Never was a Big Volvo Fan ! Looking at this Beauty, They are really starting to catch up to BMW , Mercedes, Lexus, Infinity, Cadillac, Audi !!!! I would buy this car in a heartbeat !!
5 series and a6 look obsolete against s90. the momen you open the front door u fall in love with it everytime. and 5-series gives a same old shit feeling. even revised 3-series F30 they did nothing to the interior. same old sh**t
FYI ...volvo has never had an ignition switch in the center...until this. Saab always had the ignition in the center. Their seats are not only comfortable, but among the safest ..well designed for impact built with robust materials to stay in place during impact....good review
I think the reason why the ignistion switch ended up in the center is because when Saab when bankrupt here in sweden many designer employees ended up joining Volvo design and develop department
Greetings from another Swede. I agree. Perhaps the ignition switch placed in the center was a "silent" tribute to the old SAAB who is now buried and soon forgotten?
I miss saab...I've owned saab and volvos...all totaled in accidents, none my fault. I love Swedish safety and design. It was tragic when gm bought saab.
Thank you for this review! It helped me make the decision and I just bought a fully loaded 2017 S90 T6 Inscription, same exterior color, and options as your tester!
Hi Zack, I saw the local volvo dealers (I'm from Vancouver) using your videos in their youtube ads. just want to make sure you are aware it. Keep up the good work!
I've been on the fence about the exterior design, esp. the backend, however, I just saw this today in-person for the first time and the backend looks MUCH better in-person. It's definitely a big, long car with a stately feel.
I think people will change they mind if they see that tail light at night. Trust me those led's will make you think youre in 2084! Straight futuristic features. This car is the car!
I still have a 940 Volvo Classic estate (or station wagon as they say in U.S.A) from 1997. They have the best seats in the business...and there is no rust 21 years later! I've owned it 11 years and it's still a great car! It's the last rear wheel drive Volvo's before they went 'plasticky'!
4:46 Volvo is more subdued then Mercedes. 15s later @ 5:01 Mercedes more subdued then Volvo. I think you might be a sub-dude. Be more consistent next time, ok?
Oddly enough, the XC60 you mention needing to be updated to become Volvo's best seller and catch up with the crossover craze, along with the XC70, actually are Volvo's best sellers because of the crossover craze, despite neither having had any updates at all since 2007. Both of them have crossover styling that's standard mid-2000s lifted wagon with black plastic cladding, and infotainment systems based around car phones and DVD nav systems. As well as they sell because the crossover craze has lifted all boats despite currently being fairly bad cars at the moment, I can only imagine how much they'll take off into the stratosphere once they're made to be as good as the new S/V/XC90.
I wish you review V40 short wagen if you can. I know it is hard because the car is probably not available in Canada, but still I wish to see your review.
This car has a lot going for it. The front 3/4 may be the best styling in this segment. But the rear 3/4 is absolutely tragic. That C-pillar and the taillights look like something from an 80's Oldmobile.
Man I just drove by one of these on the highway and it looks so good! I couldn’t believe it was a Volvo lol.. I drive a 2015 c class now and this is definitely a car to look at for my next vehicle. Only thing is it looks like it says 890 on the back . I swore that it said that on the road and when I typed it in it popped up so a bunch of people much of thought that too lol
I see you have a video for the GMC Terrain but you dont go into detail with it like your other videos. Will you soon be doing a in depth video for the 2017? I'm thinking of buying one and would like your opinion.
This is a great looking car. I assume being a Volvo it will be reliable. Only problem is I don't seeing them selling many at the price they're asking. If it was reasonably priced I'd buy one in a flash.
Gorgeous and totally awesome car. You mentioned you drive and audi with a v6 engine, did you know that volvo are credited with inventing the v6 engine.
Nice review. I'm concerned that Volvo's pricing the S90 and V90 more than the XC90 will hurt S90/V90 sales. The S90, V90, V90 Cross Country, and XC90 seem crowded. I like the variety but it must complicate inventory.
wali363 That makes more sense than the US pricing where the XC90 is cheaper than S90 and V90. At least the S90 and V90 have more standard equipment T6 standard on both but it makes the XC90 feel like a better value.
i have this volvo with the inscription package for almost half a year now (18k kilometers) and its a wonderful car and probably the best i have ever driven. Before the Volvo i had an audi a6 from 2014(also new car), bmw 5 before both as shooting brake and an audi q7 for the family since 2006. If you succed enough in life and dont have a low selfesteem but want a great, silent and probably the most comfortable limousine for
Really good and frank review, I only wish you good people across the pond would pronounce " Lux-ur-y" as it is rather then Lugzury..... Only joking- still a great review,mercy clear and fluid.
