Used Volvo S90 cars for sale

The Volvo S90 is a luxury saloon that prioritises quality and safety. With four doors and five spacious seats, the S90 is renowned among Volvo's lineup for being a roomy choice. The Volvo S90 is a streamlined saloon and its elongated body provides ample interior space for occupants.

There are a range of trim levels available, starting with the base-level Momentum and finishing with the flagship Inscription trim. Facing competition from the BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, the Volvo S90 distinguishes itself as a class leader with its unrivalled safety features, comfort and eye-catching design.

Volvo S90 updates and facelifts

The S90 gained widespread approval for its striking design when it was first released in 2015, at the North American International Auto Show. Its stylish reputation was cemented when it won the prestigious Production Car Design of the Year award.

The initial S90 model was produced from 1997 to 1998 and included a four-door saloon version. Between 2016 and 2019 a brand-new iteration of the Volvo S90 debuted. It featured pilot assist and a semi-autonomous driving system that delivered gentle steering assistance to the driver without ever feeling like it was trying to take control.

2019 saw the Volvo S90 receive a facelift — redesigning the front and rear bumpers and lights and adding a new Harman Kardon audio system.

Since the 2019 facelift, the petrol and diesel engines have been discontinued in favour of the plug-in hybrid alternatives, making this era of the Volvo S90 an economically conscientious one.

Practicality and style of the car

The S90’s boot capacity totals 500 litres, which is roughly on a par with the BMW 5 Series’ or Audi A6’s 520 litres, providing ample room to accommodate two large suitcases and hand luggage with ease. Unlike some rivals, the rear seats fold down in a 40/20/40 split configuration as standard with all S90 trims, instead of being an added extra. The boot is also square in shape, allowing maximum use to be made of the available space.

With a towing capacity of up to 2,100kg, the S90 can tow various loads with ease, from trailers and boats to caravans and other heavy equipment.

Running costs

The Volvo S90 falls between insurance groups 27 and 44, which closely matches the rivalling BMW 5 Series, which sits in groups 26 to 45, and the Audi A5 which falls between groups 30 to 42.

The annual road tax for the Volvo S90 is set at £180 for standard petrol and diesel engines, applicable to vehicles with CO2 emissions within the range of 116g/km and 153g/km. S90s with the most powerful engines, or that are much older, can set you back as much as £555 in annual road tax.

How a used Volvo S90 drives

The S90’s standard petrol and diesel varieties are no longer being manufactured, though these engines are still found in many used Volvo S90s available today. Since the 2019 facelift, they have been replaced by plug-in hybrid and electric hybrid powertrains.

The T8 is the S90’s plug-in hybrid engine, available as a 2.0-litre engine. The T8 Twin Engine Hybrid engines have a formidably economic fuel consumption rate of 141mpg. Accelerating from 0 to 62mph in an impressive 5.2 seconds, these engines deliver a maximum top speed of 155mph. They have remarkably low CO2 emissions of just 46g/km. These engines also pack a huge maximum power output of 316bhp and 640Nm of torque.

The T4 and T5 are the S90’s 2.0-litre petrol engine varieties. The T4 S90 petrol engine achieves an impressive 42mpg. Accelerating from 0 to 62mph in 8.7 seconds, this engine reaches a maximum top speed of 131mph. It has a robust power output of 187bhp, with CO2 emissions of 153g/km.

The T5 petrol engine claims an impressive 43mpg while accelerating from 0 to 62mph in just 6.8 seconds. It reaches a top speed of 143mph with its 251bhp power output. It produces CO2 emissions of 149g/km.

The D4 and D5 are the S90’s 2.0-litre diesel engine varieties. The D4 achieves 64mpg and accelerates from 0 to 62mph in only 8.2 seconds. With 187bhp, it reaches a top speed of 143mph while emitting 114g/km of CO2 emissions.

The D5 engine’s fuel efficiency returns 59mpg. It accelerates from 0 to 62mph in just 7.0 seconds and reaches a top speed of 149mph. This engine delivers 232bhp, with CO2 emissions at 127g/km.

