Volvo S90 – Automobiles Review

Check out the capabilities of the latest Volvo engine!

2019 Volvo XC-90 Volvo introduces performance and efficiency benefits of the T5 turbocharged petrol engine that would be available for S90 saloon, V90 estate, V90 Cross Country and XC90 SUV. With massive overall output of 250hp and 350Nm of torque, the T5 would ensure pleasurable, smooth and refined driving experience.

The T5 joins the newest Volvo-designed-and-built Drive-E engines and reveal that Volvo hasn’t stopped to deliver us ever-evolving engineering solutions. This is an advanced piece of technology that would dramatically change the lineup it is designed for.

The 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine benefits from numerous goodies, among which are variable valve system that supports driveability and overall efficiency, advanced combustion control for reduced power losses through internal friction and added single-scroll turbocharger that uses exhaust gases to force more air through the induction system. Neat!

Installed in S90 saloon, the new T5 will join the already satisfactory T4 petrol, D4 and D5 PowerPulse diesels. Paired to vehicle’s drivetrain system, the engine will offer combined cycle economy from 42.8 mpg and CO2 emissions from 154g/km. For the V90 unit, the engine will offer 38.2mpg and 172g/km with some enhanced performance capabilities: with such unit equipped, the vehicle is capable of sprinting from 0 to 100km/h in mere 7.4 seconds. For XC90 SUV, the T5 contributes by offering combined cycle of 35.8mphg and 184g/km and finishes the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds.

2019 Volvo XC-90

Source: Volvo

August 7, 2018

The most luxurious vehicle in China will be a Volvo machine! Here are more details!

2016 Volvo S90 Excellence Volvo Cars, the pride of Sweden has just revealed the new lineup of premium vehicles. It is named S90 Excellence and it aims bot high-end customers and the most interesting part is that it would be also offered in China. Cool!

In fact, this is by far the most premium car to hit the Chinese market and we are pretty sure it will be a massive success. Here’s why.

2016 Volvo S90 Excellence

The S90 Excellence features tons of goodies that will please future buyers: full panoramic roof, foldout worktables, clever storage, an extremely important and vital heated and cooled cup holder, adjustable footrest, and next-generation of infotainment system. Also, let’s not forget the rear seat touchscreen control interface, the refrigeration compartment and the exclusive crystal glasses from Orrefors.

2016 Volvo S90 Excellence

Furthermore, the new bad boy will be available with Volvo’s famous T4 and T5 petrol engine system, along with the advanced T8 Engine plug-in hybrid. Sweet. In terms of safety, the team has geared the car with Large Animal Detection, City Safety System, Pilot Assist and more.

Sexy in style, bold in interior solutions and refined in performance, this new addition to the lineup will be definitely a worth Volvo model. Honestly said, we are impatient to know further details. And what about you?

2016 Volvo S90 Excellence

Source: Volvo Cars

November 2, 2016

R-Design Lineup: Volvo’s challenge towards German manufacturers

2016 Volvo V70 R-Design Volvo unveils the performance-oriented R-Design models, based on the new S90 and V90 estate. What impresses is the sporty restyled chassis and the overall dynamic character. Of course, we do see these well-known style tweaks that refine Volvo as a noticeable brand: clean lines, expressive look and confident stance.

Exterior design

Coming with some sharper changes, the R-Design lineup proudly shows spoiler-integrated fog lights, distinctive grille style, piano black trim and distinctive 5-spoke matt black diamond-cut wheels.

2016 Volvo V90 R-Design

Led by the slogan “less is more”, the premium Swedish manufacturer excluded every unneeded curve, line or detail and let the beauty of elegance talk for itself: the R-Design is definitely a beautiful combination of passion, precision and determination.

Generally we do see a well-done classic Volvo design with some tweaks here and there in order to enhance the feel of exclusivity and luxury.

Interior styling

Just as the exterior, the interior remains clean, cozy and functional. Black dominates the whole cabin, while the carbon-fiber components enhance the feel of luxury. The vehicles are geared with special sporty seats, large touch screen and multifunctional steering wheel.

2016 Volvo V90 R-Design

There is a wide range of styling cues to match the exterior elegance: special deco trim, pedals and mats, sporty contour seats, the high-level interior illumination package and the overall meticulous attention to small details.

2016 Volvo V70 R-Design

Volvo team has rarely let us down, as it comes to fine vehicles with high quality build. And the new R-Design wheel is no exception. In fact, we do believe that sometimes the Swedish metal is better than German techno.

What do you think?

Source: Volvo

June 23, 2016

Volvo S90 and V90 flagships benefit from Polestar upgrades. Here are some details!

2016 Volvo S90 Polestar Polestar launches a new generation of performance upgrade packs for the new Volvo S90 and V90 models. Also known as Polestar Performance Optimization, the pack enhances the whole drivetrain system and greatly improves driving dynamics and vehicle’s agility.

