The 2025.5 Volvo XC90 Is A Hybrid Family SUV That Symbolizes Swedish Excellence

[@davidxavier1396]

ROB KILLED IT!! Excellent amazing job!!

[@PsychicMedium4747]

Rob you killed it dude. Rooting for Rib 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉. It shows that if you believe in yourself anything is possible.

[@PierreJacoub]

I like Rob’s reviews!

[@darrenh5745]

Driving my 4th Volvo since 2015, still has 0 issue so far. Great cars and quality! Can’t wait for the XC60 to have the same update and it will be time to change to the 5th one.

[@almassengale]

I would hope that you wouldn't have problems if you are changing that often. Thats just 2.5 years per car!

[@johnmartin7158]

Safest cars in the world.

[@johan21678]

I've had two Volvo's and one Audi during that time period. Same experience as you, zero issues with the Volvo's, but the Audi was always something.

[@christianacosta3776]

Great job Rob! Some of the takes were pretty funny.

[@michaelgarvin8621]

Nice Review Rob👍 Keep up the good work 👍👍

[@jimj2683]

Sweden is so dark during half of the year, that you do not want to tint the windows. Otherwise your passengers will have a bad view out.

[@ryanwolff3774]

Atta boy Rob well done!!

[@josephperry6990]

Omg great work, Rob! Sofyan is amazing, but it's great to see you review too.

[@redskins5926]

Great review by Rob, also as an AVgeek loved the beginning. Wouldn't mind more aircraft content if you guys run out of cars to review :)

[@rahulkrishnan931]

I noticed that the car was equipped with Pirelli PNCS tires that have foam inside them, which provides better sound insulation from road noise. Great job, Volvo! I look forward to upgrading my 2021 XC90 T6 to the 2025.5 XC90 T8!

[@LlyleHunter]

I could have sworn that I saw Michelin written on the sidewall

[@rahulkrishnan931]

​@@LlyleHunter you are right! T8 's have Pirelli and non PHEV versions have Michelin.

[@cornbread70s4]

Look @ Rob!!!!! Great great great review!!! Love the intro especially….

[@YananoBere]

"Old and decrepit... old and decrepit" 🤣🤣🤣. Lovely work Rob!

[@joeylara4]

Amazing job rob!!!

[@TalismanPHX]

Excellent presentation, Rob 😊

[@ericrojas1476]

Great job Rob!

[@nawercar1]

GREAT JOB ROB!!

[@jasonknowledge8824]

Volvo has an insane new safety tech that makes the vehicle really stand out from the crowd.

[@karacha]

Great review! The car looks good, hopefully XC60 and XC40 will follow soon. I like almost everything about this; the "tablet" needs to be better integrated -- this is Volvo after all. At least the operating system looks much better now, so that's a start. This car is going to look nice 10 years from now, in a typical elegant Volvo fashion.

[@christianbryant5617]

They kinda took design cues from Mazda.. the rims look like CX70 ones and the lateral portion of the headlights resemble the 90.

[@dannyp9033]

Way to go rob! ❤

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Sure! Hybrid family SUVs are fuel-efficient, spacious, safe, comfortable, tech-savvy, and offer good performance.That sounds like a cool choice! Hybrid family SUVs can be a great option for a mix of space, efficiency, and eco-friendliness.

[@naveenthemachine]

Who cares about efficiency at this point

[@Ryan2022]

And enough with the Eco nonsense, no one believes it anymore

[@johnmartin7158]

If you can afford.

[@idoubleu2959]

Hey that’s me at 10:16!

[@antonwoodfork2894]

Great Job!!!!❤❤ This Review...

[@Ma89644]

Oh my god! We need Rob to have a separate flight review channel please

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

I love your vids & I can't wait to test drive this.

[@JremV]

Great video! When can we expect the 2025 odyssey review?

[@LlyleHunter]

Great review Rob. I think it looks great in denim blue and I want my next car to be a blue car. That particular red looked great by but I’ve had a red car and I really want a blue car and I know I look good in denim blue and I loved the three Volvos that I’ve had .

[@suzychu1372]

Will the windows come with the standard tinted look in the US? Not sure I like that there’s no privacy tint especially in the rear cargo area

[@777jones]

Looks good outside, but the interior screen is not an elegant solution. I don’t know why automakers including Mercedes think it is okay to tack an iPad to a dash. A premium automaker should not settle for this type of solution. Buick doesn’t settle for that. I don’t think Hyundai does. Design a modern dashboard.

[@Kurre.]

