Used 2017 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A) Consumer Reviews
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Very happy!
Pam Nichols, Atlanta, GA, 10/09/2016
Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A)
14 of 17 people found this review helpful
I've never had a perfect car for me but this is quite close. My husband refused to ever drive an SUV but he loves this car. He's always looking for an excuse to drive. It has power! There are lots of extras in the inscription that are worth the extra money. I like the larger tires and leather quality especially. My kids love the car too and prefer to ride in the "way back". Some of the technology is tricky but you do get the hang of it and there are so many features that it's worth the effort to learn it.
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2017 XC90 T6 Inscription - 6 weeks into Ownership
Mike, Urbana, IL, 08/17/2016
Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A)
17 of 21 people found this review helpful
One of the irritations I have is the disconnect between the 2017 Owner's manual and Volvo's support. They list functions in the manual that just flat out are not there nor are available. Seems somewhat dishonest to me. For example, Volvo lists how to use the egress / ingress function for getting out of the SUV and into the SUV. However, when I contacted Volvo, they said this function is not available, never has been and maybe under development as a future software upgrade. Not sure how they can put the option in print when they don't even have it developed. Second example is the manual shows a 110v outlet in the center console for passengers in the 2nd row to plug in devices. However, that was only available in their 2016 model, again, according to the email I got from Volvo. However, the manual is titled "2017 XC90". I have found two other functions that are not available in the XC90 US model but available in Canada. One would think they would have defined that better up front. Thus, owners beware, Volvo isn't totally honest in what is / is not available in the 2017 T6 in the US. As for the car itself. I didn't get the 4 corner suspension (I ordered it but for some reason (either dealer or Volvo error) it didn't come with it. However, the ride is comfortable and about the same as in our 2011 Chrysler Town and Country. Gas mileage is ok, I'm averaging around 22 mostly in town. Best gas mileage is in cursing mode. It really sucks the gas when taking off and probably is where it falls short a little. Does have some great safety features but also falls short. For example, the lane assist where it is to alert you if you drift to far left or right, is not reliable. There are times when it should have alerted but easily let me cross the center line either having no notification or late in notifying me. Hence a head-on-collision would have already taken place. My 2014 GMC 1500 truck has the same feature and works perfectly all the time. Not sure why a $75,000 vehicle doesn't have the same accuracy. Pilot assist works as designed. As long as the lane markings can be identified, it does auto steer the car up to 80 mph. You do have to interact with the steering wheel every 30 -45 secs however or it will auto disengage. The scary part is that there are times when the system, apparently, looses the ability to see the lane markings and just disengages without any warning to the driver. I would think, again, for this high end vehicle, it should alarm if the system is disengaging. Thank goodness I have not had to test the auto braking if a car turns in front or to avoid a rear end collision. I'm assuming it will work when required. The active cruise adapter works well and you can set the distance (actually set the secs) within which you want the car to adjust the speed based on the car in front. The seats are very comfortable but getting in and out of the vehicle is difficult unless you retract and lower the seat. I'm 5' 10" and if I don't lower the seat all the way done, I will hit my head getting out. Climate controls work well as do the ventilated / heated seats. 2nd row seating is about as comfortable as in other vehicles. 3rd row quite frankly is limited to children. Very difficult for adults to get in and out of the back. Not adult friendly. As with reviews of the 2016 model the lack of USB ports is a glaring deficiency in a high vehicle in this price group. Overall, I'm happy with the vehicle but would I buy it again, I don't know. I would look closer at the new 2017 Mercedes I think.
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Avoid new models like the plague
C. Ayers, Clermont, FL, 10/08/2018
Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A)
15 of 21 people found this review helpful
The new Volvo seduced us with it's looks, interior, technology, and promise of reliability. A year later, I am reminded of when Mom said, "looks aren't everything". In less than 12 months of ownership we've had the car in for warranty repair Iver a DOZEN times, for everything from windows leaking water to being towed in because the vehicle was broken in limp mode. I won't detail e ery issue, but I will relate what a friendly color technician told me as we were performing a test drive - "none of the new Volvos break the same.". For me, this indicates total quality issues with the vehicles, and I recommend staying away from the Geely generation of Volvos...unless you enjoy spending your time in service department waiting rooms. Oh, and generally speaking the Volvo dealerships/service departments are lacking in amenities when compared to other luxury brands (Florida), except for Hendrick Volvo in Charleston, SC, which is a flagship store. TL;DR, these aren't the droids you're looking for, move along.
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Save your self and don't buy
Stephanie, 02/15/2024
Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love the interior, space and drivability of the car but it's always in the shop and nearly bankrupted me. I bought it at 91 000km and after 3 years I am now at 200 000km and excluding tires and oil changes I put in 22 000$ of repairs in it. It now sit in my driveway awaiting our once a year road trip we do with it. Save yourself don't buy!
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Great for open road
Gary, El Dorado, KS, 08/31/2018
Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2017 Inscription for 14 months and just did my 20,000 mile maintenance. I live in Kansas and drive mostly on highways so after learning to use them I really enjoy all the safety features. I have driven it for 8-10 hours at a time and can relax and am not tired at the end of the day. It’s a cruise vehicle. I can carry my children and grandchildren in the car and feel safe and comfortable. I average 23 mpg. My only complaint is the fuel system which does not have a cap thus have had problems with vapor leaks causing check engine lights (I blame government EPA regs). If you want a performance machine it’s probably not for you but if you want a safe cruiser and learn to use the systems it’s great.