I Get Hands On With The 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge: Is It REALLY Worth Over $80K?

[@yes8032]

This car is ageing well it’s still beautiful after all these years

[@lariosfregosoify]

Exactly, they should leave the design untill others catch up maybe give it 4 more years

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@lariosfregosoify I think it's time to update. But it will continue to be produced alongside the restyled version because the restyled car will be EV only.

[@lariosfregosoify]

@@benjaminsmith2287 thats not a bad thing, I was just wishfully hoping and that’s kinda nice of them.

[@stewartstarling2309]

I have a 2019 T6 inscription. My second XC90. My first being the 2005 V8. I absolutely love them. And will always drive a XC90. Volvo for life.

[@TD-zc4zi]

Same. Had a 2017 Inscription, then flipped into a 2020 R-Design. Great cars.

[@fabulousprofound]

How is the reliability? There is so much going on powertrain-wise…

[@laceystonerock6609]

Thank you Nathan for showing us the 3rd row. That's why we pay you the big bucks. We salute your sacrifice.

[@aarone1000]

I love Volvos they know how to make their cars not age.

[@grayhawkjl947]

Nice review, we bought one of these this year. Overall, we love it! My only gripe is the charging system isn’t great at keeping the hybrid battery at a reasonable and usable level on its own. You have to manually select a charging mode. I wish it worked more like a traditional hybrid in that way.

[@realNikoCousin]

I struggle with this too but what you should do is just drive it to battery empty. It will behave like a traditional hybrid this way.

[@new_nonsense]

I just got myself a CPO 2018 XC90. Traded in my 2016 Explorer. I absolutely love it. It is so comfortable, quiet, smooth, and loaded with features. The seats are pure luxury. Now I know what European luxury feels like.

[@sanpk1545]

The T5 is a great choice. You can get most of the features of the more expensive models and all of the safety features ( which was a major selling point for me). I own a 2018 T5 and the vehicle size is just right for my usage. The third row is fine for kids and adults 5’5” or under. So if your target user base for the third row is mostly adults, then yes, there are better options. Also, the T5 might seem underpowered if you regularly have 5+ passengers. If you need a 5 seater, with 2 extra seats for occasional usage, the T5 is a really good blend of safety, practicality, comfort, and value.

[@TheArtofDisruption]

Absolutely the most comfortable car I’ve ever owned! Best. Seats. Period.

[@TheArtofDisruption]

@@pendeltonking4797 oh, okay....

[@benilk5716]

I really don’t care about Volvo‘s. I am just here to see Nathan checking it out

[@roybarmo7379]

always nice to see nathan, for me it is not only the content but the presenter, all tfl grp represent the best of the best in this business, but nathan is ❤ for me. keep up the good work

[@LukeEdward]

My mother just got out of an Audi, into the Volvo. Nothing but raves about the Volvo. Thanks for the review Nathan. More folks should know about these quality, comfortable vehicles.

[@yes8032]

I would have kept the audi

[@jordanblankjordanblank4603]

I'm going to be honest, I'm not a huge car person, but I'm watching a lot of KZbin reviews and decided to subscribe based off your third row sampling. I really enjoyed watching that segment.

[@TheDefenderSisu]

Best deal with Volvo is to buy it with the overseas delivery option, you get it cheaper and a two week vacation included. They fly you and your partner out to Sweden in Business, pick you up at the airport, put you in a nice hotel for the night and give you dinner, the next day you get picked up and taken to the factory for your tour and suv pick up. After that they give you lunch and off you go to drive your suv for two weeks in Europe we got two more weeks of insurance added and had a great time, we went to eight countries, when we got done we returned it to the factory and they shipped it back for free to my local dealer in about a month. You will not be disappointed if you do this, there a no restrictions you an drive it even to Russia if you wanted too.

[@hakeemakanni9229]

Really?

