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2005 Volvo XC90 Review
New V8 model available.
2005 XC90 Review Summary & Specifications
The Volvo XC90 is packed with safety and utility features, including some that are unavailable in most other luxury SUVs. The XC90 is as good or better than its competitors at hauling children around. It offers superior passenger/cargo flexibility with a ton of space at a luxury-class competitive price.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. The V8 is fast, still more expensive, and likely will put the XC90 on some shopping lists for the first time. The XC90 offers all-wheel drive for winter driving and light off-highway capability. New Car Test Drive correspondent Sam Moses reports from the Columbia River Gorge, with Larry Edsall in Goteborg, Sweden, and Mitch McCullough in Los Angeles.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive staff |
| Model Lineup | Volvo XC90 ($34,840); XC90 AWD T6 ($41,015); XC90 V8 ($45,395) |
| Engines (standard) | 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic with manual mode |
| Engines (optional) | 208-hp 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-5; 268-hp 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6; 315-hp 4.4-liter V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic with manual mode; 4-speed automatic with manual mode; 6-speed automatic with manual mode |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and electronic brake assist, daytime running lights, dual threshold front airbags, dynamic stability and traction control, side-impact airbags, inflatable side curtain airbags (for all rows), three-point restraints for all seating positions, whiplash protection seating, roll stability control, rollover protection system |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | blind-spot information system |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Sweden |
| Manufacturer Phone | (800) 458-1552 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.volvocars.us |
| Base Price MSRP | 34840 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Volvo XC90 T6 AWD ($41,015) |
| Standard Equipment | fog lamps, front ski plate, power-adjustable and heated exterior mirrors with memory, power glass moonroof, rear wiper/washer, roof rails, 12 beverage holders, 3 12-volt power outlets, audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, dual-zone climate controls, flat-folding front passenger seat, genuine wood inlays, grocery bag holders in cargo area, illuminated vanity mirrors, leather-covered steering wheel, leather seating 8-way power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats with memory, power windows, trip computer, AM/FM with in-dash 6 CD changer |
| Destination Charge | 685 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Versatility package ($2,100) includes third-row leather seat with audio and climate controls, second-row booster cushion youth seat and self-leveling rear suspension; Climate package ($625) includes heated front seats, headlamp washers, interior air quality sensor and rain-sensing wipers; reverse warning system ($400) |
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| Layout | four-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 46820 |
| Horse Power | 268 @ 5200 |
| Torque | 280 @ 1800-5000 |
| Fuel Economy | 15/20 |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 |
| Length/Width/Height | 188.9/74.7/70.2 |
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| 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 | 4610 |
| Stock Tires | 235/60R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 |
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