Thinking of buying a used Volvo S90?
The style of the car
The S90 is a stylish premium saloon which looks great from every angle. Its style is matched by its practicality with lots of room in a luxurious interior and a good sized boot making it a perfect executive family car.
How it drives
The S90’s engines are smooth and economical and there’s a powerful plug-in hybrid. It’s great on the motorway and also easy to drive in town with plenty of assistance systems to help with tight parking spots. It also makes a good car for towing a trailer or caravan.
The interior
The spacious interior provides true Scandinavian luxury, elegant design and the latest tech. The four-door saloon can seat five adults in comfort and its vast boot will take three large suitcases. All models have lots of equipment compared to rivals, with the entry-level Momentum models having heated seats and an easy to use touchscreen infotainment system with sat nav. The Inscription trim adds a digital driving information screen and the R-Design has sporty looks and even better handling.
Running costs and reliability
With lower prices and affordable running costs, the S90 is better value than rivals like the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Petrol and diesel engines are both powerful and fuel efficient with the D4 diesel capable of up to 50mpg. Road tax is similar to rivals and insurance can be lower thanks to Volvo’s impressive safety credentials. Service plans are available to help with maintenance costs so you can budget more effectively. The S90 is very reliable and, with Volvo making the safest cars in the world, it’s no surprise it has a full five-star rating from Euro NCAP.
How it compares with similar cars
The S90 is Volvo’s flagship saloon. It’s larger than the Volvo S60 but not as big as the Volvo XC90. It offers excellent value compared with the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class. It’s won a number of accolades including Automobile magazine’s Design of the Year and Best Luxury Car in the Women’s World Car of the Year awards.
