EXPERT REVIEW · THREE-ROW SUV

2026 Volvo XC90 review

Volvo XC90: the family hauler that doesn't feel like one. Illustrative review

8.5/10 OffLot expert score

The 2026 Volvo XC90 sits near the top of its class. Standard driver-assist suite; easy to see out of and park. Third row (where offered) is for kids and engine gets loud under hard acceleration, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $60,000, it lines up with most direct rivals.

What's good

  • Standard driver-assist suite
  • Easy to see out of and park
  • Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
  • Excellent city fuel economy

What to check

  • Third row (where offered) is for kids
  • Engine gets loud under hard acceleration

Best for: Families who need all three rows. Starting MSRP: $60,000.

Owner reviews · 4.0 of 5 from 3 owners

★★★★☆Terrence H. · Austin, TX · 4 months owned
Happy after a year

The cargo room is the standout. My only gripe is the touchscreen climate controls, which I knew going in.

★★★★☆Andre B. · Columbus, OH · 25 months owned
Would buy again

Bought it for the school runs and road trips and it has handled everything so far. Fuel economy has been close to the sticker in mixed driving.

★★★★☆Isaiah B. · Denver, CO · 30 months owned
Happy after a year

Replaced an older Volvo with this one. Big step up in cargo room; I'd like a little more power from the base engine.

Price trend · used Volvo XC90, 12 months

$33.1k$33.8k$34.6k$35.3k$36.0kNov 25Jan 26Mar 26May 26Jul 26Sep 26

Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $35,525 · +1.54% last 30 days · +5.59% year over year.

Manufacturer videos

Manufacturer perspective · 2026

Volvo Cars · features

Volvo Cars 90/90 Day livestream: meet the EX90 and the new XC90

Official manufacturer video. Promotional, not an independent review; equipment shown varies by trim.

Metadata & embed markup checked 2026-10-15. Playback availability checked separately; can change.
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