6 Months Review: I got myself a Volvo XC90 because it is a fantastic family car | Evomalaysia.com

[@jdfd4906]

Agreed. Xc90 is the best family suv considering the performance/comfort to price ratio. Followed closely by the CX-9.

[@yeaabuddy8929]

Ew mazda.

[@TubesWidener]

Congrats Bobby, you got the safest cars brand and very elegant too. Safety is always first priority

[@markgoh83]

Its an excellent choice bobby. I was also contemplating between a Q7, Xc90 and also a CX9. And I get safely say the Volvo does top them all. Not to say the others are crap but Volvo is just one step above others here. In terms of features, comfort, and also value. My thoughts are exactly like yours I have two kids and both of them are young. So when you have a sedan after you put a car seat you are pretty much sardined. Not to forget the loads of things you need to carry. It’s a lovely car. Great review btw.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Thanks Mark, yeah the family loves it

[@GrandSavrify]

As an owner of both, CX-9 is more spacious, comfortable when comes to seat, and of course, more reliable. As for XC90, the drivability is way better, not to mention the technology it has on the car, the performance and fuel consumption is way better.

[@jackalshine660]

Guys if u buy a car to look at their RV. Its not for u, YOU are not there yet..

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Wow this statement is epic. I'm so gonna use it.

[@sufrihadi]

I don't understand..if you buy a car to look at their review or rear view?

[@raymondseng4707]

Sufri H RV means resale value

[@Zen-et2wp]

Sufri H lol.

[@royroslan8033]

Mean this Volvo RV pretty poor huh?

[@calancehong7908]

Hi Bobby, I discovered your channel recently and i have watched a few videos of yours. You are really doing a great job at reviewing cars! Keep up the good work :D

[@kamalab4762]

Its quite evident that u love the xc90 so much bobby. Brilliant purchase! Just got myself a car ive been dreaming about for 2 years recently.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Nice!! Congrats to you too! Hope you enjoyed your ride as well! :)

[@ckupcu]

Dude, I am right now in Malaysia for business and just watched your video. Nice review, interesting to see that XC90 is also getting popular in Malaysia. Good job!

[@hishamtahir948]

Nice to hear your sincere comments Bobby, although is was two years ago.... I'm planning xc40 for my wife in the nearest future..

[@jamesfoong3196]

Great choice. I just bought the xc60 and loving every bit of it. Can't say my previous merc, Audi etc.... Improvement area for them now in Malaysia is the service centre especially the one in Penang. I will definitely recommend this car, xc60 and if you need a larger one, go for the xc90.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

I heard iRoll penang is pretty good right? Compared to FA?

[@kennyc1978]

Congratulate!Bobby. XC90 also my dream car from previous till new old. For family is good choice.

[@scotiajinker8392]

Ordered a B5 inscription with Volvo finance , interest free for 3yrs .

[@andrewlee4363]

One things for sure, i have never sat in a car that attracts as much attention as the XC90 I have gotten some thumbs up and compliments more than i did in my w213 e300 which is none

[@harzritz438]

Hope u can share cost of maintaning this volvo and problem that u face,and service provided..

[@tomeng9520]

It's a tank. Police is going to call him when they want help :D hahahahahaha

[@jdfd4906]

There’s a service package which includes wear and tear except tyres for the first 5 years, priced less than 10k iirc. I believe most owners go for this package to enjoy a fuss free 5 years ownership haha

[@GreyJedi17]

Congratulations on getting the Volvo. I followed your advice and bought the Tiguan. Hope I’ll be happy with it just like you’re happy with the xc90

[@spencercheah318]

Bobby, the part you mentioned take the longest route bcos interest rate is now 2.5% may not be 100% true, there’s a catch to how interest rate for car hire purchase is computed and charged versus a housing loan or ur FD. When a car HP interest rate is 2.5% then the actual effective interest rate is 4.73% so if say u got RM300k in your bank giving you 3.5% interest n u choose to go for HP for ur car at 2.5% then yearly you are losing 1.23% to the bank.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

True. But we are not using our savings to buy a car. Just like our phone bills and electricity bills and telco bills, we use our monthly income to buy a car. It's a monthly expenditure set aside. At least that's how i see it. If we can set aside public transport bills, we can also set aside private transport bills as deductibles from our monthly income. What's the best part is that amongst our monthly expenditures, the one we pay for our cars have a depreciation ratio that lets us collect back some money when we sell it off. Haha!

[@spencercheah318]

Haha. Conclusion, dont care how we finance it. Just buy and ENJOY.

