Volvo XC90

The XC90 was Volvo's first off-roader, and proved the firm's clever ability to build cars that are relevant to real-world drivers. Key to this is the fact that XC90 comes well equipped and features seven decent-sized seats as standard, making it great for active families. It doesn’t handle as well as rivals like the BMW X5, but the XC90 is extremely comfortable on long journeys and offers good visibility. The XC90 tops this off with solid build quality and a powerful D5 diesel engine.

Volvo XC90 SUV

Volvo XC90 SUV

5 doors

Price £36,865 - £45,465

2.50 /5
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  • Pros:
    • Classy design
    • Spacious boot
  • Cons:
    • Thirsty diesels
    • Handling no match for modern rivals
    • Noisy engines

The Volvo XC90 was a landmark car when it was launched in 2002. It was the first 4x4 to put families at the heart of its design, rather than just off-road performance. As a result, it's packed with safety kit, including an innovative system that helps protect passengers if the car rolls over.  But more than that the XC90 is a very functional model. It's developed to survive harsh Swedish winters, and the car is packed with features to make life in one of the world's most extreme environments simpler. Did you know, for example, that the chunky buttons inside are designed to be easy to use when you're wearing thick gloves?

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