Volvo S90
The Volvo S90 is a five-seat diesel sedan produced from 1998 onwards, powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine delivering 152 kW and achieving a top speed of 197 km/h. Measuring 4,962 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,796 kg, it emits 156 g/km of CO₂. In Norway, new registrations of the S90 totalled 261 vehicles between 2019 and 2022, with registrations declining from a peak of 131 in 2019 to just 22 in 2022. The model has been subject to four recalls registered in the EU Safety Gate database.
| Manufacturer | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1998 |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 186 kW (250 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 99 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,964 kg |
| Displacement | 1,980 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Top speed | 197 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,963 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 15 European countries that registered the Volvo S90 in 2025 (184 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Volvo S90 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Volvo S90 cars registered for the first time across 15 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Italy | 68 |
| Germany | 61 |
| Romania | 13 |
| Belgium | 9 |
| Slovakia | 8 |
| United Kingdom | 7 |
| Denmark | 4 |
| Latvia | 4 |
| Slovenia | 2 |
| Spain | 2 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
| Austria | 1 |
| Bulgaria | 1 |
| Cyprus | 1 |
| Lithuania | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Volvo S90 (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 197 km/h | – | – |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 205 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 89% of Volvo S90s pass their MOT test first time, based on 5,999 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
3 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Volvo S90. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
In the event of a rear-end collision the seat position may be impacted and the vehicle occupant protection function may be impaired, increasing the risk of an injury.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-06-21
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
As a consequence, incorrect location information might be sent to the emergency services in the event of an accident.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-02-08
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
The bolts that secure the inflatable curtain airbags in place may break, possibly resulting in the inflatable curtain airbag deploying improperly in the event of a crash.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2017-03-17
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volvo recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Volvo S90?
- The Volvo S90 has a rated top speed of 197 km/h.
- How much power does the Volvo S90 have?
- The Volvo S90 produces 186 kW (250 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Volvo S90?
- The Volvo S90 is 4,963 mm long, 1,885 mm wide and 1,440 mm tall.
- How much does the Volvo S90 weigh?
- The Volvo S90 has a kerb weight of about 1,964 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Volvo S90?
- The Volvo S90 emits 99 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Volvo S90 have?
- The Volvo S90 has 5 seats.