[@fakhrullahsaifuddin2176]

Spencer Cheah Nice SIR Haha

[@chochocho25]

Happy for you, I bought an xc60, love it to bits. Should always buy a car that you love.

[@Trucho001]

I have a 2017 S90. In three years of ownership I had not discovered the cel phone placement that you show at 13:35.

[@derrickezra]

It would be great to share your journey with your car in all aspects! Maintaining the car, going on breathtaking trips and also any changes you will do.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Yupe i will!

[@derrickezra]

Congrats and all the best to your ownership of cars! Cheers mate.

[@mr.pawarinstalls2658]

@@BobbyAngmalaysia do u still have car. How’s the maintenance and reliability so far ?

[@pataizud]

is it worth to own a 2016 version?....its only 130-150k only now in 2024...same engine right?

[@182kevtcs]

Good choice Bobby. I really like this car too and agree with u on the cohesive attention to details and also your comments about MPV vs SUV as family car. Keep it up man. You’re cool.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Thanks mate

[@182kevtcs]

Hope can afford it one day like you. lol

[@ajaimn2053]

"MPV = min bus!" I thought I'm the only one to feel like this hahaha

[@r.gelmers6580]

The advice on taking a loan rather than paying for it out of pocket makes sense when you're not going to apply for a mortgage any time soon. When you DO want to buy that new house, better not take that loan because it will seriously cripple the amount you can get for that dream house you always wanted. I guess that is the only reason I don't do it anymore. Apart from that, I completely agree with you. Especially with interest rates of 2.5% and yearly inflation matching that more or less.

[@charles2431]

Love the Crystal Gear knob

[@viralkuat1081]

Can the t8 be operated normally ( dont effect the cars systems) without the phev system, say after the batteries dies off in a few years of usage. The price of the new batteries doesn't make sense with the diminished value in 6 years time or more. Love the gizmos in t8 but not the eventual money guzzler for the phev system as i plan to keep this suv for a LONG time. Tq bobby and guys in advance.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Should go for the T5 then :)

[@jbergene]

The loan is the right way to go, until intereset rate go up. I loaned 100% for my Tesla model X. Applying the "Now-worth" math to the loan, the car will actually cost me 10k$ LESS on a 10 year loan. On paper, I will pay 100k$ + interest. But money is worth more today than it is tomorrow. So 100k$ today is the same as 80k$ (todays worth) in 10 years. This is assuming interest rates stay the same which I doubt, so I have cash ready incase the it goes against me and its cheaper to cash out the loan

[@zakuanderis]

Can you comments on ERAD transmission motor that looks one of a problem in this XC90 T8 model and Volvo seems unable to solve the problem.

[@damianotoole]

Nice review. Did you try the Q7 also?

[@jegmac]

Congrats Bro... Happy for you☺️

[@arslanshah86]

Omg, i just saw you driving your car while I was on the way back from Damansara. Big Fan of your work. Stay blessed 😊

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

You too sir!

[@arslanshah86]

I Managed to secure a test drive unit for T5 and got a good offer as they threw in a styling kit as well but i do like the Inscription Grill and Chrome trim on windows. Any idea if Volvo will offer those as separate accessories or if you can recommend any aftermarket shop which can offer that?

[@kelvsim3235]

does the car needs a lot of repairs?? coz i really dun hav the time and money for tat..

[@mohamadkasir2540]

Congratulations bro for a very nice new car.. Also 1 of my target car to have, very nice

[@shazman72]

It's like you read my mind. I was contemplating the Range Rover Sport and the XC90. My money is on you, so yeah... XC90 it is. Thank you.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Range Rover Sport is overpriced compared to this

[@shazman72]

Bobby Ang agreed.

[@alianas2131]

Spot on on taking the longest tenure for a car loan with current interest rates for a new car! Loans that have to be settled fastest are the high bearing ones like the credit card.

[@EzzatRohaizan]

Congrats Bobby!! We are team now. But as a former XC90 owner, I still can't move on with the new petrol tank capacity. 50 litres now is to small for me.

[@EzzatRohaizan]

N one more thing u might need a male to female charging cable Bobby for outdoor charging. It will cost RM879.

[@brandonbeh6933]

No worry Bobby, I am with you, I only buy used car or preregistered car.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

We the cleverest muahahaha

[@chngzikang763]

May I know why? I am still considering whether to buy a used or new car. Any advice? Thanks!

