2015 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription Review: The Sensational Swede
The skinny: Volvo’s XC90 is a big bus for big families, and in T6 Inscription guise it’s big on luxury as well.
It’s got size and space to spare, a willing turbo motor and enough technology to wow even the most jaded of your teenaged offspring.
It's comparatively pricey compared to some of its German opposition (particularly the entry-level 2WD models of the X5), but don't let that turn you off. The XC90 T6 Inscription packs a lot of features, high-end quality and performance into its premium asking price.
Vehicle Style: Large luxury SUV
Price: $100,950 (plus on-roads)
Engine/trans: 235kW/400Nm 2.0 turbo petrol 4cyl | 8sp automatic
Fuel Economy claimed: 8.5 l/100km | tested: 13.0 l/100km
OVERVIEW
Even well into its twilight years, the previous-gen Volvo XC90 was a consistently popular member of the Volvo family.
Size, space and that legendary Volvo reputation for safety are obviously big drawcards for any family buyer.
The car that replaces it, then, has some big shoes to fill. Not only must it prove itself against its predecessor, but with a new pricing structure that puts it much closer to its European rivals, it's now got a tougher fight on its hands.