All new Hyundai cars have huge iPads that are less integrated than this one

[@krane15]

The venerable 747. I remember reading about its development in Popular Science magazine in grade school. Its gone through many avionic upgrades and engine improvement over the years, but still couldn't keep pace with more fuel efficient engine designs and finally had to throw in the towel to more cost effective twin engine designs, It just couldn't keep pace, despite it extra large seating capacity. Wonder what the president will be flying next, since Boeing no longer builds anything that large anymore.

[@CarsandTechInfo]

2:27 The name of this color is Bright Dusk

[@oompa02]

Would have been much better if they had increased the battery size to get more electric mileage out of it. Current owner of a XC60 Recharge and loving it. Just wish I could get more than 35 electric miles from a full charge. Oh, and it's a shame they don't have wireless Carplay.

[@paulsimonsson]

2nd row actually slides foward a fair bit, so accessing 3rd row is easier than video shows. Thanks for the review otherwise.

[@danelhouseofel7634]

@9:19 i think he meant to say "deploy the shin splitter mechanism" LOL

[@aye3678]

Good looking car.

[@beri232]

YOu forgot to check for the “non-descript” horn!😂

[@auronedgevicks7739]

imagine using that infotainment screen in 2030

[@phxpaul]

In the review you I correctly identified the auto hold as auto stop/start defeat.

[@MarkR973]

Is Volvo providing any kind of discount on these cars when purchased or leased?

[@tae912]

9:19 this sums up the whole car without all the fluff talk. 😑

[@RobertMayfair]

It’s so handsome

[@ItsAlive111]

1:01 most trusted?!?!?! Where did this come from?!?!

[@marcg.3830]

It’s probably in reference to safety.

[@mustasheolll2020]

It’s beautiful except for that center stack

[@hepcap]

Luxury to me is a push button driving mode. Certainly not tapping on an ipad to instruct it whether I want electric, gas or hybrid.

[@shanewilfon6860]

This guy looks just like Terminator 2 guy

[@Croatian-1989]

Can anyone give more insight on the B5- B6? I know the B5- B6 began to roll out in 2023. What concerns me is the complexity of the engines, hybrid with a turbo and supercharger. Are there any high mileage B5-B6 engines out there?

[@martinlarsson538]

I have a 2021 B5, in a XC60 though. almost 60000km on it so not really high. But it's not that much more complex, I think it mostly help starting up the engine and make start stop feature useable. It also help to spool the turbo a little bit and in theory Volvo claim that it will lower consumption in traffic slightly I think. B5 and B6 is same engines, B5 got turbo and B6 is turbo and super charged.

[@cbotten106]

This or the BMW X5 plug-in hybrid? I'm thinking BMW would be the one to get based on CR rankings but this looks quite nice too. The Lexus TX 550h+ would be in that mix too. It seems like the plug-in luxury SUV market is really starting to heat up!

[@mustasheolll2020]

Does this mean the Dodge Ram is now an Italian truck?

[@cbotten106]

Stellantis....yes!

[@roysmith4953]

195” is the length of an X5. An X7 is 10 inches longer [194” vs 204”].

[@h79guf]

Waiting for LiDAR tech in XC90. Why the delay?

[@tobias_dahlberg]

Probably not going into the PHEV/ICE, only the EX90 and other fully electric models going forward.

[@MarkR973]

Volvo doesn't provide an electric adjustable steering wheel due to safety issues with electrically adjustable steering wheels. You can get trapped behind the wheel ... btw the air suspension is optional on the B6.

[@OneHungLee]

I’d rather by a Porsche Cayenne Coupe!

[@flandrescarlet486]

Somehow has some Nissan vibe in it

[@matthewchau2481]

the frustrations are real lol

[@Hercegovac.1]

Have you ever seen a grill on a new BMW X3 2:00 ??😅

[@mattspeer01]

Volvo’s build quality and reliability have been in the shitter for the better part of a decade. Every single year they are ranked in the bottom 5 of all manufacturers for reliability with zero improvement over time. Pathetic.

[@newswanofficial]

always complaining…

[@justinstiff5641]

I know and I owned two Volvos, in 86 model and an 89 model and both were incredible cars. My 1986 had over 480,000 miles on it and I gave it to a homeless person and I have no idea how long he drove it. Somehow I blew a hole in the piston on the 89 model at 288,000 miles. The 89 made a lot more power with a V6 and the 86 had a inline 6 that was like a tractor engine with about 90 horsepower but they were really cool looking. Leather seats, sunroofs, mag aluminum wheels which weren't common in the 80s. I've always wanted to buy another one but I'm big on doing research before I purchase anything. My research and intelligence tells me otherwise

[@chrism869]

Stop capin

[@Jumperman12mac]

The issue is China owns them now unfortunately. Any Volvo I'd look at would be before 2015.

