Volvo Hybrid XC90 brings SUVs to a new level
We love a Volvo in the garage, it makes everyone happy.
When considering luxury SUVs, there is only one place to look — Volvo. As a current XC60 lease-holder, I can attest that the Volvo SUV is a great all-around utility vehicle. When it comes to thirdrow needs or extra storage capacity, the XC90 rises to the top as the flagship for the Swedish manufacturer.
Now throw a rechargeable plug-in hybrid option on top of all that, and boy do we have a magnificentlooking, -riding and efficient SUV.
Our Denim Blue XC90 Recharge Hybrid Inscription tester was a seven-passenger dream machine. It came with miles of pure electric power and eAWD, the electric all-wheel drive system, great for daily driving without worry of potentially hazardous road conditions.
A wool interior option could very well be my new favorite. The Bowers and Wilkins sound system for an extra $3,200 was like you were front-row at a Journey concert; well for me anyway. Heads up display, heated seats (front and rear) — can’t live without. Black Ash wood inlays and a 12.3inch driver display were also standard.
Exterior available features include dual integrated tailpipes, 20-inch 8-spoke Black diamond cut alloy wheels and the gloriously designed front grill.
A 48-month / 50,000-mile warranty is standard on the XC90 as well as complimentary factory scheduled maintenance for the first three years or 36,000 miles. This is just another token of excellence.
Volvo XC90 MSRP: $69,750 As tested: $79,990