The target market for the Volvo XC90 has been midsize luxury SUV buyers after its introduction in the market in 2015. Perfectly adapted to compete with other luxury midsize crossover, the stylish interior, potent power train and numerous safety systems make the XC90 a worthy competitor. In this 2023 Volvo XC90 review we’ll walkthrough all the playing areas and determine if it is still competitive in the market when it comes to its design, performance, comfort, safety and technology.
Exterior Design
As for the exterior form, the new 2023 Volvo XC90 does not deceive expectations, referencing Sweden through focused thoroughness and simplicity of the vehicle’s lines. The front end includes the Volvo car grille, Thor’s Hammer LED headlights providing the automobile an intense exterior appearance. The rich body side and muscular fender gives it an athlete like look while the available wheel is a 20 inch alloy wheel type.
The SUV has a total height of roughly 6.1 feet, width of 6.4 feet and has a remarkable length of 16.7 feet; thus can comfortably accommodate a midsize car. The standard features include the panoramic sunroof, there is an available power-operated tailgate, and the advanced integrated roof rails add to the importance as well as the outlook of the car.
Interior Comfort and Space
As soon as you enter the 2023 Volvo XC90’s interior, you in for an intensive comfort with outstanding workmanship and high-quality materials. Synonymous with elegance, sophistication, and simplicity are the large vertical center stacking controlling all options, piano black trim, and shift knob respectively. Premium leather interior trim; available Nappa leather; wood inlays, further contributes to the production of the classy ambiance.
Depending on the configuration the XC90 can have a capacity of up to seven persons, including individual second-row bucket seats or a three-spacer second-row bench. The second row has extensive leg space and foldable backrests, and the third row, in contrast to many rivals, has enough room for kids and tiny adults. The second and third rows benefit from LATCH child seat connectors as well.
There is a lot of space in terms of cargo; Volvo XC90 offers 15.8 ft3 with the third row up, 48.5 ft3 with the third row down, and a total 85.7 ft3 for the family that dropped the second and third rows. Integrated with the power-fold third-row seats and 40/20/40 split-folding second-row seats for maximum cargo hauling solutions.
Engine and Performance
The new 2023 Volvo XC90 arrived with drive, featuring a 2.0-liter turbocharged and supercharged four-cylinder engine, 316 horsepower, and 295 pound-feet of torque. The eight-speed automatic with all-wheel drive really smooths out the ride, and the powerplant is mated with this plant. The T8 Twin Engine available as an option offers the powertrain of the T5 Twin Engine supplemented by an electric motor, developing a total output of 400 horsepower and 472 ft-lbs of torque.
On the road, the XC90 provides balanced handling and a comfortable ride heighten by a new structural member and low ground height. If you can afford it, the air suspension that’s in this XC90 raises the ride height up so the body is lifted up a bit and also makes this XC90 better at off road terrain. Under regular driving, the XC90 consumes gas at an average of 18 mpg in the urban regions and 26 mpg in the peripheral regions with standard engine. The T8 plug-in hybrid claims an efficiency of 54 MPGe with an all-electric range of 18 miles.
Safety Features and Technology
Volvo is no less than a safety brand and 2023 Volvo XC90 embodies it completely and wholeheartedly. The SUV also boasts many safety technologies as standard to include City Safety that is Volvo’s semi self-driving technology which includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and auto brake. Volvo also has other available safety features – Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), Cross Traffic Alert, Run-off Road Protection and Safe Exit Assist System respectively which make sure doors can be opened if there is no traffic in that direction.
Like the other features of the XC90, its technology is very advanced: the car comes standard with a 9-inch vertically oriented touchscreen infotainment system that controls most of the operation. The tech hub is user-friendly and carries short response time; it includes smartphone integration through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Recommended accessories can be a Bowers & Wilkins premium sound, with fifteen speakers, one thousand, four hundred Watts and Wi-Fi hotspot for internet connection.
Conclusion
Its right balance between comfort and performance, safety and technology made Prolonged a strong candidate to become some sort of flagship car from Volvo in the mid-sized luxury SUV section in 2023. Its look and feel, large and comfortable interior, muscular engines, and a range of safety systems put it firmly in the consideration category where the competition is fierce. Of course, the XC90 is not the most practical car for families with relatively large children but as a top-shelf midsize luxury SUV with top-shelf features it is a great choice.
