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2019 Volvo S90

The 2019 Volvo S90 is a trim-focused update in its third US model year, with a 12.3-inch digital driver display now standard on every trim and a Harman/Kardon audio system standard on the Inscription. NHTSA lists 4 recalls and no complaints. Used ones run $16,700 to $22,900 per Kelley Blue Book.

Configurations4
Model/option labels3
Combined efficiency25–29 MPG/MPGe
Electric range21 mi
Decision answers4

What changed on the 2019 Volvo S90

Carvana (opens in a new tab) calls the 2019 S90 a trim-focused update rather than a redesign, in the first generation's third US model year, with a reshaped lineup and more standard equipment. The most important change is a 12.3-inch digital driver display that became standard on every trim.

Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Inscription models gain a Harman/Kardon audio system as standard, while the full LED headlamps with auto high-beams and the headlamp-washing feature are now optional and part of the new Advance package, which also includes a self-parking system. Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) puts used 2019 S90 prices at $16,700 for the T5 Momentum up to $22,900 for the T8 Inscription at a dealer.

Recalls and problems owners report

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2019 S90, and no owner complaints. 19V220000 covers front seat rail nuts that may not have been installed, 18V800000 covers connectivity module software, 20V144000 covers automatic emergency braking software and hardware, and 21V414000 covers a low-pressure fuel pump fuse that can blow.

Consumer Reports (opens in a new tab) keeps a reliability page for the year.

2019 S90 against the BMW 5 Series

EPA rates the 2019 S90 at 25 to 29 mpg combined and $2,650 to $3,100 a year in fuel, with 21 miles of electric range on the T8 plug-in. The BMW 5 Series lists 24 to 29 mpg at $2,650 to $3,250 with up to 16 miles of electric range. The S90 matches it at the top and goes farther on electricity.

Trim-by-trim specifications

The 2019 Volvo S90: 5 trims compared.

Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.

2019 Volvo S90 powertrain, performance and efficiency by trim
TrimEngineTransmissionDriveHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)0–60 mphEPA city / hwy / combSeatsBasic warranty
T5 Momentum2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo)Automatic, 8-Spd GeartronicFWD2502586.9 s23 / 35 / 27 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
T6 Momentum2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged)Automatic, 8-Spd GeartronicAWD3162956 s21 / 31 / 25 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
T8 Momentum2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, Hybrid)Automatic, 8-Spd GeartronicAWD4002954.8 s– / – / 29 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
T8 Inscription2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, Hybrid)Automatic, 8-Spd GeartronicAWD4002954.8 s– / – / 29 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
T6 Inscription2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged)Automatic, 8-Spd GeartronicAWD3162956 s21 / 31 / 25 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
2019 Volvo S90 dimensions, weights and capacities by trim
TrimCurb weightLengthHeightWheelbaseGround clearanceTurning circleFuel tankFront headroomFront legroomPayloadTires
T5 Momentum3,870 lb200.1 in57.1 in120.5 in6 in38.7 ft14.5 gal37.8 in42.2 in905 lbP255/40R19
T6 Momentum4,135 lb200.1 in57.1 in120.5 in6 in38.7 ft15.9 gal37.8 in42.2 inP255/40R19
T8 Momentum4,609 lb200.1 in57.1 in120.5 in6 in38.7 ft13.2 gal37.8 in42.2 inP255/40R19
T8 Inscription4,609 lb200.1 in57.1 in120.5 in6 in38.7 ft13.2 gal37.8 in42.2 inP255/40R19
T6 Inscription4,135 lb200.1 in57.1 in120.5 in6 in38.7 ft15.9 gal37.8 in42.2 inP255/40R19

Equipment by trim

Which 2019 Volvo S90 trim has what.

Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.

