The US debut of the new XC60 may take center stage
on Volvo's stand at the New York Auto Show this year, but the
Swedish automaker has also revealed some key pricing and availability
information regarding its flagship sedan.
Available during the 2017 model year only in
internal-combustion guise, the 2018 Volvo S90 now comes to America with the
top-of-the-line T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The T8 packs an impressive 400
horsepower from the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine as the “lesser” models.
The T6 uses the same twin-charged engine (the hybrid assist) to deliver
316 hp, while the T5 turbo produces only 250 hp.
Volvo is also
packaging the S90 in the United States with the longer wheelbase as standard,
offering 4.5 inches of legroom, rear seat massage, and – on the T8 a standard
panoramic sunroof and unique rear seats. The updated Sensus Connect touchscreen
infotainment system also ports over from the new XC60, along with enhanced
safety systems.
Pricing increases across the board, with the T5 starting at US$ 48,100 (up from US$ 46,950) and the T6 from US$ 54,100 (instead of US$ 52,950), and the new T8 starting
at US$ 63,650. (All prices exclusive of the obligatory US$ 995 destination charge.)