They really shouldn't have forgotten to design the back of the car after copying Audi's T shaped lights. I think this is the nicest looking Volvo in recent memory, but with a base price of over 50k, you can get a fully equipped V8 G80 which is better in just about every way and comes with way more features. I like the 3 seater version of this, but I think the car most people will buy won't have much that's as good or better than similarly priced cars. I think this will need a redesign before it looks like a full package.
What exactly is the 3 seater version of this? Also, the G80 is better in every way? Name one. The interior looks 15 years old and exactly what features do you get with the G80 that you don't get with the Volvo?
Speednote10 The S90 has one version which is actually really nice. It gets rid of the front passenger side seat in order to have more storage, reclining seats, etc. The version Without rear seat extras is just about the same as any mid-range luxury car. You can find the same materials and features on cars like the Maxima, which is even cheaper. The G80 has tons of real wood, leather, a great sound system, driver assists, a "finished" look (the back of this car doesn't match anything else), similar room, it's very quiet, it offers better performance for the price, etc. The interior design of the new Volvos is also debatable, I personally think it looks cheap. The smooth matte wood-painted-plastic look with a big gap above it doesn't appeal to me. Is that supposed to be storage space or just a weird design choice? I don't know... Now the G90/Equus, which this comes close to in price, is miles ahead, especially in the back seat department. Again, not comparing them to the 3 seater version which I've never seen in person but it looks interesting. > www.dsf.my/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/volvo-limo2-620x350.jpg I also enjoy their adjustable seats and hope to see that in all cars soon.
iSOBigD Hm, didn't know they made that 3-seater actually. Anyway, everything you listed for the G80 can be found in the S90 as well. I would actually say that the S90 is better equipped since it has a ton of safety features that the G80 doesn't have. It's got apple car play and HUD and all that stuff as well. + the top sound system in the Volvo is also one of the absolute best in the business at this price range. I don't even think the G80 is faster than the equivalent S90 either btw. Your problems with the Volvo all seem to be about the design, which is very personal.
Speednote10 Yeah the looks are debatable, but keep in mind the G80/Genesis has been around a while and most of the options like HUD, adaptive cruise control/self braking, heated seats/steering wheel, memory seats, mirrors and steering wheel, all auto dimming mirrors, good sound system, wood, leather, etc. are standard or included with one tech package. Its sound system was also used in the Rolls Royce and while debatable, most people are amazed by the sound in the Genesis sedan and G90 even compared to an S class. There are options which add up but again, it's very cheap compared to similar cars even if you add the V8 and AWD. I just specced out an V6 S90 and without rear reclining seats or anything fancy, it's $86k. Just to compare, I looked at a fully equipped G90 which came up to $84k (Canadian). Personally, I'd take a big luxurious limo at that price point.
I like Volvo. And I hope it thrives under Chinese ownership. I just believe that it's a little to much for a 4 Cylinder product. And the jury is still out on the reliability of these 4 cylinder power plants years down the road. I don't see to many of them. They only sold 7,682 in the States in August. Base price in Canada is $66,723.39 for the S90.
Provided the four cylinder engine is designed with 300+ bhp and commensurate matching torque in mind there's no problem. Basically it boils down to the engine being designed from the ground up as a turbocharged unit rather than a turbo being added to the design further along the line.
Does this car have a CD player? I know it sounds like a silly question but my mom is looking to buy this car and it's a make or break feature for her 😂😂 someone plz lmk tho
They look nice and always have. But its been so long since they have built a rwd car and that just kills it for me. Not to mention the little 4 banger.
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Underrated car reviewer right here.
Looks so much better than the current BMW.
wouldn't say that
@@anjr9915 I would
Never was a Big Volvo Fan ! Looking at this Beauty, They are really starting to catch up to BMW , Mercedes, Lexus, Infinity, Cadillac, Audi !!!! I would buy this car in a heartbeat !!
5 series and a6 look obsolete against s90. the momen you open the front door u fall in love with it everytime. and 5-series gives a same old shit feeling. even revised 3-series F30 they did nothing to the interior. same old sh**t
wali363 I agree !!!
Great review. Volvo is killing it in their designs lately.
Nice car and very safety !
They are safe, but no safer than most cars on the market, especially other European makes.
They are safer than most European makes.. Like seriously, BMW isn't safe, it's just sporty. Fuck you talking about?
