The 2021 Volvo S90 Recharge is an Exclusive Swedish Flagship Luxury Sedan

[@abdel1175]

It's crazy how this car was released in 2016 and still looks more modern than some of it's competitors.

[@jjax3661]

Facts same with the XC90, Volvo’s design language been aging like fine wine

[@yes8032]

@@jjax3661 exactly

[@insainllama]

Volvos have always aged pretty well, but their current design language is *chefs kiss*

[@matemayer4850]

its a great design inside out. The only thing they could improve on is the tail lights. Those don't look that great IMO.

[@Stan_sprinkle]

@@jjax3661 yeah I love the XC90 look

[@yes8032]

I love how this car aged soo well it’s hard to imagine it’s already 5 years

[@autonewstv86]

*These cars grew on me, I also didn’t realize how big they are*

[@von_9]

This cost around $100,000 in my country lol

[@weirdshibainu]

I've owned several Volvos and they are life savers in accidents, but I don't trust the complexity of the power train. I agree a nice straight six with perhaps a 48 volt assist system would have been a better approach.

[@Lucky8s]

Agreed. Volvo should engineer a turbocharged straight six or V6 for their larger cars. The 2.0T is fine for most of their smaller ones, like the XC40/60, and the S/V60.

[@weirdshibainu]

@@Lucky8s True. Now they've commited to an all electric future, so this might be there last ICE

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@Lucky8s They have already. They had turbocharged inline 5 and 6 cylinder engines. They dropped them. It was a company decision they made. The s60 had 5 and 6 cylinders in it and even the s40 had a turbo 5 in it when the 2nd gen came out in 2005.

[@FungusLabel]

It would be much less economical. They chose i4 + electric to save weight. i6 with electric motor doesn't make sense, even new C63 is 4pot + battery.

[@Lucky8s]

Modern Volvo design is stunning to look at. I hope they can keep it up (unlike Mercedes)

[@vomErsten]

If the C40 is any indication...nope.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@vomErsten The c40 is a chopped xc40. The real indication will be the next-gen xc90 due to be introduced next year.

[@vomErsten]

@@benjaminsmith2287 Architecturally, that is what it is. They took the effort to revamp the styling, however, and it is a distinct departure from the XC40 in that regard. To believe that isn't indicative of where they are going is naive.

[@730F-Sport]

This is how a Lincoln should look! 🔥

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Lincolns are avant-garde too

[@chrismadson9479]

Haha its funny you say that. I have a continental black label (white with Blue rhapsody) I actually love it and anyone who bashes it actually has not been in the top trim. Im picking up a S90 Rdesign t8 this week. The lincoln is classier but Volvos more high tech. I also have a 2020 v60, so not new to the modern Volvos. I will miss my conti, but ready for something differnt.

[@KhrissyDaDon]

I think Volvo does manual adjustment for the steering because of the safety engineering they did for the steering column, they engineer for safety in accidents.

[@cptmiche]

Every other automaker can make them safely.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

I think they should make them electric. It's time to do that. They can do it safely.

[@mho0]

@@cptmiche how do you know? I am pretty sure there is good reason behind that

[@cptmiche]

@@mho0 the good reason I'm willing to bet on is "money". Its way cheaper to make them manual. As for safety its pretty obvious, imo. You're replacing a manual lever with a motor. Both are behind an airbag, regardless.

[@mho0]

@@cptmiche I cannot proof you would be wrong :). I found this somewhere and so far I have believed it: "The manual adjustment is due to safety design. The engineers were not able to get the steering column and mechanisms to collapse out of the way in a frontal crash with an electronically adjustable unit, given wiring harnesses and connections. The manual column completely snaps and drops under, and out of harms way." That also indicates it is not only about airbag. Maybe Volvo figures out some day how to do it so that it satisfies their safety standards. I also believe that Volvo's internal safety standards are pretty close the best in the world ... but this feature would anyway be nice...

[@shellzenterprise]

The manual adjust on the wheel is because of safety. Power tilt steering wheels have a part under the steering wheel that's dangerous in accidents. Volvo is always safety first.

[@GustavoSilva-no6qp]

I'm in the car business myself and I love your reviews, I have learned so much from you throughout the years!

[@saudinhodzic3672]

Volvo needs more trims.. I wish you can get R design outside and Inscription inside..

[@nycupperes]

Gorgeous are and nearly impossible to find in the S90 T6 Inscription model. As someone who has owned Mercedes and BMW’s, I’ll stick with Volvo for equal comfort, powerful full efficiency and all those extras like Heads Up Display, sun shades, and elegant looks. Agreed, that they just need to tweak the roof about 1” higher and the rear passengers would be more comfortable. The legroom in the front and rear are outstanding, and this is a LARGE Sedan. Great review thanks.