As we have told you, the S90 and V90 models are the latest Volvo cars to incorporate the SPA technology, brand’s new modular vehicle architecture that is expected to enhance Volvo’s whole 90 and 60 model lineup. And after Polestar brought some neat upgrades for the XC90 sweeties, the tuning team decided it is about time they did the same with Volvo’s flagship 90 range.

The interesting thing is that Polestar Performance Optimization is not focused only on delivering more horsepower. The idea is to improve throttle and off-throttle response, gearshift speed and smoothness and to deliver overall smoother and more pleasurable ride.

Developed in close relation with Polestar Cyan Racing team, the performance pack is exclusively optimized for the D5 diesel, while a special T6 petrol pack will be available later this year. Also, the changes of the Polestar performance upgrades are made with certified emissions, fuel consumption, service intervals and of course, Volvo warranties.

The first S90 and V90 lucky vehicles with the upgrade will be available for order in October 2016.

Source: Polestar

June 7, 2016

Volvo Releases the Swedish Beasts: 2017 V90 and S90 Are Available For Order

2017 Volvo S90 The new Volvo S90 and V90 are already available for order. Both models are offered with brand’s all-new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) and the new lineup of Drive-E engines. Furthermore, both models will be available with a choice of two 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel power units: the efficient D4 and the agile D5 PowerPulse.

The first one provides a total of 190hp (139kW) and is paired to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. On the combined cycle it consumes a total of 64.2mpg and has 116g/km of CO2 emissions. The second engine, the D5, offers 235hp (172kW) and brings the PowerPulse technology. It uses compressed air that is stored in a tank in the engine bay to boost the turbo at low revs. This helps to reduce the turbo lag and pushes a bit the overall performance rates of the vehicle. Long story short, this one is for the sporty drivers out there.

But the engine system is not the only notable feature of the shiny Swedish machines. Both cars are geared with premium components and carry out only the highest quality materials. As standard, the entry level Momentum cars offer leather upholstery, LED headlights with active high beam, two-zone climate control, keyless engine start and more. In terms of technical gadgets, the standard equipment includes a 9-inch touch screen, satellite navigation, refined voice-control system and Internet access.

In terms of utility and safety features both models come with Pilot Assist, Volvo’s incredible semi-autonomous drive system that automatically keeps a set speed and distance from the vehicle in front and when needed engages the emergency brake. The latest version of City Safety is also part of the standard equipment.

2017 Volvo V90

There is also an optional Xenium upgrade pack which adds powered tilt and slide glass sunroof, parking camera with 360-degrees surround view and Park Assist Pilot.

So, which one do you prefer?

Source: Volvo Cars

March 15, 2016

Volvo Cars Makes Further Steps in Developing Efficient Electric Engines

Volvo Cars, the versatile car maker announced that one of the most important aspects for all the company, indeed the comprehensive electrification strategies will be further enhanced and upgraded. The plan is to create fully electric and safe vehicles by 2019. And as a part from this strategy, the Swedish manufacturer now expects that the tendency for customers to buy electric vehicles will rise up to 10%.

As you know, the first element of the electrification strategy requires the introduction of plug-in hybrid models of the 90 and 60 series. This process has already begun with the launch of the T8 Twin Engine All-Wheel Drive plug-in system of the latest XC90 SUV and will continue with the new S90 premium sedan and some more forthcoming models.

The Swedish car maker will further enhance its products and offerings by a special range of smaller 40 series, based on the recently developed Compact Modular Architecture system. This would make Volvo Car Group one of the few automobile manufacturers that would offers new architectures designed to support both plug-in and pure electric drivetrain configuration.

Volvo Cars

Source: Volvo Cars

October 16, 2015

Volvo Made a Step Forward to Brand’s Ultimate Goal

2016 Volvo XC90 Excellence Volvo Cars will extend its range of compact vehicles with new segments of the so-called Compact Modular Arhitecture (CMA). It is expected to be equally or even more advanced than the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) and it is also expected that the first car on CMA will be launched in 2017.

In fact, the simultaneous development of SPA and CMA is vital for Volvo’s product renewal and growth strategy that further involves replacement of every vehicle in the lineup within the next four years and annuals sales volume of 800,000 automobiles. This process started with the launch of the XC90 and will continue with the demonstration of the latest S90 premium sedan vehicle.

Also, CMA will allow the brand to offer customers the quality of a premium engineering and expanded list of benefits. The technology of SPA and CMA will include engine improvements, enhanced safety systems and generally will try to achieve the ultimate goal: no deaths or injuries in Volvo automobiles by 2020. Impressive. But could the not-so-possible thing be really achieved?

Volvo CMA technology

The CMA technology will generally change and Volvo’s future products by extending the range of vehicles, powertrains, electrical systems and hi-tech units. CMA is designed to embrace the electric energy and the Twin Engine plug-in hybrid proves it.

Volvo experts will also increase the global volume of CMA-based vehicles which will also lead to global footprint by the Swedish manufacturer. Or at least it is expected to do so.

Volvo CMA technology

Source: Volvo

October 15, 2015

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