The 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 is Still a Desirable Electrified Family SUV

[@La-yt1wr]

That's definitely one of those cars that doesn't show it's age which is pretty rare to achieve.

[@v60polestar88]

Volvo has always done a good job at there design. Even the old V70 still look pretty modern

[@aye3678]

Agreed

[@chiemekaa]

The last Saab 9-5 like in your profile pic is also another example....at least on the exterior. Count on GM's shitty interior plastics and green gauge cluster font to ruin the rest.

[@hellkitty1014]

Yup. Amazing what happens when a carmaker does not follow "trends". No coupe-like roofline. No gaping maw. No crazy angles. Just honest-to-goodness Swedish charm and class.

[@lexmaximaguy8788]

5 years later still a gorgeous SUV.

[@sexymommakat]

I love my xc90

[@alsokameron]

@@sexymommakat i'm thinking of getting one it's either the new 2021 model or a used 2018-2017 model, have you had any problems with your xc90 i haven't really considered even buying a volvo until i saw one on the highway it was beautiful

[@chrisak49]

I wish you would show the Pilot Assist feature. When I drove an XC90 this year I loved that feature and it’s standard on every XC90 even the base model. It follows the car in front, stays in lane perfectly.

[@joelbolton7252]

I have loved the XC90 since it first came out in 2002. Having owned more than one, it is truly one of the most important SUV's in modern times, and its always about safety. I would love to own one of these, T8's and I hope more people get a chance to experience how nice they are to spend time in, especially for long journeys. Truly a special car, and the new model for 2022 will surely be a great follow-up. Excellent review Mr. Bey!

[@acsketch]

Just drove the xc90 t6 from California to Texas. Very impressive suv, so quiet and smooth with good power. Adaptive cruise control was excellent, made the trip less tiring. Didn’t have fuel anxiety.

[@WaywardAnalysis]

Well, this review has NOTHING to do with T6. T6 is just a regular ICE. This review is about PHEV version, the T8 Recharge.

[@timefly4221]

The only time I see T8 Volvo models is on KZbin car reviews. Dealers, at least in my area of the Northeast, never sell them.

[@bbtubi]

I have seen lots of them in the San Franscisco Bay Area

[@Littleathquakes]

cuz they’re super expensive

[@hellkitty1014]

Pretty expensive, although in certain areas they do sell. Here in Connecticut, I've seen quite a few. I even seen ONE Excellence trim, the Holy Grail of the XC90.

[@mickel1138]

The T8 doesn't have fog lights because of some design constraints with the electric cooling system.

[@MarkRVillano]

With a super charger, a turbo charger, three electric motors, an adaptive air suspension, what could possibly go wrong? IMHO, the T8 is a car that I might lease, but I certainly wouldn't want to have anything to do ownership, because I suspect that long term this thing would eat you alive. And it wouldn't be in small little bites.

[@towelies4884]

Yep leasing a T8 R design S60. But so far not a single issue and I’m averaging 64 mpg. And I drive in all electric mode as much as possible. Work and back which is around 45 miles round trip and I’m averaging 66mpg on a daily basis there. But it’s not the SUV and it’s a 2019 with a slightly smaller battery pack.

[@Littleathquakes]

current Volvo xc40 owner here. it costs $400+ just for a tuneup once outside of the warranty period (first three 10k were free) at the stealership.

[@caglioso]

Unfortunately you are correct, Volvo’s reliability is the bottom of the barrel. Shame because I do like their designs but it’s a total lease machine.

[@johngaudet6316]

I purchased a 2020 V60 Cross Country a year ago, it's got 10K on it. I love it more than ever. Especially the Bowers audio!!

[@MarkRVillano]

@@johngaudet6316 If you plan on keeping it long term, get back to us when it has 100,000 miles on it, and let us know how it held up.

[@PP-qj1ez]

2:48 "Concave" grill design!! I had a deja vu feeling there .... :D

[@dmoney668]

The Volvo's are the best looking suvs all day

[@lastminutesolutions]

they nailed it on the first go. there aren't 3 row plug-in suvs around that can compete even now in 2020.

[@eugenendungu4062]

It still looks as fresh as it did when I first saw it when I was 11

[@TheBasser760]

I wanted to get a Volvo but saw the price ( I was getting paid $17.25 an hour when I had a job) so I got a Mazda 6 instead. Beautiful car... but Volvo has a special spot in my heart. Once I get back on my feet and work hard I’ll get one!

