Volvo XC90: История шведского люксового кроссовера

Swedish mid size luxury crossover SUV

The Volvo XC90 is a mid size luxury SUV manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars since 2002 and now in its second generation. The first generation was introduced at the 2002 North American International Auto Show and used the Volvo P2 platform shared with the first generation Volvo S80 and other large Volvo cars. It was manufactured at Volvo's Torslandaverken. Volvo moved production equipment of the first generation to China and ended Swedish production at the end of 2014, renaming the car as the Volvo XC Classic (or Volvo XC90 Classic). At the end of 2014, the second generation XC90 was introduced. It is based on a new global platform, the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA). Both generations of the XC90 have won Motor Trends SUV of the Year award in their debuts. In late 2022, the electric only EX90 was introduced as the successor of the XC90. TOC

In January 2001, Volvo débuted its Adventure Concept Car at the North American International Auto Show, to gauge reaction to the styling and features of its upcoming SUV. In November 2001, Volvo released a teaser image showing the frontal styling of the production version, named the XC90. Notable as Volvo's first SUV model, the styling of the XC90 recalled the concept. In January 2002, the full XC90 unveiling occurred, at the North American International Auto Show. Volvo sold just over 40,000 XC90 units in North America that year. The XC90 won the North American Car of the Year award and Motor Trend magazine's Sport/Utility of the Year for 2003. Jeremy Clarkson, ex host of Top Gear, has previously owned three XC90s, and claims they were designed by "someone who must've had children due to its practicality."

The XC90 was updated for 2007 with a restyled front and rear and a revised interior. The 3.2 L SI6 straight 6 engine replaced the B524T2 straight 5 in the base model for the US market. The 2007 XC90 debuted in April 2006 at the New York Auto Show.

For model year (MY) 2009, the XC90 received a new rear logo, featuring larger lettering with wider spaces between the "VOLVO" letters. In 2010, all XC90 models received painted wheel arches (previously they were optional). In addition, a new, larger, circular Volvo logo appeared on the front grille. For MY 2012, new LED tail lights became available on certain models, although entry level models retain the previous style. For MY 2013, the XC90 received a cosmetic refresh that included standard LED daytime running lights and taillights, and exterior revisions including body colour bumpers, rocker panels and silver trim replacing black plastic trim. The refreshed model went on sale during late spring 2012 with a base price of $40395 for a front wheel drive base model. For the 2014 model year the base price is $39700.

In 2001 Volvo became the main sponsor of an around the world sailing race, now called the Volvo Ocean Race. The 2005 edition was the first in which all competitors used the same boat known as the Volvo Open 70, a racing yacht made for a crew of 10+ and to be robust enough to survive the open ocean. In early 2006, Volvo released a special version called Ocean Race Edition. Special blue colour, leather interior with contrast stitching and special interior trim. A total of 800 were made.

Between 2006 and 2008 Volvo released the Sport trim, which eventually came to bridge the gap between the R series that was available for the S60 and V70, and the R design badge that ultimately usurped the R series. In the XC90 Sport, the engine was rated at the same power as in the non Sport XC90s, but the suspension was markedly stiffer due to different shocks and added roll bars, giving it considerably less body roll in curves. Also, the power steering was tweaked to provide a more direct feel at higher speeds. Furthermore, it borrowed the blue background for the odometer in the dash and got 5 spoke Vulcanis rims. The Sport was marketed in Passion Red and also available in Black Sapphire, Titanium Grey and Electric Silver.

The new XC90 has a redesigned chassis with double wishbone front suspension and a new integral link rear axle incorporating transverse leaf spring of lightweight material. The new XC90 can also be equipped with electronically controlled air suspension with a choice of five modes. along with T shaped LED daytime running lights known as "Thor's Hammer" by Volvo designers. The car is available in five trim levels (Volvo describing it as "expressions"), namely Kinetic (base trim level), Momentum, Inscription (a more luxurious trim), R design (a sportier trim) and Excellence (ultra luxury).

