Volvo XC90 (Sweden, 2014-present)

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unveiled the second generation of the Volvo XC90Volvo XC90 Gen.2Sweden, 2014 > present23 versions
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in august 2014. The second generation marks the beginning of a new era in the Swedish brand after the acquisition by GeelyGeelyChina, 1986 > present5 models
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The XC90 is based on the Volvo Scalable Platform Architecture (SPA) and is equipped with the engine family Drive-E, which have already been launched in several models of the brand.

The top-end version of the XC90 receives the T8 badge. According to Volvo it will be a plug-in electric vehicle, a hybrid car and a high performance car in one. It will be equipped with a four-cylinder turbo and supercharged 2.0-liter petrol to turn the front wheels and an 80hp electric motor for the rear wheels. Together these engines reach an output of about 400hp and 640Nm torque.

The XC90 also marks the start of a new phase of design at Volvo, designed by the former designer of Volkswagen Group, Thomas Ingenlath.

One of the main innovations is the new grille with a more prominent emblem. LED daytime headlights "Hammer of Thor" T-shaped are another feature of the new model and will be adopted by all future models of the brand.

Regarding the interior, Volvo has bet on Nordic minimalism and functionality coupled with sophistication and comfort.

The interior highlights include a new touch screen mounted in the center of the dashboard with the features organized in boxes, with the navigation options at the top, followed by media and phone. The XC90 includes a new navigation system based on "cloud" technology supplied by Ericsson.

Other "cloud" services include Internet, radio, streaming music and applications to find and pay for parking. The XC90 can also use the Apple and Android CarPlay Auto systems to synchronize smartphones.

The cabin also includes a new gear lever in crystal glass and start-stop buttons and audio volume control with diamond cut finish.

The XC90 also incorporates a new top-of-the-line audio system designed by Bowers & Wilkins. The amplifier 'class D' 1400W and 19 loudspeakers were integrated into the bodywork of the car, allowing to transform the interior space into a giant subwoofer.

According to Volvo, the second generation XC90 offers the security package of more technologically sophisticated and comprehensive range available in the automotive industry. Two technologies make a world premiere: the run-off road safety package and the intersection automatic braking.

Furthermore, the XC90 gives the first steps regarding autonomous driving. The SUV is equipped with a new function that automatically follows the vehicle traveling ahead in "stop-start" traffic situation.

To mark the launch of the Volvo XC90 is offering a special edition limited to only 1927 numbered units, a number that marks the founding year of the company. The limited First EditionVolvo XC90 T6 First EditionSweden, 2015 > present series can only be purchased online.

The First Edition series are available with two engines, both based on the new 2.0-liter engines Drive-E. The first is equipped with the T6 petrol version with 320hp and the second with the twin-turbo D5 diesel engine with 225hp. Both engines are combined with an eight-speed automatic transmission.