Ultimate Travel Companion: The 2022 Volvo V90 Cross Country… accessorized!

The term “station wagon”, much like the term “minivan”, is instantly going to eliminate certain buyers who are concerned about any potential negative connotations associated with the category. For some, SUV’s are cool, station wagons and minivans are not. And that’s regardless of the degree to which their lifestyles actually warrant the characteristics of an SUV. So Volvo has clearly designed the V90 Cross Country for those who focus on what makes sense for them versus what appears “hip” to others.

Next comes the Volvo V90 Cross Country’s commitment to its mission: offer spacious seating for five human beings of any age or reasonable size, plus generous cargo space, and do it with an exceptionally high level of luxury and performance. It does not go overboard on anything and scrimps on nothing. The V90 is for the person who knows his or her true needs when it comes to transportation and wants to get as close to that ideal as possible.

Ideal for Road Trips

Harking back to the era when station wagons were the popular and wise choice for families with active lifestyles, the 2022 Volvo V90 Cross Country is arguable the most ideal vehicle for traveling as a group.

To defend the above statement, we offer the following:
 

• Space — Starting with the obvious, it has seating for five people — all of which could comfortably be adults — and plenty of cargo space for most outings.

• Fuel Efficiency — Volvo powers the V90 Cross Country with a 295-hp turbocharged-and-supercharged 4-cylinder engine partnered with a 48-volt hybrid system. Lighter and lower than a truck or SUV, the V90 is obviously going to consume less fuel. Expect an EPA estimated 29 MPG on the open highway.

• Capability — Yes, we’ve said the V90 Cross Country is a “station wagon”, but we also acknowledged that it’s not your average station wagon. It comes standard with all-wheel-drive (AWD), a slightly elevated ride for additional ground clearance, some additional cladding for rougher terrain, and off-road technology, such as Volvo’s Hills Descent Control. It can easily go to the most extreme locations that the typical SUV visits.

• Access — This is a characteristic that few SUV owners consider before plunging into that category. If you need truly large, rugged tires and substantial ground clearance, by all means go with an SUV. But if you don’t, and you also need to load things onto the roof racks and into the rear storage area, please note that both are a lot easier to do with a station wagon.

• Technology — Volvo’s “Sensus” infotainment system is spectacular. Not only is it intuitive, with a 9-inch touchscreen that behaves like a smart phone’s interface, it has fully integrated Google Maps and Google Assistant, allowing you to seamlessly control your immediate surroundings with voice commands. Additionally, with Google built into the technology, you can easily connect and control compatible smart home devices from the road. The Volvo V90 Cross Country also features a head-up display and Pilot Assist semi-autonomous driving support.

• Comfort — As with all Volvo’s, the V90 Cross Country is luxurious. Very luxurious, particularly considering the price. One way to think about the V90 CC is as if Volvo took its flagship luxury sedan, the Volvo S90, and added 44 cubic feet of additional cargo space. They then added a dash of off-road capability and styling to reflect the adventure-orientation of this “estate” wagon.

Accessorize Your Volvo V90 Cross Country

Everyone hits the open road with a different objective in mind. Volvo recognizes this and provides Volvo V90 Cross Country owners with the ability to accessorize their wagon with amenities that make the most sense for their individual voyage. Volvo offers an impressive line of accessories designed specifically for you and your Volvo, from Volvo apparel to roof top luggage boxes and bike racks. And if you’re traveling with a furry companion, Volvo has an ingeniously designed dog gate system that fits in the V90’s luggage compartment and can be configured to accommodate one or two dogs. There’s also a selection of Comfort & Convenience accessories to make your journey even more enjoyable, including sun shades, headrest pillows, and sunglasses holders.



“You Do You”

We’ve taken the opportunity to compare the 2022 Volvo V90 Cross Country “estate” wagon (i.e. station wagon) with SUV’s and, in some instances, argued that the V90 might be a superior choice… for some people. In no way are we slighting SUV’s. We’re SUV enthusiasts and find them to be incredibly versatile and capable. What we are saying is that there are many people for whom the V90 Cross Country may be a more suiting choice for their particular needs. We also note that SUV’s are very popular, while station wagons suffer from a bit of an unfair stigma issue, which may hamper some people’s ability to clearly evaluate the advantages offered by the V90.

In the final analysis, it’s all about finding the vehicle the reflects your needs, style, and personality best. And we applaud Volvo for recognizing that the typical Volvo enthusiast is quite prone to going in his or her own direction, evaluating the facts and opting for a vehicle that is best for them. After all, most people don’t place safety at the top of their list of criteria when selecting a vehicle; if they did, they’d all be driving Volvos, right? So the Volvo V90 Cross Country is going to appeal to those whose needs for seating capacity, cargo space, fuel economy, comfort, and — of course — safety, match what the V90 has to offer. And in the San Francisco Bay Area, we think that’s going to be a lot of people.

Buy or Lease a 2022 Volvo V90 Cross Country at Volvo Cars Walnut Creek

The friendly Volvo experts at Volvo Cars Walnut Creek are eager to help you continue your research on the Volvo V90 Cross Country wagon. You can review our current inventory of Volvo V90’s in stock, but given the worldwide inventory shortages of nearly all automobiles, we encourage you to contact Volvo Cars Walnut Creek directly to get a better sense of availability. Understandably, many Volvo models are waitlisted and anxious Volvo enthusiasts take delivery as soon as the next shipment arrives. Volvo Cars Walnut Creek can also help you place a custom order, ensuring that you get the ideal Volvo for you.