The T8 plug in hybrid version of the XC90 is based on technology used in the Volvo V60 PHEV. for 2016 2018 models and the spare tire was removed. The vehicle emits 49 g/km of CO2 and has an all electric range of under the New European Driving Cycle. Normal driving is conducted in the default hybrid mode, but the driver can switch to a mode that uses only electric power, with zero emission driving. Under the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tests, at launch, the XC90 T8 had an all electric range of 14 mile (23 km), with some gasoline consumption (0.1 gal/100 mi), so the actual all electric range was rated between
At launch, for the 2016 model year, the XC90 T8 used a lithium ion battery ( usable). Over time, Volvo continued to gradually increase the battery size. For the 2018 model year, it was increased to ( usable); for the 2020 model year, it was increased to ; and for the 2023 model year, it was increased to
Deliveries of the XC90 T8 PHEV began in the United States in August 2015. Sales in Europe totaled 2,653 units in 2015. Cumulative sales in the US totaled 488 units up until February 2016. According to Volvo, sales of the plug in variant represent 20% of Volvo XC90 global sales by mid March 2016. In 2021 the T8 powertrain was updated with a more powerful electric motor (delivering ), updated engine and increased battery capacity .

The second generation Volvo XC90 is available in three distinct trim levels: Momentum, R Design, and Inscription. Momentum is the "base" design, and does not include features such as full leather trimmed seating surfaces, woodgrain interior trim, or a GPS navigation system as standard equipment. The R Design features "Nubuck" upholstery and a sports exterior body kit, as well as dark trim accents on the exterior and interior. Inscription is the top of the line design, and features full perforated Napa leather trimmed seating surfaces, woodgrain interior trim, dual heated front, optional heated outboard rear seats, and additional bright accents on the exterior. For 2017, an "Excellence" trim was introduced (see below) with the "T8" plug in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain as standard equipment, as well as additional luxury features.

For 2017, a new "Excellence" trim level was introduced as a luxury oriented version of the XC90. The Excellence offered a four passenger (front/rear) seating configuration, which included rear "lounge" bucket seats that were heated and ventilated. Additional features included the Bowers and Wilkins premium surround sound audio system with amplifier, heated and ventilated front and rear seats, a dual pane panoramic power moonroof, rear seat entertainment system, and the "T8" plug in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. There were a limited number of additional options available for the Excellence trim. The Excellence trim was discontinued following the 2020 model year, leaving the Inscription as the top trim level of the XC90.

In May 2019, for the 2020 model year, the Volvo XC90 received a mid cycle facelift. The facelift included revised front and rear fascias, a new front grille design, and the previous Excellence trim was discontinued. For the 2021 model year, the "T8" powertrain was renamed the "XC90 Recharge". In 2021, for the 2022 model year, the base Momentum was replaced with the Core model, the R Design replaced with the Plus model, and the Inscription replaced with the Ultimate. The range now included various previously cost extra options as standard features.

Volvos sold in Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam are all imported from Malaysia's Volvo factory in Shah Alam. The XC90 has also been selling in India since September 2015 coming from the Volvo plant in Bengaluru, India.

SpecificationD4 FWD / AWDD5 AWDB5 AWDT5 AWDT6 AWDB6 AWDT8 Twin EngineLength Width Height Wheelbase Luggage area volume Seats 5 or 74 or 7Curb weightTank Capacity50L (13.2 US gal; 11 imp gal)Cylinders In line 4 (4 valves/cylinder)Engine2.0L Turbo Diesel2.0L Twin turbo Diesel2.0L D420T2 Mild Hybrid Turbo Diesel2.0L Turbo Petrol2.0L Turbocharged & Supercharged "twincharged" petrol2.0L B420T27 Mild Hybrid Turbocharged & Supercharged "twincharged" petrol2.0L Turbo Petrol with Supercharger and Electric motor (Twin Engine)Displacement (cc)1969Fuel economy (Mixed)5.2–5.7 L/100 km5.7 L/100 km6.5–9.5 L/100 km7.7 L/100 km8.1 L/100 km L/100 km2.1 L/100 kmFuel economy (Country road)4.9–5.4 L/100 km5.4 L/100 km— L/100 km0 L/100 km0 L/100 km— L/100 km0 L/100 kmFuel economy (City)5.8–6.2 L/100 km6.3 L/100 km— L/100 km9.5 L/100 km10.1 L/100 km— L/100 km0 L/100 kmMax power output @ 4250 rpm @ 4250 rpm @ 5700 rpm @ 5700 rpmMax torque @ 1750–2500 rpm @ 1750–2500 rpm @ 2200–4500 rpm @ 2200–4500 rpmAcceleration (sec)9.2–9.47.87.68.26.57.55.6Top speedTransmission 8 speed Geartronic Aisin AW TG 81SC automaticCO2 emissions (g/km)136–149149171–19917618421049Environmental classification (EU)Euro 6bEuro 6bEuro 6bEuro 6bEuro 6bEuro 6bEuro 6b