[@brandonbeh6933]

car is a liability, it is not an asset, what I am doing is to reduce losing too much when sell the car later, I buy and sell car almost every 3~5 years. I am a heavy footer, car is a mean of enjoyment, if buy new car, then feel pain to play with the car, no fun.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

I always buy used

[@mabar6807]

Bobby Ang pls make a video on tips for buying used car and recommend parts to replace for the used car. thanks a bunch!

[@aeroline11]

Recently seens lots of XC90 running around KL and it certainly more often seen than the X5. I didn't afford it but I had a friend who test drove this XC90 and he just said it was worthy overall in this price. He did not buy XC90 because he was in loan with his X5 hybrid still and how much he hope to own this XC90 over his current X5.

[@Xyb3rTeCh]

Please share with us how's the Volvo is getting with its fuel economy, maintenance cost yearly, and how reliable it is. Cheers!

[@cyclonehero]

Hi Bobby. Do you still own this car? What do you think about keeping the car for long term?

[@azharkacak1978]

my humble opinion is,if we don't know how to choose,just look at whatever expert car reviewer buy. :)

[@azrilaliuddin]

Hey Bobby, the spec says 50 liters fuel tank but i think the new batch that came in has bigger tank. And seems to only get 35km of electric range. Have not been able to verify this expect at the petrol station.

[@matchbox2020]

Hi Bobby, please provide an update on your XC90?. Do you still own it?

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

I bought a second one after this with the larger battery, larger fuel tank, full leather dash and 360 cam as that time market shortage on XC90 and a dealer offered me a great price to take my old media test drive sale unit and offered me a new one with a great fleet price. Love the car but after a year i stumbled upon the Aston rapide s for sale at half the market value, but if I don't sell my XC90 i can't afford it so reluctantly i had to sell the XC90

[@matchbox2020]

@@BobbyAngmalaysia Interesting! I feel like I should sell my 2016 XC90 T6 and purchase a Acura MDX instead due to reliability and maintenance upkeep. Many users have complained about break and other issue. I really love driving mine its solid and feels very luxurious. But then am nervous about the long run and upkeep.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

@@matchbox2020 T6 has no issues at all. Most complains are the T8 hybrid systems but amongst all European plugin hybrids, Volvo's considered the most stable. The T6 drivetrain is rock solid don't worry at all ... And many American consumer complains were people logging complains on the infotainment system cos they don't know how to use it

[@avocatboychenko6196]

Guys, I've got XC90 Momentum D5. But I have a problem, maybe all of you have the same. The SENSUS cannot play music from USB from FOLDERS, it does not see FOLDES at all. You can only play music from USB by style, artist, search, etc... but not from the Folder... Please advise

[@basilfabian05]

I should've known, you loved it too much haha. The XC90 has awesome road presence, great choice. Your car collection is getting bigger as well haha.

[@anonymous-do5bs]

Hi Bobby. I have a few questions on the xc90 1. What is the maintenance fee like? 2. Is it better to lease or buy the car? 3. For the inscription models, after how long do you have to change the battery? 4. Would a q5, glc or X5 be a better sub 400k option than this? Appreciate your response 🙂

[@OrcaAngler]

im buying volvo next...thanks bobby

[@nazhasan428]

How about maintenance? How frequent you have to do service? Problem with volvo is not all states has service centre.

[@ghimaumelaya]

Terima kasih, memang terbaik! 👍🏼

[@rsii83]

I love your watch too, what brand is that?

[@SyahmieIsmade]

Yes finally bobby uploaded another video!!

[@shem44]

Subaru has a better activity key system where you can leave the key in the car and open the door using touch pin under the tailgate.

[@wanharyani]

My husband has exactly the same thought when comes to xc90 vs mpv.

[@JLXC90]

Bobby, just went to test drive XC90 again. Really comfortable👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻and also there’s a new colour option, it’s like dark grey/navyish colour and brown interior leather is available now

[@myunosy7770]

boss,how long will the battery lasts?and how much new battery will cost?

[@jeoming1366]

Haha smart plate strategy to pass road block,front stantard,rear VIP 1316=VIP BIG

[@kelvinp11]

Is yours a 7-seater or not bro? I think I heard you mentioned that you'll get back to the 7th seats but did not.

[@thillaiambalam5661]

Hi Bobby, just saw your vid,I'm planning to buy xc90 facelift model, is it a value for money car. Thanks

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Definitely value for money

[@ngyc6294]

Good choice for a very understated car

[@ngkwdaniel]

Hi Bobby, should I get a used volvo of such model via car traders?

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Why not?

