By helping to prevent fishtails, spinouts and rollovers, stability control technology like DSTC has been described as one of the most vital safety advances of the past decade. At the core of DSTC, a gyroscope senses the car’s direction and compares it with steering wheel movements as well as the actual rotation of the car’s wheels. DSTC is able to detect a potential skid and help counteract this by reducing the engine’s power output or braking on one or more wheels.

In the event of an emergency manoeuvre, Volvo’s Roll Stability Control (RSC) can step in to help prevent the vehicle from rolling over. It features a gyroscopic sensor that registers the vehicle’s lean angle and rollover risk. If required, RSC will cut engine power or brake one or more of the wheels just enough to reduce the centrifugal force and help regain balance.

Generously dimensioned anti-locking, ventilated disc brakes help to ensure a short stopping distance in all situations. You can brake as hard as you like as you steer clear of trouble. Furthermore, they withstand tough use without fading. EBA detects an attempted emergency braking and, when necessary, provides added assistance to bring the vehicle to a standstill in the shortest possible distance. Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) distributes the braking effect between the front and rear wheels to achieve optimal results according to load and driving conditions.

For even better night vision, there’s the option of Dual Xenon gas discharge lamps. Compared to conventional halogen headlamps, Dual Xenon headlights expand your vision range by about 230%. This means you’ll gain a further 45 metres for braking. Independent of the load, these headlights self-adjust to maintain the correct angle to the road – even during hard acceleration or braking.

In addition to improving illumination by about 230% using Dual Xenon light technology, the Active Bending Lights give a 90% boost to your vision round bends at night. Controlled by microprocessors, the motorised lamps turn up to 15 degrees in either direction when driving – reliably lighting up your chosen path. A twilight sensor disengages the adaptive function during daylight.

Automatically activated during daylight, these energy efficient LED lights make your car more conspicuous. And when the dipped headlights are needed for illumination, they are automatically engaged by a twilight sensor. What’s more, the spoiler integrated LED lights also add to the distinct styling of your Volvo.

Integrated front and rear side-marker lamps help alert other drivers to your car’s presence.

To provide far better visibility in the rain, your Volvo’s front side windows help repel water as you drive. The hydrophobic surface treatment turns water into small drops that will be blown away by the force of the wind. This also gives you the benefit of less ice or frost in winter conditions. This option is offered in combination with laminated windows.

This lightweight wide-angle reflector stands upright to alert other road users even in strong winds and on slippery surfaces. It folds easily and stores in its own case.

In an accident, your car's front and rear crumple zones dissipate and distribute the impact around the car, while the roof pillars and transverse roof profiles absorb a great deal of the force if the vehicle starts to roll. They all form an interactive web of steel profiles, with the most crucial parts made of high-strength boron steel. In a side collision, the side-impact protection system distributes the crash forces across a large part of the car's body to help minimise the strain on the occupants.

The generous front deformation zones are designed to yield in a controlled way to help absorb crash energy before it reaches the cabin. The transversely mounted and very compact engine enables optimal use of the deformation zones to help protect occupants. Longitudinal steel struts help disperse crash energy away from the front to the rear of the vehicle, further helping to reduce the strain on the occupants.

SIPS is a Volvo unique safety system that has been developed to help protect the occupants in the event of a side collision. The steel framework of the vehicle – including the front seats – is designed and reinforced to help displace the impact of a side collision away from the occupants to other parts of the car body and help prevent intrusion into the cabin. The side structure is extremely strong to help withstand a severe side impact. The Inflatable Curtain (IC) for all the outboard occupants including the ones in the third row and the front seat side airbags interact to help provide further protection.

To help protect passengers in a rollover situation, Volvo’s ROPS is activated by a sensor that monitors the vehicle’s lean angle. In the event of a rollover the safety belt pre-tensioners are activated for every seat to help keep passengers more securely in place. At the same time, the Inflatable Curtain (IC) deploys to help protect against secondary impacts.

Safety belts are the first line of defence when it comes to help protecting people during a crash. That’s why we introduced them in 1959. We also invented the audible and visual safety belt reminder and today, everybody in the car is reminded to fasten their safety belts before moving off. And in the information display on the instrument panel, you can check that the rear seat passengers have all fastened their safety belts and that nobody unfastens them during the trip. Pre-tensioners activate to tighten the belts within fractions of a second in the event of a collision. The front seat safety belts then release a little so that the driver and passenger are cushioned by the airbags in a controlled fashion.

In a frontal collision, the driver and passenger airbags help protect your head, face and chest. But because no two collisions are the same, the airbags adapt the level of inflation depending on the force of the impact. To help minimise the impact on the driver, the driver’s airbag also interacts with the deformation of the collapsible steering column. And if the impact is low enough that the airbags aren’t needed, the system will just deploy safety belt pre-tensioners if necessary.

The passenger airbag is designed to help protect an adult in a frontal collision in case of collision. But if a child or a person shorter than 140 centimetres is in the front passenger seat, the airbag must first be disengaged to avoid the risk of serious injury. The airbag cut-off switch is positioned on the passenger end of the dashboard and can only be accessed with the door open. When the airbag is switched off (just use the key), you’re notified by a message on the roof console display.

These help reduce the risk of serious injuries to the chest and hips in a side-impact collision. Inflating in a fraction of a second, they're fitted in the outer edge of the front-seat backrests, ensuring they're always positioned securely by your side. Together with the SIPS system and the Inflatable Curtain (IC), they help provide a unique level of protection.

Inflating in a side-impact or rollover accident to help protect the heads of all outboard occupants including the ones in the third row, the Inflatable Curtain (IC) helps protect whether you’re in the front or the rear. It also stays inflated in multiple or longer-duration accidents to help provide extended protection, regardless of whether the windows are up or down.

The steering column is an advanced part of the safety system, with the upper and lower sections giving way in a controlled manner in a frontal impact to help protect the driver.

All the panels and door sides are padded with energy-absorbing materials to help reduce the risk of injury to the car’s passengers.

It’s something that happens every day in every major city in the world – a moment’s inattention and one driver runs into the back of another. And the result can be long-term injury as a result of whiplash. Volvo, as part of its IntelliSafe programme, has developed a system that can help reduce the risk of long-term injury by as much as 50 per cent. During a rear impact, the WHIPS system moves the entire seatback with the passenger or driver – similar to the way you might gently catch a ball – while the head restraint remains rigid to support the neck. A unique Volvo design.

Positioned to offer optimum protection irrespective of the occupant’s height, the restraints offer drivers and passengers outstanding protection. The rear middle restraint can be fully folded into the backrest to improve the driver’s rearward visibility.

To help prevent that passengers slide under and out of their safety belts in the event of a big impact, the seats feature anti-submarining guards which are specially shaped panels angled upwards at the forward edge inside the seats.

With head restraints, three-point safety belts with pre-tensioners, IC inflatable curtain and a generous rear crumple zone, two passengers up to 160 cm ride as safely and comfortably here as in any other seat. The seat’s position above the rear axle contributes to added side-impact protection and - to help provide added protection if the vehicle rolls over - the roof and the side pillars have extra reinforcement. At the same time, the safety belt pre-tensioners and IC are activated to help protect the heads of the occupants. Children from the age of three to about ten should be seated on a booster cushion and wearing a safety belt.

Not only is the XC90 built with a monocoque body and the same type of crumple zones found in the rest of the Volvo range, the body structure itself is still at the same height as the bumpers of most other passenger cars - despite its high ground clearance. In a frontal collision or side impact, the additional lower cross-member below the front bumper is designed to activate the other car’s own crumple zones more quickly. This can save vital milliseconds, time that may also save lives.

The front structure and bonnet are designed to help reduce the risk of injury to unprotected road-users. The front is gently rounded, the headlamps are integrated flush with the body and the bonnet acts as a crumple zone if a pedestrian is hit, thus helping to reduce the risk of serious injuries.

Further adding to your convenience and security, the Volvo On Call telematics technology with built-in GPS and GSM connectitivity constantly connects you with your Volvo and a range of personal services. A push of a button instantly puts you in contact with a Volvo On Call operator that can pinpoint your location and send the assistance you need. And just using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), an intelligent application allow you to remotely check the status of your car, monitor the fuel consumption, keep a car journal, locate your car and warm up the engine and cabin (if your car is equipped with a fuel heater). The system can also alert you to an attempted break-in. If the car is stolen, it can be traced via satellite. And in an accident where any of your car’s airbags are deployed, the Volvo On Call operator centre is alerted automatically.

The first-aid kit is conveniently carried in the load compartment and contains a variety of bandages. The contents are stored in different compartments to make it easier to find what you need in an emergency.

This easily adjustable cushion helps position a child from the age of three up to ten (15-36 kg) at the correct height for the safety belt to function effectively. The seat can be moved forward so the child can be closer to the adults in the front. And to provide added legroom, simply remove the rear section of the centre console.

The passenger airbag is designed to help protect an adult in a frontal collision in case of collision. But if a child or a person shorter than 140 centimetres is in the front passenger seat, the airbag must first be disengaged to avoid the risk of serious injury. The airbag cut-off switch is positioned on the passenger end of the dashboard and can only be accessed with the door open. When the airbag is switched off (just use the key), you’re notified by a message on the roof console display.

