Volvo XC90
Prices start at: €71,450
Engines: Dsl: 2.0 (190ps, 225ps), petrol hybrid (407ps)
Bodystyle: Large SUV.
Plus Points: The reception this has got shows how good it is. New platform, best cabin in its class, fine diesels, roomy, excellent hybrid and packed with comfort-and-safety kit.
Minus Points: The front design is a love-it-or-hate item. We’re still not fond of it.
Best Buy: 2.0 (220ps).
Final Answer: Yes, this is a must-include on your 2016 shortlist.
Motorshow says: 
(1.5 / 5)
Prices & Specs
| Make | Model | Version | Road Tax | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 D4 GEARTRONIC MOMENTUM AUTO | B | € 63,450 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 D4 GEARTRONIC R DESIGN AUTO | B | € 68,450 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 D4 GEARTRONIC INSCRIPTION AUTO | B | € 69,450 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 D5 GEARTRONIC MOMENTUM AUTO 4WD | C | € 71,450 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 T8 GEARTRONIC MOMENTUM AUTO 4WD | A | € 74,450 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 D5 GEARTRONIC R DESIGN AUTO 4WD | C | € 76,450 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 D5 GEARTRONIC INSCRIPTION AUTO 4WD | C | € 77,450 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 T8 GEARTRONIC R DESIGN AUTO 4WD | A | € 78,700 |
| Volvo | XC90 | 2.0 T8 GEARTRONIC INSCRIPTION AUTO 4WD | A | € 79,700 |
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