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Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Volvo S90 discontinued in India soon after facelift launch
The Volvo S90 has been discontinued in the Indian markets. Check Offers Volvo India has announced the discontinuation of its luxury sedan, the S90. The Volvo S90 was the only sedan in the manufacturer's lineup, leaving the brand with only SUVs in its Indian showcase. The carmaker had launched the facelifted version of the S90 in India. Now that the S90 has been removed from the lineup, the manufacturer is expected to soon bring in the EX30. The Volvo S90 had been facelifted recently with modern updates to the design and interiors. Volvo S90 Facelift: Design The latest S90 received a sharper-looking exterior over its predecessor, in line with the XC90 facelift that recently made it to the Indian market. The SUV gets a new front with a larger grille with the angular chrome slats, while the headlamps are slimmer and sharper, and sport the signature Thor's Hammer LED DRLs with Matrix-design LED technology. There's also a new sculpted bonnet and restyled front bumper to give the model a fresh look. The rear sports newly designed LED taillights with the same pattern as the front DRLs. There are new diamond-cut alloy wheels as well. Also Read : Volvo's new advanced seatbelt will adapt to 'your" body in a crash to maximise protection Volvo S90 Facelift: Powertrain The new S90 is available as a plug-in hybrid with an electric-only range of up to 80 km (WLTP), as well as a mild-hybrid variant powered by a four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine. According to Volvo's internal data, nearly half of the distance travelled by their latest plug-in hybrids has been on electric power alone, suggesting the potential for lower emissions during everyday driving. The company has not revealed the final specifications of the engine options. Volvo S90 Facelift: Safety Safety continues to be a priority, with the S90 offering Volvo's Pilot Assist system. This includes adaptive cruise control, lane centring and automated braking in slow-moving traffic. A reinforced safety cage and active safety features are also part of the package, aligning with the company's long-standing focus on occupant protection. Volvo S90 Facelift: Technology The S90 adopts Volvo's new-generation user interface, powered by the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform. The system promises quicker response times and includes an 11.2-inch centre display with Google built-in. Features like Google Maps and Google Assistant are integrated, while over-the-air software updates will allow future enhancements without requiring dealership visits. A revised digital driver display also offers clearer navigation support. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 20 Jun 2025, 11:44 AM IST
NDTV
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Volvo S90 Sedan Discontinued In India; Brand Shifts To All SUV Lineup
Volvo Cars India has eliminated the S90 luxury sedan from its lineup. The car has been delisted from the automaker's official website. This comes at a time when the global market has just received an updated version of the vehicle. The version that was on sale in India was launched in 2021 and had recently received a facelift. With this change in place, the Swedish automaker now has an all-SUV lineup in the country. Volvo's current lineup consists of the XC90 SUV, which comes at a starting price of Rs 1.03 crore (ex-showroom) and is the flagship SUV of the brand. It shares the ICE space with the relatively smaller XC60, which comes at Rs 70.75 lakh (ex-showroom). Meanwhile, the electric vehicle lineup consists of the EC40, which has a starting price of Rs 59 lakh (ex-showroom), and the EX40, which starts at Rs 50.10 lakh (ex-showroom). Also Read: Mercedes-Benz Issues Recall Over Fire Risk In India- Is Your Luxury Car Affected? The Volvo S90, while it was on sale, had a price tag of Rs 68.25 lakh (ex-showroom), placing it against models like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the BMW 5 Series. Under the hood, the S90 had a 2.0-litre four-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol engine, giving out 250 hp of power and 350 Nm of torque at the peak of its performance. It came paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Meanwhile, the international market Volvo has launched the S90 with mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Along with it, the Swedish automaker has already unveiled an all-electric version of the sedan called the ES90. This iteration of the vehicle comes with a 106 kWh battery pack, which offers a range of up to 700 km on a single charge. To expand its lineup in India, the brand is planning to launch the Volvo EX30. The EV will likely be introduced by the end of 2025. This will be followed by the launch of the EX90, adding to the range of electric SUVs on sale in the country.