The power child lock enables you to conveniently lock the rear doors and rear power windows from the driver’s seat and prevent them from being opened from the inside.

In an emergency, you can use the panic button on the remote control to attract attention. Press and hold the button for at least 3 seconds or press it twice to activate the hazard lights and the horn.

Lock or unlock the doors and tailgate with the touch of a button. You can also unlock the tailgate separately. All doors can be automatically locked the moment you drive away. Alternatively, lock them immediately using the button in the centre console.

To further enhance your personal security, the doors can be set in the information menu to automatically lock the moment you drive away. Alternatively, lock them swiftly from the front seats using the lock button. Lock buttons are also available for the rear seat passengers.

Not only will the door locks withstand most break-in attempts, the electronic immobiliser makes it impossible to start the car without the right key. And even if a would-be thief manages to get into the car via the window, the deadlock system makes it impossible to open the door from the inside.

Further adding to your convenience and security, the Volvo On Call telematics technology with built-in GPS and GSM connectitivity constantly connects you with your Volvo and a range of personal services. A push of a button instantly puts you in contact with a Volvo On Call operator that can pinpoint your location and send the assistance you need. And just using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), an intelligent application allow you to remotely check the status of your car, monitor the fuel consumption, keep a car journal, locate your car and warm up the engine and cabin (if your car is equipped with a fuel heater). The system can also alert you to an attempted break-in. If the car is stolen, it can be traced via satellite. And in an accident where any of your car’s airbags are deployed, the Volvo On Call operator centre is alerted automatically.

Activated with the remote control or the Personal Car Communicator, Approach Lighting provides a warm reception on a dark night. This consists of parking lights, interior lights and ground lighting too, if fitted. Home Safe Lighting is activated with the headlight stalk as you leave the car. This feature provides a low beam from the headlight to accompany you to your door, whether you’re returning home or are out on the road.

In smaller garages or narrow lanes, being able to fold in your mirrors at the touch of a button is a real benefit. Thanks to their ground lighting you can avoid puddles and pavement edges.

Extremely tough laminated glass in the side windows turns an attempted smash-and-grab into a total waste of time for the would-be thief. It also contributes to a quiet cabin. Additionally, this option includes water-repellent glass in the front side windows for improved visibility in wet weather.

These provide a simple, effective way of reducing the risk of aluminium wheels being stolen. The wheel lock features one uniquely coded socket enabling only you or your garage technician to remove the wheels.

The seats in your Volvo may well be the most important ones in your life – over the lifetime of your car, you will probably spend thousands of hours sitting on them. That’s why we spent so much time developing their ergonomic sculpted design, firm yet comfortable, with supporting side cushions and ergonomic padding. Indeed, our seats are widely accepted as some of the finest in the car world. They have features like stepless lumbar support in the front seats, which allows for the tiniest degrees of adjustment for the best support for each individual. Add in our wide choice of upholstery materials and designs, and you’ll have a seat you’ll never want to leave.

All occupants will appreciate the comfort of a separate ergonomically designed seat. Cinema-style seating helps provide an excellent view, wherever you're seated. The easily adjustable front and second row seats make it easy to find the perfect seating position and maximum comfort. The middle seat also features an integrated booster cushion and can slide forward additionally to put the child in even closer contact with parents in the front seats. You can even remove the tunnel section's rear section to add extra legroom in the rear middle seat. In the third row of seats two passengers of up to 160 cm rides comfortably and are surrounded with comfort-enhancing details such as armrests with built-in cupholders, tables and a practical storage compartment between the seats. This area can also be fitted with its own air conditioning system, including adjustable ventilation vents. Each rear seat is easy to fold individually into the load area floor so you can transport both passengers and cargo without compromising on either comfort or safety.

There’s no such thing as a standard-sized Volvo owner. That’s why we’ve taken such care to design seats that can be manually adjusted to fit a huge range of physiques. You can, for example, change the height and the angle of the seat cushion to suit you perfectly and give full under-thigh support, whatever your shape or size. This great adjustability is also optionally available for the passenger seat. To make sure the small of your back is comfortably supported, the lumbar support can be adjusted on each front seat. And the seats slide back and forth over such a large range that even the tallest or shortest drivers will find their perfect driving position.

You know how frustrating it is to climb behind the wheel, only to find that a partner or colleague has adjusted the seat and door mirrors to suit their particular physique. That’s why you can electrically adjust the driver’s seat and door mirrors to your perfect position and then your Volvo saves the settings. Every time you use your remote control for the central locking, the seat and door mirrors will automatically adjust to your preferences (you get two remote controls or Personal Car Communicators with your Volvo and can order up to four more). Each remote control triggers the corresponding setting from the last time that particular remote control was used. Furthermore, you can save up to three different seat and door mirror settings by using the buttons on the seat. And an electrically adjustable passenger seat is also optionally available.

Essential for those early morning winter starts, you can set the heating to two positions using buttons on the centre console.

The front Executive seats in perforated leather and are ventilated usign built-in fans in the cushions and seat backs to provide extra comfort during hot days. And to really spoil you during long journeys, these seats also feature a massage function in the lumbar section.

Each seat in the second row can be moved forwards and backwards to offer you maximum comfort and versatillity. While the outer seats can slide forward a full 100 mm, the middle seat features an integrated booster cushion and can slide forward nearly 300 mm so you can move a child sitting closer to the adults in the front. And to provide added legroom for the passenger in the middle seat, simply remove the centre console’s rear section.

Enjoy unique leather upholstered sport seats with contrast stitching and definitive sculpting. Choose Offblack/Offblack or Offblack/Ceramic Light.

The specially designed Volvo XC90 Executive seats are fully upholstered in Executive Soft leather with contrasting seams and piping. Extra padding in all seats contributes to luxurious seating comfort in both the front and back. For your comfort during long journeys, the front seats are ventilated and feature an Executive massage treatment.

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige interior

Upholstery: Offblack with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack/Calcite with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

Upholstery: Offblack/Offblack with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

Preventing dust and pollen from entering the cabin via the ventilation system, the cabin filter is a real benefit to driver and passengers, especially those prone to hay fever or other allergies.

Electronic Climate Control (ECC) maintains the cabin temperature you choose and can be set independently for the driver and front passenger. Further contributing to your health and comfort, the system’s humidity sensor helps ensure cabin air has an appropriate level of humidity in relation to the outside climate.

Volvo’s IAQS continuously monitors incoming air and will, if necessary, temporarily close external air vents to shut out carbon monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide. When the air vents are opened, an active carbon filter protects the passengers from other harmful gases and unpleasant odours. This helps to ensure that the air you breathe in the car is clean, often cleaner than that outside when driving in heavy city traffic and tunnels.

Air vents that are conveniently located in the door pillars at face level create a comfortable environment for rear seat passengers. They also keep ice and mist off the rear side windows, which makes for a safer journey.

Supplementing Electronic Climate Control, this manual air-conditioning system boosts comfort in the third row. Passengers can conveniently adjust fan speed themselves and regulate air flow via ­separate vents.

Help cut glare and keep cabin temperatures down in hot, sunny conditions.

Helps reduce the risk of being dazzled by the sun and enhances the interior climate comfort.

The heat-reflecting windscreen reduces heat radiation from the windscreen and the temperature inside the car by filtering out the sun’s heat-generating invisible infrared rays.

This electrically powered glass sunroof adds a further dimension of airiness and light to the interior. And if the sun is in your eyes, just pull out the integrated sunblind. The sunroof can be opened or closed at the touch of a button in the roof console. It can also be opened or closed together with the side windows using the central locking remote control, the Personal Car Communicator or the lock button inside the car.

A fuel-driven heater will make your car easier to start, warm up the cabin and help reduce the environmental impact – a cold engine produces far more harmful emissions than a warm one, and will increase engine wear. Start the heater directly, or set the time you’d like to enter your warm and defrosted car. With a remote starter you can activate the heater without going out to the car. And if your car is equipped with Volvo On Call, you can start the heater using your smartphone.

As well as being lockable and illuminated, the glovebox also comes with pencil and credit card holders.

Both driver and front seat passenger have door panel storage pockets.

There are up to 12 cupholders to ensure that you and your passengers always have convenient access to drinks. Available in the front middle armrest, door sides and the third-row armrest.

The centre armrest conceals a host of conveniences. Fold back the upper section to reveal a handy storage space for CDs, sunglasses and other small items. It also provides rear seat passengers with a convenient table. Double cup holders in the front of the armrest ensure that refreshments are always easy to reach. These cup holders can be concealed when not in use. Here you’ll also find an AUX input and – depending on your choice of audio system – a USB port to connect your MP3 player to the vehicle’s audio system.

Conveniently located on the back of the front seats, these pockets provide even more storage space.

Conveniently operated from the steering wheel, cruise control allows you to drive in a more relaxed way without having to keep your foot on the accelerator. The car maintains the speed you choose until you turn off the cruise control or press the brake, accelerator or clutch. After braking or using the clutch, the car returns to its previous cruising speed at the touch of a button. After accelerating – for instance to overtake – your car automatically reverts to its previous cruising speed once you release the accelerator.

