Volvo has unveiled the updated version of the XC90 flagship SUV.
This iteration of the SUV comes with the new mild-hybrid powertrains, which pairs both diesel and petrol combustion engines with electric power to provide up to 15 per cent better fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
The B-labelled models feature brake-by-wire technology to recover kinetic energy through braking, and they are part of Volvo’s policy that will see all of its cars getting electrified powertrains from this year onwards. The B5 and B6 units will be used on the XC90, and join the T8 petrol plug-in hybrid.
Design-wise, Volvo has given the XC90 a modified grille, new alloy wheel designs and a series of new body colours – while the interior remains unchanged.
With Volvo renowned for continually enhancing the safety of its vehicles, the XC90 comes with additional assistance systems – such as city safety pedestrian and cyclist detection with autobraking, blind spot information, oncoming lane mitigation and cross traffic alert.
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Android smartphone users will also be able to connect their devices to the Sensus infotainment system for the first time – as Volvo had only allowed Apple users to pair with the setup previously.
Customers will be able to order the updated XC90 from the middle of next month, before deliveries begin the in the summer. Prices will be announced closer to the order date, but it is expected to be slightly more expensive than the current £50,375 starting price.