[@ngkwdaniel]

thanks, enjoy your ride ;)

[@daxsembrano9343]

for me bro much better you go to agent, all the records of the car, in and out is complete

[@daxsembrano9343]

by the way, I am working in volvo brunei as service advisor supervisor

[@evenkoh]

Anyway can add original 360 into the car?

[@ultimussslol1558]

Nice plate, and a good decision for buying a XC90.

[@caponekartel]

I like this Volvo esp in silver...I will get this one

[@yatali2085]

I am thinking of the older model xc90. I love the boot lip (is that what you call it?) the one when you open it becomes like the picnic bench. I feel this new one has too many gadgets.

[@samteller7998]

Bobby can you please make a video about hybrid batteries, how long will it last?how much will it cost? Especially on high end cars. Can’t seem to get any info online.

[@deepakpillai6082]

I too have a XC90 without the 360 degree cameras. Would you know any way to install them (after the expiry of the warranty)? Is it even doable in the first place? Very sore as I was only informed of the fact that it came with the rear camera when the car was delivered.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

What i heard is that there's no way it can be installed as the wirelooms are different. Dont worry, we are better drivers. Haha

[@cheuman1]

"Volvo for Life" you got caught with it for life 😝

[@rickrochel8170]

Agree 😊

[@ghaus7302]

Hi Bobby , can yoy make the comparisons between XC90 and Audi Q7 ? Thanks.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Q7 is slightly quiter, handles and rides slightly better. Slightly better built too. But everything else, the Malaysian specced T8 Inscription is far better specced and handsomer.

[@ghaus7302]

Bobby Ang I agreed. XC90 is more handsome , practical and worth buying.

[@772gtrplayz]

Bobby, your view pls. 2017 T8 Xc90 or 2015 Porsche cayenne ?

[@Frejborg]

Enjoyed your review. Greetings from Canada. Love Volvo.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Thanks!

[@TOPSK2015]

Looks very smooth when passing bumps. Full digital dashboard is a joy to look at. But how much the annual costs for service when warranty expired?

[@danialzac400]

very nice car. but does it have paddle shifter. i remember u dont like cars that doesnt have one.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Im ok with cars that doesnt have one. But i love cars with paddle shifters.

[@thiamhoeooi4093]

How much different for fleet unit? Maybe i can wait for xc40 fleet unit...haha

[@andyloohc]

Hi Bobby, just gotten a xc90 t6 r design. What are your thoughts on installing a front strut bar. Kindly advice

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Go ahead. But what was the reason?

[@andyloohc]

@@BobbyAngmalaysia I was thinking the strut bar may stiffen up the car, less body roll.

[@HOng-jv6to]

Is there a button to disable the start stop function? Bmw phev doesnt have that.. esp when low batt is very annoying the car engine keeps on n off.

[@tantikhan510]

Hi Bobby, by looking your review on xc90 this car strongly I will consider for family car. Sorry for asking, through your experience driving this car do you have problem with braking system?...bcos i saw some review of xc90 t8 mentioned sometimes the brake system is become like 'artificial' whereby the system control it instead of driver... Do you experience that during your driving?

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

PHEVs will engage the regenerating braking in day to day driving, the calipers only activate towards the last part of stopping the vehicle. So the sensation is a bit weird when you first drive a PHEV. But it only takes a week to get use to. As for my car, after the first service, they updated the software and now the brakes feel more natural. I super recommend this car considering it enjoys hybrid incentive hence you are literally buying it at half the price.

[@tantikhan510]

@@BobbyAngmalaysia tq for the info...

[@henryee]

Bobby, you said you are a cheapskate, hahaha, I even more advanced than you, I will wait for 5 years and buy it for half of the price. Just kidding, I would love to drive a Volvo. Would get it if the price is right.

[@yeaabuddy8929]

Haha enjoy your non warranty drive.

[@beslemeto]

Sir i really love this car,but i've heard that they are not that reliable.Are you happy with that car and what you think about the reliability?Thanks!

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Let's put things into perspective. European luxury cars are more complicated than regular non-canbus mass market cars. Hybrid cars are more complicated than combustion engine cars. A plug in hybrid car is more complicated than an electric car and a combustion engine cars. So in that respect, the XC90 T8, the BMW X5 xDrive40e, Mercedes C350e etc; these are all highly complicated cars. As for the reliability, mine is perfectly fine over the years. Have i heard issues from some owners, yes, mostly software related. But amongst plugin hybrids, so far Volvos have wayy less issues than BMW or Mercs from what we gather. So I can safely say please go ahead. Remember the SPA platform debuted in 2015, and over the past 5 years, there hasn't been any big global recalls or issues faced by owners unlike that of Nissan's Xtronic, Ford and VW's quality issues etc. So yeah, go ahead and enjoy it like I did.