Operated via the indicator stalk, the trip computer shows current and average fuel consumption, how far the fuel will take you and average speed – helping you drive more economically.

Monitors the outside temperature and warns you if there is any risk of black ice.

We’ve all experienced that nasty little shock as we’re changing lanes and suddenly realise that there’s another vehicle in our blind spot. BLIS uses rear-facing cameras installed in the door mirrors to keep a lookout on either side of the car. As a vehicle enters your blind spot, this function can alert you with a lamp built into the front door post – left and right. Together with the door mirrors, this helps you assess the feasibility of a lane change. BLIS is activated once the car exceeds 10 km/h and reacts to almost any type of vehicle, including motorcycles. And BLIS maintains its vigil day or night.

Activated when you engage reverse gear, rear park assist helps you when reversing into tight spaces. The audio system is turned down and a pulsating sound from the rear loudspeakers becomes a continuous tone as you approach an obstacle. Front park assist performs a similar function at the front of the vehicle – alerting you via the front loudspeakers.

Once activated, the rain sensor can start the windscreen wipers as soon as it begins to rain or if water splashes onto the windscreen. For your convenience, it can also automatically adapt the intermittent windscreen-wiper function. Its sensitivity can be adjusted via a ring on the wiper stalk.

Easily adjusted from the driver's seat, the power adjustable door mirrors are electrically heated and therefore kept free from frost in cold weather.

Ending the need to take your hand off the steering wheel and stop headlight beams shining in your eyes, the anti-dazzle function is stepless and returns to normal when it's no longer needed.

This is a mirror that automatically adjusts itself to deflect the headlamp beams of the car behind you. When there's no light to dazzle you, it automatically readjusts to its normal setting. And to help you take a bearing, your direction is continuously displayed in the rear view mirror glass.

Fitted in the sun visor, lights come on when you open the vanity mirror cover – convenient and practical. Available for both the driver and front passenger.

In smaller garages or narrow lanes, being able to fold in your mirrors at the touch of a button is a real benefit. Thanks to their ground lighting you can avoid puddles and pavement edges.

The power windows have controls conveniently located in the door armrests. The front windows can be lowered or raised with a quick press or pull of a button, and you can lock the back windows from the driver’s seat if you’re travelling with small children. In this case, you’ll also be glad of the automatic anti-clamp protection, which will stop a window from closing on a trapped little hand.

An entry light on both the driver and front passenger side lights the foot-well area upon entry into the car. The rear seat reading lamps are recessed and shaded to avoid dazzling the driver, while the seven seater version also features two reading lamps for third-row occupants. The interior light will fade out 25 seconds after the doors have been closed, but will switch off immediately if the ignition is turned on or the doors are locked.

Speed dependant power steering uses sophisticated, speed-sensitive technology to regulate the amount of power assistance a driver needs. At highway speeds, steering is firmer and more immediate. When parking or in slow traffic, steering is light and effortless.

The headlamp level adjuster allows the driver to lower or raise the angle of the headlight beam by turning a dial on the instrument panel. This is particularly useful when driving at night with a full load.

Neatly integrated at the rear end of the tunnel console, the extra power outlet can provide electricity for a phone charger, laptop, game console, DVD player or other portable electronic devices.

Bluetooth® technology enables a mobile phone to be connected wirelessly to the infotainment system in your Volvo. Once configured for a mobile phone, the system automatically recognises your phone as you enter the car. And as you climb in and out of the car, the system automatically allows you to switch freely from the phone to the handsfree system and back again. With Volvo’s integrated Bluetooth® handsfree system you conveniently operate your phone using the buttons on the steering wheel or the centre console keypad. What's more, you can stream music from your mobile phone or a media player and listen to it through the cars audio system.

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Volvo Car Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Volvo’s GPS-based RTI navigation system offers both voice guidance and graphic navigation all the way to your destination. Via TMC (Traffic Message Channel) radio data broadcasts, RTI also lets you know if there are traffic obstacles en route and recommends an alternative. Extremely swift and precise, this new generation RTI features a hard disk drive covering maps for major parts of Europe. The system is fully integrated in your Volvo and is easily controlled from the steering wheel or optional remote, and the screen is positioned so you can keep your attention on the traffic. You can choose between two operating modes – Easy and Advanced. When RTI is not needed, the screen is hidden inside the dash.

To help you keep track of new roads and points of interest, you can join our MapCare programme for two free map updates.

Further adding to your convenience and security, the Volvo On Call telematics technology with built-in GPS and GSM connectitivity constantly connects you with your Volvo and a range of personal services. A push of a button instantly puts you in contact with a Volvo On Call operator that can pinpoint your location and send the assistance you need. And just using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), an intelligent application allow you to remotely check the status of your car, monitor the fuel consumption, keep a car journal, locate your car and warm up the engine and cabin (if your car is equipped with a fuel heater). The system can also alert you to an attempted break-in. If the car is stolen, it can be traced via satellite. And in an accident where any of your car’s airbags are deployed, the Volvo On Call operator centre is alerted automatically.

A powerfull and versatile 4x40 W audio system. Each of the 8 loudspeakers is fitted with a powerful magnet and a large coil. Coupled to the High Performance amplifier, this system provides superb transient reproduction, high power durability and low distortion for a superb listening experience.

Options: Separate remote control and rear headphone connectors. A 6-CD changer is available (replaces the CD player) – this option deletes the USB input, but a USB and iPod® Music Interface (accessory) can be added. Accessory: Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE).

The Premium Sound system is in a class of its own. The digital class D amplifier generates 5x130 watts of music. Dolby® Pro Logic® II surround sound recreates a sound that’s equally authentic at each seating position. There are 12 high-end loudspeakers specially developed for the Volvo XC90 a true concert hall experience.

Options: Separate remote control and rear headphone connectors. A 6-CD changer is available (replaces the CD player) – this option deletes the USB input, but a USB and iPod® Music Interface (accessory) can be added. Accessory: Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE).

Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

The MP3 compatible, single-CD player is integrated into the radio panel. You can operate it conveniently from the centre stack or from the steering wheel keypad. Select individual tracks or allow the player to select them at random. And playing MP3 and WMA music files is no problem at all.

Switch freely among up to six CDs while driving. Play the discs in sequence, choose a disc and track independently, or allow the player to select at random – all conveniently controlled from the stereo panel or with the steering wheel keypad. Replaces the standard CD player. Also plays CDs with MP3 files/WMA. Only available with the Premium Sound and High Performance audio systems.

Cannot be combined with a USB port. Choosing a 6-CD changer, you can add a USB and iPod® Music Interface to integrate your MP3 player with the audio system.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

There are a number of ways in which to enjoy MP3 music files in your Volvo XC90. If you’d like to connect your personal MP3 player to the audio system, you can choose from the USB input in the glove box or a 3.5mm AUX input in the centre console. Volume is conveniently controlled from the steering wheel, centre console and rear headphone connectors. The USB input* also allows you to fully integrate your iPod®, MP3 player or USB device with the audio system. Playlists, songs and artists are clearly displayed in the centre console, while your player will be charged at the same time. The audio systems also feature an MP3 and WMA compatible CD player.

*Not in combination with a 6-CD changer. Choosing a 6-CD changer, you can add a USB and iPod® Music Interface to connect your MP3 player to the audio system.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

The integrated Bluetooth® technology allows wireless communication and streaming of music files. Simply connect your Bluetooth® compatible mobile phone to your audio system and enjoy the music files stored in your phone. Available in combination with the Bluetooth® handsfree system.

Adjust the volume, switch radio stations or play the previous or next track without taking your hands off the wheel. With illuminated buttons for intuitive use.

These connectors allow four rear-seat passengers to listen to the radio or their favourite CD at the same time without disturbing other occupants. They have separate controls for headphone volume and audio source. There are also controls for changing tracks or switching for radio stations.

Neatly integrated at the rear end of the tunnel console, the extra power outlet can provide electricity for a phone charger, laptop, game console, DVD player or other portable electronic devices.

With Volvo's DVD-based RSE dual screen, the rear seat passengers can enjoy a film or play a game – together or separately. Two 8-inch widescreen displays are integrated in the front seat head restraints and provide excellent image quality. Wireless headphones keep things calm in the cabin and you can listen to the music or programme of your choice. Via an AUX input, you can also connect external devices such as an iPod®, MP3 player, an extra DVD player or a digital camera. The RSE system is an integrated part of the car and matches the interior perfectly.

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige interior

Upholstery: Offblack with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack/Offblack with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

Upholstery: Offblack/Calcite with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

(Standard on R-Design)

XC90 Executive only.

XC90 Executive only.

(Standard on R-Design)

(Standard on XC90 Executive)

Exclusive nubuck-trimmed floor mats with extra thick pile for both the passenger and load compartment contribute to the Executive ambience. Only in the Volvo XC90 Executive.

Positioned over the rear seat tunnel, this rubber mat protects the original carpeting of your Volvo – especially useful when there are three in the rear seat. Colour-coordinated with the rubber floor mats.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Only available for R-Design.

Also available for Executive (not available for R-Design)

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

20" alloy wheels (Option on R-Design)

19" alloy wheels.

19" alloy wheels.

(Standard on R-Design)

18" alloy wheels.

18" alloy wheels.

18" alloy wheels.

17" alloy wheels.

