PHEV/> The batteries, which are situated at the centre of the vehicle, can be charged using an electric vehicle charger and can also store energy recovered by regenerative braking. Volvo says that the XC90 T8 sacrifices no passenger or cargo space to accommodate the hybrid equipment.<ref name="AutoTrader.com"/> However, the tank capacity was reduced to Template:Convert<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> for 2016-2018 models and the spare tire was removed.

The vehicle emits 49 g/km of CO₂ and has an all-electric range of Template:Convert under the New European Driving Cycle. Normal driving is conducted in the default hybrid mode, but the driver can switch to a mode that uses only electric power, with zero emission driving.<ref>Template:Cite press release</ref> Under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tests, at launch, the XC90 T8 had an all-electric range of Template:Convert, with some petrol consumption (0.1 gal/100 mi), so the actual all-electric range was rated between Template:Convert.<ref name=VolvoXC90T8/>

The EPA, under its five-cycle tests, rated the 2016 model year XC90 T8 energy consumption in all-electric mode at 58 kWh per 100 miles, which translates into a combined city/highway fuel economy of 53 miles per gallon petrol equivalent (MPG-e) (Template:Convert petrol equivalent). When powered only by the petrol engine, EPA's official combined city/highway fuel economy is Template:Convert.<ref name=VolvoXC90T8>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

At launch, for the 2016 model year, the XC90 T8 used a Template:Cvt lithium-ion battery (Template:Cvt usable).<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Over time, Volvo continued to gradually increase the battery size. In 2017, for the 2018 model year, it was increased to Template:Cvt (Template:Cvt usable);<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> for the 2020 model year, it was increased to Template:Cvt;<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> and for the 2023 model year, it was increased to Template:Cvt.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Deliveries of the XC90 T8 PHEV began in the United States in August 2015.<ref name= Sales082015US>Template:Cite news</ref> Sales in Europe totaled 2,653 units in 2015.<ref name=Europe2015>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Cumulative sales in the US totaled 488 units up until February 2016.<ref name=Sales2015US>Template:Cite news A total of 86 units of the Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid were sold in the US in 2015.</ref><ref name=Sales022016US>Template:Cite news A total of 402 units of the Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid were sold in the U.S. in 2015.</ref> According to Volvo, sales of the plug-in variant represent 20% of Volvo XC90 global sales by mid-March 2016.<ref>Template:Cite news See press release.</ref>

In 2021, the T8 powertrain was updated with a more powerful electric motor (delivering Template:Convert), updated engine and increased battery capacity (Template:Cvt). <ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Trim levels

The second-generation Volvo XC90 is available in three distinct trim levels: Momentum, R Design, and Inscription. Momentum is the "base" design, and does not include features such as full leather-trimmed seating surfaces, woodgrain interior trim, or a GPS navigation system as standard equipment. The R Design features "Nubuck" upholstery and a sports exterior body kit, as well as dark trim accents on the exterior and interior. Inscription is the top-of-the-line design, and features full perforated Napa leather-trimmed seating surfaces, woodgrain interior trim, dual heated front, optional heated outboard rear seats, and additional bright accents on the exterior. For 2017, an "Excellence" trim was introduced (see below) with the "T8" plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain as standard equipment, as well as additional luxury features.

XC90 T8 Excellence

For 2017, a new "Excellence" trim level was introduced as a luxury-oriented version of the XC90. The Excellence offered a four-passenger (front/rear) seating configuration, which included rear "lounge" bucket seats that were heated and ventilated. Additional features included the Bowers and Wilkins premium surround-sound audio system with amplifier, heated and ventilated front and rear seats, a dual-pane panoramic power moonroof, rear seat entertainment system, and the "T8" plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. There were a limited number of additional options available for the Excellence trim. The Excellence trim was discontinued following the 2020 model year, leaving the Inscription as the top trim level of the XC90.

Facelift (2019)

In February 2019, for the 2020 model year, the XC90 received a mid-cycle facelift.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> The facelift included revised front and rear fascias includes a new front grille design, new exterior colours, new wheel designs, the Sensus infotainment system became compatible with Android Auto, and the addition of a new kinetic energy recovery braking system.