[@정영석-s6l]

The most safe vehicle in the world!

[@diffsoun]

You meant safest?

[@hellkitty1014]

I love the XC90. I really believe it STILL has a better interior than the newer GLE, X5, and especially Q7. And when I say that, I'm speaking in detail about material use and overall design. Yes, Sensus needs an overhaul to catch up to the current infortainment trends, but overall execution is impeccable. That said, one thing Sofyan did not address in detail is the complexity of the XC90's powertrain. I think it is a technological marvel, and that poses huge benefits as well as potential pitfalls. It is supercharged, turbocharged, has THREE electric motors, and is AWD. My only concern is long-term reliability of all of those mechanical bits.

[@robertmasano4114]

Sofan. You do such an amazing job on all your videos. Love the format and of course the door sound ! Awesome !

[@jimmystack4668]

One good lighting strike and that thing's toast.

[@maksymiliansawicki994]

Love your videos keep on going

[@autonewstv86]

*holy.. it's huge inside*

[@a_void]

that's what he said

[@oFailBoat]

*moans

[@dearbulls]

Just tested one today. Actually smaller than Palisade on the inside

[@harleyreyes7341]

It is scaled really small. I test driven a few months ago. This is not even suitable for families with small children. It is really tight for car seats and cargo for stroller. It is disappointing really.

[@oFailBoat]

harley reyes after watching the review? The exterior is just nice. Volvo really didn’t do much this truck at all. I would pass

[@MCSkittle]

How is 18 miles or electric range worth buying a plug in hybrid? How does that help? I am not familiar with hybrids that much so just want to know.

[@tomburton8239]

I drive 17,000 miles/year i.e. pretty much every day. So, every day the first 20 miles are on electric. I.e. the first 7,000 miles per year. And if you charge at home, electric driving is less than half the price of petrol.

[@andykillsu]

Yeah 18 miles is a joke, most plug in hybrids get closer to 40 to 50 miles.

[@normt430]

@@andykillsu I drive a CT6E 12 miles to work and plug-in there. Another 12 home and 3-4 miles in errands and out to eat. So that range is perfect!

[@zawaprz]

Driving no more the 35 miles daily? No gasoline adding...simple

[@zawaprz]

Then skip it!

[@thatlexusguy7629]

Your videos are awesome👍🏻👍🏻. Great job filming the 2020 Volvo XC90 T8.

[@frankzhu7765]

Volvo doesn't give automatic adjustable steering wheel because of safety concerns. that's why they still use the manually adjustable steering wheel.

[@AngelTechno]

Exactly, Volvo has always been about safety and that's never gonna change.

[@bbtubi]

Beautiful and elegant

[@bertos910]

Love your content Redline Reviews, you inspired me to start my own youtube channel. Thank you for motivation.

[@Reaperguy67]

nice. i give you a tip. never self promote . it can get you hate comments and dislikes by the way.

[@tomburton8239]

My 2019 XC90 T8 has 20-23miles electric range on a normal day (yet you’re saying the 2020 model has more battery capacity...). And, in fact, that means I’m on plug-in electric for over 50% of my annual miles. Happy with it - though the nav system & maps are rubbish

[@benjaminkohl342]

Love this car! The GLE with it's MBUX, power second row, E-ABC, and AMG styling makes my heart go pitter-patter more and would probably be my choice, but the XC90 is objectively a world class midsizer. I know a lot of people with them. It's amazing how well it's aged.

[@jwxujerry]

GLE is a gorgeous car. But XC90 has better mpg and it's a plug in

[@willberry8673]

As usual awesome work

[@Noah-ui1iu]

*Volvo did not get rid of the fog lights. They just don't put them on the T8 for whatever reason. All the other models have them. Also, this trend of endorsing larger and larger infotainment screens is stupid. It just forces you more to take your eyes off the road because of the unnecessary amount of clutter larger displays have. 9 inches is perfectly fine and the way it's laid out works. There is no reason to fix what isn't broken.

[@v60polestar88]

Love this thing but I am a old school Volvo guy and that new 4 banger is a disgrace. Volvo please offer a inline 6

[@yass123]

I've been waiting for the 6 cylinder ever since this came out and I don't think it's coming.

[@philzter08]

It’s never coming back. Oil consumption problems killed it and Volvo/geely is going 100% EV soon so won’t spend on R&D. It was a very smooth donk though, and a modern version would be perfect for luxury hybrid since it’s so good at idle I couldn’t tell it was on. I thought the v8 was also good.

