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2023 Volvo XC90 | Review & Road Test
· 31.07.2023 · 16:00:24 ··· Montag ⭐ 0 🎬 0
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If you’re not quite ready to jump full on into the EV market then a plug-in hybrid is a great tweener solution. The Volvo XC90 Recharge is one such example. Let’s dive in.
The three-row XC90 is available as a pure gas-powered SUV also, but for our purposes we’re going to focus on the Hybrid model, makes 455 hp and 523 lb ft of torque. By comparison, the gas-powered version makes a max 295 horsepower, so you can see why I wanted to just review this one.
The powertrain combines a direct injection turbocharged 4-cylinder with an electric motor and a 14.9 kWh battery). How does the acceleration feel? Rocket like?
Then throw it into Power mode and the XC90 truly takes off. Again, doesn’t feel like you’re hauling around a family hauler. There are other modes like Pure, which goes pure EV mode, and for the record the transitions between hybrid and gas are seamless. There’s even an off-road mode or you can go full-time AWD.
If you’re interested in fuel economy numbers they’re worth looking at. (Pure EV Range: 35 miles; 58 MPGe; 26 MPG). Even using the engine only if you’re on a longer road trip that MPG number isn’t horrifying.
The XC90 Recharge is going up against players like the Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport PHEV, Audi Q5 PHEV. BMW X5 gets a plug-in option so does the , Porsche Cayenne, Lincoln Aviator PHEV,
There are three trim levels of the XC90 Recharge eAWD starting with the Core with a base price of just around $73,000. That’s more than just a little lose change.
Your hard-earned cash includes a portable charger, a moonroof, Google Assistant built in, which is great because it will help you find a charging station if you’re in need. It also gets an air purifier, AC for the third row, a 12-inch instrument panel and 9-inch display that’s Apple CarPlay compatible as well as heated power seats, and advanced driver safety functions including lane keeping assist, cross traffic alerts, Pilot Assist, which is a dynamic stop and go cruise control and emergency braking.
The Plus only adds $1,700 to the bottom line and adds a heated steering wheel, 360-degree cameras, fancy interior ambient lights, rain sensing wipers, and heated rear seats among other things. That seems like a lot of extras for less than two grand. If you’re going there, I say pony up the extra 2 and get all the things.
On the Ultimate trim you do get even more like an upgraded sound system, head up display, ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel, but you’re paying another $7500 on top of that extra $1700, so I say stick with the Plus and that’s a sweet spot with lots of goodies.
Incidentally, if you’re the kind of person who likes to go places, you can tow up to 5,000 pounds with the XC90 Recharge.
When it comes to exterior styling, I’ve always been a fan of Volvos. I think this one is reminiscent of their wagons, which I think are next level. They have great proportions, the grille isn’t massive, but understatedly European. The wheel options are cool, but never overdone and Volvo has a knack for great paint color.
When it comes to the interior, it’s definitely a reflection of the restraint shown on the outside. The less is more approach is appreciated and you’ll find great color and materials like wood and leather. Not a lot of shiny chrome to distract. Even the shifter is sculptural.
Plug-in hybrids are a great transitional vehicle to the EV world or perfect if you are someone who drives lots of miles a day and isn’t able to charge between trips. The Volvo XC90 Recharge eAWD helps you do all that driving stylishly and safely.
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