Auto Blog
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Volvo Buyers Will Need To Open Their Wallets More This Year
Volvo has been forced to increase prices across the board by thousands of dollars. Prices Going Up, Incentives Going Down Bad news. If you've been waiting to buy a new Volvo, you may want to pull the trigger soon. According to a report by CarsDirect, the Swedish automaker's new order guide for 2026 shows several price increases, some of which are as high as $3,200. Worse still, the publication's research suggests that there may be fewer incentive deals coming from Volvo, so the effective prices will likely be even worse throughout the range. The increases aren't being labeled as a response to tariffs on imported cars, but 1 + 1 = 2. 2025 Ford Maverick: 4 reasons to love it, 2 reasons to think twice Watch More Popular SUVs Will Take The Hardest Hit The publication notes that the 2026 Volvo XC90 appears to be facing the largest price hike, with an increase of $3,200 coming the way of the plug-in hybrid model. As such, the XC90 T8 Core PHEV will go from $73,000 excluding destination to $76,200, an increase of 4.4% compared to the mid-2025 price. Elsewhere, the 2026 Volvo XC60 is going up by 5.6% on the base variant, representing an increase of $2,650. The new price will be $49,700, excluding destination, and although this is the highest percentage increase, other models are also becoming thousands of dollars more expensive. CarsDirect did not give specifics but said that the V60, V90, XC40, XC60, and XC90 are facing an average price hike of 4.2%, with increases from $1,800 to $3,200. Price Increases Are Hitting All Automakers Volvo's decision to give its price list a little bump is to be expected. Porsche recently announced increases on 911 prices and delivery fees, and Hyundai has warned that MSRPs may not remain stable much longer either. Subaru is laying the blame for higher sticker prices on market conditions, while Ford has been more direct, blaming tariffs. Clearly, automakers from across the price spectrum are facing the same challenges, so while these incoming Volvo increases are not terrible yet, we can't rule out the possibility that they may get worse. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. For a company that produces very few of its vehicles in the United States and is far from the sales volumes of other European brands like BMW and Mercedes, this economic situation could turn from bad to worse. If you've been waiting to buy, now might be the time. About the Author Sebastian Cenizo View Profile
NZ Autocar
4 days ago
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
2025 Volvo XC90 B5 Ultra Bright Review
The Volvo XC90 undergoes another revision as it enters its second decade. Is it still a viable option for those after a premium seven-seat SUV? It was back in 2015 that the Volvo XC90 made quite the impression, taking away our overall Car of the Year award. And ten years later, the XC90 is still trucking along. Volvo's seven seater has a reputation for longevity in the market. The original went 13 years before this second-generation offering arrived. And now as it enters its second decade, Volvo has given it a thorough freshening. However, that wasn't the original plan. The XC90 was intended to be replaced by the EX90, the battery-powered model that was recently crowned the World Luxury Car of the Year (but not scheduled for arrival here until 2026). You may recall the firm declaring an end to ICE motivation from 2030, and then, like many manufacturers, it rolled those comments back to adjust to market demand for EVs. And so Volvo will continue to sell hybrid models for the foreseeable future, the XC90's retirement party delayed for a few more years yet. But is a luxury SUV with ten candles on its birthday cake still competitive in today's market place? Pricing helps; the revised model is slightly cheaper now. This B5 Ultra Bright costs $112,990, $2k less than the old model. While it gains a bit more on the spec sheet, you're now getting the lesser 184kW tune of the mild hybrid 2.0-litre. The other option is the T8 Ultra Dark Plug-in Hybrid, although this has snuck up in price to $161,990. It does get a better plug-in driveline, however, with a 70km electric range. So what's new? Volvo has given both the exterior and interior an update, which it says makes the XC90 'more contemporary and luxurious in line with the new generation of fully electric SUVs'. From the front is where you'll notice the biggest change with a new grille (or front air intake graphic as the designer would call it), updated bumper and guards and a more sculpted bonnet. The T-shaped headlights take on a revised, slimmer appearance too, and come with Matrix-design LED technology. Wheel and taillight titivation complete the makeover. This B5 Ultra Bright is highlighted with chrome accents, while the T8 Ultra Dark gets the blacked out treatment. The latter looks better, especially on that intake graphic. Interior renovated too The cabin has been spruced with new panels tacked on to the dash and doors, a revised centre console and fresh decor. Cabin quality and premium ambience remain up to the mark. The light-coloured Cardamom trim, a new choice, is suitably Swedish, though will look a little the worse for wear after a year of family life. XC90 was an early adopter of the minimal button approach, and now the overlording touchscreen has been enlarged with a new 11.2-inch display sitting proud of the dash. It's a more pixel-dense screen which boasts a new user interface. The home screen shows maps, media and phone functions, meaning fewer taps to access the most used functions. And you don't have to leave the map page to change your music like you had to with the old system. It's still Google enabled, which will be off-putting for those digital privacy advocates. The voice-activated Google Assistant