IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
13 -14 City / 19 -20 HWY
Horsepower
235 -311
Seats
7
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Diane C
Great and reliable car! Would highly recommend
Great performance, seats comfortable, very reliable. Bought used and have no issues with it. Air conditioner runs very cold. Car has very quick pickup speed. Would greatly recommend this car to friends and family. Very reasonable used car price as well.
accountCircle Kelly C
I would but it again! It is built so solid with 4 wd, you are in command.
We bought it used. All issues have been normal maintenance issue. Parts can be a little pricey because you can't always purchase them at an auto Wearhouse, some you may have to get from the dealer. It is loaded with all features but Bluetooth . Very comfortable and with 3 row seating I can take all the grandkids.
accountCircle Kim T
I love my Volvo! But hate repairing it.
Great car, so comfortable for long trips and has a large interior for packing/moving. The butt warmers are amazing and the standard package is very good. The only thing that is not great is the costs for replacement parts as it is often proprietary and may take awhile to get as well as have extra cost.
accountCircle Connie M
Super comfy and roomy. I love my Volvo!
The only problem I have had with the Volvo is that the sunroof leaks. I love everything else about the car. It is safe and comfortable. It's a very roomy car for our family of 4. We have gone on many road trips in our SUV and you can sleep well in the back seat. The rear seats fold down to carry large cargo. I would recommend!
accountCircle Robert Foster
Suspension
8 cyl. Power effortless cruising .. 12-15 mpg .. Accurate steering . Great Paint
accountCircle Donna S
It is a safe and reliable car, a perfect family vehicle.
It is comfortable to drive. It has a lot of trunk space and the third row seating comes in handy occasionally. It's also rated high for safety. No complaints
accountCircle Niall M
Swedish Hauler--Nimble with Room to Spare
This is my second Volvo XC90. I love how it can haul things and people like a large SUV but drives like a car, good handling and great reliability for an older car.
accountCircle Brie S
The most important thing to know about this car is that it is very reliable
I have owned my volvo for over 9 years and it runs fairly smoothly. The engine stalls (very) occasionally and the interior is looking a bit worn but aside from that it is great.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle John A
Durable, good car, been a good ride.
Love vehicle just getting old. Starting to have car issues. Been great for the time I have owned it. Gas mileage not optimal either.
accountCircle Josh B
It has an extra large Oil Tank and requires more than the normal amount of oil making oil changes more costly
My car seems to run pretty well. I bought it second hand and have had to make some small repairs along the way. It is pretty reliable
accountCircle Deborah S
Seat warmers and wiper blades on lights.
Very reliable. Repair costs are on high side. Parts and labor. Solidly built can withstand hard driving conditions and handling. Built to last as long as maintain upkeep.. Roomy interior with extra seating in back. Definitely a family oriented automobile but, stylish enough for single person as well.

Volvo XC90 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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I6
235 HP 16 MPG 7 Seats
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I6 R-Design
235 HP 16 MPG 7 Seats
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V8
311 HP 15 MPG 7 Seats
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V8 R-Design
311 HP 15 MPG 7 Seats
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2009 Volvo XC90 Owner Reviews

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accountCircle Brie S on December 3, 2020
The most important thing to know about this car is that it is very reliable
I have owned my volvo for over 9 years and it runs fairly smoothly. The engine stalls (very) occasionally and the interior is looking a bit worn but aside from that it is great.
accountCircle Deborah S on October 17, 2020
Seat warmers and wiper blades on lights.
Very reliable. Repair costs are on high side. Parts and labor. Solidly built can withstand hard driving conditions and handling. Built to last as long as maintain upkeep.. Roomy interior with extra seating in back. Definitely a family oriented automobile but, stylish enough for single person as well.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Kim W.

It is a good size. It is also very reliable. I think they are good looking cars and are very comfortable for long drives. I like the flexibility of the interior seats to make it have more storage space for moving things.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Kim W.

Gas usage is not great. Replacement parts are expensive. You have to replace all 4 tires, you cannot do fronts/backs only. This probably is not the cars fault, but the windshield wipers often need to be changed.

Ranks #11 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2009 Volvo XC90 has an average owner rating of 4.31 out of 5 which ranks it #11 of 14 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #5 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2009 Volvo XC90 has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #5 of 14 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2009 Volvo XC90 have Bluetooth?

Answer: The 2009 Volvo XC90 does have bluetooth. You will come into issues with the sound. The source could be from the stereo's speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle. Whatever the source, You will have...

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety