2024 Volvo XC90 RECHARGE T8 AWD (SUV) Full View Exterior And Interior

2024 Volvo XC90
Starting at $57.895

HIGHS
Still looks great after all these years, rich interior, multiple powertrain options.

LOWS
Cramped third row, middling infotainment system, options add up.

VERDICT
Despite its age, the Volvo XC90 continues to impress with its attractive design, high-quality insides, and versatile interior.

Overview
The second-generation Volvo XC90 continues to age gracefully. Despite entering its ninth model year, the 2024 XC90 remains one of the sharpest-looking mid-size luxury SUVs on the market. The same applies to the XC90's cabin, which benefits from a simple but modern interior design that's complemented by rich material choices. Cushy seats and plentiful space make the Volvo a fine place to while away miles. That said, the third row is on the tighter side—full-size passengers will want to sit elsewhere. Three powertrains are available, as well, and power ranges from as little as 247 horses in entry-level B5 form, to as much as 455 ponies in plug-in hybrid Recharge guise. The latter is also capable of driving up to 36 miles on battery-power alone. Of course, the XC90 has its flaws, and both its small dashboard display screen and cumbersome touchscreen infotainment controls may leave some buyers wanting. For the most part, though, this Swedish SUV's strengths outweigh its weaknesses. The 2024 Volvo XC90 may not be the best vehicle in the segment—which includes heavy hitters such as the Porsche Cayenne, the BMW X5, the Genesis GV80, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE-class—but it is good enough to warrant a spot on your mid-size luxury SUV shortlist.

What's New for 2024?
The 2024 Volvo XC90 is a largely carryover model. That said, Volvo makes a handful of small changes to the SUV's features and options menus, the most notable of which is the demise of the Dark theme and its black exterior trim pieces. The Bright theme and its chrome bits live on, though. Other updates include the likes of standard laminated side windows on the top-spec Ultimate trim and a newly available 22-inch wheel and tire package for the turbocharged and supercharged XC90 B6 Ultimate.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Even the B5 and B6 powertrains receive help from a 48-volt electric motor. B5 models feature a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine good for 247 horsepower. Moving up to the B6 powertrain, available on Plus and standard on Ultimate trim levels, increases output to 295 horsepower. The 455-hp plug-in-hybrid XC90 Recharge is the most powerful of the group. All-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission come with every XC90, no matter the trim level or powertrain. A Recharge shot to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds at our test track. As with many vehicles in this class, the Volvo leans noticeably around curves, but its steering responses are accurate and the wheel has a pleasing heft that splits the difference between feather-light and heavyweight. Our test car had the optional air suspension, which provided a pleasant, insulated ride. It also handled most road situations well. Some clattering from the chassis over particularly sharp bumps betrays minor road imperfections, one of only a few grievances with the otherwise graceful XC90.

Überblick
Der Volvo XC90 der zweiten Generation altert weiterhin in Würde. Obwohl der XC90 2024 in sein neuntes Modelljahr geht, bleibt er einer der elegantesten Mittelklasse-Luxus-SUVs auf dem Markt. Das Gleiche gilt für die Kabine des XC90, die von einem einfachen, aber modernen Innendesign profitiert, das durch eine reichhaltige Materialauswahl ergänzt wird. Bequeme Sitze und viel Platz machen den Volvo zu einem idealen Ort, um kilometerlange Fahrten zu unternehmen. Allerdings ist die dritte Reihe etwas enger – Passagiere in voller Größe möchten woanders sitzen. Drei Antriebsstränge sind ebenfalls verfügbar und die Leistung reicht von nur 247 Pferden in der B5-Einstiegsversion bis zu 455 Ponys in der Plug-in-Hybridversion Recharge. Letzterer ist auch in der Lage, allein mit Batteriestrom bis zu 36 Meilen weit zu fahren. Natürlich hat der XC90 seine Mängel, und sowohl sein kleiner Bildschirm im Armaturenbrett als auch die umständlichen Touchscreen-Infotainment-Bedienelemente könnten bei manchen Käufern zu wünschen übrig lassen. Die Stärken dieses schwedischen SUV überwiegen jedoch größtenteils seine Schwächen. Der Volvo XC90 2024 ist vielleicht nicht das beste Fahrzeug in diesem Segment – ​​zu dem Schwergewichte wie der Porsche Cayenne , der BMW X5 , der Genesis GV80 und die Mercedes-Benz GLE-Klasse gehören –, aber er ist gut genug, um einen Platz zu rechtfertigen auf Ihrer Shortlist für mittelgroße Luxus-SUVs.

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