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2004 Volvo XC90 Review
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2004 XC90 Review Summary & Specifications
The 2004 Volvo XC90 offers a number of safety and utility features unavailable in most other luxury SUVs.The base XC90 2.5T uses a quiet, proven engine with good power and a smooth five-speed automatic. It delivers ample acceleration for all situations, good gas mileage and ultra-low emissions. The T6 is quicker, but more expensive and less fuel-efficient and comes with a four-speed automatic. Far more important, the XC90 is as good or better than its competitors in an area many people consider most important in the new generation of non-truck SUVs: hauling children around. The XC90 can make at least some claim to off-road (or at least dirt road) capability, and provides superior passenger/cargo flexibility with a ton of space at a luxury-class competitive price. Most SUV buyers should find that useful indeed.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Sam Moses |
| Model Lineup | Volvo XC90 ($34,790); XC90 AWD T6 ($49,965) |
| Engines (standard) | 2.5-liter ohc turbocharged inline-5 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 2.5-liter 208-hp turbocharged inline-5; 2.9-liter 268-hp twin-turbocharged inline 6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic with manual mode; 4-speed automatic with manual mode |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | front and front side-impact airbags; Whiplash Protection System; full cabin curtain-style head protection airbags; seatbelt pretensioners on all seats; Roll Stability Control anti-rollover system; Dynamic Stability Traction Control; reinforced roof structure; low front chassis crossmember; ABS with Electronic Brake Distribution |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Sweden |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-458-1552 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.volvocars.us |
| Base Price MSRP | 34790 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Volvo XC90 T6 AWD ($40,965) |
| Standard Equipment | AM/FM/6CD stereo, fog lights, power driver's seat with memory, power windows, cruise control, dual zone climate control, tinted windows, trip computer; T6 adds HomeLink auto-dimming mirror, memory system for outside mirrors, power moonroof, power passenger seat, leather upholstery |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Versatility Package ($1,700) includes third-row seating with audio and climate controls, second-row booster cushion and self-leveling rear suspension; Climate Package ($625) includes heated front seats, headlight washers, interior air quality sensor and rain-sensing wipers; T6 Premium Package ($1,300) includes premium sound system, 18-in. alloy wheels, power retractable rearview mirrors; aluminum trim inlays ($400); reverse warning system ($400) |
| Destination Charge | 685 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 46075 |
| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 268 @ 5200 |
| Torque | 280 @ 1800-5000 |
| Fuel Economy | 15/20 |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 |
| Length/Width/Height | 188.9/74.7/70.2 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 39 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.7/55.4/41.0 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.4/54.1/34.6 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 35.5/NA/30.1 |
| Trunk Volume | 93.2 |
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| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, stabilizer bar |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 |
| Curb Weight | 4639 |
| Stock Tires | 235/60R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | ventilated disc/ventilated disc with ABS, electronic brake distribution and brake assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 |
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