Volvo XC90

We drive Volvo’s brand new luxury SUV, the all-new XC90. So does the new Volvo have what it takes to go up against the mighty German trio? Well, we find out...

Every brand needs a product that takes its image and appeal and turns it upside down. Re-invent. That is exactly what the iPhone did for Apple, and we all know where that story goes. The same principle applies for automobiles too. Every few decades or so, every brand needs a major shake up to make it appealing once again. Volvo, a brand known for its impeccable reputation when it comes to making safe cars, but has never been on the forefront of the luxury car market in India or across the world for that matter. Now though, with the new XC90, we think all that is about to change. Exterior styling: rating_4.0_rating So lets start with styling. The new XC90 looks like nothing Volvo has ever made and that is a great thing. Just like everything Scandinavian, the Volvo XC90 doesn’t find the need to scream out when it comes to design elements but employs a rather subtle way of showcasing itself. From the large headlamps that come with a ‘Thor’ inspired daytime running light to the huge gaping grille that comes in two distinct finishes depending on the variant you choose, nothing on the XC90 seems to be in excess. We drove the top of the line...read more »

We do a detailed spec comparison of the all-new Volvo XC90 with its most fierce competitors, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, the BMW X5, the Audi Q7 and the Land Rover Discovery.

Internal combustion engines will remain in the lineup, but the focus will gradually shift from hybrids to all-electric vehicles

The Swedish carmaker has announced that starting 2019, every car it launches will have an electric motor. No, we're not talking about the power steering motor. The electric motor will either supplement the internal combustion engines or replace it altogether. Electrification will gradually take over the entire lineup. Starting from 2019, all new Volvo cars will come with a hybrid powertrain. The manufacturer will also begin phasing out cars that don't have an electric motor driving the wheels. The next chapter for the carmaker will see only hybrids—with or without a plug—and electric cars in the lineup. The company announced that five fully electric vehicles are scheduled to go on sale in India between 2019 and 2021. Three of those will be from Volvo, and two will come with performance parts wearing the Polestar badge. Variants of these cars with petrol and diesel engines accompanied by hybrid or plug-in hybrid propulsion systems will also make their way to the showrooms. This will give buyers a full spectrum of electrified powertrains to choose from ranging from mild hybrid to fully electric. Polestar will continue to work as a separate entity... read more »

The S90 gets a front radar while the XC90 gets Power Pulse technology

The hybrid variant of the luxurious SUV will be available only in the top-spec Excellence trim and is the first luxury hybrid SUV in the market.