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2025 Volvo XC90
MSRP: $58.695–$72.345
HIGHS
Looks that are aging gracefully, plush designer cabin, refined powertrains.
LOWS
Infotainment interface needs more physical buttons, undersized third row, rivals’ sixes beat Volvo’s fours in fuel economy.
VERDICT
Volvo’s three-row crossover is a beautifully dressed, compelling mid-size luxury SUV with unmistakable curb appeal.
Overview
Although it hasn’t been fully redesigned in ten model years, the 2025 Volvo XC90 remains an alluring option among mid-size luxury crossovers. A styling-and-interior refresh that arrives in the first quarter extends the XC90’s lifespan even further. (Early 2025s don’t get the refresh.) A trio of powertrains is available, starting with the base B5, which offers 247 horsepower from a turbocharged four-cylinder. The next-rung-up B6 adds a supercharger to this engine and boosts power to 295 horsepower; both rely on a 48-volt hybrid system. Speaking of hybrids, there’s the T8 plug-in-hybrid model (reviewed separately), which pumps out 455 horsepower and can travel up to 33 miles on electric power before the battery depletes. Fine materials enrich the XC90’s designer interior, including beautiful open-pore wood trim, soft leather, and tasteful brightwork. The XC90’s road manners are agreeable, though the ride can get stiff on the optional 22-inch wheels over broken pavement. The freshened model’s revised suspension might do a better job of handling road imperfections, but we couldn’t get a sense of the improvement on smooth Swedish roads during our test drive. With styling that still looks modern and a cabin offering the same high-quality treatment as top rivals, the XC90 remains a strong competitor to newer SUVs like the Porsche Cayenne, the BMW X5, the Genesis GV80, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE-class. As one of our favorites in its segment, the Volvo XC90 has earned a spot on our Editors’ Choice list for 2025.
What’s New for 2025?
Volvo has reworked several areas of the XC90 but that updated version remains a 2025 model-year vehicle. Confusing matters is the fact that early 2025s don’t get the refresh, which should hit showrooms in the first quarter of 2025. It features revised front-end styling, a redesigned dashboard, updated interior materials, improved sound-deadening for a quieter cabin, tweaked suspension tuning, and a new 11.2-inch infotainment display. The current XC90 will also be sold during the 2025 calendar year alongside the updated model until stocks run out. The entry-level Core trim now comes with 20-inch wheels instead of 19s and the mid-range Plus trim gets laminated acoustic side window glass for better sound insulation. The top-spec Ultimate trim has also been renamed; it’s now called Ultra and can be had with your choice of any of the XC90’s three powertrains. This year also marks the debut of the electric EX90 model.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2025 Volvo XC90 is expected to start around $58.695 and go up to $72.000 depending on the trim and options.
Read More https://www.caranddriver.com/volvo/xc90
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