2017 Volvo S90 Review and Road Test - DETAILED in 4K UHD!
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- Volvo's ancient S80 sedan is but a distant memory thanks to the all-new S90. The 2017 mid-sized luxury sedan is the close relative of the award winning XC90 and everything we loved about the XC has been distilled into a sleek new sedan. Although Volvo currently has not answer to the BMW 550i or Mercedes E43 AMG, the S90 T6 is a better value and delivers a more luxurious experience than the E300 or 528i. If you value luxury amenities, rear seat room and a big trunk over acceleration the S90 wins over the S6 and 540i as well.
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This car reviewer is great. Thorough, detailed, clear. Not that nagging stuff about adrenaline driving.
No other manufacturer makes seats and serene cabin like Volvo. Lexus has great seats but only Volvo will make you remember that it IS a Volvo.
i think this is the most beautiful car ever made.
Bought a T6 Inscription a month ago. The car gets a lot of looks. It's fast and comfortable. Definitely glad I chose it over BMW and Audi, they're also too common. I haven't seen another s90 yet. Kind of hoping that I won't see another one but that wouldn't be good for Volvo.
The rear end might be polarizing, but I think it will age wonderfully. Looks classical just like the whole design, thus I love it.
Eric Xavier I agree. In person, it looks much better; more three dimensional.
Hi its the future, we hate it
@@BoleDaPole wrong love it 2022
The rear end looks pretty cool
That tiny little engine is putting out some impressive numbers.
Highly. Stressed. Motor.
Roger Pinnock Wish they’ll bring back the 5 cylinder 2.5L engines
It's always nice to see other car makers to break the German luxury car dominance.
Probably one of the most attractive steering wheel I've seen in any car.
Reviewer/Host puts himself in the back trunk and closes the trunk, to show that its possible to fit a body, cause apparently this is very important to know when buying a luxury sedan in the US. 10/10 review! would watch again.
That's also why he highly suggested getting the rear air suspension, because when you fit 3 or 4 'sorted' bodies in the trunk nobody will ever know just from watching the vehicle dynamics.
Funny how aS90 is a mid sized sedan now days. It's freaking huge!
I'm picking up a 2018 S90 T6 Inscription next weekend and it's even 5 inches longer than this guy. I started to second guess the availability of my garage but I have about 18 inches to spare, I believe. Enough to a non-obese person to walk in front of the car whilst parked with a grocery bag or so. #ThatInteriorThough
Ryan Shannon why is it even longer?
had always been. Volvo has no segment for full sizes in the league of S Class, 7 Series, A8, LS and XJ.
@@geocom200 the 2018 and newer models have longer wheelbase than before
The in depth comparisons to direct compares are a nice feature of these reviews.
There are car reviews then there are Alex Auto car reviews.
You'll probably never read this since you have so many viewers/comments. But I feel you do the most thorough reviews on RUclips for cars. Period. I just wish you would comment or talk about (or create an exclusive "index") for the quality of the audio system. Its hard to test that on a quick test drive or narrow down what is remotely good or not. Otherwise... You are the best Alex. Again...Period.
That interior is absolutely beautiful, I love the new design direction of the new Volvos.
no idea why Cadilac never used the metal vents like in this Volvo. Just such a beautiful interior that is simple elegance. Cadilac take note.
One of the best car reviews I have ever watched!
Gorgeous car I'll get this over the new 5 series.
Ness Rosenbrad Wise choice! :)
All I heard was that the S90 rules! :)
Thanks for doing these excellent reviews in 4K.
the back designing of the car is better than every other volvo! i would buy one :)
This was an excellent review - very thorough - nice job
I really love the rear end. It’s absolutely classy and looks amazing, specially in a white color!
Best pick for the top luxury segment indeed...
Thank you for this review! It helped me make the decision and I just bought a fairly loaded S90 T6 Inscription, which has the same options your review car had. Also, I want to say that your doing TWO reviews on this same vehicle are very appreciated. See comments below for other praise. I was going to wait and special order a 2018 to my exact specifications and even do the Overseas Delivery (yes, even on a Chinese-made S90). I am driving an S90 T5 Momentum, rented from Sixt Rental Car at Sea-Tac, on my 9-day vacation. It made me re-think driving around in an even longer version.
what an excellent review Alex... the car is impressive too! I don't think ANYONE gives more information than you do and you simply "rattle it off" without reading!!!