[@rsii83]

Bobby, I am comparing q7, prado & xc90. I am sure you are going to say Volvo. What do you think of others manufacture which I mentioned compare to xc90?

[@terermate]

GREAT CAR REVIEW SIR XC90 VOLVO

[@wengfongcheah]

Congratulations on your new car bobby but did you still have the s4?

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Yupe. Still with me.

[@Calmfries]

What is that small square tag on the bottom right of windshield on the driver’s side? *saw it in the video already*

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Oh that's my name card. It's always there one haha

[@papoopa5800]

Lovely review Bobby. I'm buying the new S60 T5 inscription when it comes to my country. However, I'd like to know if I can get optional retractable window sunshades in my car. Can I get that feature on the S60 or is it only on the more premium Volvos? Thanks.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

I'm not sure .... by right it should come with it ...

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

i watched my review of the new V60 and couldn't see the sunshades tho ...

[@papoopa5800]

Thanks for the reply. Yes, they should because ive seen them in the A4 and 3 Series but not in the V60 or S60. Which is quite upsetting.

[@zhen19922]

miss these reviews bro

[@zorosama1607]

How about an Audi Q7 ? Isnt that a good family car with 7 seats and spacious ?

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

It is. Just that for Malaysia, specs vs price is incomparable to Volvo

[@powerst33r]

+Bobby Ang is 11.5L / 100km your typical fuel consumption? Do you run it in EV mode or simply pure hybrid?

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

10-13 depending on how i drive...

[@powerst33r]

7.69~10 km/L, you driving it hardddddddd huh :D

[@izzizz946]

How bout the bettery consumption for long distance. Coz not many places to charge it

[@jeeryte734]

For those that has actually bought and drove the XC90, how long does it take for you guys to get used to the turning signal stick on the left hand side instead of right?

[@asrulsafwan7378]

Hi Bobby, do you know how much is hybrid battery cost? In case it need to be replaced after warranty period expired.

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

About rm40k. But car makers in malaysia always help to compensate some of the costs

[@asrulsafwan7378]

@@BobbyAngmalaysia Thanks a lot Bobby. 40k seems acceptable for the car that might cost 700k without tax exemption.

[@danielchye1464]

What is fleet unit? Mind sharing

[@BobbyAngmalaysia]

Those that they register for management or for media or test drive or events.

[@leowe.y1959]

mind sharing the cost of a fleet unit ,and is it available to the public ?

[@johanjohn88]

Yeah keen to know also

[@petemorbius3936]

congrats! and congrats also on 36k+ fans. VIP BIG

[@kluklukluklukluklu1716]

Hi Bobby, I know this video is old and you have sold your Volvo but I have one question though about the pilot assist. Did it work good on our roads and highways?

[@gfchai08]

Bobby , XC 90 can carries 4 GOLF SETS at the boot ?

[@raymondmanipal1]

HOW IS THE VOLVO SERVICES NOWADAYS? CAR WILL SEND TO SERVICES CENTRE FREQUENT FOR SMALL SMALL ISSUES?

[@chincwcn]

still deciding whether to buy a BMW X5 or Lexus RX350. will be buying this Volvo xc90 instead. does it comes with run flat tyre options?

[@EverythingMOTO2020]

Hi bobby thanks for the review..loved the xc90. My concern is on the hybrid battery life. How long is the battery warranty and how much will the battery performance depleted over time? I am looking at our smart phones that have a good battery life for the first 2 years before it just run out of juice half the time when new...will this cx90 batt drain twice as quickly after 5 years? Reason being, likw you mentioned, to take up 9 yrs loan on cars...that is ok if you plan to keep the car forever like your s4..but if you plan to change car every 5 yrs then you will need to top up money just to get rid of it

[@steveyang2621]

Thanks for the review , we all know Volvo is a good car , but everyone warned me about the after sale service part of this brand, what’s your comment on that ?

[@tomeng9520]

Great car choice B, you never want to sell it.

[@fuchingsiang]

I see that you live in a condo, does it have charging points? Otherwise what was your thought process / decision making towards getting a plug-in hybrid vehicle?

[@GRUPOKHORFAN]

Please i need your help, ive been offered 2 used xc90 's the first is a 2019 with 30,000km carfax clean and the second is 2021 with 5000 km also clean carfax, which one will you recomend? thank you

[@khairulanas8801]

Great choice Bobby!

I was looking at the XC-90, but even built in Malaysia, it is ridiculous expensive in Thailand.