The updated Volvo XC90 has arrived in Mzansi, with the facelifted model featuring cleaner design details and upgraded tech.
The refreshed Volvo XC90 has finally touched down on South African shores, with the revised model line-up priced from R1 555 500 (see full pricing below). We highlight everything you need to know about the facelifted range.
The local XC90 line-up is available with the choice of two powertrains: a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol unit incorporating 48 V mild-hybrid technology (B5) and a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo- and supercharged plug-in hybrid (T8). The B5 and T8 units produce peak system outputs of 183 kW and 350 N.m, and 340 kW and 709 N.m, respectively. The Swedish automaker claims the B5 powertrain sips, on average, 8.1 L/100 km, while the T8 has a claimed combined (petrol-electric) fuel consumption of 1.8 L/100 km. The T8 also offers an electric-only driving range of “over” 70 km on a fully charged battery.
How much does the facelifted Volvo XC90 cost in South Africa?
The facelifted XC90 model line-up comprises a quartet of derivatives, priced from R1 555 500 and R1 657 500 for the B5 Plus and B5 Ultra derivatives, respectively, while the T8 Plug-in Hybrid plus and Ultra derivatives will set you back R1 834 500 and R1 936 500, respectively. As standard, the XC90 package ships with a five-year/100 000 km service plan and a warranty spanning a similar duration and distance.
- Volvo XC90 B5 AWD Plus AT — R1 555 500
- Volvo XC90 B5 AWD Ultra AT — R1 657 500
- Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus AT — R1 834 500
- Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Ultra AT — R1 936 500
“The XC90 has always been a cornerstone of Volvo’s success in South Africa,” said Grant Locke, Managing Director of Volvo Car South Africa. “With this latest update, it remains a luxury SUV that families can trust for space, comfort, and safety, while introducing the technology and efficiency that define our next chapter. Alongside the fully electric EX90, the new XC90 gives South Africans the choice between advanced hybrid capability and pure electric driving, ensuring our brand is ready to meet both today’s needs and tomorrow’s expectations.”