1996-1999 S90 / V90 OverviewVolvo S90 / V90 Overview (1996 - 1999)
1996 - 1999
Tech Specs Summary
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- 127 - 130 mph
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- 9.0 - 9.4 seconds
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- 178 - 201 BHP
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- 23.9 - 25.7 mpg
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- 1,643 - 1,709 kg
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- 491 - 602 L (Saloon)
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- 602 - 1,702 L (Estate)
This generation of the Volvo S90 / V90 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 1996 - 1999. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are two power levels available from a 2.9 L Inline 6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the S90 / V90 is the Volvo S90 3.0 204 which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 201 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 121 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 130 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo V90 3.0 204 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 436 miles and can store 602-1,702 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,800 kg.