Automatically activated during daylight, these energy efficient LED lights make your car more conspicuous. And when the dipped headlights are needed for illumination, they are automatically engaged by a twilight sensor. What’s more, the spoiler integrated LED lights also add to the distinct styling of your Volvo.

This design element is integrated in the front bumper to give the Volvo XC90 an even more powerful stance.

A single tailpipe in chrome-finish stainless steel.

Brushed stainless steel side scuff plate.

With black lower air intake and an all-black grille are offset with a confident, satin-finish trim. Only for the Volvo XC90 R-Design.

With this specially-designed exhaust system featuring two dual tailpipes in stainless steel, you will add an even more commanding and sporty look to your XC90. A unique R-Design rear skidplate is included.

Each seat in the second row can be moved forwards and backwards to offer you maximum comfort and versatillity. While the outer seats can slide forward a full 100 mm, the middle seat features an integrated booster cushion and can slide forward nearly 300 mm so you can move a child sitting closer to the adults in the front. And to provide added legroom for the passenger in the middle seat, simply remove the centre console’s rear section.

Each passenger seat backrest can be folded individually to give you the chance to carry passengers and cargo at the same time. What's more, fold down part or all of the three-split rear seat and you'll have easy access to a load compartment of up to 1837 litres. And by folding flat the middle seat backrest, you can transport long loads while still carrying passengers in complete comfort and safety. Finally, for added comfort and versatillity, the outer seats in the second row can slide forward a full 100 mm, while the middle seat can slide forward nearly 300 mm.

A convenient loading height and a dual-split tailgate with the lower section at the same height as the load compartment floor make the Volvo XC90 easy to load and unload. The lower section of the tailgate also serves as a stable platform for accessing cargo on the roof.

To help you carry long objects inside your Volvo, the front passenger seat backrest can be conveniently folded flat as an option.

Folds up from the load compartment floor to accommodate shopping bags or other cargo – secure with hooks and an elastic strap. When not in use, it's hidden in the floor.

By adding a 12V power outlet in the luggage compartment, you'll easily be able to connect extra electrical equipment.

Fitted behind the second row of seats or behind the front seats, the nylon protective net protects passengers from loose luggage when braking sharply and can be stored beneath the load compartment floor when it isn't needed.

Part of our load safety system, the loops help you secure cargo to the load compartment floor with either load securing straps or the elastic luggage net.

When you tow or carry a heavy load, automatic levelling adjusts the rear suspension so the vehicle will maintain stability, as well as the correct ground clearance and headlight angle.

Highlight the rugged character and elegant styling of your XC90 with these aerodynamically designed aluminium rails. They also make it even easier to attach Volvo's flexible load carrier system.

This state-of-the-art 243 hp in-line six-cylinder petrol engine is designed to elevate your driving experience to new levels of harmony and comfort. Its character is both responsive and relaxed – advanced engine technology, such as the variable geometry intake system, provides high torque in all driving situations and efficient overtaking. Depending on your driving style and the situation, the intake valve train automatically switches between economy and performance modes to optimise efficiency. The balanced nature of this power source also helps reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. Volvo’s All-Wheel Drive with Instant TractionTM and the six-speed Geartronic automatic perfectly complements this sophisticated engine.

High demands on pure efficiency without compromising on comfort? This front wheel drive 2.4-litre direct injection common rail 163 hp five-cylinder twin-turbo diesel with variable turbine geometry may be just for you. Emitting only 212 g CO₂/km, this fuel-efficient power plant will give you access to high torque (max 340 Nm) already from 1750 rpm. The relaxed character and flexibility of this engine will infuse your drive with the composed feeling of being in control in all situations. The six-speed Geartronic automatic perfectly complements this refined engine.

Dynamically matched to the Volvo XC90, the high-performance all-aluminium 200 hp D5 turbo diesel is a harmonious source of power. Advanced diesel technology, such as common rail direct injection and variable turbine geometry assure quick and comfortable response, excellent fuel economy and cleaner exhaust. Its high torque (max 420 Nm) provides remarkable flexibility in any situation. Low weight further enhances fuel economy and a balanced drive. This engine is mated to Volvo’s all-wheel drive with Instant Traction™ and a six-speed Geartronic automatic.

For the best of two worlds, there’s the six-speed Geartronic – a responsive automatic that’s ideal for relaxed driving, tough conditions or towing. This also allows manual gear shifting so you can maintain a lower gear to bring up the revs or for the added assistance of engine braking. A special winter setting make sit easier to move off and maintain a grip on slippery surfaces.

The advanced AWD technology with Instant Traction™ helps increase driving stability and traction on all road surfaces, in all weather conditions. It has an electronic management system that constantly monitors the speed of the wheels, the throttle, engine torque, engine speed and the brakes. As driving conditions change, wheels with the best grip get the most power. When a tyre loses traction, power is reduced to that wheel and instantly transferred to the more sure-footed wheels.

To help protect passengers in a rollover situation, Volvo’s ROPS is activated by a sensor that monitors the vehicle’s lean angle. In the event of a rollover the safety belt pre-tensioners are activated for every seat to help keep passengers more securely in place. At the same time, the Inflatable Curtain (IC) deploys to help protect against secondary impacts.

The Volvo XC90’s all-road capability is based on generous ground clearance (218 mm), a comparatively low centre of gravity and an advanced chassis. The rigid body enables optimal suspension performance, balanced handling and a high level of comfort. Front and rear suspension interact to provide stable braking and smooth steering. In a curve, the rear wheels have a slight steering facility for added stability and steering response.

Stiffer anti-roll bars help keep the Volvo XC90 R-DESIGN flat through hard turns. Firmer shocks improve body control and amplify road feedback. Only for the Volvo XC90 R-DESIGN.

By helping to prevent fishtails, spinouts and rollovers, stability control technology like DSTC has been described as one of the most vital safety advances of the past decade. At the core of DSTC, a gyroscope senses the car’s direction and compares it with steering wheel movements as well as the actual rotation of the car’s wheels. DSTC is able to detect a potential skid and help counteract this by reducing the engine’s power output or braking on one or more wheels.

In the event of an emergency manoeuvre, Volvo’s Roll Stability Control (RSC) can step in to help prevent the vehicle from rolling over. It features a gyroscopic sensor that registers the vehicle’s lean angle and rollover risk. If required, RSC will cut engine power or brake one or more of the wheels just enough to reduce the centrifugal force and help regain balance.

When you tow or carry a heavy load, automatic levelling adjusts the rear suspension so the vehicle will maintain stability, as well as the correct ground clearance and headlight angle.

Speed dependant power steering uses sophisticated, speed-sensitive technology to regulate the amount of power assistance a driver needs. At highway speeds, steering is firmer and more immediate. When parking or in slow traffic, steering is light and effortless.

Preventing dust and pollen from entering the cabin via the ventilation system, the cabin filter is a real benefit to driver and passengers, especially those prone to hay fever or other allergies.

Volvo’s IAQS continuously monitors incoming air and will, if necessary, temporarily close external air vents to shut out carbon monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide. When the air vents are opened, an active carbon filter protects the passengers from other harmful gases and unpleasant odours. This helps to ensure that the air you breathe in the car is clean, often cleaner than that outside when driving in heavy city traffic and tunnels.

Interior metal surfaces are tested with regard to contact allergies, and comply with the same standards for nickel leakage as high quality jewellery.

High demands on pure efficiency without compromising on comfort? This front wheel drive 2.4-litre direct injection common rail 163 hp five-cylinder twin-turbo diesel with variable turbine geometry may be just for you. Emitting only 212 g CO₂/km, this fuel-efficient power plant will give you access to high torque (max 340 Nm) already from 1750 rpm. The relaxed character and flexibility of this engine will infuse your drive with the composed feeling of being in control in all situations. The six-speed Geartronic automatic perfectly complements this refined engine.

Dynamically matched to the Volvo XC90, the high-performance all-aluminium 200 hp D5 turbo diesel is a harmonious source of power. Advanced diesel technology, such as common rail direct injection and variable turbine geometry assure quick and comfortable response, excellent fuel economy and cleaner exhaust. Its high torque (max 420 Nm) provides remarkable flexibility in any situation. Low weight further enhances fuel economy and a balanced drive. This engine is mated to Volvo’s all-wheel drive with Instant Traction™ and a six-speed Geartronic automatic.

Automatically activated during daylight, these energy efficient LED lights make your car more conspicuous. And when the dipped headlights are needed for illumination, they are automatically engaged by a twilight sensor. What’s more, the spoiler integrated LED lights also add to the distinct styling of your Volvo.

Going into action quickly after a cold start, Volvo’s advanced emission control eliminates between 95 and 99 per cent of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides from petrol engine exhaust gases. And Volvo turbodiesels feature a particulate filter that removes about 95 per cent of the particles from diesel exhaust gases.

To reduce usage of environmentally hazardous solvents, all Volvo exterior colours are water-based. What’s more, our painting facilities are among the cleanest in the world.

To help minimise our cars’ total environmental impact, every Volvo is designed to aid the recovery and recycling process at the end of its useful life.

