2011 Volvo XC90 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

14 -16 City / 21 -22 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

235 -311

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Danielle G

White, big and spacious which is low on petrol and drives amazingly!

Absolutely no problems I love my car! Performance is good, it is good on petrol and has been my car for over two years! It has been used before it got given to me by other family members. Very reliable and a very comfortable drive. Good suspension! Features a radio, Bluetooth, controls on steering wheel, cruise control, seat warmers. I love my car and I am very impressed with Volvo.

Michelle D

This Volvo is a safe SUV for the family.

This SUV is very Safe, extremely comfortable, pretty fast with get up and go, reliable. The safety features are incredible. However, gas is a bit expensive.

Ap O

Safety and luxury go hand and hand.

The feeling luxury really comes out in a Volvo. You know that you are driving in a safe car when you are inside of it. There is a lot of room in the front but the back seat could be roomier. The fact that there is a third row option definitely comes in handy.

Jenny M

My car has needed very little maintenance and runs very well.

I love the size of my XC90, plenty of room for kids and adults to go on car trips. I also like that the dashboard is not over the top with technology. It's easy to drive. My one dislike is gas mileage, driving in city is not great.

Lr Y

Volvo luxury, class and priceless the car to drive!

The Volvo xc90 is very reliable, low maintenance with luxury. It is very comfortable when traveling long trips and with children. The service at the dealership is excellent professional care and consideration for the customer needs. They will also make sure that the customer is satisfied.

Stephen A

A great all-rounder for one person, or a family!

I have had no problems with my Volvo xc90. It runs very well, in rain, mud, dirt, and sand. The interior is very versatile, and changeable in set-up. And adjustable heated seats work really well! Further, the seats can be set in many heights, angles, and more. The car also has a great sound system.

Mary Ellen F

My seven cedar three dog Volvo is a pleasure.

I love my car! Room enough for my three children ages 16,12 and 10. My three dogs love it in the back as well. A German shepherd, a cocker spaniel and a shiatsu. We have traveled all over Florida and trips all the way to NYC. We’re I am originally from. It is easy to parallel park even in Brooklyn neighborhoods!

Ann F

The comfort of a luxury car with the engine of a truck. Rugged yet glamorous!

This car has 216k miles on it and runs like a dream! With proper care and routine maintenance, this car will run forever! Comfortable and the 3rd row is also roomy enough. I love the safety ratings on it and I feel good about my 16 year old driving it. The trunk is a good size for a 3rd row vehicle and the tailgate lifts up. You can also pull down the bottom of the tailgate so you can load things on a level plane. This car is sporty but classy.

Negative Owner Reviews

Lillian N

SUV, black with black leather interior, 3 rows of seats. It has a tailgate.

I really liked my car when I first got it but it started going downhill. My check engine light comes on all the time. I have a oil leak. I put air in my tires all the time and the low tire pressure light comes on all the time. I had good gas mileage before but now I feel like I fill up my car all the time.

Barbara H

The size is perfect, not too small. Sits high enough off the ground

I don't care for the leather seats. I do love the moon roof. Wish it was more fuel efficient.

Bee C

Very safe and good for family.

Very safe and minimal problems. A great family vehicle. Voted one of the safest. Slow pick up. Good on gas.

Brittany M

Volvo xc90 r-design customer review.

I love my Volvo but over the years the maintenance issues have become quite frequent. Volvo drives well and has plenty of great features such as the TVs, blue backlight for a not too bright night setting, 3rd row option is very nice to have as well. There is a built in booster seat in the middle row which makes getting age appropriate kids in and out hassle free! The 3rd row folds down giving ample cargo space for groceries, sports equipment and pets!

Volvo XC90 Models

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

235 HP 18 MPG 7 Seats

I6 R-Design

235 HP 18 MPG 7 Seats

311 HP 16 MPG 7 Seats

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2011 Volvo XC90 Owner Reviews

4.33

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57%

4 stars

24%

3 stars

14%

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Barbara H on March 3, 2021

The size is perfect, not too small. Sits high enough off the ground

I don't care for the leather seats. I do love the moon roof. Wish it was more fuel efficient.

Tanya S on December 21, 2020

This car has never slide or gotten out of control due to weather conditions.

Too technical and specifics due to temperatures. Safest car I have ever owned. Volvos are the best.

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Pros from Owners

Stephen A.

Safety, great visibility, the seats are highly adjustable, and very comfortable. Third row seating with headrest DVD player for the second row. A, sunroof, large, adaptable, rear compartment, great heater, the perfect first vehicle for me. My Volvo XC90 is truly a very versatile vehicle.

Cons from Owners

Stephen A.

Repair costs can be high, the cost of my insurance, as my Volvo is several years old (2011). As a first time driver, the car is somewhat complicated, as I have not driven very much. It is hard to find many cons with regard to my Volvo XC90.

Ranks #13 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2011 Volvo XC90 has an average owner rating of 4.33 out of 5 which ranks it #13 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #5 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Volvo XC90 has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #5 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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22 MPG

Is The 2011 Volvo XC90 A Good Car?

Yes, I have never had a serious issue with it and it has been a reliable stable car. It has great safety features and drives very smoothly.

Lauren B.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Volvo XC90?

It is reliable. No problems except for the design flaw (from my perspective) of having the battery be in the back of the car instead of up in the engine. This makes it difficult for times when the... Read More

Maria S.

Is The 2011 Volvo XC90 A Good Value?

On blue book it currently costs around 5,000. Originally the first owner paid around 40,000 for it. I think the current price is low for how well the car operates and the safety associated with a... Read More

Brett G.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2011 Volvo XC90 have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2011 Volvo XC90 has a timing chain, not a timing belt. Because of this You will not need to replace the chain over the life cycle of the car. This however assumes nothing manages to damage it, as while it...

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