Volvo V90
The Volvo V90 is a diesel-powered estate car that entered production in 2016, equipped with a 1.972-litre four-cylinder engine producing 148 kW of power. The five-seater measures 4,938 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,852 kg, achieving a top speed of 193 km/h and emitting 163 g/km of CO₂. In Norway, the V90 saw strong registration numbers between 2019 and 2022, with 3,846 vehicles registered in total, though registrations declined significantly from a peak of 1,694 units in 2019 to 542 in 2022.
| Manufacturer | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2016 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid (petrol) |
| Engine power | 194 kW (260 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 30 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 2,063 kg |
| Displacement | 1,984 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Top speed | 193 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,944 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,438 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 22 European countries that registered the Volvo V90 in 2025 (4,882 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Volvo V90 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 V90 cars registered for the first time across 22 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Sweden | 2,233 |
| Germany | 891 |
| United Kingdom | 615 |
| Netherlands | 402 |
| Poland | 301 |
| Belgium | 68 |
| Italy | 54 |
| Austria | 53 |
| Czechia | 47 |
| Norway | 44 |
| Spain | 39 |
| Finland | 39 |
| Portugal | 33 |
| Hungary | 15 |
| Slovenia | 10 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Volvo V90 (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 193 km/h | – | – |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 207 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Volvo models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 87% of Volvo V90s pass their MOT test first time, based on 10,084 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
1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Volvo V90. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Belgium)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-04-11
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 V90?
- The Volvo V90 has a rated top speed of 193 km/h.
- How much power does the Volvo V90 have?
- The Volvo V90 produces 194 kW (260 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Volvo V90?
- The Volvo V90 is 4,944 mm long, 1,885 mm wide and 1,438 mm tall.
- How much does the Volvo V90 weigh?
- The Volvo V90 has a kerb weight of about 2,063 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Volvo V90?
- The Volvo V90 emits 30 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Volvo V90 have?
- The Volvo V90 has 5 seats.