[@TW-bq2ve]

@@Jumperman12macthey would be dead without the Chinese, perhaps that means they were not doing good before the Chinese? Also I think Volvo’s able to kept its engineers and management, just taking money from that Chinese company to keep alive. Seems really easy to blame everything on the Chinese nowadays, reminds me of the good old days when Russians were the source of all kinds of problems.

[@pgilb70]

Swedish or Chinese? Both?

[@gregpacot8888]

Swedish

[@joelbolton7252]

Built in South Carolina.

[@redwhite_040]

at least data and profits go to China

[@mustasheolll2020]

I’d say both but Swedish leaning

[@millsykooksy4863]

I think it's bright dusk

[@florinvid]

Are those taillights the same as last generation or what's going on here? Don't tell me Volvo did that mistake.

[@LeprechaunGinger]

He really doesn’t look that fat for an American!

[@newswanofficial]

for an american

[@christianbryant5617]

Nobody thinks Americans are fat.. that’s an outdated and inaccurate jab against them just because they created McDonalds. It’s irrelevant.

[@shanewilfon6860]

Or gay😂

[@Slowwagonftl]

@@shanewilfon6860he’s not gay

[@Slowwagonftl]

@@shanewilfon6860who said he’s gay tho

[@9trf690]

I would rather go Mazda cx90 or 70! Way more luxurious and modern looking and also $30,000 less. Volvo is outdated. Buick is even more luxurious looking than Volvo these days…

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

Few complaints 1: incandescent bulbs? 2: no tinted 2nd row and 3rd row windows? 3: 3rd row is not power operated? And it also doesn’t have straps to easily fold the seats up from the cargo area? 4: if I just stand in the middle of the back area, and press the tow hitch button, my leg is gonna be severely injured. What a stupid design. Conclusion: So much cost cutting for a luxury 3 row SUV.

[@Ryan2022]

None of that matters it’s sustainable anyone who doesn’t drive one is a morally bankrupt person

[@tobias_dahlberg]

Tinted windows are an option on most European spec vehicles.

[@paulsimonsson]

Prefer no motors myself, just another thing to break and also is slower than a easy handle. Tinted window is optional.

[@nissanhonda25]

destroys the mdx

[@JonathanChow180]

Wow!

[@johndiaz4663]

How does my Camry have a bigger screen then this lol 😂

[@NuclearVee]

WHERE IS SOFYAN?

[@naveenthemachine]

This is still the best in the segment.

[@HealthyCriticism]

yuck, capacitive touch steering wheel buttons.

[@johanmarnfeldt5262]

The grill is a V.

[@HenryRoss-wu4lo]

[@blee3ee]

why reward automakers keeping old aging architecture?

[@hilariofajardo7591]

What happened to the other guy?

[@safdarakbari]

This cabin and seating space is not for 6 or 7 people.

[@cbotten106]

Slender people and some can even have legs!

[@hugdeath929]

The materials look nice but the interior and exterior design look dated. They look like they’re from 12 years ago. The driver’s display looks dated and the infotainment looks like it needs to be updated as well. The large glass roof helps to make the cabin look brighter. The rear of the center console looks nice. Thank you Volvo for the bench seat option! That 2nd row seat doesn’t move forward enough for 3rd row access. Like in so many “three row SUVs” that third row is laughable for adults. This wouldn’t work for me as a 3 row suv because of that 2nd row. I want a vehicle that can seat adults in that 3rd row.

[@rahimi4762]

They are. This was the best interior that why it’s lasted soo long. I do t want a nightclub disco like the Germans. Don’t want a PlayStation on wheels. I’m good on that. Keep it classy and sophisticated

[@mustasheolll2020]

Eh, still a really good looking car 🤷‍♂️

[@paulsimonsson]

2nd row moves forward, reviewer missed this. 3rd row recommended for max 170cm.

[@hugdeath929]

@@rahimi4762 😁

[@hugdeath929]

@@paulsimonsson Ouch.

[@360milliondollars]

Since you so close to Denmark you may be looking at the North Sea going out towards the Atlantic Ocean..]

[@benrhoads6406]

instead of Sofien.....so brutal.

[@elite4916]

Infotainment screen and where it's positioned.....PASS VERY UGLY

[@marianoherrera6038]

Doesn't it look like a Chinese car? Lol

[@mustasheolll2020]

I agree, it’s more function than it is form

[@mustasheolll2020]

@@marianoherrera6038A little tbh

[@mustasheolll2020]

@@marianoherrera6038It looks like a Subaru

[@marianoherrera6038]

@@mustasheolll2020 Subarus look better because they are non pretentious unlike this ...