[@juelsokoo]

Wow really

[@slandshark]

@@juelsokoo I just found out about the Overseas Delivery Program a couple of days ago. Pretty awesome offering! I'm planning a trip to Sweden/Norway for my family as a result. Get to pick up the car from the Volvo factory in Sweden, drive it around Sweden/Norway, return the car, fly home, and Volvo ships the car to your local dealership back home for pickup. Make memories in the car then keep it! Plus the discount on the car basically pays for the trip itself.

[@mon22ti]

Great video! Great break down on the fuel/electric usage. Thanks for showing us what to do with that booster seat. I have one in my 2021, but never knew how to use it. I agree the 3rd row is better suited for a smaller person, and I think the interior is much better in the momentous than the inscription. Thanks for posting!

[@donaldtuc]

Hey there Nathan, the Lincoln Aviator grand touring is an plug-in hybrid like this.

[@Nate-bm8vk]

Same with BMW lol. They make a plug-in hybrid X5. Definitely not in a class of its own.

[@sickjohnson]

Nathan doing the deep dive...this was a very good review!

[@zachpoffenbarger4188]

Doesn’t the Aviator come in a plug in hybrid model as well?

[@kaliman198117ify]

You're the man Nathan

[@davidlusk4350]

TFL, great overview of this Volvo . But could we see more of Andre, Casey and Nathan. Tommy does a great job but I think he is involved in too many of the videos alone. Really enjoy when Tommy is paired with someone else his jokes and knowledge really help videos flow for a fun watch. But your channel has a wide variety of talent, personalities, and informative reviewers. Why not spread around lil more . Not slamming anyone, just a random critique voicing an opinion. Everyone thanks for your work and diligence during these weird times. Loyal viwer since 2010 . Safe travels

[@slandshark]

To contrast, I'm 5'8" and when positioning both the driver's seat and 2nd row (behind driver's seat) for me, I found the 3rd row had tons of space (5 inches of knee room beyond my knee). Even with the 2nd row all the way back I still had an inch or two of leg room while the 2nd row passenger then had massive amount of room. Even when sitting in 2nd row with the 2nd row all the way forward I still had a couple of inches of room.

[@regsparkes6507]

I still would like to have my '88 740 wagon back,...but this one will do nicely. Maybe even the XC40, I'll leave the answer to why, for Nathan to review maybe later?

[@vc8160]

The 88 740 was good in the day, but it’s a very ordinary ride today. This xc90 on the other hand…..

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@vc8160 I agree. Not sure why anyone would want a 740 now. Volvos keep improving IMO. The only thing that's better with the old one is I guess it's easier to fix yourself if you are so inclined and the visibility in the older ones was better. Also, I did like the 5 and 6 cylinder engines. Outside of that, today's versions are just more refined and nicer cars.

[@Spoolingturbski]

I laughed really hard at the expectation of a new XC90 in the next 10 years, the last XC90 stayed around unchanged for over 14 years! Volvo isnt comimg out with anything new for awhile.. and you'll learn that its a good thing. Volvo builds a amazing product and holds on to it, allowing it to slowlyu evolve into something near perfect.

[@andrewdoyle1772]

New owners so hopefully they don't make that mistake. The old XC90 was so outdated and not appealing at all compared to rivals until this new model came out.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

Not true. The new Volvo Embla will be introduced 4Q this year and on sale in the USA. It's the new name for their large SUV and it will be EV only. Next year they'll introduce a small EV crossover and the year after another all-new EV crossover. There are a bunch of new Volvos coming and coming soon.

[@WW-wf8tu]

Great advice Nathan. :)

[@jnmaher1967]

I’d rather have the V90 station wagon.

[@HomeCinemaJunkie]

Are you sure? That model looks like it is rear heavy... they really screwed up the the lines...

[@vc8160]

@@HomeCinemaJunkie the xc90 makes the v90 obsolete and insignificant!

[@benjaminsmith2287]

Me too. Gorgeous luxury wagon,.

[@LanceEJones]

Love the wagon! I need the clearance of the XC90. Two beautiful machines. Horses for courses.