Glen Daly volvo's are actually the safest cars on the road. Or atleast they were a few years back
Got my 2019 in March and love everything about it. Thank you, Volvo.
FYI ...volvo has never had an ignition switch in the center...until this. Saab always had the ignition in the center. Their seats are not only comfortable, but among the safest ..well designed for impact built with robust materials to stay in place during impact....good review
+weirdshibainu no, the XC90 has it too, that is what the reference was about.
ok...got it....
I think the reason why the ignistion switch ended up in the center is because when Saab when bankrupt here in sweden many designer employees ended up joining Volvo design and develop department
Greetings from another Swede. I agree. Perhaps the ignition switch placed in the center was a "silent" tribute to the old SAAB who is now buried and soon forgotten?
I miss saab...I've owned saab and volvos...all totaled in accidents, none my fault. I love Swedish safety and design. It was tragic when gm bought saab.
I love Volvo interiors they are the most high-quality I have ever seen.
I get my fancy-cars-fix through this channel. Back to my 2003 Civic :D
David Diez ya pretty depressing you didn't even buck up for the Si model ya cheapo
legioner9 idiot
Back to my S40 2000 :)
Another winning vehicle from volvo! This car is simply stunning!!
Great review, Zack. You're one of the better reviewers on YT.
This is just so motivational, to get your life together and make something of yourself instead of driving 2000s Civics you can be driving this
cris1106 hey what's wrong with a 2000 civic? Huh?
Vadim Krutikov Its poor people car
cris1106 Lool depends. Some people just drive cars. Others build them up. Tuners and exotics. To each his own.
I agree but some people just dont want to waste money on expensive cars
I like everything, but they should have designed the taillights differently
Thank you for this review! It helped me make the decision and I just bought a fully loaded 2017 S90 T6 Inscription, same exterior color, and options as your tester!
now I'll rather buy redesigned Volvo than a bmw,audi,or benz
It is designed by the former german audi designer team.
The new Mercedes E class Wagon rear end is really ugly.
ajhare2 I KNOW RIGHT? My dad borrowed one because his Volvo S80 got rear ended and we hated it!
And the interior designer came from bently :)
Olav Alexander Mjelde Yep, they're part of the VW AG.
Hi Zack, I saw the local volvo dealers (I'm from Vancouver) using your videos in their youtube ads. just want to make sure you are aware it. Keep up the good work!
This colour and trim combination is perfect! The V90 in this combo would be killer!!
really enjoyed the video, very clear and concise! I think you are one of the better auto journalist on YT !!
Nice presentation. No need for me to watch more volvo s90 videos coz this one is straight to point
That interior is just gorgeous. It's like a lounge/bar in a posh Scandinavian hotel
i like this guy's fashion sense.
I've been on the fence about the exterior design, esp. the backend, however, I just saw this today in-person for the first time and the backend looks MUCH better in-person. It's definitely a big, long car with a stately feel.
Agreed, I didn't like the rear at all at first but after seeing it in person I immideately changed my mind. It looks awesome!
ah yes my fav Volvo
To be honest I'm pretty impressed with Volvo as well. They've become quite underestimated by today's standards.
Just bought this. Understated Luxury is the best way to describe it.
Best review of this car on youtube. Awesome work
I love that car. Can't wait for redesigns for all the models
I own a Volvo S40 (2006) and I just love it! :)
That is a sharp looking car, Volvo is really stepping up big time. Now the S60 and V60 need this great interior. Great all around review as always.
Best reviewer around.
It strikes me as INCREDIBLY similar to my 300S. Wish I would have seen these and test drove em... I love that front end.
idk why but the new volvos look way better in real life than on pictures. I was not a fan of the s90 rear until I saw it myself
very beautiful car
Best of AutoShow 2017!
I must say I'm impressed!
Beautiful amazing Car Wow i want one
This car is so beautiful!
I think people will change they mind if they see that tail light at night. Trust me those led's will make you think youre in 2084! Straight futuristic features. This car is the car!
I still have a 940 Volvo Classic estate (or station wagon as they say in U.S.A) from 1997.
They have the best seats in the business...and there is no rust 21 years later!
I've owned it 11 years and it's still a great car!
It's the last rear wheel drive Volvo's before they went 'plasticky'!
Look at that V90, that's something I'm looking foward to
Another great review!
Can't wait to see the new smaller cars from Volvo from the v40 to the xc60!
4:46 Volvo is more subdued then Mercedes. 15s later @ 5:01 Mercedes more subdued then Volvo.
