Volvo XC90 2024– car dimensions: 4953 mm long, 1931 mm wide and 1771 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,028 kg. Braked towing is 2,400 kg.
The cabin has a standard 9-inch or 11.2-inch portrait touchscreen with Google built-in, plus wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on all grades. Four-zone climate control is standard, with rear controls and third-row vents. Adaptive cruise with Pilot Assist, City Safety automatic emergency braking, BLIS blind-spot system with steer assist, lane keeping aid, front and rear parking sensors, and a rear camera are all standard. Higher trims add a 360-degree camera.
With seven seats up the boot holds about 302 litres to the glass line on non-plug-in models. Fold the third row for roughly 680 litres, or all rear seats for up to 1856 litres to the roof. Plug-in hybrids lose a little space. The floor is flat with no lip, and there is underfloor storage plus bag hooks.
Braked towing is rated at 2400 kg on B5 and T8 models, rising to 2700 kg on B6. Unbraked limit is 750 kg. Payload sits around 650-685 kg depending on spec. A retractable towbar is available. Standard touring chassis handles normal loads. air suspension with adaptive dampers is optional or standard on higher grades for better control when towing or carrying weight.
The cabin feels open and calm with Scandinavian materials, ergonomic comfort seats that power-adjust in multiple ways plus lumbar support, and standard heated fronts. Higher grades add ventilation, power side bolsters, cushion extensions and massage. A panoramic roof brings in light when fitted, four-zone climate keeps all rows even, and laminated glass options cut noise.
B5 mild hybrid EPA around 22 city/27 highway/24-26 combined mpg. B6 lower. T8 PHEV up to 58 MPGe and ~32 electric miles.
Service every 10,000 miles or 1 year. first three services complimentary in key markets.
NHTSA 5-star overall. IIHS Top Safety Pick+ on recent equivalents.
Standard City Safety auto-brake (vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, animals), BLIS with steer assist, Pilot Assist, full airbags including curtains and driver knee, WHIPS, SIPS, run-off road protection.
Fuel use sits in the mid-20s mpg combined for the mild-hybrid petrols on EPA figures, with the B5 the more efficient choice. The plug-in hybrid adds meaningful electric range for short trips and strong MPGe when charged regularly.
Servicing follows a 10,000-mile or annual schedule. Early services are covered under factory programmes in major markets, keeping initial ownership simple. Timing belt service falls much later at high mileage.
Safety kit is comprehensive from the base grade: automatic emergency braking across many scenarios, lane and blind-spot aids, adaptive cruise with Pilot Assist, and a full passive set with side-impact and whiplash protection for all rows. Crash scores are top-tier where tested.
Living with the car means routine dealer visits for oil and checks, strong residual safety reputation, and straightforward hybrid care. Keep software updated via the app and stick to the schedule for best reliability.
Length 4953 mm, Width 1931 mm, Height 1771 mm, Wheelbase 2984 mm (XC90 2024-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Volvo Cars international, Volvo UK MY2024 price and specification PDF.