In terms of quality, safety and advancement, Volvo is one of the best brands on the market, and in recent years it has been updated its line-up with a new generation of vehicles.
Starting with the XC90 back in 2015, the Swedish manufacturer has almost finished revamping its models and the current offering is the company’s best yet.
If you can’t work out which of the smart-looking models from Volvo is best for you, here we take a look at the range and give you all the essential information on each one.
SUVs
XC40
As the most compact offering in Volvo’s SUV range, the XC40 offers more youthful urban drivers a high-up model that gives them plenty of space – despite its size – and a strong level of quality that you expect from the brand. Dual-tone body colour combinations, interesting alloy designs and bright interior options are on offer, while the XC40 also gets the Sensus touchscreen infotainment system as standard. It comes with 432 litres of boot space – more than enough for your weekly shop or going further afield – and passenger space is equally excellent for a compact SUV. Prices for the XC40 start from £27,610.
XC60
As the middle ground in the SUV offerings, the XC60 is crammed with technology and offers a great mix between the size of the XC90 and the youthful style of the XC40. The advanced SUV comes with some of Volvo’s top features, such as Pilot Assist that incorporates adaptive cruise control and lane assist to keep your car in the right lane and at the right speed, and is also available with the latest IntelliSafe options like blind spot monitoring, oncoming lane mitigation and braking, and lane keeping aid. It also comes with loads of room for passengers and storage. Volvo offers the XC60 with the T8 Twin Engine petrol plug-in hybrid setup for cleaner driving and improved efficiency. Prices start from £37,770.
XC90
The XC90 is the largest model Volvo has to offer and is the most luxurious one available as well. With space for up to seven people, the XC90 provides lots of room for all the family and keeps them safe, too, thanks to its wide range of safety kit – something that Volvo is an expert in among car manufacturers. As the genesis of the design ethos for current Volvos, the XC90 sets the tone for the rest of the range and also includes tech that the rest of the brand’s line-up have since adopted – such as the digital instrumentation display, the portrait infotainment display and adaptive LED headlights. XC90 models are available from £50,435.
Estates
V40
This is the last remnant of the ‘old’ Volvo design and is the smallest model in the brand’s range. Starting from just £21,410, this is the car best suited to younger drivers who want a car with a more premium feel. Although the technology and safety isn’t quite up to the same standard as other Volvos, don’t fret as the Swedes are expected to bring a new version to market at some point in 2019, and that is set to employ the new design and technology features of the rest of the line-up.
V60
The new version of the V60 is the latest addition to the brand’s fleet, and with it you get style, space and efficient engine offerings that make it almost a no-brainer for families. Coming with the same easy-to-use technology as the majority of the brand’s models, the V60 also gets the full bank of IntelliSafe safety systems, such as driver alert control, blind spot monitoring, lane keeping aid and semi-autonomous pilot assist. Add to that the 430-litre boot, top-end trim finishing and comfortable drive, and you have a car that is ready to take on the world. Prices for the V60 start from £31,810.
V90
Volvo’s largest estate and possibly the ultimate Volvo when you consider the brand’s history of providing the world with excellent station wagons. The 550-litre load space in the back is more than useful, but passengers are still well-catered for with the cavernous space in the rear. Volvo ensures its imprint for excellent safety is clear on the V90 as it comes with the City Safety autonomous braking system – like every other model – and is fitted with sensors and cameras to keep you on the straight and narrow. If you want SUV-inspired styling, Volvo has you covered with the Cross Country version that adds plastic cladding and a raised ride height. Prices for the V90 start off from £37,620.
Saloons
S60
If you’re after a smart executive saloon that doesn’t fall under the German umbrella, then the upcoming S60 could be for you. Although full specification details have yet to be announced, expect the new S60 to come with the same high level of equipment as other Volvos, with punchy petrol and plug-in hybrid powertrain options available. As well as this, customers will find a 442-litre boot behind 60/40 split rear seats and more than enough space for comfortable seating for all.
S90
Volvo’s high-quality saloon offerings are topped off with this, the S90, and it comes with a great range of features for business drivers looking for that extra comfort on long journeys. The Pilot Assist system makes driving longer distances easy and safe, while the Sensus central screen gives drivers a clear view of the model’s infotainment system and all the features it offers. Customers can choose from a wide range of materials to give the cabin a unique feel, with passengers guaranteed space and comfort. The S90 starts from £35,620.