[@rydog75]

Did he say the seats were “plushious”?! 😂

[@hellkitty1014]

Still an impressively designed car. Love the quirkiness and bucking of class norms. But being turbo/supercharged/hybrid/AWD...sure, what could go wrong!?🥴🤯 I hope they've worked on their reliability over the past 3-5 years.

[@sheilashineleofany822]

yes chinese tech rules

[@ghanamafia7199]

Volvos are forever cars. You buy one and keep it in the family.

[@tomasnordin9778]

As you said,the Chinese and the US version is 130 mm longer than the European market version.It looks way better in it's longer "costume".

[@devw538]

I honestly don't know why Volvo doesn't sell more! They make great cars!

[@unjaded2]

BECAUSE THAY ARE CHINA OWNED/ MADE GARBAGE

[@DigitalDissident]

Volvos are lame & look boring.

[@jjax3661]

@@DigitalDissident cap

[@yes8032]

@@DigitalDissident boring? Drive the s60 maybe that will impress you

[@user-hi1xc3pn1e]

Because They been known as having a poor reliability

[@baroneleve1196]

How's reliability? I m eyeing a 2021 model. I'm concerned about its turbocharged engine

[@musicmaniac68]

There's a reason why Volvo is in the bottom 10 of JD Power 2021 Dependability Rating.

[@Bus_171]

Volvo is the bed car I have a xc90 never broke down only for a car wash at the dealership

[@Ballista762]

King, Queen or Twin?

[@Bus_171]

@@Ballista762 shut up

[@DtownJ]

I used to work at Volvo & honestly the reliability is definitely taking a hit with all the new volvos. Other than that Volvo has it down. 👍

[@MrChadder007]

Is it anything in particular that isn’t reliable on them? Electronics or engine?

[@kluklukluklukluklu1716]

Must be since the starting of Volvo made in china tag.

[@MrChadder007]

@@kluklukluklukluklu1716 well they did cancel the merger with Geely. So they are staying independent from the China company with most NOT built in China.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@MrChadder007 Built in China or not doesn't matter. If anything, the built in China ones are better in quality than the Euro-built ones. They're mostly stamped by machine anyway. People need to get over the stigma of built in China. It's nothing new though. For years built in Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, even Japan many years ago was considered "junk." It'll change in time.

[@mho0]

@@MrChadder007 I have 15tkm with V60. So far no issues, but feel pretty perfect and well built car. Of course car is still quite new.

[@benpalitz9666]

Friendly Critique: When is redline reviews going 4K? The quality of the video is starting to show vs. other 4K car channels.

[@theredline]

We'll be ready to launch 4K by end of May! Stay tuned.

[@Mikey-cc2ny]

I thought u was the only one noticing it 😅😅

[@wendysremix]

4k is pointless

[@ashs3380]

Is 4K seriously that necessary?

[@TheBoneyardReviews]

I see what you did there.

[@limpunsing224]

I like this car from the time it debuted in 2016 but didn't like the complexity of its powertrain , I would be more interested now if it's a full EV

[@esaireyna899]

I’m happy Volvo has revamped the model lineup i know the S90 and the XC40 are new models but what’s the same is the dash, infotainment system, and the console and I was shocked that all model have a 2.0L 4 banger with a turbo and supercharger but simplicity is key for them and I don’t mind that…I’ll be listening to artists from Sweden like Abba, Avicii, Ace of Base, and whatever rock bands that hail from there

[@ewardbach8955]

This one is the best looking sedan.

[@RomanM803]

Best interiors midsize sedans. 1st Genesis G80, Mercedes E class 2 Volvo s90 3 Lexus es350 4 BMW 5 series 5 Audi A6 6 Jaguar XF 7 Lincoln Continental Cadillac ct6 8 Maserati ghibli

[@charlesttfr]

Couldn't agree more about the G80. Stunning car.

[@kamariblush]

Love my s90

[@mr.oshawottryana.m.1785]

The Volvo S90's grille design reminds me of that of most Mercury and Lincoln Sedans.

[@DisneyMusicVideos]

Still one of the most beautiful cars in the segment both outside & in. My only main gripe since these first came out was the engines. Should offer at least a 6-cylinder.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

Really, I think that's the major issue with the vehicle. People want smooth engines in this segment and a 4 cylinder doesn't cut it for many people in this segment.

