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2006 Volvo XC90
Date Published: 8/06/08

2006 Volvo XC90
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MSRP:
$35,640 - 45,840

Invoice:
$33,537 - 43,125

Class:
Premium Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle

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2006 Volvo XC90
Expert Rating Summary
Category AWD 2.5T Rating (See All
Ratings)
Premium Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 5 6.2
Fuel Economy 4 3.4
Ride Quality 6 5.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 5.7
Quietness 6 6.6
Controls 7 6.6
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 7.5
Room/Comfort (rear) 5 6.3
Cargo Room 7 7.9
Value within Class 6 5.8
Total Score: 59 61.5
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2006 Volvo XC90 Review
This SUV is based on Volvo's S80 car platform and isn't intended for off-road use. It seats up to seven and has a combination liftgate/drop-down tailgate. Two models are offered. The 2.5T has a 208-hp turbo 5-cyl engine and front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. The V8 model has 311 hp and AWD. Both use an automatic transmission. The AWD system lacks low-range gearing. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes and traction/antiskid control with rollover sensors are standard. Also included are front side airbags and curtain side airbags that cover all seating rows. A 3rd-row seat is optional on the 2.5T, standard on the V8. It's accompanied by a load-leveling suspension and 3rd-row climate and audio controls. XC90's 2nd-row bench splits 40/20/40 and is available with an integrated child-booster seat. Leather upholstery is optional on 2.5T, standard on V8. Other options include rear obstacle detection and a navigation system.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Midsize SUVs are similar in size and construction to Midsize SUVs. Most, in fact, are gilded versions of Midsize SUVs; though a few are exclusive upscale designs.

Our Best Buys include Acura MDX, Cadillac SRX, and Lexus RX. Our Recommended picks are Mercedes-Benz R-Class and Volvo XC90.

New or significantly redesigned models include Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Mercedes-Benz M-Class, and Saab 9-7X.
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