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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.
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.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T5 Momentum | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic | FWD | 250 | 258 | 6.9 s | 23 / 35 / 27 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| T6 Momentum | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged) | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic | AWD | 316 | 295 | 6 s | 21 / 31 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| T8 Momentum | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, Hybrid) | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic | AWD | 400 | 295 | 4.8 s | – / – / 29 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| T8 Inscription | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, Hybrid) | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic | AWD | 400 | 295 | 4.8 s | – / – / 29 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| T6 Inscription | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged) | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic | AWD | 316 | 295 | 6 s | 21 / 31 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T5 Momentum | 3,870 lb | 200.1 in | 57.1 in | 120.5 in | 6 in | 38.7 ft | 14.5 gal | 37.8 in | 42.2 in | 905 lb | P255/40R19 |
| T6 Momentum | 4,135 lb | 200.1 in | 57.1 in | 120.5 in | 6 in | 38.7 ft | 15.9 gal | 37.8 in | 42.2 in | P255/40R19 | |
| T8 Momentum | 4,609 lb | 200.1 in | 57.1 in | 120.5 in | 6 in | 38.7 ft | 13.2 gal | 37.8 in | 42.2 in | P255/40R19 | |
| T8 Inscription | 4,609 lb | 200.1 in | 57.1 in | 120.5 in | 6 in | 38.7 ft | 13.2 gal | 37.8 in | 42.2 in | P255/40R19 | |
| T6 Inscription | 4,135 lb | 200.1 in | 57.1 in | 120.5 in | 6 in | 38.7 ft | 15.9 gal | 37.8 in | 42.2 in | P255/40R19 |
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.
| Equipment | T5 Momentum | T6 Momentum | T8 Momentum | T8 Inscription | T6 Inscription |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Driver-attention monitor | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround-view camera | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||
| Heated front seats | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated rear seats | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Heated steering wheel | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
4 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40193S90 AWD | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 31 | 26 | N/A |
| 40247S90 AWD | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 31 | 25 | N/A |
| 40405S90 AWD PHEV | 2L 4-cyl SIDI; PHEVPlug-in Hybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium and Electricity | 26 | 33 | 29 | 21 mi |
| 40246S90 FWD | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 35 | 27 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
4 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2019 Volvo S90 versus the 2018 Volvo S90?
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.
Q02How quickly does the 2019 Volvo S90 accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
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.
Q03How do the 2019 Volvo S90 trims differ from one another?
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.
Q04What size wheels does the 2019 Volvo S90 have?
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.
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2019 Volvo S90.
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