DecodedCars2018 Volvo V90
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Midsize Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr Wagon, Crosscountry 4dr Wagon
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 24 city / 34 hwy
- Length
- 194.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4,026–4,118 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 Volvo V90 is a midsize station wagon offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 195 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,026 lb (4dr Wagon).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (24 city / 34 highway), 14% better than the 2018 midsize station wagon average of 23.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the exterior lighting.
What changed for 2018
- Engine added: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl
- Best combined MPG up from 25 to 27
Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 V90 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Wagon | 194.5 in | 74.4 in | 56.7 in | 115.7 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,026 lb | 54/46 |
| Crosscountry 4dr Wagon | 194.5 in | 74.4 in | 59.4 in | 115.7 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,118 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V90 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 34 / 27 | +14% | $3,050 | 322 |
| V90 CC AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | +10% | $3,150 | 344 |
| V90 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | +6% | $3,300 | 354 |
| V90 CC AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | +6% | $3,300 | 361 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Volvo V90.
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › Software · Nov 13, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V800000 · 17,548 vehicles
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
- Risk
- If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.
Not every 2018 Volvo V90 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2018 Volvo V90 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Exterior Lighting — 4 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Electrical System — 3 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Structure › Body — 2 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 21,723 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Volvo V90. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other V90 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →