2025 Volvo XC90

The XC90 is Volvo’s venerable three-row SUV. It’s been around in its current guise for eight years now, and it’s getting a little long in the tooth. That said, it still puts on perfect display what Volvo does best. It features a wonderfully crafted interior that doesn’t feel its age, a spacious cabin, and a set of controls that are easy to understand and use. It also offers an efficient plug-in hybrid for those who want a little bit of electrification without going all the way into the EV space.

Edmunds spotlight: No new XC90 in sight

Volvo recently unveiled the EX90, a three-row fully electric crossover SUV that now serves as the brand's flagship model. Volvo is a brand that is single-minded on going full EV, and that means the XC90 will likely be exactly the same as it is now until Volvo decides to put it out to pasture. Still, if you're interested in safety, comfort and Swedish luxury, the XC90 is a great option.

Competitors to consider

The XC90 exists in a supremely competitive class of SUV. The Mercedes-Benz GLE, BMW X5 and Audi Q7 are all direct competitors to the Volvo. They offer the newest technologies, more powerful engine options, and even more in the way of luxury features. That said, they are also significantly more expensive than the XC90 and feature options lists that only send the price further skyward. The Lexus TX is another excellent competitor that's reasonably priced, far more spacious and more modern.

We're still fans of the XC90 after all this time, but we certainly wish Volvo would bring out a brand-new one to better compete with its rivals from Germany and Japan.