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4.38 out of 5 stars

Jury is still out

Jury is still out, 02/17/2009
2008 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful

The wife and I have been driving the XC90 V8 for a little over a year now. The drive is exceptional and the power is second to none. This vehicle drives like a fine tuned sports car and grips the road like velcro. The vehicle is a real head turner going down the road and at traffic lights. Dynaudio is the best. Navigation is OK, but could be a little better with response times. I have missed a turn or two when driving. I am a bit surprised that some of the interior plastic decor parts (pieces that cover some of the metal have fallen off and the middle console is loosey goosey when you go to store something away. We are leasing and will be turning the vehicle in at the end of 2009

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Love it!

Lars Hoej, 06/17/2008
2008 Volvo XC90 V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

My fourth Volvo, but SUV. A 2008 V8 Special Edition with practically all options. Paid $56,000 and have no regrets. The ride is smooth, steering responsive and road grip and stability far better than my wife's Acura MDX. Second row a bit cramped, but as it is meant for kids and they are more interested in the entertainment system, it's not a big issue. Air condition for the rear seats is on all the time, as it enhances the over-all airflow. The air quality system and BLIS makes highway traffic very comfortable. I drive the car pretty hard and has a mileage below 12, but the V8 sound is so great that it's hard not to use the power.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive and look at

Stevepei, 02/17/2009
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful

I was going to buy a Lexus RX350 but told the salesman that I had another appointment at the Volvo dealership that morning. I would most probably come back to close the deal with him after the appointment. After a test drive of Volvo XC90, I changed my mind right away. The car felt smooth, sturdy, and macho, having an excellent road grip at highway curves. I have driven the car for almost 5 months since then and never had a problem with its workmanship. Believe it or not, it is also a head turner on highway. One major complaint I have about the car is gas mileage, so far I have 14.8 m/g. Another complaint is its slow acceleration, but I have learned to live with that.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Solid SUV

Fuzzball, 02/02/2009
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 Special Edition 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

We leased this SUV after 7 leases of Volvo cars before it. We had outgrown any car they make and this is a perfect fit. Lots of room, extra row of seats, (not much room there) and all the emenities needed. The ride is solid, plenty of room for me, (6'2'') amd a son of the same size. The premium sound is great, there is more than enough power to enter the highway safely and easily, braking is solid also. Car looks great, very reliable and lots of room in the back for luggage and whatever you pick up at Home Depot. The leather seats are as comfortable as at home, heat is great, have yet to do a summer with the black leather interior, but we are not concerned.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love volvo

Tron, 02/16/2022
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2 Special Edition 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

The 2008 xc90 3.2 awd. I'm the second owner of the car and haven't touch 100k. Bought this one after our 08 s80 t6 awd got totalled. It does pick up slower than the tubro charged engine of the s80. But its comfortable to drive. I'm getting 16 mpg. Only things i have had to do to vehicle is basic maintenance item. Filters, spark plugs , brakes and oil. But overall the cost of ownership is low. And you can find parts and videos online to replace things

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