Great review Alex, as always. The rear view is actually quite attractive in a dark color, like black. The proportions on this vehicle are spot on. One of the nicest interiors in this segment would be even better if Volvo added a Panoramic Roof. Your reviews are by far the most detailed and professional on the Net.
P.S - The trunk is spacious enough to accommodate those naughty children and mother in-laws if necessary, it would appear :-)
Nick Stark 😂😂😂😂
Yes, I agree. I think the contrast of the vehicle color and the lights is what makes the 'negative space' created by the lights actually appealing. It's not bad in white, but Black is definitely the way to go as far as proportioning out the rear is concerned. Also, the pano is standard on the S90 Inscription for 2018, which I am picking up. The pano makes the interior VERY crisp and defined. Also, for I believe 2020 Volvo is creating an 'Excellence' trim for the S90 (similar to the XC90 Excellence). It's primarily for the Chinese market (which explains the longer wheel base introduced for the 2018 MY), but it'll probably near 100K or more, like the XC90 (which is about 105k). But, the Inscription is more than enough for most, I imagine.
Love everything about this car....almost everything, except the rear end design. I'm with you Alex!
I find it very stange that the Volvo S90 is suggested to be smaller than the BMW 5 series at 1:05, as the BMW is known to be smaller than most cars in this class. The S90 is around 2 inches longer than the BMW. Also both the Mercedes E class and Audi A6 have got a sightly larger trunk than the Volvo...
Exactly, the S90 is lager then its European direct competators.
@@RF-gh7bs do you have dyslexia?
@@tylercouture216 brain injury, thanks for your stupid comment.
Wow now that's a review! Thank you
The Best Tail-light design ever 👏
It bugs me that the rear turn signals aren't also LED
I completely agree with you Tech Defender.
Tech Defender sometimes these companies make odd decisions
Tech Defender man it's maddening to me. just why so many car manufacturers does this idk, if you aren't going full LED then might as well don't at all.
They will probably change the lighting elements in a mid cycle refresh; they can't give us everything all at once. :-) I think the manual tilt/ telescopic steering wheel is bugging me a bit too.
Alex, Mercedes E class 2017 review coming soon? Can't wait to hear your opinion
If I want a Volvo?? This is my choice Alex.
Great video! However, we have to point you something: the Volvo S90 IS available with from massage seats, at least in Spain or Europe (here it is an option and we don't have the same standard equipment as in the US) Cheers! ;)
Exactly, and the leather dash/ doors are an option, and not standard on the inscription.
Nice work. Very detailed high quality!
Nice, rather have that then any German or Asian brand
Volvo is owned by Geely, a Chinese (Asian) company
Very nice review. Love the graphics on the side of the screen.
I trust these 4 cylinders and I bet they're great engines, but I just want the 5 cilinders back :(. I really love the sound and torque of my XC70 D5 AWD
But this thing is a lot quicker than your D5. Zero to 60 (or 100 kph) in less than 6 seconds.
Tuppoo94 True story, but still, the sound is way better :(
That is also true. The D5 and 2.5T sound awesome.
Tuppoo94 it's not about speed. It's about comfort and safety. I drive a 5-cylinder Volvo V70 from 1997 myself, and the smoothness and the power delivery is amazing. Not fast by any means, but you can feel the power behind the engine. I pulled 2 tons on the hook of this car a few months ago. I couldn't even feel it on the engine. :)
Ordered my 2018 V90 today :) Regarding the rear, the V90 is much more beautiful than the S90, but the front is really awesome! One of the best looking out there. Great review BTW!
In my country a T6 inscription comes standard with air suspension, bowers and wilkins, and power trunk and its 2k$ more expensive than the MERC e200 which is so slow, analog dials, fake leather and just no equipment at all
Those are some beat up roads out there in Cali Alex!!