By helping to prevent fishtails, spinouts and rollovers, stability control technology like DSTC has been described as one of the most vital safety advances of the past decade. At the core of DSTC, a gyroscope senses the car’s direction and compares it with steering wheel movements as well as the actual rotation of the car’s wheels. DSTC is able to detect a potential skid and help counteract this by reducing the engine’s power output or braking on one or more wheels.

In the event of an emergency manoeuvre, Volvo’s Roll Stability Control (RSC) can step in to help prevent the vehicle from rolling over. It features a gyroscopic sensor that registers the vehicle’s lean angle and rollover risk. If required, RSC will cut engine power or brake one or more of the wheels just enough to reduce the centrifugal force and help regain balance.

Generously dimensioned anti-locking, ventilated disc brakes help to ensure a short stopping distance in all situations. You can brake as hard as you like as you steer clear of trouble. Furthermore, they withstand tough use without fading. EBA detects an attempted emergency braking and, when necessary, provides added assistance to bring the vehicle to a standstill in the shortest possible distance. Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) distributes the braking effect between the front and rear wheels to achieve optimal results according to load and driving conditions.

For even better night vision, there’s the option of Dual Xenon gas discharge lamps. Compared to conventional halogen headlamps, Dual Xenon headlights expand your vision range by about 230%. This means you’ll gain a further 45 metres for braking. Independent of the load, these headlights self-adjust to maintain the correct angle to the road – even during hard acceleration or braking.

In addition to improving illumination by about 230% using Dual Xenon light technology, the Active Bending Lights give a 90% boost to your vision round bends at night. Controlled by microprocessors, the motorised lamps turn up to 15 degrees in either direction when driving – reliably lighting up your chosen path. A twilight sensor disengages the adaptive function during daylight.

Automatically activated during daylight, these energy efficient LED lights make your car more conspicuous. And when the dipped headlights are needed for illumination, they are automatically engaged by a twilight sensor. What’s more, the spoiler integrated LED lights also add to the distinct styling of your Volvo.

Integrated front and rear side-marker lamps help alert other drivers to your car’s presence.

To provide far better visibility in the rain, your Volvo’s front side windows help repel water as you drive. The hydrophobic surface treatment turns water into small drops that will be blown away by the force of the wind. This also gives you the benefit of less ice or frost in winter conditions. This option is offered in combination with laminated windows.

This lightweight wide-angle reflector stands upright to alert other road users even in strong winds and on slippery surfaces. It folds easily and stores in its own case.

In an accident, your car's front and rear crumple zones dissipate and distribute the impact around the car, while the roof pillars and transverse roof profiles absorb a great deal of the force if the vehicle starts to roll. They all form an interactive web of steel profiles, with the most crucial parts made of high-strength boron steel. In a side collision, the side-impact protection system distributes the crash forces across a large part of the car's body to help minimise the strain on the occupants.

The generous front deformation zones are designed to yield in a controlled way to help absorb crash energy before it reaches the cabin. The transversely mounted and very compact engine enables optimal use of the deformation zones to help protect occupants. Longitudinal steel struts help disperse crash energy away from the front to the rear of the vehicle, further helping to reduce the strain on the occupants.

SIPS is a Volvo unique safety system that has been developed to help protect the occupants in the event of a side collision. The steel framework of the vehicle – including the front seats – is designed and reinforced to help displace the impact of a side collision away from the occupants to other parts of the car body and help prevent intrusion into the cabin. The side structure is extremely strong to help withstand a severe side impact. The Inflatable Curtain (IC) for all the outboard occupants including the ones in the third row and the front seat side airbags interact to help provide further protection.

To help protect passengers in a rollover situation, Volvo’s ROPS is activated by a sensor that monitors the vehicle’s lean angle. In the event of a rollover the safety belt pre-tensioners are activated for every seat to help keep passengers more securely in place. At the same time, the Inflatable Curtain (IC) deploys to help protect against secondary impacts.

Safety belts are the first line of defence when it comes to help protecting people during a crash. That’s why we introduced them in 1959. We also invented the audible and visual safety belt reminder and today, everybody in the car is reminded to fasten their safety belts before moving off. And in the information display on the instrument panel, you can check that the rear seat passengers have all fastened their safety belts and that nobody unfastens them during the trip. Pre-tensioners activate to tighten the belts within fractions of a second in the event of a collision. The front seat safety belts then release a little so that the driver and passenger are cushioned by the airbags in a controlled fashion.

In a frontal collision, the driver and passenger airbags help protect your head, face and chest. But because no two collisions are the same, the airbags adapt the level of inflation depending on the force of the impact. To help minimise the impact on the driver, the driver’s airbag also interacts with the deformation of the collapsible steering column. And if the impact is low enough that the airbags aren’t needed, the system will just deploy safety belt pre-tensioners if necessary.

The passenger airbag is designed to help protect an adult in a frontal collision in case of collision. But if a child or a person shorter than 140 centimetres is in the front passenger seat, the airbag must first be disengaged to avoid the risk of serious injury. The airbag cut-off switch is positioned on the passenger end of the dashboard and can only be accessed with the door open. When the airbag is switched off (just use the key), you’re notified by a message on the roof console display.

These help reduce the risk of serious injuries to the chest and hips in a side-impact collision. Inflating in a fraction of a second, they're fitted in the outer edge of the front-seat backrests, ensuring they're always positioned securely by your side. Together with the SIPS system and the Inflatable Curtain (IC), they help provide a unique level of protection.

Inflating in a side-impact or rollover accident to help protect the heads of all outboard occupants including the ones in the third row, the Inflatable Curtain (IC) helps protect whether you’re in the front or the rear. It also stays inflated in multiple or longer-duration accidents to help provide extended protection, regardless of whether the windows are up or down.

The steering column is an advanced part of the safety system, with the upper and lower sections giving way in a controlled manner in a frontal impact to help protect the driver.

All the panels and door sides are padded with energy-absorbing materials to help reduce the risk of injury to the car’s passengers.

It’s something that happens every day in every major city in the world – a moment’s inattention and one driver runs into the back of another. And the result can be long-term injury as a result of whiplash. Volvo, as part of its IntelliSafe programme, has developed a system that can help reduce the risk of long-term injury by as much as 50 per cent. During a rear impact, the WHIPS system moves the entire seatback with the passenger or driver – similar to the way you might gently catch a ball – while the head restraint remains rigid to support the neck. A unique Volvo design.

Positioned to offer optimum protection irrespective of the occupant’s height, the restraints offer drivers and passengers outstanding protection. The rear middle restraint can be fully folded into the backrest to improve the driver’s rearward visibility.

To help prevent that passengers slide under and out of their safety belts in the event of a big impact, the seats feature anti-submarining guards which are specially shaped panels angled upwards at the forward edge inside the seats.

With head restraints, three-point safety belts with pre-tensioners, IC inflatable curtain and a generous rear crumple zone, two passengers up to 160 cm ride as safely and comfortably here as in any other seat. The seat’s position above the rear axle contributes to added side-impact protection and - to help provide added protection if the vehicle rolls over - the roof and the side pillars have extra reinforcement. At the same time, the safety belt pre-tensioners and IC are activated to help protect the heads of the occupants. Children from the age of three to about ten should be seated on a booster cushion and wearing a safety belt.

Not only is the XC90 built with a monocoque body and the same type of crumple zones found in the rest of the Volvo range, the body structure itself is still at the same height as the bumpers of most other passenger cars - despite its high ground clearance. In a frontal collision or side impact, the additional lower cross-member below the front bumper is designed to activate the other car’s own crumple zones more quickly. This can save vital milliseconds, time that may also save lives.

The front structure and bonnet are designed to help reduce the risk of injury to unprotected road-users. The front is gently rounded, the headlamps are integrated flush with the body and the bonnet acts as a crumple zone if a pedestrian is hit, thus helping to reduce the risk of serious injuries.

Further adding to your convenience and security, the Volvo On Call telematics technology with built-in GPS and GSM connectitivity constantly connects you with your Volvo and a range of personal services. A push of a button instantly puts you in contact with a Volvo On Call operator that can pinpoint your location and send the assistance you need. And just using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), an intelligent application allow you to remotely check the status of your car, monitor the fuel consumption, keep a car journal, locate your car and warm up the engine and cabin (if your car is equipped with a fuel heater). The system can also alert you to an attempted break-in. If the car is stolen, it can be traced via satellite. And in an accident where any of your car’s airbags are deployed, the Volvo On Call operator centre is alerted automatically.

The first-aid kit is conveniently carried in the load compartment and contains a variety of bandages. The contents are stored in different compartments to make it easier to find what you need in an emergency.

This easily adjustable cushion helps position a child from the age of three up to ten (15-36 kg) at the correct height for the safety belt to function effectively. The seat can be moved forward so the child can be closer to the adults in the front. And to provide added legroom, simply remove the rear section of the centre console.

The passenger airbag is designed to help protect an adult in a frontal collision in case of collision. But if a child or a person shorter than 140 centimetres is in the front passenger seat, the airbag must first be disengaged to avoid the risk of serious injury. The airbag cut-off switch is positioned on the passenger end of the dashboard and can only be accessed with the door open. When the airbag is switched off (just use the key), you’re notified by a message on the roof console display.

The power child lock enables you to conveniently lock the rear doors and rear power windows from the driver’s seat and prevent them from being opened from the inside.

