Volvo S90 2025: Price, consumption, picture, technical data.
With a distinctive design inside and out and a smooth driving experience, the Volvo S90 is a luxury sedan that prides itself on standing out from the German competition. Its minimalist Scandinavian style makes for a cozy cabin, and the quiet and comfortable ride foregoes sportiness in favor of relaxation.
Sedan Volvo S90
The base B6 powertrain includes a mild-hybrid setup, while the S90 Recharge offers a plug-in hybrid powertrain with an EPA-rated 21 miles of all-electric range. Many luxury and driver-assist features are offered, and the S90 is priced significantly lower than other full-size luxury sedans.
What’s new ?
The B6 replaces the T6 as the S90’s base engine. It’s again a 2.0-liter turbocharged and supercharged inline-four, but this time it has a 48-volt hybrid system and produces 295 horsepower. The S90 also gets an Android-based infotainment system and improved sensors for the driver assistance systems.
The S90 is offered in Momentum, R-Design and Inscription trim levels, with the Momentum being the only one not offered with the optional Recharge plug-in hybrid powertrain. R-Design and Inscription models are fancier, but we’d choose the Momentum for its value equation, as it’s well equipped for the money and the B6 mild-hybrid setup is plenty quick and reasonably fuel efficient.
Engine, transmission and performance
We’ve yet to test the S90’s new base B6 mild-hybrid powertrain, but expect it to offer similar performance to the previous T6 model. The 400-hp Plug-in Hybrid Recharge version raced around our test track and matched the six-cylinder BMW 540i xDrive’s zero-to-62 mph results (4.5 seconds) in our testing, but out on the road we noticed some occasional hiccups when driving the hybrid powertrain.
Give the S90’s accelerator a sharp input and there’s a brief delay followed by an abrupt moment of acceleration as the petrol engine kicks in to assist the electric motors. Handling is sure-footed, but the trade-off is a ride that hardly feels like terrycloth.
Rough roads transmit more vibrations into the cabin than softer-sprung rivals. The steering feels weighty but isn’t as direct or precise as it should be, undermining the S90’s perceived athleticism.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
Models equipped with the B6 powertrain earn EPA fuel economy ratings of 23 mpg city and 31 mpg highway, while the Hybrid Recharge models get a rating of up to 63 MPGe combined. On our 75-mph highway fuel economy test route, the plug-in hybrid delivered 32 mpg. It should be noted that during this highway trip, we were able to use the S90’s 21-mile range on electricity alone, as the system automatically engages the gasoline engine at highway speeds. For more information on the S90’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, comfort and cargo
The S90’s cabin is by far its most impressive feature. A mix of high-quality materials – open-pore wood, genuine leather, brushed metal and fine-grained plastics – come together in a cohesive and undeniably modern space. The 14-way power-adjustable front seats in our Inscription test vehicle were comfortable all day and should accommodate all body shapes.
However, the S90 lacks features we expect in this segment. A manual steering column makes a surprising – and disappointing – appearance, as nearly all of the Volvo’s competitors offer power adjustments. The S90 sedan will suit most drivers’ needs, and models with folding rear seats offer a huge cargo area. Got even more gear to cart? Check out the V90, the S90’s sibling.
Infotainment and connectivity
The S90 is as connected as any of its rivals, relying heavily on its infotainment touchscreen to control many of its functions. All S90s feature a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen mounted in the center of the dashboard. To adjust simple functions like heated seats or the optional head-up display, the user must interact with the system. This is becoming standard for the luxury brand, and some systems are more user-friendly than others. The S90’s system is easy to use, but the driver will have a learning curve before feeling comfortable enough to make changes on the go. Volvo’s latest Android-based infotainment system doesn’t currently support Apple CarPlay or Android Auto smartphone mirroring, but Volvo says it will add it at a later date.
Safety and driver assistance functions
The S90’s long list of driver assistance features is impressive, and Volvo offers most of them as standard. For more information on the S90’s crash test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automatic emergency braking with forward collision warning
- Lane departure warning system as standard
- Standard adaptive cruise control
Volvo S90 Price
The expected launch date of the Volvo S90 is and the expected price is between 42,500 and 53,000 euros. All information on this page is unofficial, but the official specifications, features and prices will be updated after the official launch.