I think you might be a sub-dude.
Be more consistent next time, ok?
don't forget to sub
Wow. This is an amazing review. Thank you Sir :)
Is this the metallic black that costs extra or just the regular black
Oddly enough, the XC60 you mention needing to be updated to become Volvo's best seller and catch up with the crossover craze, along with the XC70, actually are Volvo's best sellers because of the crossover craze, despite neither having had any updates at all since 2007. Both of them have crossover styling that's standard mid-2000s lifted wagon with black plastic cladding, and infotainment systems based around car phones and DVD nav systems. As well as they sell because the crossover craze has lifted all boats despite currently being fairly bad cars at the moment, I can only imagine how much they'll take off into the stratosphere once they're made to be as good as the new S/V/XC90.
i WANT THAT CAR
Great cars. Volvos are definitely the best cars.
The rear end and the taillights are my favourite thing about this car.
Dude!!!! Same!!! Eveyone is complaining about the tail lights but i actually really like them.
great review .... really good work there ...!
4 cylinders - very impressive -
A Better Car then any New So Call Cadillac Now Days!
Great video. Lots of info. Thanks for posting.
Which car would you prefer...the caddy ct6 or this Volvo ?
This Volvo☺️
A real good comparison would be the new Lincoln Continental with the twin turbo V6 and AWD.
I'll take the Volvo Please..make that Three of them.
Nice review. Very helpful. Really beautiful car.
I wish you review V40 short wagen if you can. I know it is hard because the car is probably not available in Canada, but still I wish to see your review.
Pride of Sweden along with the koningseggs.
I can't wait to see the redesign of the XC60!
It's funny how most of the time I can immediately recognize which road you're driving on. Highway 91 hahaha.
This car has a lot going for it. The front 3/4 may be the best styling in this segment. But the rear 3/4 is absolutely tragic. That C-pillar and the taillights look like something from an 80's Oldmobile.
I have no problem with the C-pillar but I agree on the tail lights on the sedan. They look so much better on the estate.
Man I just drove by one of these on the highway and it looks so good! I couldn’t believe it was a Volvo lol.. I drive a 2015 c class now and this is definitely a car to look at for my next vehicle. Only thing is it looks like it says 890 on the back . I swore that it said that on the road and when I typed it in it popped up so a bunch of people much of thought that too lol
Good Review. Good Reviewer.
I see you have a video for the GMC Terrain but you dont go into detail with it like your other videos. Will you soon be doing a in depth video for the 2017? I'm thinking of buying one and would like your opinion.
Yes- ship me this for my birthday 🎂
Lexus needs to step up their game like volvo did asap
Lexus does got them by a landslide on power.
But Volvo has them in any other department
nice car they should have a performance version of this car then no complaints
Great review. Subbed
This and hyundai genesis, which one shall i get?
Great commentary!
This is a great looking car. I assume being a Volvo it will be reliable. Only problem is I don't seeing them selling many at the price they're asking. If it was reasonably priced I'd buy one in a flash.
is there a smaller model than this?
lovely car would totally buy but... the rear end is a mess i wish they would do it over lol
want me to do your rear end over?
Dimetra Clarke I didn't like the back as well, but it needs to grow on you.
I kinda prefer v90
Great review
Beautiful just beautiful!
great job done by volvo
Gorgeous and totally awesome car. You mentioned you drive and audi with a v6 engine, did you know that volvo are credited with inventing the v6 engine.
dude you are so good. v inspiring man.
It's a good review, but it says T6 on the back which is a 6 cylinder with turbo. The T8 though is a twinengine hybrid yatta yatta
MultiKorven123 wat?
T6 is In-line 4-Cylinder Turbocharged & Supercharged Engine.
Another subscriber!
You never mentioned the Lexus GS :(
Nice review. I'm concerned that Volvo's pricing the S90 and V90 more than the XC90 will hurt S90/V90 sales. The S90, V90, V90 Cross Country, and XC90 seem crowded. I like the variety but it must complicate inventory.
it is 40% cheaper than xc90 here in sweden.
wali363 That makes more sense than the US pricing where the XC90 is cheaper than S90 and V90. At least the S90 and V90 have more standard equipment T6 standard on both but it makes the XC90 feel like a better value.
