Used Volvo XC90? Check For These 5 Reliability Problems First | Used Guide | Driving.ca

Available with 3 seating rows, second-generation Volvo XC90 models came powered by a four-cylinder engine with various combinations of turbocharging, supercharging, and hybrid electrification. Models designated T5 got a 254 horsepower turbo engine, while T6 models added both a supercharger and turbocharger for 320 horsepower. The high-performance T8 is a plug-in hybrid, adding electrification to enable all-electric driving for shorter trips while bumping output to a hearty 400 horsepower. For some shoppers, a Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) model like this is sufficient to eliminate gasoline usage for daily commuting or errands.

Feature content included an air suspension system, panoramic moonroof, high-end audio system, climate-controlled leather seating, and a full suite of outward-looking hazard detection tech. On several previous test-drives of XC90's from this vintage, your writer has noted the model to offer fantastic seating, lighting and stereo provisions, especially on high-end units. Consider the XC90 alongside competitors like the BMW X5, Acura MDX, and Audi Q7.

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[jonathanc.gillespie]

Straight to the point, logically laid out facts and tips in a concise manner. No jump cuts, no zooms, no shouting, no hyperbole. Good stuff.

[ivanlowjones]

My 2017 XC90 T6 R-Design has been pretty much trouble free. A couple of wonky issues that were fixed under warranty were my only problems. I still enjoy driving my XC90 nearly 6 years later.

[clarissajohnson]

Have a 2016 t6 momentum and let me tell ya the reliability of this vehicle is on the low scale. Around 70k 80k miles I've had to replace the supercharger and my oxygen sensor went bad. There is a leak no one seems to know what is the cause. Every hour drive my oil level drops about half a quarter and I've sent it in 5 times to be fixed. Still know one can figure it out. Love the vehicle just very disappointed 😞 also for this many problems there shouldn't be a subscription for the car. Especially just to turn it on.

[charles]

My 2017 XC90 needed major engine repairs at 33, 000 miles.

[rromancunard]

Is an elegant and emblematic design, Volvo xc90 aways make good styles and very important the security.

[purposelywin]

Purchased a 2017 Momentum 56, 400 miles three months ago. Love the drive feel and handling but starting to question the reliability. I had the dealership do 60, 000 mile service which also included new spark plugs. Two weeks later got stuck at a store it wouldn’t start needed a new starter. Now a week later check engine light on my reader saying possible oxygen sensor code P0137 and another code. Taking to a specialist tomorrow instead of the dealership. Wondering if I should trade it in getting worried about reliability.

[arnodejong]

Thanks for the warning. On a different note, the guy driving is sitting WAY too close to the steering wheel!! If he crashes and the airbags go off, he's going to be in a world of hurt, potentially doing serious damage to his carotids.

[arabiantxn]

Reading the forms there seems to be and electrical issues that causes battery to drain and you getting stranded and also issues with brakes and rotors that go wrapped

[srpsbb]

Needed new fuel injectors and a new supercharger at 60k and 87k miles, plus its never been right after the repairs, I would not buy another volvo with this engine

[mykyrox]

These should effect the resale market price!

[cobalt]

I have about 130k km’s on my 2016 xc90 and I got a P018C fuel pressure sensor fault I heard some people got it within the warranty, they won’t warranty it

[pdros]

Looking at 2018 xc90 with almost 70k kms any tips?