Volvo CX90: review, specifications and reviews

Medium-sized SUVs are a very popular class of cars. One of them is Volvo XC90, although it does not belong to very popular models. Further, the history, technical parameters and place in the market of the given car are considered.

History

Production of the XC90 began in 2002. The car has only two generations. The first was released within 12 years. During this time, he underwent several upgrades: the first restyling was carried out in 2006, then small updates were made in 2009, 2010 and 2012. And all the upgrades were external. That is, for such a long period of production, the car has not undergone any technical updates. In addition, external changes were very modest. As a result, by the end of production, the XC90 has become obsolete both in body and interior design, as well as in functionality and technical part in comparison with modern analogues.

In 2014, the second generation was introduced. The car is radically different from the first XC90. Thanks to the new platform, engines and electronic systems, it has become one of the most advanced representatives of medium-sized SUV of the average price range. In addition, the car received a bright design and a more luxurious interior.

Platform

Volvo CX90 second generation was the first car manufacturer, built on a new platform SPA. It is represented by a flexible scalable architecture, which in the future is planned to be used for most of the company's lineup. This platform allowed to reduce the mass of the car by 150 kg in comparison with the first generation.

Body

Volvo CX90 has a traditional SUV body - five-door station wagon. Its length is 4.95 m, width - 2.008 m, height - 1.776 m. The wheelbase is 2.984 m. If the first generation was very inconspicuous, and by the end of production its design was outdated, the new XC90 manufacturer made it bright while maintaining proportions.

Engines

The car is equipped with five engines, represented by two diesel and three petrol engines. A notable feature is that they all have a volume of 2 liters.

D 4204 T14. This is the least powerful engine that equips the D4 version. It is a four-cylinder turbo-diesel power unit with a direct injection system. He develops 190 liters. from. And 400 Nm.

D 4204 T23, D 4204 T11. Has the same design as the above motor, but differs in settings, depending on which it develops 235 liters. S., 480 Nm or 10 units less power and torque. They are equipped with version D5.

B 4204 T11. This is the simplest gasoline engine in the range of XC90. It is a four-cylinder in-line turbocharged direct injection engine for the T5 version. Its capacity is 249 liters. With., The twisting moment - 350 Nanometers.

B 4204 T27. The same engine, but with different settings for the T6 version, allowing it to develop 320 liters. from. And 400 Nm.

The T8 modification is hybrid. The power unit combines the same gasoline engine, which in this case develops 316 hp. With., And an electric motor with a capacity of 86 liters. from. The total capacity is 402 liters. from. And 640 Nm.

Transmission

All versions, except for D4, are all-wheel drive. At T8 it is realized by both engines. The gasoline engine transmits traction to the front wheels, and the electric motor drives the rear axle. For other versions, the all-wheel drive is based on the Haldex coupling.

All modifications are equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Chassis

Both suspension brackets are assembled on steel subframes. The front is represented by a circuit with two transverse aluminum arms, and the rear one is a structure with a central spring made of composite materials. An air suspension is available, providing the possibility of changing the ride height.

Interior

The Volvo CX90 is available in 5- and 7-seat versions. The manufacturer calls this model the most luxurious in its history. High quality expensive materials are used in decoration. In addition, the car is equipped with a modern multimedia system and a variety of electronic systems.

Electronics

The XC90 has the same set of electronic equipment that is installed on premium mid-size SUVs. In addition, it is equipped with some special systems. So, the car has a unique system for protecting passengers when departing from the road. The principle of its operation is that special devices integrated into the seats, suppress fluctuations when moving along irregularities. Also on the XC90 set the system of automatic braking at intersections.

Cost

The price of the XC90 in the D4 version and the simplest configuration starts at 3.26 million rubles, and a more powerful diesel car D5 can be purchased for at least 3.49 million rubles. The simplest gasoline version of T5 is in the base version of 3.501 million rubles. The price of the most powerful XC90 is from 3.993 to 4.356 million rubles. A hybrid version is not available in the local market. In the US, its base value is $ 67.8 thousand.

Place on the market

For the price and consumer characteristics, the XC90 is in the middle range of the mid-size crossovers segment, which allows it to compete with both conventional and premium models. That is, the simplest versions are an alternative to the maximum modifications of the first, and the top versions compete with the minimal and medium versions of premium SUVs. For example, VW Touareg is close at prices to XC90. The cost of the simplest version is much lower than that of Volvo (2.6 million rubles), but the maximum equipment in the database is only 247 thousand rubles cheaper than the XC90 T6.

The basic version of the Lexus RX is also cheaper than the Volvo CX90. Its price is 2.8 million rubles. However, the modification corresponding to T6 can already come close to it with maximum equipment. In addition, unlike Volvo, Lexus supplies a hybrid version to the local market, which is already more expensive than XC90 (from 4.351 million rubles).

Infinity QX70 on the price range is very close to RX (from 2.899 million rubles). In contrast, the maximum modification of Infinity is not a hybrid, but a version of V8, the cost of which is 4.160 million rubles.

Among the German premium mid-size SUV, the most affordable is Audi Q7, which can be bought for 3.665 million rubles. So much is a 2 liter version with a capacity of 252 liters. from. Also in the price range of the XC90 T6 include 3 liters of petrol and diesel modifications of the Q7 with a capacity of 333 and 249 liters. from. Respectively (both from 4.15 million rubles). That is, for a similar price, you can buy even a more powerful Audi, however, in the basic configuration.

In the same price range, three engines are also available for the BMW X5: a 3 liter petrol engine with a capacity of 306 liters. from. (From 3.86 million rubles), diesel in the versions of 218 liters. from. (4.06 million rubles) and 313 liters. from. (From 4.33 million rubles). In addition, the local market is supplied with a hybrid modification, which costs from 4.68 million rubles. For the price of the XC90 T6, you can only buy a basic version of the Mercedes Benz GLE with a 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 204 liters. from. (From 4.12 million rubles). Also, the model has a hybrid version costing from 5.5 million rubles.

The most notable feature of the XC90, which distinguishes it among similar models, is that all power units are represented by 2 l engines with different options.

Reviews

A lot of operational information about the first Volvo CX90. Reviews about it have been accumulating since 2002, and this was facilitated by the fact that for 12 years of production the design of the car has not changed. By now, many consider the design and interior of its obsolete. Also, a large number of users note the grossness of the machine, and many owners complain about the rigidity of the suspension. In addition, the XC90 is considered expensive in service because of the prices for both parts and services. They also say about the high fuel consumption, especially for gasoline versions, reviews. Volvo CX90 (engine 2.5 turbo) is called the best option for efficiency, but many lack the dynamics. The main advantages are comfort, spaciousness, non-retention. In addition, provided the professional service is highly appreciated the reliability of the Volvo CX90. Reviews of the owners are mostly positive.

Most users of cars of the second generation are also happy with them. Especially they note the comfort and equipment of the Volvo CX90. Technical specifications also suit the owners. However, they believe that the cost of both car and maintenance is too high. In addition, some note failures in the operation of numerous electronic systems.