[@v60polestar88]

Philip Hoang early years of the inline 6 had oil consumption issue. Problem was fixed so that’s not a issue anymore. You are correct on the move toward electric cars. The main issue with the inline 6 is lousy mpg.

[@aydentracy8807]

I would love to see the xc90 vs the new aviator, it would be an amazing video and both are good cars

[@tjandrayosua]

for next gen Volvo xc90 must electric steering, electric sunshade, electric third row seat, new instrument panel, optional tablet screen.

[@cjpixel]

not sure why the comment on towing not recommended --- the T8 manual specs this as 5000lbs towing (if the trailer has brakes) in US, and there are also towing specific stability features in the braking system

[@yass123]

If only it has a 6 cylinder option

[@zawaprz]

U need to learn ....2021 is different

[@michaelgrow8630]

Best when he is sitting in driver's position and describes everything on the dash

[@CMUBruin]

So much attention to detail and yet they neglect or forget an armrest for the second row captains chairs? I’d have to opt for the 7 seater based on that alone. Also, no power folding or easy way to bring the third row back up at this price range? Overall a very nice SUV though.

[@scottsong20]

I test drove this car and I agree the arm rest was a pain in the a$$. It felt awkward not having it there. If I'm paying $85K for a luxury SUV, I better feel comfortable! Volvo offers a 7 passenger which I prefer.

[@JohnSmithNE3478]

I'm having a tough time deciding between the s60 or the 2021 tlx aspec 😬

[@kristians2704]

I think the TLX is disapointing. Something like the 3 series or C class is way better

[@kellyoubrejr544]

@Honestly you should get the 2021 tlx aspec, Far more reliable and it will have some modern tech, But if you want, Some space, luxurious interior and tech volvo is the way to go but there not as reliable as the old ones.

[@kristians2704]

Hi mr who cares about reliability if you are buying a brand new luxury car?

[@JohnSmithNE3478]

@@kellyoubrejr544 oh I appreciate any input honestly up until yesterday I had no idea the TLX was being redesigned and the Volvos lease pretty high... So it will come down to monthly lease on the tlx, or I'm going with a used CPO s60. I just can't fathom a 4k$ down payment on an s60 AND paying almost 25k for 3 yr lease... Obviously the new tlx won't be CPO yet

[@kellyoubrejr544]

@@JohnSmithNE3478 Alright smart move.

[@dlbrittain1976]

you do a fantastic job..keep doing what you love doing cool guy

[@rml695]

One thing I’ve often wondered about those massaging systems, how do you all yourself not to melt in ecstasy while your behind the wheel like that? (I ask because I’ve never experienced one and legally I cannot drive)

[@tfwang5649]

Where do you get the statement that T8 is recommended for towing?

[@chrismccannIRL]

Is it due for replacement in 2022? It launched 2014 and was face lifted for 2020 thats nit suggesting 2022 for a new model

[@tianxingcheng3547]

Is this the Birch Light color?

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

Are newer volvos reliable like the older ones?

[@markkrispin6944]

i doubt it highly because Volvo is now owned / made by China.

[@vikneshvisva3881]

It's not bad, per se, but it isn't exactly great.

[@DtownJ]

Hell no. I used to work at Volvo and I highly advise anyone looking at Volvo to look away 🤢

[@markkrispin6944]

You are better off buying a Toyota Hybrid car because they are 100% made in Japan. I don't trust anything coming from China!

[@diffsoun]

@@markkrispin6944 hope you don't own an iPhone

[@DivaniKingston]

Hey... So just a tidbit. The T8 doesn't come with Fog lights on any model in any year. I don't know why... Something with the circuitry not working with the systems or something. Either way. I think the T6s still have fogs..

[@hellkitty1014]

**Only the T8 models lose foglights for some strange reason.

[@langphan4799]

Thanks

[@2tonekhriss291]

Ok most def in Woodbridge I must meet you

[@gndesign25]

Very good looking SUV.

[@chigasaki06]

Where is our G70 review? You had it on IG.

[@MercOne]

It's amazing how good it still looks inside and out, but the all 4-cylinder setup is a killer for me. I don't care how many different ways you add power, it's still a 4-cylinder in a field of more refined 6-cylinders and some V8s. Pass.

[@natehiger410]

I think this is your 2nd or 3rd-time review this car, why not try t5 or t6 that most people gonna go for?

