The 2025 Volvo XC90 T8 AWD Ultra PHEV SUV

What is a XC90? The XC90 is a midsize luxury SUV built in the Torslanda, Sweden assembly plant and sold worldwide by Volvo. The 2025 XC90 is a luxury SUV, known for its spacious and comfortable interior, sophisticated design and advanced safety features. It’s a 3 row, 6 or 7 seat SUV, offering a luxurious experience for families or those who need ample space. The XC90 is also known for its blend of Swedish craftsmanship with innovative tech, including Google built-in features and a variety of safety technologies. Some of the key items found on a new Volvo XC90 are:

Luxurious and Spacious Interior: The XC90 offers a refined and comfortable cabin with high quality materials and extra space for passengers, pets and cargo.

Advanced Technology: The XC90 features an intuitive infotainment system, with Google built-in technology, and a range of driver assistance features.

Safety Features: The XC90 is known for its industry leading safety ratings, and includes automated emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.

Powertrains: The XC90 offers a range of power trains, including a mild hybrid and a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) option.

Styling: The XC90 features a sleek and stylish design with a refreshed front end and updated interior elements.

This week, Volvo sent me a XC90 SUV to test drive and review. The base window sticker price for this T8 AWD Ultra PHEV Edition is $80,700. The extra cost options are: the lounge package for $1,700, the active chassis with air suspension for $1,800, and the Bowers & Willkins premium sound system for $3,200. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP), including the $1,295 destination charge, is: $88,695.

After adding in the state and local sales tax, plus the DMV and dealer fees, the out the door and in your garage total purchase price came to $99,782. At just $218 under $100 Grand, you get a highly optioned 2025 midsize Volvo luxury wagon that is the brands halo SUV, with the ability to drive up to 33 miles on the electric motor everyday.

As this is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, you can charge up the battery in about 5 hours with a standard 240 volt level II home charger. Total miles to drive on a full charge and a full tank of gas are a fantastic 530 miles combined. That can get you from SF to LA, with only a quick stop at the Harris Ranch, for a bathroom break and a smash burger & fries.

The Volvo XC90 is popular with a wide range of buyers, including young professionals, families, and older individuals who prioritize safety, quality, and comfort. Millennials are a significant portion of Volvo’s customer base, followed by Gen X and Baby Boomers.

The XC90 is also favored by those seeking a stylish and comfortable SUV with a good balance of power and value, especially when compared to competitors like the Acura MDX or the Genesis GV80. Here’s a more detailed look at the XC90 SUV buyer:

Families: The XC90’s spacious interior, comfortable ride, and focus on safety make it a popular choice for families with children.

Professionals: The XC90’s sleek design and premium features appeal to professionals seeking a sophisticated and practical vehicle.

Safety Conscious Buyers: Volvo is renowned for its safety features, attracting individuals who prioritize safety first in their vehicle selection.

Value Oriented Buyers: The XC90 offers a good balance of features, performance and price; making it an attractive option for those seeking a high value SUV, particularly when compared to competitors. While it is a luxury SUV, the XC90 is also competitively priced, with the base model starting at only $59,745.

Comfort and Refinement Seekers: The XC90 is known for its comfortable ride and luxurious interior, appealing to those who prioritize a refined driving experience. The XC90 competes in the luxury SUV segment, offering a blend of features, performance, and style that appeal to buyers looking for a premium level luxury vehicle.

The Volvo XC90 is a popular choice for a variety of buyers, including families needing space and safety features, with individuals seeking a comfortable and stylish SUV, and those who value Volvo’s reputation for safety and reliability. In summary, the 2025 Volvo XC90 is a luxurious and technologically advanced SUV, offering a very safe and comfortable experience for passengers, pets and drivers.

So, call, click or visit your local Volvo dealer for a test drive, and a Bottom Line price review, on the 2025 Volvo XC90 T8 AWD Ultra PHEV SUV. And remember that the base price for a new XC90 starts at only $59,745. The tagline for Volvo is – For Life. It’s a slogan that emphasizes the brand’s commitment to continuous overall safety designs and enhanced durability in real time all the time.

Be smart, stay safe, and just breathe. Remember, You Are What You Drive, and maybe, just for those reasons alone, you should Drive one, Buy one, Today. Have a great day, drive safely, and enjoy the ride, as the future looks nice and bright – Tony the Car Guy.

This Bottom Line new vehicle review is a Nut & Bolt and Dollars & Sense editorial provided by Tony Leopardo. Tony the Car Guy is an automotive writer, editor and publisher in the San Francisco Bay Area. If you have a question, or comment for Tony, send it to tonyleo@pacbell.net and visit AutoWire.Net at www.autowire.net