[@nycupperes]

The T6 or B6 is the only engine offered and has more torque and HP than the BMW’s and Mercedes base engines.

[@DivaniKingston]

This car is amazing. I did pass on the T8 because I was skeptical of it. My T6 is about as fast now so it was worth it to just get the T6

[@chickenwarrior9991]

My dream car, just wish it was full ev

[@mavsguy842]

Volvo is notorious for lack of storage space. Their smallest vehicle, the XC40, arguably has the most, and most practical, storage space. The Bowers & Wilkins sound system is definitely worth the price, as are the massaging seats. Tick those boxes for sure.

[@fahimgodid4221]

Volvo is very strong car and the shape of concave of car front is new and very nice ٠

[@orangemarley5086]

Bro, can you please upgrade your camera. Your video looks crunchy and pixelated. Please the community needs this. We would rather watch you than a lot others that are out there.

[@theredline]

We're planning to finish upgrading our equipment by end of May. We will be switching to 4K at that time as well.

[@TheAfricanGist]

Just here to find out how well it stacks up. 😊

[@fj717]

😅😂

[@phatgringo2.0]

21 miles electric only? Wow that's amazing, my brand new $25k Bolt EV can do 10x that!

[@zianchen6179]

Just take it as a normal gas car. They put the electric motor on it for the incredibly insane 400 hp.

[@Scythes]

Well of course a fully electric vehicle will have longer electric range then a hybrid...

[@saudinhodzic3672]

Can your bolt go 0-60 under 4.8 sec and how big is it lol

[@bbtubi]

Stunning beauty

[@hot2warm]

Really considering this car, but I would surely miss the massive 20 cf trunk of my Ford Taurus. And no, a wagon or SUV is not an option.

[@user-jy7gc3fq9e]

My mom has this car but she has the 2019 version and I love it but something I don’t like about is that you can recline the seats from the back seat.

[@AbsoluteMdot]

Beautiful looking car

[@rodrigoreyes9000]

This car is a mechanical nightmare, and no car this size should be front wheel drive based

[@Trader-CL]

Great honest review! However I think you're nick picking a bit driving it like sports in Hybrid mode, which you mentioned this is not an issue if you've set it to Sports mode. Haha... But I think it would be good if Volvo could provide a User programmable button on the steering to allow immediate/emergency mode switch or whatever when needed instead of meddling with the screen everytime we need to do something.

[@tyresepalmer4732]

Recline reviews is a MUCH better reviewer then (That other guy). Very detailed and interesting in every video. (And I watch all of them) keep up the great work guys 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@darin6630]

Great review 👌

[@shimarinlogistics6616]

This thing has double wishbone front suspension, quite an unusual choice for a FWD based vehicle with a transversely mounted engine and transmission.

[@theyadmire511]

A lot of fwd transverse vehicles have double wishbone front suspension.

[@mavsguy842]

I wish Volvo would let you order an extended wheel base V90.

[@paulbikle3791]

Such an amazing car. The only week point is the 4 cylinder. That is the reason I did not get a Volvo

[@bneyens]

*weak

[@tyusrobinson9869]

Literally everyone else has a 4 cylinder tho......

[@paulbikle3791]

@@tyusrobinson9869 It is not their only option that is were Volvo went wrong and lost a lot of customers

[@normt430]

@@paulbikle3791 Now they are moving to EV only as will everyone else except the Asians.

[@kromahj]

@@paulbikle3791 most cars have i4 now. It about MPG now

[@normt430]

I'll keep the +40 miles battery range of my 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in that I got one-year for $37K with 575 miles on the clock.

[@MercOne]

Gorgeous car with a sewing machine engine.

[@Kwame_Citizen]

😂😂

[@bbtubi]

sewing machine with 400hp would be nice

[@MercOne]

@@bbtubi Pass. 400hp from a real engine is much better, smoother, etc.

[@carbrickscity]

This is yet another "tweener" instead of a direct competitor of the 5/E/A6 class. It's somewhat between that and the higher/larger 7/S/A8 class.

[@charlesttfr]

I don't understand the design of the back of the car. The front and profile are stunning but the design of the back is like from a different car. Weird.

[@caglioso]

If Sofyan thinks that infotainment is small then he’s out of his mind. Bigger screens are not the answer!

[@marcoulibarri5744]

I think he means compared to other manufacturers that are putting bigger screens.

[@cptmiche]

Over time you will learn that he has these little idiosyncrasies like that and his obsession with panoramic roofs and German cars.

[@theredline]

When all your competitors are going to 12" or larger, you can't help but notice the screen on the S90 to be looking a tad small. In the space, tech is extremely important!