2019 Volvo S90 standard and optional equipment by trim
EquipmentT5 MomentumT6 MomentumT8 MomentumT8 InscriptionT6 Inscription
Safety
Anti-theft alarmStdStdStdStdStd
Blind-spot alertStdStdStdStdStd
Child door locksStdStdStdStdStd
Child-seat anchorsStdStdStdStdStd
Forward collision warningStdStdStdStdStd
Driver-attention monitorStdStdStdStdStd
Hill-start assistStdStdStdStdStd
Rearview cameraStdStdStdStdStd
Surround-view cameraOptOptOptOptOpt
Front and rear parking sensorsOptOptOptOptOpt
Rear parking sensorsStdStdStdStdStd
Electronic stability controlStdStdStdStdStd
Traction controlStdStdStdStdStd
Technology
Bluetooth audio streamingStdStdStdStdStd
BluetoothStdStdStdStdStd
Hands-free callingStdStdStdStdStd
Navigation systemStdStdStdStdStd
Premium audio systemStdStdStdStdStd
Satellite radioStdStdStdStdStd
Apple CarPlay or Android AutoStdStdStdStdStd
Steering-wheel audio controlsStdStdStdStdStd
Voice recognitionStdStdStdStdStd
Comfort
Heated front seatsOptStdStdStdStd
Heated rear seatsOptOptOptOptOpt
Heated steering wheelOptOptOptOptOpt
Power front seats for driver and passengerStdStdStdStdStd
Power driver's seatStdStdStdStdStd
Leather seatsOptStdStdStdStd
Leather-wrapped steering wheelStdStdStdStdStd
Front and rear climate zones––StdStdStd
Panoramic moonroofStdStdStdStdStd
Cup holdersStdStdStdStdStd
Exterior and convenience
Alloy wheelsStdStdStdStdStd
Fog lightsStdStdStdStdStd
Power liftgate or trunkOptOptOptOptOpt
12-volt power outletStdStdStdStdStd
Power windowsStdStdStdStdStd
Remote keyless entryStdStdStdStdStd
Remote engine startStdStdStdStdStd
Cruise controlStdStdStdStdStd
Integrated garage-door openerStdStdStdStdStd
Rear-window defrosterStdStdStdStdStd
Rain-sensing wipersStdStdStdStdStd

Complete certification table

4 configuration records.

EPA ID / labelEngine / technologyDrive / transmissionFuelCityHwyCombinedRange
40193S90 AWD2L 4-cyl SIDIConventionalAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8)Premium223126N/A
40247S90 AWD2L 4-cyl SIDIConventionalAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8)Premium213125N/A
40405S90 AWD PHEV2L 4-cyl SIDI; PHEVPlug-in HybridAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8)Premium and Electricity26332921 mi
40246S90 FWD2L 4-cyl SIDIConventionalFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8)Premium233527N/A

Model-specific answer center

4 answers for this exact family-year.

Q01What changed on the 2019 Volvo S90 versus the 2018 Volvo S90?
Model year

Nothing in the certification data changed, so the 2019 Volvo S90 carries the 2018 Volvo S90's figures forward: 4 certification records labelled S90 AWD, S90 AWD PHEV, S90 FWD, 2L 4-cyl SIDI, 2L 4-cyl SIDI; PHEV, all-wheel drive, front-wheel drive on premium, premium and electricity, rated 25-29 combined MPG/MPGe, 21 miles of electric range and an EPA annual fuel cost of $2,650 to $3,100. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 2 for the 2018 to 4 for the 2019.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02How quickly does the 2019 Volvo S90 accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance

The 2019 Volvo S90's 0-60 mph time is 4.8 seconds on the T8 Momentum and T8 Inscription, 6 seconds on the T6 Momentum and T6 Inscription and 6.9 seconds on the T5 Momentum. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.

Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03How do the 2019 Volvo S90 trims differ from one another?
Trims

The T6 Momentum has 316 hp against 250 and AWD instead of FWD and heated front seats and leather seats as standard equipment over the T5 Momentum. The T8 Momentum has 400 hp against 316 and front and rear climate zones as standard equipment over the T6 Momentum. The T6 Inscription has 316 hp against 400 over the T8 Inscription.

Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04What size wheels does the 2019 Volvo S90 have?
Wheels and tires

The 2019 Volvo S90's wheel diameter is 19 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2018 model year has the same figure.

Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications

Live NHTSA evidence

Current federal safety records for 2019 Volvo S90.

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