[@lanceripplinger8352]

Great review, Nathan! 😁

[@StgVirus1]

I want to see a comparison between this and Lincoln Aviator Grand Tour.

[@yipsiewkit6356]

No comparison .

[@Nickelectric]

Can I use regular gas

[@tomburton8239]

So it’s got 300BHP of petrol front-wheel-drive, and electric-rear-wheel-drive. So how was the torque-steer? And did you try accelerating hard while pulling out to overtake. Both are quite an exciting experience in this vehicle....

[@MarkR973]

We don’t see enough of him on video.

[@emilejacobs2m53]

How big are you! I have sat in the 3rde row of the Volvo and suddenly it looked very small

[@djsonfire0001]

Love the xc90's

[@matthewsgauge]

My Ram Limited 4x4 P/U gets 36 highway 19 city. My 2nd row seat reclines. My 3rd row is a 6 foot box.

[@g.r.2985]

Great review! Great jacket too… very YMCA of you!

[@davidschlingloff3426]

Well if I can get it for free from the Super Bowl promo then I think it’s worth it 😂

[@christopherrmcg]

The XC90 is going to be first with the SPA2 update next yr. The infotainment is so easy to use. I actually like how easy it is to use vs the new Google infotainment that’s in the XC40 T8, essential settings are just easier to access

[@matthelms4167]

I didn’t know the XC40 is available in a T8?

[@christopherrmcg]

@@matthelms4167 they call the new recharge electric XC40 a T8 because of the power output

[@dbird29]

'80s biker dude!

[@berkalper4742]

very handsome vehicle inside and out. is there an option without a third row?

[@shawnjordan5712]

Love the subtle power plant in the background . Find it hilarious they people think electric power is emissions free .

[@Rankidu]

Well, it depends. Most eu nations are going for over 50% of energy coming from renowable sources. It's not yet emission free, but it will get there in a few years.

[@vc8160]

Shawn it’s is emissions free…..as long as you charge it with solar.

[@shawnjordan5712]

Ahahaha yes I will spend a couple hundred K or more to install my own solar farm and energy storage system

[@slandshark]

@@shawnjordan5712 Depends on the state. I'm in Washington state, only 4% of our electricity comes from coal. 69.1% from hydro, 7.3% from natural gas, 8.5% from nuclear, 0.3% from solar and 9.6% from wind. It's very 'green' to drive electric here, as you can see.

[@autonewstv86]

Nice review!! The suv looks nice but the 3rd row is a no for me .

[@brly4542]

Ya agreed, really the only vehicles with useable 3rd row are minivans, and full size truck based SUVs, the rest are basically like back seats in a Mustang, there just in case

[@terrificspokesman7416]

@@brly4542 the land rover discovery has a good 3rd row

[@sphaera3809]

Agreed, I think the T5 and T6 are better choices. It was with those engines in mind that this car was designed. I still like it very much. I’m not sure what the next gen will be now that it is supposed to be built in the US... I hope won’t be one of those US only models from European manufacturers. I’m thinking VW Passat, Jetta and Atlas. BMW X3 and X5 are built here but for the global market (not US only).

[@benjaminsmith2287]

No, it'll be an EV but no special US model.

[@americandream_89]

We have one of these and love it. However we will not be buying another because Volvo is owned by China. Turn sport mode on then turn traction control off. 0-60 comparison between it an the aviator. Or drag race would be great.

[@kristians2704]

Is there any reason which videos are on this channel and then others are on the fast lane channel?

[@JogBird]

i think the tflnow are quicker produced, short takes, etc ... the better produced and edited longform videos are on the main channel

[@joshuagraham3222]

I really like that. However I don’t have a Volvo dealer in my town so maintaining it scares me.

[@eltonkingsley5617]

Can you not buy a BMW X5 45 PHEV in North America? I would think this would be a straight competitor to the Volvo, and has a better electric only range, not to mention the twin scroll turbo inline six cylinder which is one of the most smooth internal combustion engines in production.