I have one, and i love it man 😁😁
This This car can be considered as wealthy people in the u.s.a ?
i have this volvo with the inscription package for almost half a year now (18k kilometers) and its a wonderful car and probably the best i have ever driven. Before the Volvo i had an audi a6 from 2014(also new car), bmw 5 before both as shooting brake and an audi q7 for the family since 2006. If you succed enough in life and dont have a low selfesteem but want a great, silent and probably the most comfortable limousine for
Gorgeous car
is it in canada?
its simple n sweet
Its volvo
Really good and frank review, I only wish you good people across the pond would pronounce " Lux-ur-y" as it is rather then Lugzury..... Only joking- still a great review,mercy clear and fluid.
Apple typo correction strikes again
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lincoln continental or this🤔
TheKillerace900 this
Lincoln fore sure!!
Много красива кола.
Gorgeus!!!!
They really shouldn't have forgotten to design the back of the car after copying Audi's T shaped lights. I think this is the nicest looking Volvo in recent memory, but with a base price of over 50k, you can get a fully equipped V8 G80 which is better in just about every way and comes with way more features. I like the 3 seater version of this, but I think the car most people will buy won't have much that's as good or better than similarly priced cars. I think this will need a redesign before it looks like a full package.
What exactly is the 3 seater version of this?
Also, the G80 is better in every way? Name one. The interior looks 15 years old and exactly what features do you get with the G80 that you don't get with the Volvo?
Speednote10 The S90 has one version which is actually really nice. It gets rid of the front passenger side seat in order to have more storage, reclining seats, etc. The version Without rear seat extras is just about the same as any mid-range luxury car. You can find the same materials and features on cars like the Maxima, which is even cheaper. The G80 has tons of real wood, leather, a great sound system, driver assists, a "finished" look (the back of this car doesn't match anything else), similar room, it's very quiet, it offers better performance for the price, etc. The interior design of the new Volvos is also debatable, I personally think it looks cheap. The smooth matte wood-painted-plastic look with a big gap above it doesn't appeal to me. Is that supposed to be storage space or just a weird design choice? I don't know... Now the G90/Equus, which this comes close to in price, is miles ahead, especially in the back seat department. Again, not comparing them to the 3 seater version which I've never seen in person but it looks interesting. > www.dsf.my/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/volvo-limo2-620x350.jpg I also enjoy their adjustable seats and hope to see that in all cars soon.
iSOBigD
Hm, didn't know they made that 3-seater actually.
Anyway, everything you listed for the G80 can be found in the S90 as well. I would actually say that the S90 is better equipped since it has a ton of safety features that the G80 doesn't have. It's got apple car play and HUD and all that stuff as well. + the top sound system in the Volvo is also one of the absolute best in the business at this price range.
I don't even think the G80 is faster than the equivalent S90 either btw.
Your problems with the Volvo all seem to be about the design, which is very personal.
Speednote10 Yeah the looks are debatable, but keep in mind the G80/Genesis has been around a while and most of the options like HUD, adaptive cruise control/self braking, heated seats/steering wheel, memory seats, mirrors and steering wheel, all auto dimming mirrors, good sound system, wood, leather, etc. are standard or included with one tech package. Its sound system was also used in the Rolls Royce and while debatable, most people are amazed by the sound in the Genesis sedan and G90 even compared to an S class. There are options which add up but again, it's very cheap compared to similar cars even if you add the V8 and AWD. I just specced out an V6 S90 and without rear reclining seats or anything fancy, it's $86k. Just to compare, I looked at a fully equipped G90 which came up to $84k (Canadian). Personally, I'd take a big luxurious limo at that price point.
The middle console is very shallow!
great job Volvo!
I like Volvo. And I hope it thrives under Chinese ownership. I just believe that it's a little to much for a 4 Cylinder product. And the jury is still out on the reliability of these 4 cylinder power plants years down the road.
I don't see to many of them. They only sold 7,682 in the States in August.
Base price in Canada is $66,723.39 for the S90.
Provided the four cylinder engine is designed with 300+ bhp and commensurate matching torque in mind there's no problem. Basically it boils down to the engine being designed from the ground up as a turbocharged unit rather than a turbo being added to the design further along the line.
I living 10 minutes from there Volvo started
Can't wait for the Polestar S90, it may have a triple charged I4 and electric motor for 500+ hp.
I like the front end but just like xc90 the rear end is disappointing...hope they have better wheels for this car
Does this car have a CD player? I know it sounds like a silly question but my mom is looking to buy this car and it's a make or break feature for her 😂😂 someone plz lmk tho
you can get it as extra equipment
They look nice and always have. But its been so long since they have built a rwd car and that just kills it for me. Not to mention the little 4 banger.