The XC90's boxy shape is well-suited to cargo, though, and is similarly better than most competitors. The third row is actually habitable for adults, which is a rarity in luxury crossovers apart from bigger, pricier models like the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS. However, not only can you fit six or seven passengers in the XC90, there's a very good chance that all those passengers will actually be comfortable. Its length is similar to other midsize crossovers like the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Acura MDX and Genesis GV80. The XC90 is the biggest Volvo, allowing for three rows of passengers to come along for the ride. As you’d expect in a big luxury crossover, this one can be loaded to the gills with desirable features like a head-up display and massaging seats. Volvo’s 12-inch digital instrument cluster comes standard, and it continues the minimalism theme with a simple layout and limited customization. A few audio playback buttons can be found below the screen, but it’s still a tech fiend’s paradise. All of your climate controls are placed within the screen, so you’re left without any physical buttons there (though that was the case with Sensus as well). We like the familiarity and ease of use of Google Maps, and the Google Assistant is one of the more natural voice control programs you’ll find in a vehicle. The switch to Google built-in infotainment is an improvement in usability over the old Sensus software. You can get a dose of flash with the Ultimate trim and its Orrefors Crystal shift knob, but even that piece pales in comparison to BMW’s gaudy glass-cut gear lever. Muted wood inlays grace the dash of luxury models, whereas metal inlays are used on sportier builds. Where BMW and Mercedes dashes are festooned with design flourishes and obvious luxury, the XC90 is laid back and staid. The vibe is different from any of the German or Japanese luxury machines. No matter the trim level, the 2023 Volvo XC90’s cabin is a lesson in refined minimalism. What are the XC90’s interior and in-car technology like? Trim levels are reorganized into Core, Plus and Ultimate. The XC90 also gains over-the-air update capability, which means Volvo can send remote software updates to the vehicle, improving features over time. The XC90 switches to Google-based infotainment software for 2023, incorporating Google Maps, Google Play and Google Assistant voice control. The XC90 Recharge remains a plug-in hybrid option. The new B5 and B6 mild hybrids therefore replace the outgoing T5 and T6 engines. The 2023 XC90 switches to mild-hybrid powertrains as standard, complete with integrated 48-volt battery and an integrated starter/generator added to the existing 2.0-liter engines. Interior & Technology | Passenger & Cargo Space | Performance & Fuel Economy What it's like to drive | Pricing & Trim Levels | Crash Ratings & Safety Features What's new for 2023? Volvo will release its full-size EX90 as a battery-electric successor to the XC90, expected to go on sale in 2023 with an all-new design and more safety tech than ever before. If you want something all-electric, though, you’ll have to wait just a little longer. The XC90 is getting a little long in the tooth as it’s now in its eighth year since a complete redesign, but its unique, crisp design and modern technology hide its age well. The XC90 is also comfortable and roomy, seating six to seven passengers in an interior that’s comfortable and interesting to look at without feeling overwrought or ostentatious. What Volvo does offer is oodles of safety, with excellent crash test results year after year, and a robust suite of safety and driver assistance technology that doesn’t feel like it’s working against you while you’re driving. It won’t provide the sporty driving dynamics like some of the performance models from BMW and Mercedes, but there’s plenty to like about Volvo’s flagship crossover. The plug-in-hybrid XC90 Recharge version raises the price considerably, but provides a generous amount of all-electric range while being the most powerful and fun XC90 by far. For 2023, the standard powertrains become mild-hybrid designs based on a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. The 2023 Volvo XC90 is a three-row, full-size SUV that we like for its tasteful design, comfortable interior space and excellent safety. Pros: Classy, clean, minimalist design powerful PHEV powertrain available robust standard safety and driver assistance suite Cons: While we like the design, it’s due for an update upgrading to PHEV is costly 2023 Volvo XC90 Review: Design that stands the test of time With standard mild hybrids, a PHEV and new Google infotainment
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