can perform some of the more menial tasks to save you tapping at the screen. Navigation is via Google maps, so has superior real-time traffic info for the best route home when things go wrong. You also get a four-year subscription to the Digital Services package with all data included. There's an upgraded wireless phone charger but having only one seems mean these days. And there's also the air purifier, four-zone climate control, head-up display, heated seats front and rear and a wheel warmer. Figure also on a panoramic roof and Harman Kardon premium sounds. Helping keep the XC90 viable is its interior versatility. It fits seven inside, the seating arrangement sliding to help everyone fit. With a trio of individual seats, three average-sized Joes should fit across the middle row. The sixth and seventh seats are pretty good too, accommodating lanky teenaged bipeds, while there's enough room left over in behind for a couple of furry quadrupeds to lay comfortably. In five-seater mode, the hold is wide and deep, good for 680L. Mild in nature Being a mild hybrid, the stop/start function is quick and unobtrusive. The 10kW/40Nm integrated starter generator gives a small boost to proceedings so the 2.0-litre's 360Nm feels sufficient for commuting. Consumption they rate at 8.1L/100km while this vehicle's long term average was tracking at 10.1L/100km. Another new addition is frequency selective dampers for improved ride comfort, while still managing the body movements at speed. These work well on highway roads for a smooth ride, and while the urban progress is okay, they don't soak up the sharper edges quite as well. It's not so bad you'd contemplate the $4000 air suspender option however. The steering is commendably light but still with three turns between the stops. A turning circle of 12.1m is large though. The parking camera's 360 degree image isn't as seamless as in newer models but the bigger screen lets you have a split view with both the regular reversing image and surround view shown at the same time. Refinement and ease are prioritised on highway roads, but it steers well enough, resists the urge to push (with a little help from the stability aids) and manages to deal with bumps and body roll. Volvo dispensed with myriad drive modes a while back and they aren't missed. The auto goes alright, though you can still pick the gears yourself if you so choose. Road noise is subdued on coarse chip surfaces. Given its age, this is a 'new' Volvo without five stars as its ANCAP rating has expired since it was tested in 2015. It's missing things like a centre air bag and some of the more active warnings like the overspeed alert and driver monitor (though we don't really miss them at all). The active cruise is a smooth operator in traffic, and on the motorway. What else is there? Lucky for the XC90, some of its rivals from the prestige brands aren't exactly new either, and all are more expensive. The Audi Q7 is brawnier but dearer (50TDI $159,990) and isn't quite as roomy. The Discovery starts at $145k and while it's more capable isn't quite as urban friendly. And the Defender 130 is even more expensive. Other seven seaters from the luxo set like the X7 and GLS are near the $200k mark. Closer to XC90 money are much newer mainstream models like the top Santa Fe and Mazda CX-90, or Prado VX if you want something more rugged. Volvo XC90 B5 Ultra Bright $112,990 / 8.1L/100km / 180g/km 0-100 km/h 7.7s Ambient cabin noise 71.0dB@100km/h Engine 1969cc / IL4 / T / DI Max power 184kW@5400-5700rpm Max torque 360Nm@1600-3000rpm Drivetrain 8-speed auto / on-demand AWD Front suspension Wishbone / swaybar Rear suspension Multilink / swaybar Turning circle 12.1m (3.0 turns) Front brakes Ventilated discs Rear brakes Discs Stability systems ABS, ESP, TV Safety AEB, ACC, BSM, LDW, RCTA, ALK, AHB Tyre size f/r-276/45ZR20 Wheelbase 2984mm L/W/H 4953 / 1931 / 2146mm Track f-1665mm r-1667mm Fuel capacity 71L Luggage capacity 302-680-2005L Tow rating 750kg (2400kg braked) Service intervals 12 months / 15,000km Scheduled servicing 3yrs / 100,000km Warranty 5yrs / 150,000km ANCAP rating Not yet rated Weight (claimed) 2080kg
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Why a still-great SUV from 2014 is vital to Volvo
The XC90 is one of two Volvo SUVs which are becoming almost immortal. And that's a good thing. Way out in front of every other vehicle is the XC60, a mere eight years young compared to its bigger brother which the world first saw in 2014. We weren't supposed to be here, the company years ago planning and intending for EVs to be its global best-sellers. That will happen; it's just going to take longer than once forecast. Plus, Volvo has a nice problem: people refuse to stop buying vast numbers of what are now almost classic-status cars. Remember too that the same thing occurred with the previous generations of each. Giving buyers a mix of propulsion systems Run your eyes down the list of Volvo's current models and it's soon clear to see that the public really loves the ICE and electrified ones. EVs? Less so, well for now at least. It also depends greatly on the country in question. Swedes wants plug-ins, Americans still largely prefer gasoline engines. Is a sales mix increasingly biased towards hybrids a bad thing? Of course not. Fittingly, the company's new-old boss seems to be doing exactly the right thing. Namely, allowing people to buy the vehicles they prefer, knowing that electric cars, SUVs and even now an MPV are likely to be far less profitable. How Volvo Car Corporation managed to run head-long into financial distress is something to be explored another day. As of now though, what we could term 'legacy' models are its future. And that isn't meant to be provocative; more a fact. VCC remains a pioneer in seeking carbon neutrality and should be applauded for that. What's coming for the under-utilised South Carolina