[@daisymae0]

Where is your ring??? Love the t8. Plug in electric and electric is the future.

[@alphafiddlesticks5623]

Do you think this vehicle have a chance against the Telluride and the Palisade?

[@byronnasem4110]

It's the other way around sir...lol

[@yes8032]

Yea the xc90 is way better than those 2

[@tommydo961]

Byron Nasem doesn’t matter what you say, sales will prove it.

[@marcusjenkins8980]

"I'm not incredibly tall" Lol equals "I'm short!"

[@e70_x5_guy4]

Great SUV!

[@6382steve]

This car could be so much better if they just made a full electric version. Ditch all the gasoline engine components and replace it with more batteries.

[@Andyt11]

Can you review the XC60?

[@angief2477]

I like this car. Can you review the BMW X5 45e plug in and compare the 2?

[@TheMrdeashawn]

birch light?

[@r.d.6631]

Need to see taillight and headlight functioning in your reviews. Little details is what matters

[@jeonghookim8735]

Good informations~~!!!!

[@dandronemoan4041]

2021 model is due out in a month

[@TheGOF]

Dealers in Florida have more MY21's than MY20's.

[@laca90046]

2020 or 2021?

[@damedhelink7231]

This vehicle is much better then it’s competitors, to beat this you have to be in the Bentley and rolls Royce market 👍

[@sfreud2079]

No armrest in middle row is a hard decision to understand

[@scottbrawley407]

Another Volvo XC90!

[@danpatterson8009]

This thing weighs 5100 pounds, has 400 hp (more than most 60's muscle cars), and you expect over 30 mpg? Time was, a luxo-tank like this would be in the teens.

[@oracleoptix]

Awesome vehicle, but would love it if you Slow down a bit when you're describing the vehicle and its features...no need to rush through the words and not allow yourself to breath between comments.

[@minivanlinda1762]

🙄

[@chiemekaa]

For the price I'd go with the X5 M50i on a lease or even try out a fully loaded GV80 with change to spare. I would miss the 3rd row that isn't available in the X5 though. But at least I'd have second row armrests!

[@Littleathquakes]

they make some odd choices. I bought a base model XC40 and it didn’t have rear headrests that folded and no interior lights for the rear. so it was completely dark inside at night when you open your car. Mind you that car starts at 38k! i later found out all that was included in an option packet. shit should’ve came standard at that price.

[@chriswilliams9734]

@@Littleathquakes i have never seen a car with no rear lights.

[@Littleathquakes]

Chris Williams learn to read. I didn’t say it did not have rear lights. I was talking about the interior lights for the rear passengers, which I wrote clear as day.

[@chriswilliams9734]

@@Littleathquakes I know that's what you were talking about. I wasn't trying to be sarcastic or anything. When I made the first comment I was actually on my lunch break at work and was heading back inside of the building so I was typing a little fast and forgot to put the word interior. A car like that should've had rear interior lights though.

[@kennethrosario6706]

Nice car

[@michaelmcmillon5933]

Definitely aged well, but for the price and no power steering wheel is something I’d expect from GM not Volvo 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@AidenRZ777]

It’s getting redesign in 2022? But I thought Volvo’s architectures last a long time

[@hellkitty1014]

The SPAR will definitely still be the basis of it, but Volvo says it can be scaled to 120" in wheelbase, meaning the XC90 will be allowed to grow.(kinda needs to a skosh to improve interior packaing **3rd row).

[@grownupgaming]

if they dont have armrests then they ARENT captains chairs! Picard/Kirk would be FURIOUS

[@hunyango2k]

Here in UK, i can see tons of this... but not t8, the diesel ones... so yeah... 😂

[@bradcolby3624]

Totally agree with your review..still too expensive though

[@dvanecunningham4679]

Where is Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe review???????

[@edwardgeorge4881]

Nice car! 🇦🇺💐🇺🇸

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

What’s the point of captain’s chair when you don’t even get an arm rest, I always think 2nd row with captain’s chairs is a downgrade from a bench seat, but now a captain’s chair also without arm rest? I guess more downgrade then. Also, if Kia/Hyundai can do ventilated 2nd row seats, there is no excuse for other luxury brands not to offer ventilated 2nd row seats. Not to mention no power tilt and telescope steering wheel that is memory linked.

[@dhammer303]

I know its probably just me but I much prefer the looks of the Volvo over the likes of Lexus and Acura. The latter two just look like a Transformer puked inside them. Reminds me of an early 2000's Pontiac Grand Am...

