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VERDICTSCR.ORG/CARS NEW CARS 183Volvo XC90
This is a competitive three-row SUV, but it suffers from a bumpy ride
and baff ling controls. Base models use a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder
engine offered with front- or all-wheel drive. Our tested T6, with its
316-hp turbocharged and supercharged version, delivered decent
punch and returned 20 mpg overall, but it sounds raspy. A plug-in
hybrid with an electric range of about 14 miles is available. The eight-
speed automatic transmission operates smoothly most of the time.
Handling is commendable, but the ride is stiff; it is slightly better
with the optional air suspension. The interior is quiet, plush, and
modern, with super comfortable seats. But audio, phone, and navi-
gation functions are controlled through a frustrating-to-use touch-
screen infotainment system. Forward collision warning, automatic
emergency braking, and blind spot warning are standard.Overall Score 62
Predicted Reliability 10
Owner Satisfaction 30
Road-Test Score 84
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05Base Price: $47,700-$104,900
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: T5 Inscription, T5
Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscrip-
tion, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design, T8
Excellence, T8 Plug-in Hybrid
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear, 2 third
Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (250 hp);
2.0-liter 4 turbo and supercharged
(316 hp); 2.0-liter 4 turbo and super-
charged hybrid (400 hp)
Transmissions: 8-speed automaticLength (in.)..................... 195
Width (in.) ......................84
Height (in.) ......................70
Wheelbase (in.) .................118
Weight (lb.) ..................4,595
% weight front/rear ...........53/47Max. Load (lb.) ................1,210
Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. .35
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........5,000Premium
CR overall mpg ..................2016 17 18
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Much worse than average 01Vo lvo XC 60
Volvo’s second-generation XC60 is a scaled-down version of the
XC90, complete with an elegant, high-quality interior. Like its big
brother, it suffers from convoluted and distracting controls and an
overly stiff ride. The 250-hp, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder
engine is responsive enough, but the eight-speed automatic trans-
mission shows an occasional hiccup. We measured 23 mpg overall
on premium. A 316-hp version of that engine powers the uplevel T6,
and a 400-hp plug-in hybrid is called the T8. The cabin benefits from
supremely comfortable seats, a relatively roomy back, and a nicely
finished cargo hold. Volvo’s advanced safety system, City Safety,
encompasses both low- and high-speed automatic emergency brak-
ing. Note that blind spot warning is only optional.
Overall Score 73
Predicted Reliability 03
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 79
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 50Base Price: $39,800-$61,050
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: Inscription, Momentum,
R-Design, T8 Plugin Hybrid
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (250 hp);
2.0-liter 4 turbo and supercharged
(316 hp); 2.0-liter 4 turbo and super-
charged hybrid (400 hp)
Transmissions: 8-speed automatic
Length (in.)..................... 185
Width (in.) ......................79
Height (in.) ......................65
Wheelbase (in.) ................. 113
Weight (lb.) .................. 4,150
% weight front/rear ...........55/45
Max. Load (lb.) ................ 950
Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. .34
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........3,500
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