[@techtim123]

I’m still impartial to my 2014 Hyundai Equus. I love the chrome kick plates!

[@XZAKLY99]

so exquisite

[@theprince6590]

Please do a review for the 2022

[@aritruths1452]

This design has aged very well. Its been around for a minute but still looks elegant. Dont really see to many on the road but its definitely a sleeper vehicle. Two bad all 2021 volvos and moving forwards including there polestar models will be limited to 114mph permanently. Kinda sucks!

[@benjaminsmith2287]

Yes. For clarification, Volvo Polestar models are limited to 114 mph. However, Polestar 1 and Polestar 2 Polestar models are not.

[@vomErsten]

Heico can lift that cap for you. Bigger issue is their atrocious transmission tuning and removal of shift paddles; completely ruins the sporting aspirations of the S60 all by itself.

[@matthiasmuller5173]

It is as you say. A good, comfortable car. But it is getting on in years, the competitors can do almost everything better, easier and are often also cheaper. Too little development at Volvo. It's not enough to just look good.

[@lukeheffernan]

Are the gauges that laggy in person?

[@shopwithaaron]

so long wondering powertrains would last reliably ...Still not liking the the half wood and plastic dash. Ready set redesign!

[@rothmyers1404]

I wanted to know does the hybrid battery handles well in hot climate weather ? I know in Houston, a few of the hybrid batteries would drain due to the heat/humidity.

[@ccvr6]

That instrument cluster looks a bit laggish. Especially upon start-up.

[@TheFillyFill]

Slow bloody slow lol. Spending time in the UK bro? Hehehe. Just teasing. Love the channel. Keep it up. Long time fan from NOVA as well. Would totally meet up one day to hang bro.

[@Opium64]

Yes please

[@Itsuhsikhworld]

Please review the Lexus is500 when it launches 🙏🙏🙏

[@adamsdailydriveway]

Spandex jeans? 🤔 great reviews tho

[@dmoney668]

Stunning

[@jayd8547]

Love them. I just can’t get with the engines. No 4-cyl should be both turbocharged and supercharged. It’s a ticking time bomb.

[@sat8540]

No wireless charging?

[@nicholascenci8808]

This car lost me at the engine start knob 😂

[@Irishmanbikes]

Are you going to do a review of the Defender 90??

[@HMoney25]

Volvo was the 1st to do a fully digital speedometer panel... 2015 was the year they introduced xc90 and the redesign for their line up. They also was the 1st to do hairline headlights. All other car manufacturers including the luxury brand copied Volvo's styling.

[@vomErsten]

Other cars have had fully digital gage clusters loooooong before Volvo. Like, decades ago. And more recently, the Fiat 500 had an all-digital cluster before Volvo.

[@gene978]

So bloody slow then he Laughs from all the power with the engine on as it’s intended to be used.

[@Natethegreat200c]

The interior of this reminds me so much of the 2015 Chrysler 200c with the real wood option. The two tone wheel with the white blonde and black, aluminum trim, and wood trim reminds me of a 200c a lot. However the Chrysler has a metal ring going around the wheel.

[@OCCollects]

Reminds me of a continental, I would take the Lincoln over this though. 3.0 TT awd is hard to beat.

[@JURASSICEDITS09]

Last checked they dont build the contanital any more. So the contanital is a irrelevant car

[@yes8032]

This looks better than Lincoln imo

[@marshallkelin1716]

I’m by no means one of those high displacement or more cylinder the better guys but something about a turbo/supercharged 4 cylinder is incredibly unappealing. Gorgeous looking vehicle inside and out though.

[@insidertrading1]

Dealers aren’t even stocking the S90 and V90s anymore and they offer heaps of incentives on the crossovers, not these. It’s like they don’t want to sell these!

[@adamsdailydriveway]

So for it being a 4 cyl, turbo, supercharged, elec motor and still only has 400hp?? Hmm no bad, but would assume it would be closer to 500k

[@deet4895]

These S90s depreciates like a stone thrown from the empire state building, you can get clean one owner low mileage examples for low 20k, the wagon version the V90, holds it's value better.

[@tapper701]

Volvo has a reputation for safety. Why then, have they done away with amber/orange rear turn lights on most, if not, all models ??? Much more visible than a red turn light. Nice looking exterior & the interior is exemplary ! Well done review Sofyan ... Slainte' ! Cheers !

[@vomErsten]

I recall reading that they did it for anesthetics. They thought Americans like the red better. Stupid, IMHO.