Your review is very very crystal clear!. Love the way you explained and gave a score every detail and the way you compare to other cars in segment. I'm still considering between s90 e-class and BMW 5 g30 and this review help me a lot and my decision goes to s90 . Good job and subscribed. Look forward more review from you.
Great review Alex! I would love for you to review the Ford Taurus SHO. Definitely an underrated vehicle.
I love the new volvo's. I wish they brought the diesels here as well.
Cleo 1991 the diesels are great ! Proud owner of a 2015 v40 diesel !
Just subscribed. You sure gave one of the most informative reviews I've ever seen.
Beautiful, more so then I would have expected. Bodes well for the V90 wagon.
Wow, someone from america who actually talks about safety in cars? Do someone understand what you are talking about over there ;) great review and hopefully not to many angry persons around.
Gott nytt år, och hoppas du gör ett lika bra 2017!
Excellent review Alex! I'm really interested in the PoleStar software upgrade. I wonder how that will stack up against the competition.
Excellent review as always, thank you. =) I've always liked Volvos but this is the first one I've lusted after in ages, it looks great!
The videos just keep getting better!
Great review as always...when will you do the detailed review for 2017 Pathfinder Alex?
thanks Alex, always happy to see ur review. do u have plan to review other volvo model v90 n v90cc? im really looking forward to see. happy new year.
I find the front end reminds me of the new Kia Cadenza and the rear -- the new Buick LaCrosse. Both very nice, but surely different price categories.
Great review!!!
Great Review Alex. I really like this new design overall except for the rear end. However, the interior certainly makes up for that along with the great 0-60 and fuel economy scores.
Can't wait for you to get your hands on a V90. Will u be getting one soon?
2 Typos at 20:23 you wrote Bowes & Wilkens sound, it's supposed to be Bowers & Wilkins
Lexus GS is the direct compare model; not ES
Great review as always, though, btw.
Wow what a great video very informative thank you 🙏🏽
I think Volvo knocked it out of the park with this one. Yes it is FWD but the pricing is noticeably cheaper to buy (hear that Lincoln & Cadillac?) and the interior seems to be worth every penny. The only reservation I have is the questionable rear end design. But that only makes the V90 wagon more appealing, and thank you Volvo for bothering to even bring it Stateside in the first place.
Nice review Alex.
Very good review.
Alex, I thought the G80 was your favorite vehicle?
Hello Alex your videos are very informative videos. Just wondering if/when you will be reviewing a Chevy bolt or a 2016 Nissan Leaf.
The S90 does have massaging seats as an option.
A mid sized Mercedes without standard leather ? Crazy
Yes it is. Mercedes offers "artico" which is plastic. Real leather in extra at high price
This is impressive enough on the road that when our S60 R design is ready for replacement, one of these may be it.
What a great review! Awesome.
The trunk gag got me.
AWESOME review!! Thank you!!!
Very good review. Thanks!
Hey Alex... Are you planning on reviewing the new Land Rover Discovery??? I think a lot of us would like to see that!!
An excellent review of an excellent car.
Seems like you're in the market for something new!! Volvo is beautiful and the right size if there are not 2 many kids to cart around! We have 2 Kia Optimas and love them!
Excellent review!
These have aged very well
At 13:26 is the closest we'll get to Alex reviewing a Caterham. ;-) Maybe a Lotus Evora 400 isn't too far out of his wheelhouse? Perhaps for April 1st Alex could review a Morgan Three Wheeler.
Who has the most comfortable seats, use to think it was Volvo?
93455Driver jeah It is Volvo
Every year we go to the Dallas Auto Show. After looking and seating in so many cars we usually take a break in the Volvo area. Why? Best seats of all the cars, period!
hughn1 haha I should try that
I just went to a dealer to take a look at the S90. It's very long. It looks like a limo
I have a 2011 S80. The back side of the S80 looks nicer than the front end ( imo ). On the 2017 S90 the front end looks nicer than the back side ( imo )
Great review
Out of curiosity, The seats in the volvo get 9/10. In your experience which car had the best front and rear seats. My pick, Peugeot 505
Volvo's newer offerings are truly stunning vehicles, though I agree with Alex that the rear is the weakest point.
please do e class review
Hi Alex. Based from your experience. How reliable and expensive (maintenance/repairs) are Volvo vehicles? Compared to luxury German/Japaneses counterparts? Thanks!
the rear, and car itself, looks better in person... the rear also looks better with the fin on the back of the trunk.
Alex, thanks for the great review. How were the engineers able to place the front axle so far forward, given that the car is FWD? I thought typically the front axles needed to be behind the engine.
The 4 cylinder engine it uses is very compact, that's how they achieved this RWD like proportion. A larger engine simply is not possible with this platform. If you want more power it will be the hybrid model.
Hey Alex, could you please make a review about the jaguar xe s ? thanks :)
Segments don't matter. What Volvo has more than any other is safety. And that's what matters the most.
I agree, am not keen on the rear end either, oh well I'll hang onto my MGZT a little while longer, sigh.
I think the back of the Volvo S90 looks good, but I think they will try to improve the looks in the near future.
great job on the new volvos but i do feel they have less power then the competition
Please review Lexus GS 350 RWD.
Hahahahaha this video is great. Trunk comfort index 😂😂😂
It is a very sexy car. Volvo has done a great job
Is the infotainment center upgradable?
What if u compared it to the outgoing 2011-16 5 series?
I was sooooo disappointed with the F10 5 series. It didn't feel like a real BMW. Having owned a 2003 E39, it just felt so weird.
Alex, do you think Volvo will create a full size luxury sedan that competes with the Mercedes Benz S Class, BMW 7 Series, Lexus LS, Kia K900, and the all-new Genesis G90?
Matthew's Car Corner i don't think so, because they are only producing 4 cylinder engines only(sadly) who would buy a full size luxury sedan with only 4 cylinders.
+Julian J remember that in many countries you can buy plenty of full-size luxury sedans with a four-cylinder engine. I don't think the four-cylinder engine is the reason to not compete in the larger segment, in reality the main reason is the sales. few people by large sedans compared to the compact and midsize segment. This is why you don't see a large sedan from Infiniti and why the LS seems to get little love from Lexus.
Alex on Autos where i live only audi,bmw,mercedes,jaguar and volvo sell will in the luxury brand segment and in the full size segment like the merc S class we dont have 4 cylinders only v6 and up
Julian J Typically, in world markets, there are different kinds of engines you can choose from.
There was mention a few years ago about the owner of Geely (thus Volvo) desiring a large luxury segment Volvo competitor, rumored the S100. This size luxury car has been very popular among the Chinese elite. I believe it has been put on the back burner while Volvo focuses on rolling out the already planned SPA and CMA platform autos. The recent downturn in the Chinese economy and government crackdown on government leadership excess luxury purchases hasn't helped the S100's cause either. The focus on successful roll outs of the already planned new generation Volvo's and new faculty construction also has to factor in.
As for the 4 cylinder only offerings for Volvo's larger luxury vehicles, I believe it was a risk Volvo had to take to keep costs down (economies of scale) until they get the company back on its feet. Since the last Inline 6 turbo engine Volvo sold was actually a Ford produced engine, they would have had to design a entirely new in-house engine and set up specific production facilities. This would use up capital better spent on higher volume more profitable models, and new manufacturing facility construction. I personally much prefer at least a turbo or supercharged 6 cylinder in larger luxury vehicles due to typically higher level of refinement, but again, I understand Volvo's decision. Still, I think Volvo could have done a better job of engineering in more refinement for the Drive-e 4 cylinders engines. I've driven more refined (smoother, better sounding, if not quieter) 4 cylinder engines like the Audi 2.0 turbo TFSI which almost feels like a 6 cylinder. The Drive-e's rarely let you forget their 4 cylinder configuration.
Got the perfect fix for the back end of the S90... buy the V90. Much better looking IMO.
When you buy a Volvo wagon you feel even more tightness in the body structure too!
Agree!! My V60 feels very solid
how is that a fix? v90 rear looks uglier