The S90 comes with automatic, semi-automatic and Geartronic gearboxes. Geartronic is Volvo's automatic transmission system that offers a manual mode, allowing the driver to have more control over gear changes.

Engines and official MPG

Please refer to the table below for a comprehensive list of engines and their official MPG figures.

2016 - onwards

Engine	Official WLTP MPG
D4	50.4 mpg
D5 AWD	43.5 mpg
T4	37.7 mpg
T5	37.7 mpg
T8 AWD	148.7–3526.0 mpg

Features you can expect in a Volvo S90

Interior

The S90 features a 12.3-inch progressive driver display for essential information. Including a 12V socket in both the front tunnel console and the boot ensures multipurpose charging options for all occupants. The S90 is also equipped with a glove compartment, an illuminated boot lid, centre console cupholders and storage pockets on the back of the front seats. The illuminated front and rear aluminium tread plates add a touch of elegance.

Five occupants can ride in the Volvo S90 comfortably, and the heated front seats and front seat cushion extensions provide additional comfort and support. The power driver seat boasts multi-directional lumbar support and memory settings for the seat and exterior mirrors. The tailored instrument panel and door tops feature contrast stitching for a sophisticated look.

Technology

The Volvo S90 displays a prominent 9-inch centre console portrait touchscreen. It comes equipped with a DAB radio with ten speakers delivering a powerful 220W output for enhanced audio quality. The Bluetooth hands-free system facilitates wireless connectivity for compatible devices.

The S90 also offers speed-sensitive steering to ensure responsive and controlled steering at varying speeds. Driver assistance and awareness features include pilot assist, adaptive cruise control, blind spot information system with steer assist, cross-traffic alerts with auto brake and rear collision warning and mitigation, and hill start assist.

Safety

The Volvo S90 achieved an exceptional five-star rating in the NCAP collision test. It achieved an impressive adult occupant protection score of 95% and a child occupant score of 80%. The S90 has i-Size and ISOFIX mounts for child seats, which enhance the overall safety of younger passengers during travel.

Safety features include city safety with steering support including pedestrian and cyclist detection, front collision warning with full auto brake and rear auto brake, lane mitigation, slippery road and hazard light alert functions. The car is also equipped with a speed limiter and driver alert control with lane-keeping aid to help you stay focused and within your lane.

The S90 ensures your protection with a series of airbags including dual-stage driver and passenger airbags and a driver knee airbag. The vehicle deceleration control system, coupled with an anti-lock brake system, electronic brake distribution and emergency brake assist work together to provide control during braking situations.

With such vigorous safety features, the S90 is well-equipped for daily commutes, navigating city streets or embarking on longer journeys.

Trims available on the Volvo S90

Volvo S90 Momentum

This trim is the Volvo S90’s entry-level trim and comes with 17-inch alloy wheels. Its interior features include a 9-inch touchscreen, a dynamic digital instrument display and a premium ten-speaker sound system. This trim has adaptive LED headlights along with front USB ports and rear USB-C ports. Integrated Apple and Android smartphone compatibility, luxurious leather upholstery and heated front seats. The panoramic sunroof adds a light and airy feel to the cabin. Safety is prioritised with advanced driver aids, such as blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane departure mitigation, collision mitigation and oncoming lane mitigation.

Volvo S90 R-Design

This is the S90’s mid-level trim and hosts a range of additional features including upgraded 19-inch alloy wheels. The exterior and interior receive stylish enhancements like the leather sport steering wheel and a 13-speaker Harman Kardon sound system. Your comfort is heightened with a four-way power lumbar support system and power window curtains that add a touch of privacy. Climate control comes with the convenience of a four-zone automatic climate control system. This trim also comes with refined premium leather upholstery.

Volvo S90 Inscription

Inscription is the S90’s flagship trim, with exclusive features like Nappa soft leather, ventilated upholstery, chrome lower side mouldings adorned with the recharge logo and pitched oak or grey ash inlays. This trim is fitted with 19-inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels featuring a diamond-cut/black finish. This trim also comes with a high-gloss black front grille, accented with a chrome surround and inserts, chrome lower front bumper and chrome window surrounds. The three-spoke leather steering wheel with chrome trim adds a final touch of style to the S90.

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