For the 2021 model year, the "T8" powertrain was renamed the "XC90 Recharge".<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Revised Trim Levels

In 2022, for the 2023 model year, the base Momentum was replaced with the Core and Plus models depending on options, the R Design replaced with Plus and Ultimate models optioned with the Dark Theme, and the Inscription replaced with Plus and Ultimate models optioned in the Bright Theme. The range now included various previously cost-extra options as standard features.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

In 2023, Volvo removed conventional engines as an option, meaning mild hybrids are the base engine option in the US, denoted with a "B" distinction.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

In March 2024, the XC90 was the final Volvo car built with a diesel engine.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

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  Volvo XC90 (first facelift)

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  Volvo XC90 (first facelift)

Facelift (2024)

In September 2024, for the 2025.5 model year, the XC90 received a second facelift.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Changes include a redesigned front fascia with new headlights and grille design, a modified front bumper, updated tinted LED taillights, a new 11.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system, increased interior storage spaces with a repositioned wireless charging pad, the dashboard features redesigned air vents and decorative materials made from recycled materials, and increased sound insulation. For 2025, the Ultimate trim level is now denoted as Ultra.

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  Volvo XC90 (second facelift)

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  Volvo XC90 (second facelift)

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  Interior

Asia markets

Volvos sold in Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam are all imported from Malaysia's Volvo factory in Shah Alam.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The XC90 has also been selling in India since September 2015 coming from the Volvo plant in Bengaluru, India.Template:Cn

Technical data

Specification	D4 FWD / AWD	D5 AWD	B5 AWD	T5 AWD	T6 AWD	B6 AWD	T8 Twin-Engine
Length	Template:Convert
Width	Template:Convert
Height	Template:Convert
Wheelbase	Template:Convert
Luggage area volume	Template:Convert
Seats	5 or 7						4 or 7
Curb weight	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert		Template:Convert
Tank Capacity	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	Template:Convert	50L (13.2 US gal; 11 imp gal)
Cylinders	In-line 4 (4 valves/cylinder)
Engine	2.0L Turbo Diesel	2.0L Twin-turbo Diesel	2.0L D420T2 Mild-Hybrid Turbo Petrol	2.0L Turbo Petrol	2.0L Turbocharged & Supercharged "twincharged" petrol	2.0L B420T27 Mild-Hybrid Turbocharged & Supercharged "twincharged" petrol	2.0L Turbo Petrol with Supercharger and Electric motor (Twin Engine)
Displacement (cc)	1969
Fuel economy (Mixed)	5.2–5.7 L/100 km	5.7 L/100 km	6.5–9.5 L/100 km	7.7 L/100 km	8.1 L/100 km	L/100 km	2.1 L/100 km
Fuel economy (Country road)	4.9–5.4 L/100 km	5.4 L/100 km	— L/100 km	0 L/100 km	0 L/100 km	— L/100 km	0 L/100 km
Fuel economy (City)	5.8–6.2 L/100 km	6.3 L/100 km	— L/100 km	9.5 L/100 km	10.1 L/100 km	— L/100 km	0 L/100 km
Max power output	Template:Convert	Template:Convert @ 4250 rpm	Template:Convert @ 4250 rpm	Template:Convert	Template:Convert @ 5700 rpm	Template:Convert @ 5700 rpm	Template:Convert
Max torque	Template:Convert	Template:Convert @ 1750–2500 rpm	Template:Convert @ 1750–2500 rpm	Template:Convert	Template:Convert @ 2200–4500 rpm	Template:Convert @ 2200–4500 rpm	Template:Convert
Acceleration Template:Convert (sec)	9.2–9.4	7.8	7.6	8.2	6.5	7.5	5.6
Top speed	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt	Template:Cvt
Transmission	8-speed Geartronic Aisin AW TG-81SC automatic
CO2 emissions (g/km)	136–149	149	171–199	176	184	210	49
Environmental classification (EU)	Euro 6b	Euro 6b	Euro 6b	Euro 6b	Euro 6b	Euro 6b	Euro 6b

Awards and recognition

• Motor Trend's 2003 SUV of the Year
• Motor Trend's 2016 SUV of the Year
• Yahoo Autos 2016 Tech Ride of the Year<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation

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• The 2016 XC90 was named one of the top ten tech cars in 2016 by IEEE Spectrum.<ref>Template:Cite journal</ref>

Sales

Retail sales volume

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2002	4,379	1,143
2003	35,791	17,587
2004	39,230	32,032
2005	36,025	35,179
2006	33,241	34,921	85,064
2007	31,358	27,961	79,140
2008	18,981	15,999	52,872
2009	10,757	11,252	32,754
2010	10,119	14,691	37,597
2011	10,609	13,216	39,631
2012	9,513	9,387	31,290
2013	6,845	7,690	23,784
2014	3,952	6,931	17,869
2015	12,777	20,487	43,102
2016	32,526	35,471	92,449
2017	30,996	30,367	87,518
2018	31,609	30,356	94,182
2019	35,760	29,252	100,729
2020	34,251	24,584	92,458
2021	38,657	29,339	108,231
2022	34,101	26,407	97,130
2023	39,920		107,549
2024	39,492		108,621

External links

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• Official website