In an emergency, you can use the panic button on the remote control to attract attention. Press and hold the button for at least 3 seconds or press it twice to activate the hazard lights and the horn.

Lock or unlock the doors and tailgate with the touch of a button. You can also unlock the tailgate separately. All doors can be automatically locked the moment you drive away. Alternatively, lock them immediately using the button in the centre console.

To further enhance your personal security, the doors can be set in the information menu to automatically lock the moment you drive away. Alternatively, lock them swiftly from the front seats using the lock button. Lock buttons are also available for the rear seat passengers.

Not only will the door locks withstand most break-in attempts, the electronic immobiliser makes it impossible to start the car without the right key. And even if a would-be thief manages to get into the car via the window, the deadlock system makes it impossible to open the door from the inside.

Further adding to your convenience and security, the Volvo On Call telematics technology with built-in GPS and GSM connectitivity constantly connects you with your Volvo and a range of personal services. A push of a button instantly puts you in contact with a Volvo On Call operator that can pinpoint your location and send the assistance you need. And just using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), an intelligent application allow you to remotely check the status of your car, monitor the fuel consumption, keep a car journal, locate your car and warm up the engine and cabin (if your car is equipped with a fuel heater). The system can also alert you to an attempted break-in. If the car is stolen, it can be traced via satellite. And in an accident where any of your car’s airbags are deployed, the Volvo On Call operator centre is alerted automatically.

Activated with the remote control or the Personal Car Communicator, Approach Lighting provides a warm reception on a dark night. This consists of parking lights, interior lights and ground lighting too, if fitted. Home Safe Lighting is activated with the headlight stalk as you leave the car. This feature provides a low beam from the headlight to accompany you to your door, whether you’re returning home or are out on the road.

In smaller garages or narrow lanes, being able to fold in your mirrors at the touch of a button is a real benefit. Thanks to their ground lighting you can avoid puddles and pavement edges.

Extremely tough laminated glass in the side windows turns an attempted smash-and-grab into a total waste of time for the would-be thief. It also contributes to a quiet cabin. Additionally, this option includes water-repellent glass in the front side windows for improved visibility in wet weather.

These provide a simple, effective way of reducing the risk of aluminium wheels being stolen. The wheel lock features one uniquely coded socket enabling only you or your garage technician to remove the wheels.

The seats in your Volvo may well be the most important ones in your life – over the lifetime of your car, you will probably spend thousands of hours sitting on them. That’s why we spent so much time developing their ergonomic sculpted design, firm yet comfortable, with supporting side cushions and ergonomic padding. Indeed, our seats are widely accepted as some of the finest in the car world. They have features like stepless lumbar support in the front seats, which allows for the tiniest degrees of adjustment for the best support for each individual. Add in our wide choice of upholstery materials and designs, and you’ll have a seat you’ll never want to leave.

All occupants will appreciate the comfort of a separate ergonomically designed seat. Cinema-style seating helps provide an excellent view, wherever you're seated. The easily adjustable front and second row seats make it easy to find the perfect seating position and maximum comfort. The middle seat also features an integrated booster cushion and can slide forward additionally to put the child in even closer contact with parents in the front seats. You can even remove the tunnel section's rear section to add extra legroom in the rear middle seat. In the third row of seats two passengers of up to 160 cm rides comfortably and are surrounded with comfort-enhancing details such as armrests with built-in cupholders, tables and a practical storage compartment between the seats. This area can also be fitted with its own air conditioning system, including adjustable ventilation vents. Each rear seat is easy to fold individually into the load area floor so you can transport both passengers and cargo without compromising on either comfort or safety.

There’s no such thing as a standard-sized Volvo owner. That’s why we’ve taken such care to design seats that can be manually adjusted to fit a huge range of physiques. You can, for example, change the height and the angle of the seat cushion to suit you perfectly and give full under-thigh support, whatever your shape or size. This great adjustability is also optionally available for the passenger seat. To make sure the small of your back is comfortably supported, the lumbar support can be adjusted on each front seat. And the seats slide back and forth over such a large range that even the tallest or shortest drivers will find their perfect driving position.

You know how frustrating it is to climb behind the wheel, only to find that a partner or colleague has adjusted the seat and door mirrors to suit their particular physique. That’s why you can electrically adjust the driver’s seat and door mirrors to your perfect position and then your Volvo saves the settings. Every time you use your remote control for the central locking, the seat and door mirrors will automatically adjust to your preferences (you get two remote controls or Personal Car Communicators with your Volvo and can order up to four more). Each remote control triggers the corresponding setting from the last time that particular remote control was used. Furthermore, you can save up to three different seat and door mirror settings by using the buttons on the seat. And an electrically adjustable passenger seat is also optionally available.

Essential for those early morning winter starts, you can set the heating to two positions using buttons on the centre console.

The front Executive seats in perforated leather and are ventilated usign built-in fans in the cushions and seat backs to provide extra comfort during hot days. And to really spoil you during long journeys, these seats also feature a massage function in the lumbar section.

Each seat in the second row can be moved forwards and backwards to offer you maximum comfort and versatillity. While the outer seats can slide forward a full 100 mm, the middle seat features an integrated booster cushion and can slide forward nearly 300 mm so you can move a child sitting closer to the adults in the front. And to provide added legroom for the passenger in the middle seat, simply remove the centre console’s rear section.

Enjoy unique leather upholstered sport seats with contrast stitching and definitive sculpting. Choose Offblack/Offblack or Offblack/Ceramic Light.

The specially designed Volvo XC90 Executive seats are fully upholstered in Executive Soft leather with contrasting seams and piping. Extra padding in all seats contributes to luxurious seating comfort in both the front and back. For your comfort during long journeys, the front seats are ventilated and feature an Executive massage treatment.

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige interior

Upholstery: Offblack with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack/Calcite with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

Upholstery: Offblack/Offblack with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

Preventing dust and pollen from entering the cabin via the ventilation system, the cabin filter is a real benefit to driver and passengers, especially those prone to hay fever or other allergies.

Electronic Climate Control (ECC) maintains the cabin temperature you choose and can be set independently for the driver and front passenger. Further contributing to your health and comfort, the system’s humidity sensor helps ensure cabin air has an appropriate level of humidity in relation to the outside climate.

Volvo’s IAQS continuously monitors incoming air and will, if necessary, temporarily close external air vents to shut out carbon monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide. When the air vents are opened, an active carbon filter protects the passengers from other harmful gases and unpleasant odours. This helps to ensure that the air you breathe in the car is clean, often cleaner than that outside when driving in heavy city traffic and tunnels.

Air vents that are conveniently located in the door pillars at face level create a comfortable environment for rear seat passengers. They also keep ice and mist off the rear side windows, which makes for a safer journey.

Supplementing Electronic Climate Control, this manual air-conditioning system boosts comfort in the third row. Passengers can conveniently adjust fan speed themselves and regulate air flow via ­separate vents.

Help cut glare and keep cabin temperatures down in hot, sunny conditions.

Helps reduce the risk of being dazzled by the sun and enhances the interior climate comfort.

The heat-reflecting windscreen reduces heat radiation from the windscreen and the temperature inside the car by filtering out the sun’s heat-generating invisible infrared rays.

This electrically powered glass sunroof adds a further dimension of airiness and light to the interior. And if the sun is in your eyes, just pull out the integrated sunblind. The sunroof can be opened or closed at the touch of a button in the roof console. It can also be opened or closed together with the side windows using the central locking remote control, the Personal Car Communicator or the lock button inside the car.

A fuel-driven heater will make your car easier to start, warm up the cabin and help reduce the environmental impact – a cold engine produces far more harmful emissions than a warm one, and will increase engine wear. Start the heater directly, or set the time you’d like to enter your warm and defrosted car. With a remote starter you can activate the heater without going out to the car. And if your car is equipped with Volvo On Call, you can start the heater using your smartphone.

As well as being lockable and illuminated, the glovebox also comes with pencil and credit card holders.

Both driver and front seat passenger have door panel storage pockets.

There are up to 12 cupholders to ensure that you and your passengers always have convenient access to drinks. Available in the front middle armrest, door sides and the third-row armrest.

The centre armrest conceals a host of conveniences. Fold back the upper section to reveal a handy storage space for CDs, sunglasses and other small items. It also provides rear seat passengers with a convenient table. Double cup holders in the front of the armrest ensure that refreshments are always easy to reach. These cup holders can be concealed when not in use. Here you’ll also find an AUX input and – depending on your choice of audio system – a USB port to connect your MP3 player to the vehicle’s audio system.

Conveniently located on the back of the front seats, these pockets provide even more storage space.

Conveniently operated from the steering wheel, cruise control allows you to drive in a more relaxed way without having to keep your foot on the accelerator. The car maintains the speed you choose until you turn off the cruise control or press the brake, accelerator or clutch. After braking or using the clutch, the car returns to its previous cruising speed at the touch of a button. After accelerating – for instance to overtake – your car automatically reverts to its previous cruising speed once you release the accelerator.

Operated via the indicator stalk, the trip computer shows current and average fuel consumption, how far the fuel will take you and average speed – helping you drive more economically.

Monitors the outside temperature and warns you if there is any risk of black ice.

