8.2
2022 Volvo XC90 Recharge PHEV review
The XC90 is far from the newest kid on the family SUV block, but it still has plenty to offer if you want to haul kids around in luxury.
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Scott Collie
2022 Volvo XC90 vs 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE Comparison
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2022 Volvo
XC90
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.2
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Based on the Volvo XC90 RECHARGE PHEV
Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
71L
128 to 582 km
65L - 85L
429 to 808 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
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$139,900 - $168,800
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Powerful, refined PHEV powertrain
- Scandinavian-chic interior is pretty and practical
- Sharply priced relative to rivals
Misses
- Infotainment technology is due for an update
- PHEV still good... for a specific crowd
- Slightly fiddly third row
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
- Comfort-focused drive is plush
- Updated tech works well
Misses
- $30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
- Still needs (expensive) options ticked
- Cabin execution feels underdone
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Climate Pack (+$750)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$3,200)
- Towbar Pack (+$2,900)
- Urban Guard Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,500)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, S/C & T/C GDi, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWINTURBO DIESEL DFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1969 | 1950 - 2999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 2.0L, 2.9L, 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, S/C & T/C 4CYL | DIESEL TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 6, TURBO 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 183kW - 235kW | 180kW - 280kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5400 - 6000 | 3600 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 350Nm - 420Nm | 500Nm - 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1800 - 3000 | 1200 - 1600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9 - 10.5 | 10.5 - 15.5 | |
