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4 days ago
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- The Advertiser
2025 Volvo XC90 price and specs: Updated style, more kit and higher prices
The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper "now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience." Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Standard safety equipment includes: There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Volvo XC90 interior colours: MORE: Everything Volvo XC90 Content originally sourced from: The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper "now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience." Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Standard safety equipment includes: There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Volvo XC90 interior colours: MORE: Everything Volvo XC90 Content originally sourced from: The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper "now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience." Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Standard safety equipment includes: There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Volvo XC90 interior colours: MORE: Everything Volvo XC90 Content originally sourced from: The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper "now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience." Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Standard safety equipment includes: There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Volvo XC90 interior colours: MORE: Everything Volvo XC90 Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
4 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
2025 Volvo XC90 price and specs: Updated style, more kit and higher prices
The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper 'now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience.' Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Pricing Drivetrains and Efficiency Dimensions Servicing and Warranty Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. Safety The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Standard safety equipment includes: 7 airbags Surround-view camera Adaptive cruise control Blind-spot monitoring Lane-keep assist Rear cross-traffic alert Hill descent control Traffic sign recognition Tyre pressure monitoring Standard Equipment There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: 21-inch alloy wheels Space-saver spare wheel Matrix LED headlights Chrome-finish grille Aluminium trim and roof rails Proximity entry with push-button start Hands-free power tailgate 12.3-inch digital instrument display 11.2-inch infotainment display DAB+ digital radio Wireless Apple CarPlay Integrated Google services Wireless phone charger Auto-dimming rear-view mirrors Head-up display Nappa leather upholstery Power-adjustable front seats with memory, lumbar Cushion extenders Power folding rear headrests Heated, ventilated front seats Heated outboard rear seats Heated steering wheel Quad-zone climate control incl. third row 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: 22-inch alloy wheels Tyre repair kit Active air suspension (Four-C Chassis) Rear privacy glass Dark-finish grille Black trim and roof rails Panoramic sunroof Tinted rear windows Power-adjustable seat bolsters 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system Options Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Panoramic sunroof Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system Tinted rear windows Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. Panoramic sunroof ($3488) Tinted rear windows ($1134) Front seat massage ($1184) Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system ($3210) Active air suspension ($3210) The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. Colours There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Crystal White Silver Dawn Bright Dusk Vapour Grey Onyx Black (standard) Denim Blue Mulberry Red Volvo XC90 interior colours:
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
2025 Volvo XC90 price and specs: Updated style, more kit and higher prices
The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper 'now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience.' Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. Supplied Credit: CarExpert For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Standard safety equipment includes: 7 airbags Surround-view camera Adaptive cruise control Blind-spot monitoring Lane-keep assist Rear cross-traffic alert Hill descent control Traffic sign recognition Tyre pressure monitoring There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: 21-inch alloy wheels Space-saver spare wheel Matrix LED headlights Chrome-finish grille Aluminium trim and roof rails Proximity entry with push-button start Hands-free power tailgate 12.3-inch digital instrument display 11.2-inch infotainment display DAB+ digital radio Wireless Apple CarPlay Integrated Google services Wireless phone charger Auto-dimming rear-view mirrors Head-up display Nappa leather upholstery Power-adjustable front seats with memory, lumbar Cushion extenders Power folding rear headrests Heated, ventilated front seats Heated outboard rear seats Heated steering wheel Quad-zone climate control incl. third row 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: 22-inch alloy wheels Tyre repair kit Active air suspension (Four-C Chassis) Rear privacy glass Dark-finish grille Black trim and roof rails Panoramic sunroof Tinted rear windows Power-adjustable seat bolsters 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Panoramic sunroof Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system Tinted rear windows Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. Panoramic sunroof ($3488) Tinted rear windows ($1134) Front seat massage ($1184) Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system ($3210) Active air suspension ($3210) The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Crystal White Silver Dawn Bright Dusk Vapour Grey Onyx Black (standard) Denim Blue Mulberry Red Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Volvo XC90 interior colours: Blond nappa leather in Blond/Charcoal interior Cardamom nappa leather in Charcoal interior Charcoal nappa leather in Charcoal interior (standard) MORE: Everything Volvo XC90
