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 COâ‚‚. 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 |
| Kerb weight | 1,687 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 |
New registrations in Norway
Number of Volvo S90 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ 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 |
| Latvia | 4 |
| Denmark | 4 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
| Slovenia | 2 |
| Spain | 2 |
| Lithuania | 1 |
| Austria | 1 |
| Bulgaria | 1 |
| Cyprus | 1 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ 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 in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
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)
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 (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 (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.
- 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 1,687 kg.
- How many seats does the Volvo S90 have?
- The Volvo S90 has 5 seats.