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2025 Volvo XC90

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

Class: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles: 4dr SUV AWD, Recharge 4dr SUV
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 247–312 hp
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Seats: 7
Fuel: Plug-in Hybrid, Hybrid
MPG (best): 27 combined · 26 city / 30 hwy
Length: 194.9 in
Curb weight: 4,524–5,095 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 27 MPG combined — 36% better than the average 2025 standard SUV (19.8 MPG).
Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 38 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2025 Volvo XC90 is a standard SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 195 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,524 lb (4dr SUV AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (26 city / 30 highway), 36% better than the 2025 standard SUV average of 19.8 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 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2025

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 XC90 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 XC90 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine312 hp2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid

Engine247–295 hp2.0L 4-cyl hybrid

Transmission8-speed automatic

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating7 seats · 3 rows

Trims

Plus BrightCoreUltra Bright

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Adaptive driving beamStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Torslanda, Sweden

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 XC90 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
4dr SUV AWD	194.9 in	79.1 in	70.1 in	117.3 in	65.7 / 65.7 in	4,524 lb	53/47
Recharge 4dr SUV	194.9 in	79.1 in	70.1 in	117.3 in	65.7 / 65.7 in	5,095 lb	53/47

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
XC90 T8 AWD Plug-in Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	26 / 27 / 27	+36%	$3,050	132
XC90 B5 AWD Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 30 / 26	+31%	$3,150	343
XC90 B6 AWD Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	20 / 26 / 23	+16%	$3,550	393

7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

9/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $2,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

19.8 MPG2025 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Volvo XC90.

Similar 2025 standard SUVs

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2025 Volvo XC90 (this car)	27 MPG	Not rated	3
2025 Tesla Model Y	337 mi	★★★★★	3
2025 BMW X3	29 MPG	★★★★★	9
2025 Lexus RX	36 MPG	Not rated	4
2025 Audi Q7	22 MPG	★★★★★	2
2025 Tesla Model X	329 mi	Not rated	3
2025 Porsche Macan	21 MPG	Not rated	3

Recalls (3)

Back Over Prevention › Software · Dec 23, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V908000 · 413,151 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software · Jun 12, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V392000 · 11,469 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.

Back Over Prevention › Software · May 8, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V282000 · 413,151 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2025 Volvo XC90 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

29Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

5Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

1Injuries reported

4,500 miTypical mileage at failure

Electrical System7

Unknown Or Other5

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera4

Service Brakes4

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking4

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings3

Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking2

Visibility/Wiper2

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2025 Volvo XC90 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Electrical System — 7 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 4 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
Service Brakes — 4 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 4,500 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Volvo XC90. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other XC90 years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2027 XC90	25	–	Not rated	0	0
2026 XC90	27	195.7 in	Not rated	1	8
2024 XC90	27	194.9 in	Not rated	4	37
2023 XC90	27	194.9 in	Not rated	7	41
2022 XC90	27	194.9 in	Not rated	5	31
2021 XC90	27	194.9 in	Not rated	7	42
2020 XC90	27	194.9 in	Not rated	9	34
2019 XC90	25	194.9 in	Not rated	6	42
2018 XC90	27	194.9 in	Not rated	3	52
2017 XC90	25	194.9 in	Not rated	7	82
2016 XC90	25	194.9 in	Not rated	8	198
2014 XC90	19	189 in	Not rated	0	4

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →