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$32,225
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2021 Volvo XC90
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T5 Momentum FWD 7 Passenger
$49,000
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8.9
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Overview
Engine
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.8 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
4,345 lbs
4,374 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
5,300 lbs
4,000 lbs
Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
24 MPG
25 MPG
City
21 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
28 MPG
30 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.4 Tons/yr
7.2 (Est) Tons/yr
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.6 gallons
18.8 gallons
Cruising Range City
390.6 miles
394.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
520.8 miles
564 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
198.8 in
194.9 in
Height
70.2 in
69.9 in
Max Width
78.9 in
79.1 in
Front Width
66.9 in
65.7 in
Rear Width
66.9 in
65.8 in
Wheelbase
119.1 in
117.5 in
Ground Clearance
8.2 in
9.4 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
7 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
43 in
40.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.7 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
61.8 in
57.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
59.2 in
56 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39 in
37 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.5 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
61.9 in
56.5 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
59.1 in
56.5 in
Third Row Leg Room
32.2 in
31.9 in
Third Row Headroom
38.9 in
36.3 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
54.6 in
46.9 in
Third Row Hip Room
40.9 in
44.9 in
Cargo Space
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
87.8 ft³
65.5 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
47.9 ft³
35.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
18.2 ft³
12.6 ft³
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
N/A
39.7 ft
Wheels
Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 8"
Suspension
Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Tires
Front Tire
P255/65HR18
P235/55HR19
Rear Tire
P255/65HR18
P235/55HR19
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
Agate Black Metallic
Carbonized Gray Metallic
Iconic Silver Metallic
Oxford White
Bright Silver Metallic
Crystal White Metallic
Denim Blue Metallic
Ice White
Onyx Black Metallic
Savile Grey Metallic
Thunder Grey Metallic
Standard Interior Materials
N/A
Blond, Leatherette Upholstery w/Blonde Interior
Charcoal, Leatherette Upholstery
Optional Interior Materials
N/A
Blond, Leather Upholstery w/Blonde Interior
Charcoal, Leather Upholstery
Features and Options
Infotainment
HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard
Comfort
Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
US NHTSA crash test result
Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Warranty
Warranty Summary
Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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