2019 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid SUV

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Rating7.4

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Midsize SUV
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$66,300 - $104,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Eye-catching styling with subtle lines all over

The ride quality might be firm, even with the optional air-suspension.

Standard Harman Kardon stereo system in higher trims

Comfortable interior with only the best materials in use

The insufficient braking performance of the PHEV raises concerns

Discontinued the Convenience package and the Momentum Plus package

Spacious second- and third-row seating

Plenty of standard safety features are available

Specs & Features

$66,300

price

400 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Armed with a 2.0L Supercharged inline 4 engine and a 10.4-kWh battery pack fused to an 8-Speed Automatic transmission, the 2019 Volvo XC90 Recharge makes 400 horsepower and 472 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 313 horsepower while the electric motor manages 87 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2019 Volvo XC90 PHEV cover 0-60 in 5.3 seconds. You can drive the XC90 PHEV for 19 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for small trips in the city. Combined, the XC90 PHEV achieves an impressive 58 MPGe combined while getting 27 MPG from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP $66,300, the XC90 PHEV makes a formidable competitor in the midsize SUV segment, competing with the likes of the 2018 BMW X5 PHEV. One can also veer into the MHEV segment with the Lexus RX 450h.

Buying Advice

The 2019 Volvo XC90 Hybrid is available in 4 trim levels with the highest trim costing $104,900. Our recommendation, though, is the base T8 Inscription that costs an MSRP of $66,300. It is well loaded with standard features as well as a few luxurious features and is perhaps the only trim level that is worth the money. 

Trims

    T8 Momentum
    $66,300 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 140 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg
    T8 R-Design
    $71,250 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 140 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg
    T8 Inscription
    $72,350 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 140 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg
    T8 Excellence
    $104,900 onwards
    • Bluetooth audio streaming and voice control
    • Four-speaker AM/FM audio system
    • Seven-inch touchscreen monitor

Compare to similar cars

Price

$66,300- $104,900

Engine

plug-in-hybrid

Rating

7.37

Horsepower

400 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

Capacity

7

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$44,300- $60,050

Gasoline

7.28

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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$31,530- $44,560

Gasoline

6.55

284 hp @ 6400 rpm

259 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$52,900- $60,250

plug-in-hybrid

7.52

400 hp @ 6000 rpm

472 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

5

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$55,700

Gasoline

7.58

329 hp @ 5250 rpm

354 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$31,370- $45,230

Gasoline

6.63

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

240 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2019 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.3 sec13.7 sec140 mph
    5.4 sec--
    6.37 sec--
    7.2 sec14.8 sec134 mph
    7.3 sec15.6 sec120 mph
    7.7 sec16 sec-

    2019 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      26 mpg30 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.481/555 mi.
      25 mpg28 mpg26 mpg13.2 gal.-
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg19 gal.380/532 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.390/526.5 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.390/526.5 mi.
      17 mpg23 mpg20 mpg24.6 gal.418.2/565.8 mi.

      2019 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        194.9 in.84.3 in.69.9 in.9.4 in.117.5 in.
        198.5 in.77.3 in.69.5 in.7 in.114.2 in.
        196.2 in.77.7 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.

        2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid

        Ranked #4

        193.7 in.86.4 in.66.8 in.8.3 in.114 in.
        192.4 in.75.4 in.67.8 in.6.9 in.111.2 in.
        189.1 in.78.9 in.70.7 in.7 in.114.8 in.

        2019 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          15.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
          15 cu.ft.132.7 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          16.2 cu.ft.137.8 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.
          37.8 cu.ft.103 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.
          32.1 cu.ft.108.1 cu.ft.67 cu.ft.

          2019 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            85.7 cu.ft.15.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
            79.5 cu.ft.16.2 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.
            93.8 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.
            9.5 cu.ft.32.1 cu.ft.67 cu.ft.
            63.3 cu.ft.37.8 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.
            85.1 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.

            2019 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              5000 lbs.1568 lbs.5068 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1532 lbs.4751 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1692 lbs.4293 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1336 lbs.4032 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1168 lbs.4691 lbs.
              1500 lbs.1287 lbs.3823 lbs.

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