[@indevibe]

Nice -but Tooo EXPENSIVE!

[@v60polestar88]

You do realize a RAV4 TRD cost $42K? So that statement is pretty much true about all new cars!!

[@indevibe]

@@v60polestar88 it's crazy man - - before the pandemic, I was in the market for a newer ride, I had my eyes a replacement.... I was gonna trade in my elantra for a MDX, or something midsize... Umfortunately I have to settle for the lowest BARGAN BIN OPTIONS along with a vehicle I don't want..... Its TOTAL BS! I will just have to get a used thing... Somewhere...... FK!

[@v60polestar88]

Garreth Armstrong The price increases is mostly the consumers fault. We want all the tech humanly possible but that comes at a cost. We want all the luxury car features in lower end vehicles without a price increase. It’s just not possible. Used will always be the smart choice. No shame in buying used at all

[@indevibe]

@@v60polestar88 absoutely!!

[@randomrazr]

Toyota /lexus or volvo? i heard volvos are safer

[@redwhite_040]

I dont think there a lots of difference in safety between a RX or XC90. XC90 is nicer interior, RX = better reliability.

[@randomrazr]

@@redwhite_040 same with toyotas? like a highlander limited

[@TalooshDaBoss]

polestar giant suv

[@SkyeNewsFeed]

I'm torn between this car and GLE 63 AMG

[@NileshR12]

The configurator shows the LED foglights for the Inscription trims & even the Momentum & R-Design trims so I doubt they got rid of it from the XC90

[@ericschuster5929]

Aviator Black Label beats this in almost every way. Not sure why this would win in a bake off.

[@whatchis1120]

It's all about your personal expectations out of your vehicle, I worked at a dealer that had Lincoln and Volvo most people on the Volvo are all about safety for their family. But I personal agree the lincoln is a very nice suv.

[@ericschuster5929]

@@whatchis1120 Yeah- totally agree. I think Lincoln only really became viable with the Latest Navigator and then the Aviator, but I think reviewers still forget them when comparing.

[@oztech]

That infotainment system looks very old...

[@aquanb93]

Turbo and super charged!? Phew

[@dygardion9130]

I still will never get on board with the 2.0 engine

[@craigadams4143]

The back seats with no arm rest? HUGE design flaw and deal breaker for me...next car for me WILL HAVE panaramic sun roof and message seats , 4 sho!!!!☑️☑️

[@JimmyCee123]

Swedish car, owned and made by the Chinese. Next!

[@hornetkiller4]

If you have children that interior will be pain to maintain

[@kodessa]

i desire working seat belts in my car.

[@alengreen589]

the Volvo is OK but the new Genesis GV80 is better and a lot cheaper.

[@hugdeath929]

The giant floor under the 3rd row means you really need to push your feet forward. You can ask the 2nd row occupant to pull their seat up but in the video it looks like the room there is already comfort challenged. That’s a really expensive 4 passenger plus one middle rear car seat vehicle. I’m just trying to imagine riding somewhere for 6-10 hours with nowhere to rest my arms... Manual steering column? Front wheels fighting for traction while another vehicle is closing in on you is not any idea of a good time. It does look good though. Even if you gave it to me I wouldn’t keep it. I’d trade it for sure!

[@jinlight4253]

WTF OVER 80K? WOULD BUY ESCALADE FOR SURE

[@willthorson4543]

Escalade is in a different class. Lol

[@mikuelable]

I dont know why americans like three row suvs .....if I had to move 6 or 7 adults I would *god forbid get a mini van 😔.........but knowing me imma buy a rs3 sedan 😂

[@Kuweiyo]

It's 2020. Given that most americans are switching to crossovers and SUVs, the lowest a vehicle should be getting is 40mpg. Anything less isn't worth it.

[@caglioso]

Looks nice but I still hate Volvo’s infotainment and lack of real buttons. Plus they’re reliability is horrendous.

[@bt4b4]

Owned by China, good luck !

[@treads2595]

China is paying the bills, but Volvo is the same company it has always been.

[@bt4b4]

Treads true, but with the electronic part of the company, some come from China. Opens the back door.

[@jonpetter8921]

@@bt4b4 This SUV has been pretty popular in scandinivia since its launch. And trust me, scandinavian don t buy trash cars.

[@bt4b4]

Jon petter nice, but I didn’t say it was trash.

[@zawaprz]

"Hey...u guys"..... Pardon me? Think about proper people addressing.....