We’ve all experienced that nasty little shock as we’re changing lanes and suddenly realise that there’s another vehicle in our blind spot. BLIS uses rear-facing cameras installed in the door mirrors to keep a lookout on either side of the car. As a vehicle enters your blind spot, this function can alert you with a lamp built into the front door post – left and right. Together with the door mirrors, this helps you assess the feasibility of a lane change. BLIS is activated once the car exceeds 10 km/h and reacts to almost any type of vehicle, including motorcycles. And BLIS maintains its vigil day or night.

Activated when you engage reverse gear, rear park assist helps you when reversing into tight spaces. The audio system is turned down and a pulsating sound from the rear loudspeakers becomes a continuous tone as you approach an obstacle. Front park assist performs a similar function at the front of the vehicle – alerting you via the front loudspeakers.

Once activated, the rain sensor can start the windscreen wipers as soon as it begins to rain or if water splashes onto the windscreen. For your convenience, it can also automatically adapt the intermittent windscreen-wiper function. Its sensitivity can be adjusted via a ring on the wiper stalk.

Easily adjusted from the driver's seat, the power adjustable door mirrors are electrically heated and therefore kept free from frost in cold weather.

Ending the need to take your hand off the steering wheel and stop headlight beams shining in your eyes, the anti-dazzle function is stepless and returns to normal when it's no longer needed.

This is a mirror that automatically adjusts itself to deflect the headlamp beams of the car behind you. When there's no light to dazzle you, it automatically readjusts to its normal setting. And to help you take a bearing, your direction is continuously displayed in the rear view mirror glass.

Fitted in the sun visor, lights come on when you open the vanity mirror cover – convenient and practical. Available for both the driver and front passenger.

In smaller garages or narrow lanes, being able to fold in your mirrors at the touch of a button is a real benefit. Thanks to their ground lighting you can avoid puddles and pavement edges.

The power windows have controls conveniently located in the door armrests. The front windows can be lowered or raised with a quick press or pull of a button, and you can lock the back windows from the driver’s seat if you’re travelling with small children. In this case, you’ll also be glad of the automatic anti-clamp protection, which will stop a window from closing on a trapped little hand.

An entry light on both the driver and front passenger side lights the foot-well area upon entry into the car. The rear seat reading lamps are recessed and shaded to avoid dazzling the driver, while the seven seater version also features two reading lamps for third-row occupants. The interior light will fade out 25 seconds after the doors have been closed, but will switch off immediately if the ignition is turned on or the doors are locked.

Speed dependant power steering uses sophisticated, speed-sensitive technology to regulate the amount of power assistance a driver needs. At highway speeds, steering is firmer and more immediate. When parking or in slow traffic, steering is light and effortless.

The headlamp level adjuster allows the driver to lower or raise the angle of the headlight beam by turning a dial on the instrument panel. This is particularly useful when driving at night with a full load.

Neatly integrated at the rear end of the tunnel console, the extra power outlet can provide electricity for a phone charger, laptop, game console, DVD player or other portable electronic devices.

Bluetooth® technology enables a mobile phone to be connected wirelessly to the infotainment system in your Volvo. Once configured for a mobile phone, the system automatically recognises your phone as you enter the car. And as you climb in and out of the car, the system automatically allows you to switch freely from the phone to the handsfree system and back again. With Volvo’s integrated Bluetooth® handsfree system you conveniently operate your phone using the buttons on the steering wheel or the centre console keypad. What's more, you can stream music from your mobile phone or a media player and listen to it through the cars audio system.

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Volvo Car Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Volvo’s GPS-based RTI navigation system offers both voice guidance and graphic navigation all the way to your destination. Via TMC (Traffic Message Channel) radio data broadcasts, RTI also lets you know if there are traffic obstacles en route and recommends an alternative. Extremely swift and precise, this new generation RTI features a hard disk drive covering maps for major parts of Europe. The system is fully integrated in your Volvo and is easily controlled from the steering wheel or optional remote, and the screen is positioned so you can keep your attention on the traffic. You can choose between two operating modes – Easy and Advanced. When RTI is not needed, the screen is hidden inside the dash.

To help you keep track of new roads and points of interest, you can join our MapCare programme for two free map updates.

Further adding to your convenience and security, the Volvo On Call telematics technology with built-in GPS and GSM connectitivity constantly connects you with your Volvo and a range of personal services. A push of a button instantly puts you in contact with a Volvo On Call operator that can pinpoint your location and send the assistance you need. And just using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), an intelligent application allow you to remotely check the status of your car, monitor the fuel consumption, keep a car journal, locate your car and warm up the engine and cabin (if your car is equipped with a fuel heater). The system can also alert you to an attempted break-in. If the car is stolen, it can be traced via satellite. And in an accident where any of your car’s airbags are deployed, the Volvo On Call operator centre is alerted automatically.

A powerfull and versatile 4x40 W audio system. Each of the 8 loudspeakers is fitted with a powerful magnet and a large coil. Coupled to the High Performance amplifier, this system provides superb transient reproduction, high power durability and low distortion for a superb listening experience.

Options: Separate remote control and rear headphone connectors. A 6-CD changer is available (replaces the CD player) – this option deletes the USB input, but a USB and iPod® Music Interface (accessory) can be added. Accessory: Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE).

The Premium Sound system is in a class of its own. The digital class D amplifier generates 5x130 watts of music. Dolby® Pro Logic® II surround sound recreates a sound that’s equally authentic at each seating position. There are 12 high-end loudspeakers specially developed for the Volvo XC90 a true concert hall experience.

Options: Separate remote control and rear headphone connectors. A 6-CD changer is available (replaces the CD player) – this option deletes the USB input, but a USB and iPod® Music Interface (accessory) can be added. Accessory: Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE).

Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

The MP3 compatible, single-CD player is integrated into the radio panel. You can operate it conveniently from the centre stack or from the steering wheel keypad. Select individual tracks or allow the player to select them at random. And playing MP3 and WMA music files is no problem at all.

Switch freely among up to six CDs while driving. Play the discs in sequence, choose a disc and track independently, or allow the player to select at random – all conveniently controlled from the stereo panel or with the steering wheel keypad. Replaces the standard CD player. Also plays CDs with MP3 files/WMA. Only available with the Premium Sound and High Performance audio systems.

Cannot be combined with a USB port. Choosing a 6-CD changer, you can add a USB and iPod® Music Interface to integrate your MP3 player with the audio system.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

There are a number of ways in which to enjoy MP3 music files in your Volvo XC90. If you’d like to connect your personal MP3 player to the audio system, you can choose from the USB input in the glove box or a 3.5mm AUX input in the centre console. Volume is conveniently controlled from the steering wheel, centre console and rear headphone connectors. The USB input* also allows you to fully integrate your iPod®, MP3 player or USB device with the audio system. Playlists, songs and artists are clearly displayed in the centre console, while your player will be charged at the same time. The audio systems also feature an MP3 and WMA compatible CD player.

*Not in combination with a 6-CD changer. Choosing a 6-CD changer, you can add a USB and iPod® Music Interface to connect your MP3 player to the audio system.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

The integrated Bluetooth® technology allows wireless communication and streaming of music files. Simply connect your Bluetooth® compatible mobile phone to your audio system and enjoy the music files stored in your phone. Available in combination with the Bluetooth® handsfree system.

Adjust the volume, switch radio stations or play the previous or next track without taking your hands off the wheel. With illuminated buttons for intuitive use.

These connectors allow four rear-seat passengers to listen to the radio or their favourite CD at the same time without disturbing other occupants. They have separate controls for headphone volume and audio source. There are also controls for changing tracks or switching for radio stations.

Neatly integrated at the rear end of the tunnel console, the extra power outlet can provide electricity for a phone charger, laptop, game console, DVD player or other portable electronic devices.

With Volvo's DVD-based RSE dual screen, the rear seat passengers can enjoy a film or play a game – together or separately. Two 8-inch widescreen displays are integrated in the front seat head restraints and provide excellent image quality. Wireless headphones keep things calm in the cabin and you can listen to the music or programme of your choice. Via an AUX input, you can also connect external devices such as an iPod®, MP3 player, an extra DVD player or a digital camera. The RSE system is an integrated part of the car and matches the interior perfectly.

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige interior

Upholstery: Offblack with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut with contrasting seams and piping
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Chestnut
Interior: Offblack

Upholstery: Soft Beige
Interior: Sandstone Beige

Upholstery: Offblack/Offblack with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

Upholstery: Offblack/Calcite with contrasting seams
Interior: Offblack

R-Design only.

(Standard on R-Design)

XC90 Executive only.

XC90 Executive only.

(Standard on R-Design)

(Standard on XC90 Executive)

Exclusive nubuck-trimmed floor mats with extra thick pile for both the passenger and load compartment contribute to the Executive ambience. Only in the Volvo XC90 Executive.

Positioned over the rear seat tunnel, this rubber mat protects the original carpeting of your Volvo – especially useful when there are three in the rear seat. Colour-coordinated with the rubber floor mats.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Only available for R-Design.

Also available for Executive (not available for R-Design)

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

Also available for Executive and R-Design.

20" alloy wheels (Option on R-Design)

19" alloy wheels.

19" alloy wheels.

