Used 2012 Volvo XC90 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 XC90, so we've included reviews for other years of the XC90 since its last redesign.
just purchased
david, 12/05/2009
2010 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
After an exhaustive look at a range of cars from the 4 Runner to the Range Rover Sport we settled on the XC90 and I think we got what we expected. An ok vehicle that has an appealing look but it's not flashy, and the interior is nice but creature comfort is lacking. What sold us was the relatively decent price for the number of features and the 5 yrs of free maintenance. We also like the spacious interior and the 3rd row seats are nice to have if needed and space is not compromised, although the 2nd row is a little tighter than some competitors. I'm 6' but could still sit there comfortably. This SUV will be a fill in for a few yrs until something in this $ range gets us excited.
Didn't expect the clunky-ness
mtgvolvo, 02/05/2012
2012 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
55 of 81 people found this review helpful
I'm bulletpointing those things that I find uninspiring: * putting key into ignition takes much accuracy * confusion with central controls for entertainment/ventilation - not intuitive * navigation - very confusing * the pop-up screen for rear assist and navigation being separate instead of built in. it powers upward when in reverse then returns in drive. Imagine going in reverse for 3 seconds and this screen going up hten down while you're driving forward. It sounds like the first component that will malfunction * must slam doors to shut * door lock/unlock system: it takes multiple presses to get the doors to unlock (except driver's) * no power for rear hatch * jerky acceleration
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The best family vehicle ever owned
MT, 03/12/2023
2010 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought this 2010 Volvo XC90 AWD in Nov of 2009. The story started with having two dealerships competing to provide me with the best price. We were not putting much miles on the family vehicle so, we leased it. Very little down, a 5 year lease, 3year maintenance, 5 year bumper to bumper warranty at $495/month. We bought it after the lease was up ~$10K. Over the next 3 years normal maintenance and extremely low loan payments. From year 8-13 front struts and wheel bearings. We finally traded her in at 13years 3 months with 180k miles for $2700 for a new Toyota Tacoma. A/C, sunroof, and rear hatch hydraulic arms needed work/replacement. The best auto I owned in my 30+ years of driving. Curious to see if the latest generation of XC90 will be as worthy as this one.
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Owned for 5 Years :: Drives Like a Tank
Lori, 01/21/2023
updated 07/24/2023
2012 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought "Vo" in 2018 as a safe car for our two teen boys to drive. It's been 5 years, we're at 109k miles, she's been in an accident -- not our son's fault. The other car took all the damage, crazy amount of damage. Vo had a broken tail light -- she did her job, kept my son safe. She's expensive to maintain, but she's a good car. Really nice, comfortable ride, super safe, total tank. We love our Vo! July 2023 update -- we had to replace the pistons and other major engine parts this spring. The cost of the repairs were about the same as the value of the car. She's been running great ever since. All in all, expensive to upkeep, but still a good car.
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Mold Smell in A/C system & Low Oil Level Warning
vmfromtx, 01/25/2013
2010 Volvo XC90 3.2 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
I bought my CX90 New and have owned it for over 2 years. My Volvo XC90 has an annoying issue. When I turn on the A/C, for the first 30 seconds, bad mold smell comes, and then I don't smell it. Reported to the dealer on 4 different occassions. They supposedly did everything ehey could, but the problem still persists. Recently, at 58000 miles, suddenly "Low Oil Level" sign came up. When I cheked the dipstick it was below minimum. Dealer supposedly checked it and found no oil leaks and says that they must not have put enough during the previous oil change, and that Volvo does eat some oil between service. I will have to monitor the oil level to see if there is a problem.