- The Volvo that rivals the Mercedes GLE and Audi Q7 gets a significant mid-cycle update to its design and features list
- The launch ceremony was held at Volvo Autobots , Nr YMCA Club, S G Highway, Makarba, Ahmedabad
NE BUSINESS BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, MAR 13
The Volvo XC90 facelift has been launched in India at an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.03 crore by the Swedish carmaker here on last Thursday. The refreshed XC90 SUV is slightly more expensive and packs several design and tech upgrades over the outgoing car. The updated version of the flagship SUV made its global debut in September 2024
The launch ceremony was held at Volvo Autobots , Near YMCA Club, S G Highway, Makraba, Ahmedabad
The overall silhouette of the Volvo XC90 SUV remains similar to the outgoing model. However, many redesigned exterior styling elements are inspired by the all-electric Volvo EX90, including a revised grille with diagonal slats, slimmer ‘Thor’ hammer headlights, refreshed bumpers, darker tail-lamps and new alloy wheels (see table below for XC90 dimensions). If one opts for the air suspension, the ground clearance goes up to 267mm from 238mm.
The new XC90’s cabin looks mostly familiar, but EX90 SUV-inspired bits are present here as well; for instance, the use of recycled materials for the upholstery, which is also in line with the automaker’s plan to use sustainable materials in its cars. Volvo has also fitted a larger 11.2-inch touchscreen in its flagship XC90 model; it runs on Google-based software, allowing for over-the-air (OTA) updates. The Swedish car brand further claims that the resolution of the portrait-styled touchscreen has been improved.
Features such as a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, a 360-degree camera system, a head-up display, memory seats and an air purifier (with a PM 2.5 filter) continue to be offered with the updated model.
2025 Volvo XC90 facelift engine and performance
250hp 2.0-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine retained
Under the hood of the refreshed XC90 is the same 2.0-litre mild-hybrid turbo-petrol engine, producing 250hp and 360Nm of maximum torque. Being AWD, the automatic transmission sends power to all four wheels, allowing the Volvo XC90 to reach 100kph from a standstill in 7.7 seconds.
2025 Volvo XC90 facelift rivals
The 2025 Volvo XC90 facelift, which costs Rs 2 lakh more than the outgoing model (Rs 1.01 crore), goes against the German trio of the Mercedes-Benz GLE, BMW X5 and Audi Q7, with the Audi being the most affordable in this segment. Like Q7, Volvo does not come with the option of a diesel engine, while the Mercedes and BMW SUVs come in both petrol and diesel versions.
Amenities
Tthe 2025 Volvo XC90 comes with all the bells and whistles including a 12.3-inch driver’s display, an 11.2-inch freestanding touchscreen, a 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system, a coloured heads-up display (HUD), powered seats with ventilation and massage functions, a panoramic sunroof, and four-zone climate control to name a few.
Safety features
Safety of occupants will be taken care of by multiple airbags, a 360-degree camera setup, hill start and hill descent control and an electronic parking brake. The latest iteration of the full-size luxury SUV will also benefit from level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) with features like lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, etc
Globally, the facelifted Volvo XC90 comes with two engine options: a 2-litre turbo-petrol unit with 48V mild-hybrid tech and a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine with plug-in-hybrid tech
2025 Volvo XC90 facelift price vs rivals (ex-showroom)
SUV Volvo XC90 Mercedes GLE BMW X5 Audi Q7
Petrol price Rs 1.03 crore Rs 1.12 crore Rs 97.80 lakh-1.10 crore Rs 88.70 lakh-97.85 lakh
Diesel price – Rs 99 lakh to 1.17 crore Rs 99.80 lakh-1.12 crore –
All prices, ex-showroom, India
