2024 Volvo XC90

Price Range: $36,500 - $56,780

Volvo XC90 Reviews

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Right car for the times...!
Team Schrimmer, 02/25/2024
2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
We have had our XC90 for about 4 months now and have nothing but good things to say about it. We bought the car because we wanted an electric car, but need to hit the road for a 500 mile trip about once a month. At this point in time, we don't have confidence in the electric recharge stops available, and we didn't want to add another hour (at best) to an already long trip. We also don't … want to have to "plan a trip" around the location of recharge stops. With this car, we feel we have the right car for the times, as we can go all month at home on electric and never burn a drop of fuel. But, when we have to hit the road, we don't deal with "range anxiety" or any prolonged stops along the way. We just get in and go! The car itself has performed well. We have not had any issues with the car and everything works just fine. We love all of the safety features as our last car did not have any of them. Blind spot alerts, back-up camera, 360 degree "Birds Eye" camera for parking, lane drift alerts, automatic adjusting cruise control and other alerts, all are helpful. We really appreciate the heads up display (HUD). It allows us to keep our eyes on the road, and we don't have to look anywhere else if we're just driving. All the info you need is right there, including navigation instructions. We also find the car to be quiet, the stereo system to be excellent and have to our surprise, even used the third row of seats on a couple of occasions. With the third row seats folded down we have plenty of room to strap in a kennel for our special puppy. He pretty much goes where we go, and we appreciate having the rear seat air vents to keep him comfortable as well. Obviously, we are safety conscious, and the XC90 has been rated as one of the safest cars on the road. Inside the car, we feel very safe and secure, given the weight and solid build of the car. Performance has been more than adequate for our needs, and we wanted a car big enough for our four footed passenger in the back. We also wanted a luxury SUV, but appreciate flying under the radar as we didn't really want a "flashier car". Lastly, we have found the infotainment center to be easy to use once you learn the system. Google maps work perfectly for us, and refreshes quickly if we change our route. The "hey google" voice commands work great for both my wife and myself. We are overall very satisfied with our car. We are safer drivers now and are in a safer car that performs very satisfactorily for us. We love running on electric 95% of the time, but we are lucky in that we have short commutes so the 32 mile range works perfectly for us. As the electric charge system in the US continues to evolve, an all electric car will likely be in our future. For the next five or six years, we believe that we have found the right car for us and would highly recommend it.
Worst XC90 EVER MADE! Do not buy it!
FlyingBye, 02/06/2023
2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 Ultimate Dark 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
This car has had absolutely nothing but problems. The backup camera and sensors continue to violently engage the ‘rear brake intervention’ system when there’s nothing weekend. The entertainment system screen goes black, has double exposure of data, flashes intermittently and freezes. Apple CarPlay doesn’t display maps and shows a big black box in the driver screen. Google Maps doesn’t … work in dashboard heads-up display. The trim around the vehicle was faulty from the day I purchased it, I was told it would be replaced…that was October. The part just came in two weeks ago. Volvo refuses to acknowledge there’s an issue. However, they did say there is a software update - IN APRIL! They are hoping this will fix many problems. But I shouldn’t have to wait 3 months for a POTENTIAL SOLUTION. This is a $80,000+ car, why are there so many problems? I don’t even have 1,500 miles on this car because it’s been in the shop so many times since I bought it in October. I’ve owned two previous new XC90s never have I had this amount of problems.
Recharge: Epically better than a Tesla Model X
RR - Columbus Ohio, 02/04/2024
2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
I purchased a 2024 XC90 Recharge, switching from a 2020 Model X. I've been running the vehicle for two months, so it is early, but the fact that I'm taking the effort to write a review should say something. This vehicle is light years nicer than the Tesla (and the wheels don't fall off). Originally, I was looking at a Genesis GV80 (super sweet, crap mileage). Instead, I went with … the Volvo (1st time owner). Upsides - with electric I'm getting excellent fuel efficiency. Gas only - I'm seeing 26-27 mpg on the highway (75 - 80 mph). I was surprised that gas only motor still has good pick-up, and the vehicle has very good performance. (my other car is a 640 hp CTS-V, so consider the perspective) Interior is excellent, pop-up baby seat is a huge bonus if you have kids. Massive interior room. Downsides - really only seeing 25 - 30 miles electric only. Low end on-board charger means 5 hours, even with a 60-amp 240 V Tesla charger. 2024 uses CCS, not NACS plug, so a $100 adapter is needed (bigger issue is leaving it at the charger). No spare tire! Infotainment screen is small. Overall, extremely impressed. My trim is Ultimate, mainly because that was in stock. I'm sure the lower trim (Plus) is sufficient and a better value.
6 month update: frustrating infotainment
Thomas Roberts, 05/12/2023
2023 Volvo XC90 B6 Ultimate Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
6 month update: Volvo took a minimalist approach to their new (mid 2023) infotainment that we’re finding incredibly frustrating, which took away some worthwhile customization options. First to note, we had a 2020 R design and this is the inscription. I hate that they got rid of it. I liked the look and feel/ergonomics of the R design, but I get it, not a lot of folks looking for a sporty … looking 7 seater Volvo I guess. My biggest gripe is that It’s a great car if it weren’t for a frustrating level of user experience based on taking away simple options. 1. Incredibly frustrating - The sound system. Volvo says it has optimized the sound experience so you only have 3 selections on sound customization and no ability to balance the sound, only to select forward, back or middle. Here is the issue: in the middle option, barely ANY SOUND comes out of the back speakers (middle row). Our kids can’t hear anything when the speakers are “centered.” We took it to the dealer and confirmed this is the same in other cars. Our salesperson was surprised also when we confirmed it. It is a big design flaw. A couple of other salespeople were there and also were surprised, but clearly tried to downplay it. It’s very very noticeable and even more frustrating when it’s a good set of speakers which we’re paying for, and there is no way to mitigate this. 2. They took away drive modes, so except for a box to check for steering feel (firm or soft) there’s nothing. No customization - again. 3. When a sensor goes off because something is close to the car, it immediately goes to a 360 view. This means that every time a pedestrian walks in front of your car close by (which happens a lot in the city) it goes to that view and starts beeping. There is NO WAY to turn it off. So if you are trying to look at your directions at a red light, and people are walking in front of your car, it switches screens and you can’t see your next turn. It gets annoying quickly. 4. This is small, but in our last car we could pick the interior lighting color. It was cool and frankly we liked it. It adds a level of fun/luxury which at this price point was appreciated. And now it’s just white lighting, no options. 5. Waze is finicky at best, still end up using Apple CarPlay. It also doesn’t play on the dash - just google maps. 6. You can’t see what media/song is playing unless you’re in the music app. So no ability to see it while using any navigation app. While the car overall is good, we’re very frustrated with the infotainment, especially compared to our 2020. This certainly didn’t feel like an upgrade, aside from the cooled seats, and actually felt downgraded with these missing important features. Also, we find this car lacks the steering feel of our 2020, but we get it’s not the R design. I will admit the engine is better in the B6, and our mileage is fantastic, it’s just a shame that the user experience is so frustrating. We thought we’d be Volvo lifers as we prefer the more subdued image vs the German rivals, and we LOVE the level of safety Volvo provides, but where before we thought it was a no-brainer to renew our lease, we’ll need to see if these changes are fixed or if we need to shop elsewhere. 6 month update: I moved my rating from 2 to 4 stars. Everything works and the car has been reliable. Service is generally top notch. However, I am still frustrated by the infotainment not showing what music is playing while on map view and not having the option for balance/fade on the speakers. While our mileage is pretty good, I miss some of the sporty characteristics and driving modes of the R design. I really really dislike chrome trim. I’m not saying it doesn’t look good, but it makes the car look like everything else. My overall assessment has not changed unfortunately. While we like the car, the lack of character really brought it down a notch for us from thinking we were going to stick with Volvo for a long time, to “it’s a really good car, but let’s shop around.” Hoping they fix that especially since they do offer dark trim and even blackout editions on the smaller models, and what they took away is some relatively easy and cheap things to fix/add. That doesn’t mean you should shy away from Volvo, they’re still fantastic cars and provide great service, we just miss the personality.
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Safety