(Standard on R-Design)

18" alloy wheels.

18" alloy wheels.

18" alloy wheels.

17" alloy wheels.

Automatically activated during daylight, these energy efficient LED lights make your car more conspicuous. And when the dipped headlights are needed for illumination, they are automatically engaged by a twilight sensor. What’s more, the spoiler integrated LED lights also add to the distinct styling of your Volvo.

This design element is integrated in the front bumper to give the Volvo XC90 an even more powerful stance.

A single tailpipe in chrome-finish stainless steel.

Brushed stainless steel side scuff plate.

With black lower air intake and an all-black grille are offset with a confident, satin-finish trim. Only for the Volvo XC90 R-Design.

With this specially-designed exhaust system featuring two dual tailpipes in stainless steel, you will add an even more commanding and sporty look to your XC90. A unique R-Design rear skidplate is included.

Each seat in the second row can be moved forwards and backwards to offer you maximum comfort and versatillity. While the outer seats can slide forward a full 100 mm, the middle seat features an integrated booster cushion and can slide forward nearly 300 mm so you can move a child sitting closer to the adults in the front. And to provide added legroom for the passenger in the middle seat, simply remove the centre console’s rear section.

Each passenger seat backrest can be folded individually to give you the chance to carry passengers and cargo at the same time. What's more, fold down part or all of the three-split rear seat and you'll have easy access to a load compartment of up to 1837 litres. And by folding flat the middle seat backrest, you can transport long loads while still carrying passengers in complete comfort and safety. Finally, for added comfort and versatillity, the outer seats in the second row can slide forward a full 100 mm, while the middle seat can slide forward nearly 300 mm.

A convenient loading height and a dual-split tailgate with the lower section at the same height as the load compartment floor make the Volvo XC90 easy to load and unload. The lower section of the tailgate also serves as a stable platform for accessing cargo on the roof.

To help you carry long objects inside your Volvo, the front passenger seat backrest can be conveniently folded flat as an option.

Folds up from the load compartment floor to accommodate shopping bags or other cargo – secure with hooks and an elastic strap. When not in use, it's hidden in the floor.

By adding a 12V power outlet in the luggage compartment, you'll easily be able to connect extra electrical equipment.

Fitted behind the second row of seats or behind the front seats, the nylon protective net protects passengers from loose luggage when braking sharply and can be stored beneath the load compartment floor when it isn't needed.

Part of our load safety system, the loops help you secure cargo to the load compartment floor with either load securing straps or the elastic luggage net.

When you tow or carry a heavy load, automatic levelling adjusts the rear suspension so the vehicle will maintain stability, as well as the correct ground clearance and headlight angle.

Highlight the rugged character and elegant styling of your XC90 with these aerodynamically designed aluminium rails. They also make it even easier to attach Volvo's flexible load carrier system.

This state-of-the-art 243 hp in-line six-cylinder petrol engine is designed to elevate your driving experience to new levels of harmony and comfort. Its character is both responsive and relaxed – advanced engine technology, such as the variable geometry intake system, provides high torque in all driving situations and efficient overtaking. Depending on your driving style and the situation, the intake valve train automatically switches between economy and performance modes to optimise efficiency. The balanced nature of this power source also helps reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. Volvo’s All-Wheel Drive with Instant TractionTM and the six-speed Geartronic automatic perfectly complements this sophisticated engine.

High demands on pure efficiency without compromising on comfort? This front wheel drive 2.4-litre direct injection common rail 163 hp five-cylinder twin-turbo diesel with variable turbine geometry may be just for you. Emitting only 212 g CO₂/km, this fuel-efficient power plant will give you access to high torque (max 340 Nm) already from 1750 rpm. The relaxed character and flexibility of this engine will infuse your drive with the composed feeling of being in control in all situations. The six-speed Geartronic automatic perfectly complements this refined engine.

Dynamically matched to the Volvo XC90, the high-performance all-aluminium 200 hp D5 turbo diesel is a harmonious source of power. Advanced diesel technology, such as common rail direct injection and variable turbine geometry assure quick and comfortable response, excellent fuel economy and cleaner exhaust. Its high torque (max 420 Nm) provides remarkable flexibility in any situation. Low weight further enhances fuel economy and a balanced drive. This engine is mated to Volvo’s all-wheel drive with Instant Traction™ and a six-speed Geartronic automatic.

For the best of two worlds, there’s the six-speed Geartronic – a responsive automatic that’s ideal for relaxed driving, tough conditions or towing. This also allows manual gear shifting so you can maintain a lower gear to bring up the revs or for the added assistance of engine braking. A special winter setting make sit easier to move off and maintain a grip on slippery surfaces.

The advanced AWD technology with Instant Traction™ helps increase driving stability and traction on all road surfaces, in all weather conditions. It has an electronic management system that constantly monitors the speed of the wheels, the throttle, engine torque, engine speed and the brakes. As driving conditions change, wheels with the best grip get the most power. When a tyre loses traction, power is reduced to that wheel and instantly transferred to the more sure-footed wheels.

To help protect passengers in a rollover situation, Volvo’s ROPS is activated by a sensor that monitors the vehicle’s lean angle. In the event of a rollover the safety belt pre-tensioners are activated for every seat to help keep passengers more securely in place. At the same time, the Inflatable Curtain (IC) deploys to help protect against secondary impacts.

The Volvo XC90’s all-road capability is based on generous ground clearance (218 mm), a comparatively low centre of gravity and an advanced chassis. The rigid body enables optimal suspension performance, balanced handling and a high level of comfort. Front and rear suspension interact to provide stable braking and smooth steering. In a curve, the rear wheels have a slight steering facility for added stability and steering response.

Stiffer anti-roll bars help keep the Volvo XC90 R-DESIGN flat through hard turns. Firmer shocks improve body control and amplify road feedback. Only for the Volvo XC90 R-DESIGN.

By helping to prevent fishtails, spinouts and rollovers, stability control technology like DSTC has been described as one of the most vital safety advances of the past decade. At the core of DSTC, a gyroscope senses the car’s direction and compares it with steering wheel movements as well as the actual rotation of the car’s wheels. DSTC is able to detect a potential skid and help counteract this by reducing the engine’s power output or braking on one or more wheels.

In the event of an emergency manoeuvre, Volvo’s Roll Stability Control (RSC) can step in to help prevent the vehicle from rolling over. It features a gyroscopic sensor that registers the vehicle’s lean angle and rollover risk. If required, RSC will cut engine power or brake one or more of the wheels just enough to reduce the centrifugal force and help regain balance.

When you tow or carry a heavy load, automatic levelling adjusts the rear suspension so the vehicle will maintain stability, as well as the correct ground clearance and headlight angle.

Speed dependant power steering uses sophisticated, speed-sensitive technology to regulate the amount of power assistance a driver needs. At highway speeds, steering is firmer and more immediate. When parking or in slow traffic, steering is light and effortless.

Preventing dust and pollen from entering the cabin via the ventilation system, the cabin filter is a real benefit to driver and passengers, especially those prone to hay fever or other allergies.

Volvo’s IAQS continuously monitors incoming air and will, if necessary, temporarily close external air vents to shut out carbon monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide. When the air vents are opened, an active carbon filter protects the passengers from other harmful gases and unpleasant odours. This helps to ensure that the air you breathe in the car is clean, often cleaner than that outside when driving in heavy city traffic and tunnels.

Interior metal surfaces are tested with regard to contact allergies, and comply with the same standards for nickel leakage as high quality jewellery.

High demands on pure efficiency without compromising on comfort? This front wheel drive 2.4-litre direct injection common rail 163 hp five-cylinder twin-turbo diesel with variable turbine geometry may be just for you. Emitting only 212 g CO₂/km, this fuel-efficient power plant will give you access to high torque (max 340 Nm) already from 1750 rpm. The relaxed character and flexibility of this engine will infuse your drive with the composed feeling of being in control in all situations. The six-speed Geartronic automatic perfectly complements this refined engine.

Dynamically matched to the Volvo XC90, the high-performance all-aluminium 200 hp D5 turbo diesel is a harmonious source of power. Advanced diesel technology, such as common rail direct injection and variable turbine geometry assure quick and comfortable response, excellent fuel economy and cleaner exhaust. Its high torque (max 420 Nm) provides remarkable flexibility in any situation. Low weight further enhances fuel economy and a balanced drive. This engine is mated to Volvo’s all-wheel drive with Instant Traction™ and a six-speed Geartronic automatic.

Automatically activated during daylight, these energy efficient LED lights make your car more conspicuous. And when the dipped headlights are needed for illumination, they are automatically engaged by a twilight sensor. What’s more, the spoiler integrated LED lights also add to the distinct styling of your Volvo.

Going into action quickly after a cold start, Volvo’s advanced emission control eliminates between 95 and 99 per cent of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides from petrol engine exhaust gases. And Volvo turbodiesels feature a particulate filter that removes about 95 per cent of the particles from diesel exhaust gases.

To reduce usage of environmentally hazardous solvents, all Volvo exterior colours are water-based. What’s more, our painting facilities are among the cleanest in the world.

To help minimise our cars’ total environmental impact, every Volvo is designed to aid the recovery and recycling process at the end of its useful life.