plant If this OEM could turn back the clock or at least do something big without upsetting the home market workforce, it surely would have done it several decades back. This being to manufacture not only its best selling XC60 in the USA but the XC90 too. We are where we are, however, and this pair of built-in-Europe SUVs are mega-margin models. Historically a major market for Volvo, people in the USA can't get enough of them. That's also the case in many other countries. And it's an open secret that the XC60 will also be made in South Carolina commencing, well, ASAP: Charleston/Ridgeville used to make the S60, a handy precedent as the platform is in common (the XC90 is also SPA-based). British buyers tend to be far more keen on electrified vehicles than many of our near-neighbours and yet we're still an important export destination for fossil-fuel Volvos. In the case of the newly refreshed XC90, that means the choice of petrol mild- or plug-in hybrid power, all-wheel drive being standard for both. A not-so-minor facelift in fact It may look as though only the distinctive grille is the main way to tell the updated model from what went before but there are far more exterior changes. Such as slimmer headlights, re-profiled bumper covers and even a differently-shaped bonnet. Wheels too have been replaced and there are fresh paint hues along with some nicely minimalist chrome-look accents. Volvo has also given the interior a little bit of a once-over, not that much needed to change. It now looks even more elegant, the Less Is More mantra likely being front of mind when the Design team set to work. So we find light-coloured wood, soft plastics and silver trim which is all the very opposite of blingy. There are very few dials or knobs or buttons; nor has the dinky hazard lights switch become easier to locate in a split second. The screen has had a big update and combined with better software is infinitely better than the one in this car from even a few years back. Now almost everything is easy to find. Thank goodness mirror controls remain real buttons too. Fantastic interior adaptability The boot of this seven-seater is still vast. MHEV examples have up to 680 litres of space in five-seat mode while the PHEVs lose 40 of that due to the positioning of the battery and associated components. Flip the third row, which folds flat, and hey presto, a massive space is opened up for holiday trips. Volvo has little by little become a true premium brand during the last quarter century, the XC90's fit and finish being the equal or better than that of equivalent BMW, Land Rover, Mercedes or Audi models. You can see and feel that just from things such as the high quality carpeting and solidity of luggage bay pull-up floor panels. For a model which probably wasn't meant to still be around in 2025, its now eventual replacement being the EX90, the XC90 still competes in most ways. With air suspension - it depends on the model grade - body roll is well checked, there isn't much in the way of pitching under braking and comfort is excellent. Steering is far lighter than in an X5 but that's intentional: Volvo customers want it that way. Still the most crash-proof car in the world? Something else which VCC gets oh so close to being exactly right is safety and the perception of that. Even being the age that it is, this big SUV remains state of the art for crash protection and has an almost endless number of advanced electronic systems. Merely closing any door makes you see the XC90 was engineered by people who value life. One of a few small things which are just OK rather than outstanding are ridiculously fiddly sunroof controls. You eventually get used to these being touch-sensitive but a proper plastic switch needs to come back. Here it is again: OEMs and vendors re-inventing things and making them worse. Why would you, as a company, make a change that will annoy your customers, also forcing them to take their eyes off the road? We will look back at this era of brands self-harming and remember this was when the wise saw an analogue opportunity. How many of us know highly intelligent, often older people who keep putting off a new car purchase as their test drives have been so irritating? Europe is a region replete with vast numbers of rich retirees. It's sheer stupidity not to use commence sense and design cars for them. I adore how the EX30 looks. I also feel I know why sales surged then crashed and it's not to do with the Europe-China duties spat. The demographic it would most suit is largely shunning it. Sure, young Chinese customers love Tesla-like interiors. Any smart company would offer a less digitally-heavy alternative. Surely premium means works-first-time-every-time One last frustration with the XC90: the R-N-D selector is not the best in the business. At least you won't get damp in a downpour due to unintuitive minimalist nonsense stopping a roof being easily closed. One other non-premium thing: the screen, gloss-black plastic trim pieces and ORREFORS SWEDEN branding within a transparent lever soon look far from showroom-perfect. None of the annoyances really matter in the end as this must be the best Volvo in the line-up. As often happens with a good looking vehicle which stays in production for a decade or more, it ends up at its most elegant after a few facelifts. This one has the stance, the safety systems, decent dynamics and a competitive mix of all other essential abilities for the 5m-long high-priced SUV class. Volvo would be wise to keep making the XC90 at Torslanda for as long as buyers still want it: the profits from this model (and the XC60) are surely essential to turning things around financially. And getting VCC in sustainable shape for its electric future."Why a still-great SUV from 2014 is vital to Volvo" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. 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