[@rinbine2713]

It's not Swedish. It is Chinese-style. It's been a long time since China acquired Volvo. How can you still say it Swedish? If you don't trust me, ask ChatGPT.

[@cbotten106]

ChatGPT called and wants you to stop name dropping.🤣 BTW, to quote AutoWeek, "Production has begun in Gothenburg, Sweden, and US deliveries (of the 2025.5 refresh) start in January." So the vehicle identification numbers, VIN, of these will start with YV (Swedish origin) instead of an L (for made in China) . The EX90 (EV variant) will be built in South Carolina with the Polestar 3 and the VINs will reflect that too.

[@rinbine2713]

@@cbotten106 Owner is China. According to your logic, does that mean if Toyota produces cars in the U.S., they become American cars? Idiots.

[@rinbine2713]

@@cbotten106 According to your logic, does that mean if Toyota produces cars in the U.S., they become American cars? Would you say that Toyota is an American car manufacturer? Volvo owner is China.

[@andrease3394]

@@rinbine2713 Volvo Cars is listed on the Stockholm stock exchange so if you want to own it you can buy some shares.

[@johnmartin7158]

You’re using a Chinese cell phone, Genius.

[@asclepj]

current one looks better. This looks like a Cadillac.

[@chispas109]

Swedish or Chinese?

[@ahaanmanasiya3811]

Why are you posting at midnight

[@electrikoptik]

Embargo lifted

[@ahaanmanasiya3811]

​@@electrikoptik???????you mean

[@dorado0359]

Seriously antiquated

[@ЕвгенийХопрянинов-в2ъ]

VOLVO♂

[@coolandmellow]

Outdated the infotainment looks embarrassing like a photo frame from 2003 or an AliExpress Chinese touchscreen tablet

[@brotherdaveseattle2791]

Swedish excellence? Huh ?

[@mustasheolll2020]

I’m a little iffy cause they are owned by Geely which is a Chinese car company

[@4U2.]

Geely , China

[@rahimi4762]

Is a Holden an American car? Let that sink in

[@mustasheolll2020]

@@rahimi4762Possibly American influenced as they were owned by Americans

[@phxpaul]

I have a ‘23 XC90 Ultimate. Never again. When the lease is up, it’s going back. And I’d say Polestar is not a possible alternative. Too similar. Most of the issues are with the infotainment system. Just a stupid design. Too many controls buried in menus instead of knobs or buttons Hopefully this new design is better. Yesterday, no matter what xm station I was tuning would stop and the play symbol would show up. Press play and the radio would start streaming again. Only to stop again in a minute.

[@justinstiff5641]

Sophieon sounds sick in this review lol. By the way I don't know how to spell Sophie on

[@justinstiff5641]

Maybe somebody could correct me please 😊

[@gregpacot8888]

Sofyan

[@justinstiff5641]

@gregpacot8888 Thanks 👍

[@mustasheolll2020]

Swedish but not 100% so

[@Nestle245]

That screen looks terrible worst I've ever seen. You can tell it belongs in the center console like it used to be not on top of it.

[@ubiased23]

I have read the consumer reports on the Volvo Xc60 and xc90. Unfortunately, both of these vehicles are unreliable.

[@cbotten106]

Yes, but they got decent road test scores.

[@MatusMacej]

You don’t speak Finnish, you’re in Denmark and Sweden, and you’re unsure what ocean it is-are we witnessing a sequel to Dumb and Dumber?

[@Ryan2022]

Your comment makes you seem dumb

[@ChuongNguyen-up9fy]

Never compare Boeing reliability to Volvo. Volvo doesn’t have any

[@mattspeer01]

@@ChuongNguyen-up9fy lol, so true. Volvo is the worst, complete junk.

[@sdarryl10]

@@mattspeer01…near the worst for sure.

[@AT-nq6cu]

Boeing practices murder for profit, Volvo does not.

[@matthewchau2481]

Not an Airbus fanboy but Boeing isn't that great either (ie Max series)

[@auronedgevicks7739]

made in China. come on man

[@volvo_kristian]

Made in Sweden actually 😂

[@rahimi4762]

Volvos are great vehicles. Ppl who never drove one are hating

[@joelbolton7252]

@@rahimi4762 I agree as a multiple owner

[@mattspeer01]

@@rahimi4762 I have driven multiple Volvos and they are abysmal. Pure garbage. Overpriced, poorly built, and super unreliable. Always at or near the bottom of every annual reliability survey.

[@mustasheolll2020]

Volvo are actually pretty nice, they have that homie vibe to them