[@theMLBfan]

You kept saying it's Volvo's largest car when it's clearly not larger than the XC90. It's simply their longest car.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

That’s what he meant lol he mixes words sometimes

[@tbtreal]

His statements were correct. The S90 is Volvo's largest car. The XC90 is it's largest SUV.

[@theMLBfan]

@@tbtreal he specifically says it's larger than the XC90.

[@elliottmanning4116]

12:51 It looks like the right rear passenger has more controls to do other things.

[@oracleoptix]

You're definitely right on that, they have nearly 4+ or more buttons on their door versus the driverside-rear. I'm surprised he skipped providing the proper information about the full vehicle...I think he's loosing his touch.

[@mrtoneloc187]

What phone case do you use?

[@221ddj]

Beautiful car...I owned a 2017 version and it was a POS. Infotainment lags a lot and you have to go through the screen for seat heater and heated steering wheel. The manual tilt and telescoping wheel is more at home in a entry level Ford than a $65K luxury car. Reliability is also an issue with Volvos in general. Also, the twin charged engine is loud and pretty harsh when compared to 6 cylinder equivalents. The BW sound system is amazing and the car looks fantastic. Overall, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone...but I understand why people would risk it.

[@cman6474]

Oh god my grandmother has a Xc90. My dad is coming out of a 2019 Audi A8, and he’s thinking about one of the plug in hybrid S90’s. Hopefully it’s reliable.

[@natehiger410]

24:41 i think jag xf is not being discontinued

[@LondonHasFallin]

This engine is a mechanic's nightmare. Too many moving parts and breaking points.

[@JcLazy1]

It’s electric it’s going to cost you regardless.

[@WaywardAnalysis]

The lack of irritating exhaust noise is one of the best feature of this car along with the 1800W audio system. Don't get the NASCAR/ racetrack wannabees drooling over exhaust sound.

[@kidjayhawk]

How's the thunk?

[@firefighterslife8762]

200” isn’t midsize. That’s a full size sedan. It’s on the smaller end but full size nevertheless

[@dude5045]

Nice car but they will only sell like 8 units

[@NickGonsalves]

OCD triggered from leaves under the hood :-{

[@jeromerusselldemusicologist]

turbocharged/supercharged engine screams a lot of trouble... I would never go near...

[@williamdrijver4141]

Plus the battery pack, and electric motor and lots and lots of software....better lease and never buy such a car imo.

[@wagrj5738]

The BMW x7 s crystal shifter look the same as the one in my bathtub

[@ekbergiw]

No power tilt!

[@johnlightbody9942]

Volvo have been Chinese owned (Geely) since 2011.....

[@rinbine2713]

Now. Volvo isn't Swedish. Owner is China.

[@NyQuil.Relief]

It’s a great car but *WHEW THATS ONE LAGGY GAUGE CLUSTER*

[@franksun4017]

Is it me or does everyone thinks that Volvo just makes the same car but in different shapes. Not saying the design is bad tho.

[@theniceones1613]

*Cough* Tesla *cough* *cough*

[@franksun4017]

@@theniceones1613 At least plaid is much more powerful than regular model 3s. Volvo just use that same engine in every car lol.

[@theniceones1613]

@@franksun4017 your original comment has been denied

[@franksun4017]

@@theniceones1613 lmao, I’m not saying Teslas are making different cars by any mean.

[@carlpetetson5632]

Volvo "CARS" are owned by China FYI, not Swedish.

[@mrjean9376]

Where is the proof?? Where the official statement about that?

[@marco.morel04]

@@mrjean9376 www.google.com/amp/s/mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSTRE66S1TC20100802 Geely has owned Volvo since 2010 but only began refreshing the lineup in 2016. So any Volvo vehicle made in 2015 or older is Swedish, while any Volvo vehicle made in 2016 and newer is Chinese

[@AllRezo]

@@marco.morel04 made in Belgium

[@marco.morel04]

@@AllRezo Up until 2019, the Belgium plant couldn’t keep up with demand so they shifted production to their Chinese plant in Luqiao, China.

[@Scythes]

@@AllRezo S90's are built in China. The XC40 is built in Belgium

[@Babythinkbig]

Dude your LITTLE! that's why there so much space in the back seat.

[@NisuUuno]

the problem with volvo is that all their cars have the same drivetrains. kinda boring

[@OPC249]

That engine won't last 40k miles. Too much strain on a small 4 cylinder

[@johnlightbody9942]

Absolute nonsense. Talking regarding rubbish. 4 cylinder engines are easily capable of twice round the clock if cared for & looked after!! Not too mention far more economical then v6 & bigger gas guzzlers!