West Australian
4 days ago
- Automotive
- West Australian
2025 Volvo XC90 price and specs: Updated style, more kit and higher prices
The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now . For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper 'now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience.' Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Standard safety equipment includes: There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Volvo XC90 interior colours: MORE: Everything Volvo XC90
The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Major car brand ‘facing challenging period' to axe 3,000 jobs in huge restructure to cut costs
A MAJOR car brand is facing a "challenging period," with a huge restructuring plan set to axe 3,000 jobs in a bid to cut costs. The popular car manufacturer blamed rising costs, slowing demand for electric vehicles, and uncertainty over Advertisement 1 Volvo is set to axe 3,000 jobs in a major restructuring Credit: Getty Volvo revealed that most of the job cuts will affect office-based staff in Sweden, which is around 15 per cent of its global office workforce. The cuts will affect about 1,200 employees and 1,000 consultants, the automaker said. CEO Håkan Samuelsson said the cuts would help improve the automaker's cash flow and reduce overall costs. He added: "It's white collar in almost all areas, including R&D, communication, human resources. Advertisement read more on motors "So it's everywhere, and it's a considerable reduction." Fredrik Hansson, Volvo's new CFO, said that despite thousands of job cuts, the move would make the company 'structurally more efficient.' Volvo's restructuring will cost an eye-watering £103million, which will impact its second-quarter results. The popular car brand is introducing these sweeping cuts following reports of a 60 per cent dip in their first-quarter operating income. Advertisement Most read in Motors Falling sales and revenues add pressure The announcement follows a turbulent few months for Volvo, based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Global deliveries slumped by 6 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 compared to last year, causing revenue to drop by 11.7 per cent, from £7.3bn to £6.4bn, according to Meet the new XC90 plug-in hybrid, an electric car with a backup plan The automaker is facing what it describes as 'challenges not seen before' in the automotive sector, with rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and cooling demand weighing heavily on performance. Former CEO Håkan Samuelsson, recently reinstated after Jim Rowan's exit, is leading the shake-up. Advertisement Samuelsson warned: "The automotive industry is in the middle of a very difficult period with challenges not seen before. "We must get better at delivering results." Investment cuts and uncertain forecasts Volvo also revealed it is scaling back investments further, following a big drop in earnings before interest and tax , plunging from £370m to £120m year-on-year. The company will stop providing financial forecasts for 2025 and 2026, saying market conditions remain too uncertain. Advertisement The cost-saving strategy includes a shift toward regionalised operations. Volvo recently launched an updated S90 saloon exclusively for China and started building the EX30 electric crossover at its Ghent plant in Belgium, previously made only in China. It also plans to sharpen its model range in the US and optimise production at its Spartanburg facility in South Carolina. Samuelsson added: "While our strategy is clear, we must adapt quickly to survive. Advertisement "Our focus now is profitability, electrification and regionalisation. Volvo's announcement follows a growing trend of major job cuts across the global automotive industry as companies brace for a tough market environment. Audi also revealed plans to axe 7,500 jobs as part of a huge cost-saving drive. The Volkswagen-owned manufacturer announced the cuts would be carried out at its German sites by 2029, aiming to save around €1 billion (£842.5 million) annually in the medium term. Advertisement The job cuts at Audi represent about 8.6 per cent of the brand's global workforce. Audi said in a statement: 'The economic conditions are becoming increasingly tougher, competitive pressure and political uncertainties are presenting the company with immense challenges.' The carmaker, headquartered in Ingolstadt, said the reductions would mostly affect areas such as administration and development. Audi stressed that the cuts would be implemented in a "socially responsible" manner, avoiding compulsory redundancies. Advertisement Instead, roles will be reduced through natural attrition — meaning workers will not be replaced when they retire or leave the company. Despite the cuts, Audi is investing heavily in its German operations, pledging €8 billion (£6.7 billion) over the next four years. Part of the investment will go towards producing a new entry-level electric model at its Ingolstadt plant, with further developments considered for its second German site in Neckarsulm. Audi's chairman Gernot Döllner said: 'We are setting Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm up to be robust and flexible for the challenging transition to electric mobility. Advertisement Audi must become faster, more agile, and more efficient. One thing is clear: this cannot be done without personnel adjustments. Meanwhile, Audi's parent company Volkswagen announced back in December that it would cut 35,000 jobs at its VW brand sites across Germany by 2030. The job reductions are part of the 'Future Volkswagen' agreement, hammered out with union representatives to help slash labour costs by €1.5 billion (£1.25 billion) per year. Volkswagen emphasised that the job cuts would not involve any plant closures and would also be implemented 'socially responsibly'. Advertisement Volkswagen's plan also includes a significant capacity reduction, aiming to lower production volumes by around 734,000 units across its German manufacturing network. Everything you need to know about electric cars How long does it take to Will Do How long do Check out all of our latest electric car news here
