The 2020 Volvo XC90 has been awarded the highest honor for safety, the IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus, putting it in the upper echelon of safe vehicles. Volvo has always been known for safety and is usually leading the pack in innovation and safety features, so it should come as no surprise that the new SUV from Volvo stays true to the brand’s legacy.
To receive the IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus, vehicles must pass a battery of crash tests, and it must pass them perfectly. They involve more than what the federal government requires of a five-star rating, which tests the chassis. The new Volvo XC90 got perfect scores in every IIHS subcategory. Along with the Volvo XC60 (which received the Top Safety Pick award), the Volvo XC90 received the top score of Good in crash tests involving small and moderate overlaps, roof-strength evaluations and side impacts. They were also tested on vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention, vehicle-to-vehicle forward crash protection and evaluated on the car’s built-in safety and driver-assist systems. They passed with flying colors.
The Volvo XC90 also passed the headlight test, which is where many vehicles fail. Both the Volvo XC90 and XC60 have two headlight variations, with whether the LED beams are curve-adaptive being where the winners and the losers differ. The XC90 was deemed Acceptable, whereas the XC60 was Marginal, thus giving it the Top Safety Pick and the XC90 the Top Safety Pick Plus.
So if you want the safest Volvo of 2020, pick the Volvo XC90. But that won’t be the only reason you’ll love it. This new plug-in hybrid is also great looking, luxurious, comfortable and filled with features. Our favorite features* include:
- Heated and ventilated front seats + heated rear seats
- Backrest massage in front seats
- 14-speaker Harman/Kardon audio system
- 20” black diamond-cut alloy wheel
- Panoramic sunroof
- Nappa leather upholstery
- 12.3” display
- Linear Walnut wood inlays
The 2020 Volvo XC90 comes in three trims—Momentum, R-Design, Inscription—several engine options, and a six- or seven-passenger seating configuration. The base Momentum trim comes with a 250-hp turbocharged T5 engine and front-wheel drive. Step up to the available T6 engine for 316-hp and AWD, which comes standard on the Inscription trim, or opt for the 400-hp T8 plug-in hybrid electric engine on any trim, which offers an 18-mile fully electric range.
Of course, the Volvo XC90 comes with all of Volvo’s extensive safety features, including:
- Lane-Departure Warning and Lane-Keeping Assist
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS™) with Steer Assist and Cross Traffic Alert
- Intelligent City Safety technology with forward-collision warning & automated emergency braking
- Run-off Road Mitigation system
- 360-degree parking cameras
The new Volvo XC90 is the largest Volvo SUV and has the most modern design updates, marking the future of Volvo design. The XC90 was the first Volvo to use “Scalable Product Architecture” and a standard 9.0” tablet-style infotainment system as well as the first to only employ four-cylinder engines. It’s striking good looks, powerful engines, incredibly safe operations and excellent fuel economy, especially with the hybrid variant, make the new XC90 one of the best SUVs on the market.
Call or visit Volvo Cars Walnut Creek to learn more about the Volvo XC90, explore the different trims and engine options, and take one for a sanitized test drive. Our friendly and knowledgable staff are here to assist you in person, completely online, or somewhere in between. Your safety is our number one priority, followed by your satisfaction with our service and product quality. Volvo Cars Walnut Creek is your local East Bay Area Volvo dealer, conveniently located on Main St in Walnut Creek, CA.
*Features listed include optional features, some available only on certain trims.
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