[@matthelms4167]

We own several Volvo’s, an S60 and an XC40 with the T5 engines, and an XC60 with the T6 and Polestar tune. The T5’s are nice enough and perform well, but the T6 XC60 power train is very unrefined. I normally like mechanical noises, especially from inline 5’s, and 6 cylinder engines, but the T6 engine drones, hisses, vibrates, and is just unpleasant in operation. It is fast, but as a buddy of mine said, it can go fast, but it won’t like it. A 4 cylinder shouldn’t be pulling around 4,500+ pounds. I won’t own another one with this power train, and I’ll only continue getting Volvos if they continue with the stupid cheap lease deals with maintenance included because the product isn’t cutting it. I’ve had a lot of problems with my XC60, and may switch to a Lexus RX350 or Acura MDX. If Volvo would put at least a 5 cylinder in the heavier models - that would keep me in the family going forward.

[@pb3254]

So you need a mortgage to buy the new XC90 and you get rigid plastic backed seats, which is a big let down on a high end car. I'll stick with my older XC90 which has full leather seats and they are more comfortable too!

[@pattda1]

Great video, nice car

[@R.Nelson]

Morning Nathan 😎 watching your video n listening to AC ⚡ DC!!...Shoot to thrill....

[@MultiPurposeReviewer]

I love Volvo and the XC90, but do automakers legitimately think it's safe to have basically everything controlled by the screen? You can't manipulate the screen without looking at what you're pressing, which means you are forced to take your eyes off the road. I much prefer having 100% physical buttons and dials, because I can remember where the controls are and what they feel like. That way, I can manipulate what I want through muscle memory alone, without having to look away from the road.

[@rickyl3934]

I own the 2019 version and I can tell you when you’re driving you have a variety of shortcut buttons from the steering wheel. And I also had a Mercedes and that is far more counterintuitive.

[@slandshark]

I'm not sure if it's all XC90's, but there's also voice control for basically every feature of the vehicle using a single button on the steering wheel.

[@andrewdoyle1772]

What is with people getting into 7 seat SUVs and dumping on the space in the third row? It's clearly for little kids.

[@slandshark]

You'll notice that almost every reviewer is some huge person over 6'. I'm 5'8" and when sitting in the 3rd row with 2nd and 1st row seats set to where I like them, I have tons of space in the 3rd row, like 5+ inches of extra room. Even with the 2nd row all the way back I still have at least 2 inches of space in the 3rd row...and at that point the 2nd row passenger would have massive amounts of space too.

[@sp77775]

Haha “its gonna coming soon, all new xc90 in next 10 years” 🤣🤣

[@CraigSmith568]

Finally get to the place where I can buy a new vehicle and everything made I don't like. It gets worse every year too.

[@johngaudet6316]

This powertrain is Volvos first step into all EV.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

They have 2 all-EVs. A lot more are coming.

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Mom always said, if you have nothing nice to say...

[@djjr9803]

You forgot the BMW X5 45e

[@slingerriggin5226]

That infotainment system looks like it was installed by Car Toys.

[@smithjones1906]

Doesn't Chrysler make a minivan similar to this?

[@PL-mu1cp]

The new Volvo's just are not as good as the old ones. I had a 2003 S60, best car I ever owned, in the 15 years I had it 2003 to 2018) only 2 nights in the shop. My brother and his wife went through 5 newer ones in the 15 years, all of them had problems. After knowing the problems he had with all of his, I did not buy another Volvo, But I did give him my old S60 so he finally has a good Volvo.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

I find them better as cars. I have a 2002 s80 and yes, it's reliable. However, others have had nightmares with 1999, 2000, 2001 Volvos and earlier ones. Volvo reliability has always been hit or miss. But in terms of overall refinement and active and even passive safety, the new ones are better. Cars continue to improve.

[@111danish111]

Nice jacket.