Our experts’ favorite XC90 safety features:

Volvo On Call
Notifies emergency services in the case of an accident or stolen vehicle and allows for remote door locking and unlocking.
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Gives you a top-down view of the XC90 and its surroundings for tight parking situations.
Lane Keeping Aid
Warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position.
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FAQ

Is the Volvo XC90 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 XC90 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.5 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2024 XC90 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 38 reviews) And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Volvo XC90. Learn more

Is the Volvo XC90 reliable?

To determine whether the Volvo XC90 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the XC90. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the XC90's 3-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 Volvo XC90 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 Volvo XC90 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 XC90 and gave it a 7.5 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2024 XC90 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 38 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 XC90 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 Volvo XC90?

The least-expensive 2024 Volvo XC90 is the 2024 Volvo XC90 B5 Core 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $56,000.

Other versions include:

  • B5 Core 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $56,000
  • B5 Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $59,900
  • B6 Core 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $60,900
  • B6 Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $63,400
  • B6 Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/6 Passenger Seating (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $63,900
  • B6 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $69,400
  • B6 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD w/6 Passenger Seating (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $69,900
  • Recharge T8 Core 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $71,900
  • Recharge T8 Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $73,600
  • Recharge T8 Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/6 Passenger Seating (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $74,100
  • Recharge T8 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $79,600
  • Recharge T8 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD w/6 Passenger Seating (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $80,100
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What are the different models of Volvo XC90?

If you're interested in the Volvo XC90, the next question is, which XC90 model is right for you? XC90 variants include B5 Core 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A), B5 Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A), B6 Core 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A), and B6 Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A). For a full list of XC90 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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