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2026 Volvo XC90 Consumer Reviews

3.2 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Right car for the times...!

Team Schrimmer, 02/25/2024
updated 08/27/2024
2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful

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.

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4 out of 5 stars

Good SUV

Bilc, 01/27/2024
updated 08/01/2024
2024 Volvo XC90 B6 Ultimate 4dr SUV AWD w/6 Passenger Seating (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought a new 2024 Volvo XC90 Ultimate. My first impression was how easy it is to drive and park considering the size. The 360 degree camera is sharp and clear, the steering is responsive, and the ride quality is almost like an expensive limousine it is very smooth! It has all of the latest technological safety systems. The fit and finish of this car is superb, the interior is extremely luxurious with soft Napa Leather and real wood trim. Volvo is quality! The XC90’s biggest problem is a tight third row seat that is tight and hard to get into or access. Volvo also needs to learn to include the luxury items that SUV’s in the same class (Cadillac XT6) offers: power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, the easy entry/exit drivers seat, and the dual image 360 degree camera that shows the aero view and the precise front image simultaneously. I recommend Volvo XC90 along with their other models: XC40, XC60, S60, and S90!

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Beautiful on the outside....

Canuck74, 04/29/2025
2025 Volvo XC90 T8 Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 11/24 (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

To say this car is a big disappointment is an understatement. I truly wanted to love this car since I've had my eye on it for years. However, I have had an awful experience with the car and also Volvo Care. The car died in my driveway within two weeks of having it. Apparently a software glitch. First HUGE red flag. The car has now been in three times and will need to go in for a fourth. The dealership has been remiss in acknowledging that I have the issues. (I even have video showing the problem - the cross-traffic on the driver's side is inconsistent) The driver's door handle did not work so they "fixed" it. Now it works but only when it's dry. When it's raining, forget it. The handsfree liftgate doesn't work - again on the left side, and the back left corner sensors do not activate the sound warning. Essentially, the left side of this car is a lemon and neither the dealership nor the national care team seem to want to fix it. Volvo Care has not lived up to its name and I am now having to bring in a lawyer to deal with the issues. Read the reviews of users. When they say there are software issues, they mean it! I'm thankful this is only a two year lease. I can't wait to move on from this car.

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2025 don't buy

Mark T, 05/16/2025
2025 Volvo XC90 T8 Ultra 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

We purchased the new 2025 1/2 fully loaded. The car has been in the shop 7 times with known issues. They can't fix it and Volvo hasn't done anything. I have never purchased a brand new car with so many issues. Stay away

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5 out of 5 stars

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)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

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.

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