[@jnmaher1967]

5,000 lbs of towing. For this price you could get two Honda Ridgeline

[@cpear760]

That third row test was painful to watch.

[@Sean-ug5bx]

There are several other luxury plug-in hybrids: BMW X-5e, Range Rover p400e, and Lincoln aviator is a plug in hybrid not just a hybrid. Lots of new competition!

[@hassanmohammad1082]

Can you believe i took Mazda CX9 over this! I had to do it because Mazda looks nicer in the interior than Volvo ☹️

[@tallesttreeintheforest]

is range rover worth 150k?

[@MichaelMiller-rg6or]

I love everything about that car except the way the center stack looks. I just can't get used to the interior styling.

[@debendragurung3033]

90 grand for this??? And they say Land cruiser is over priced.

[@D63-p7k]

Vulvul?

[@bradymayfield7969]

We, as a family, have owned multiple Volvos and I am still driving one. We recently went shopping for vehicles in this segment and found the Volvos (XC60 and XC90) lacking. It didn't feel as nice or comfortable as the Germans. We even tried going back and looking again at a different time and still no joy. Unfortunately, our 02 Ocean Race is probably our last Volvo. Too bad.

[@TD-zc4zi]

Air Suspension is awesome in our XC90. Seats are less comfortable than my 01 S60. But we’ve had the 2017 and now a 2020 and have had no comfort issues driving across North American with 3 kids in the car.

[@isaacthrupp6594]

I think you’re crazy. Literally everyone thinks they’re the best seats ever. I own a bmw and am leaning towards a Volvo next because of the superior comfort

[@coltonmarshburn1828]

A minivan is better if you’re regularly carpooling big people

[@AndrewLumsden]

Yet another video that gives absolutely no indication of the trunk space when both the rear rows of seats are folded flat. Total waste of time.

[@ktpinnacle]

You can buy a lot of electrons for $30K. The economics have to catch up with the environmental intentions.

[@bmwloco]

And Volvo is owned by Geely (worst scooter maker ever), a Chinese company. Just so you know. No agenda.

[@SegerGiesbers]

Only as an investor of course! Built and designed in Sweden.

[@bmwloco]

@@SegerGiesbers True. But still.

[@matthelms4167]

@@SegerGiesbers - our family’s 2018 XC60 T5 and 2019 XC60 T6 were made in China. Both had multiple brake rotor failures, serious tire wear, and the build quality are nowhere as good as the current S60 & XC40 we have. I think my Swedish 2009 V70 had better build quality.

[@slandshark]

@@matthelms4167 As far as I'm aware, Volvo doesn't manufacture any vehicles in China. They are made in Sweden.

[@Noah-ui1iu]

Nobody wants the T5 in that large of a vehicle

[@bettymaverick1098]

I wonder about the reliability of Volvo. Is it another BMW and Mercedes poor quality super high repair bills. And is in the shop most of the time.

[@blintzkreig1638]

Volvo is now owned by a Chinese company. FYI for those who may care.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

It's been 10 years. That company has done a great job financing Volvo. Way. better than Ford did when they owned Volvo.

[@fordboy17]

And the award for the most overly complicated drivetrain goes to.....

[@philtripe]

we may have reached the pinnacle of complexity for cars ... in the future there will be less moving parts

[@iibise.3827]

First

[@IKnewMickey]

Here's your 🥇

[@kenbearsley8322]

You're not big Nathan, just eat well. Volvo's are nice vehicle's. Hybrids are fine IF there are enough charging "stations" to charge them. Otherwise they really are pointless.

[@ornothopter188]

made in china Parent organization: Geely

[@ktpinnacle]

The XC90 is made in Sweden or malaysia

[@MaladroitMola]

Fifth

[@garyeisenzimmer1542]

Volvo is junk cost way to much last year for gas.car next year all ev cars 🚗

[@MatrixDiscovery]

Rip off

[@OrganicStuff1]

Might as well buy a Tesla ?