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Plug-in hybrid 3-row SUV · 4W · Launched 2020
USD 73,000 - 84,000 / GBP 71,000 - 80,000 / CAD 90,000 - 105,000
≈ ₹80.00 L (Indian market)
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Range
53 km
Battery
18.8 kWh
Top speed
230 km/h
Charge
5 hr
Power
455 bhp
Seats
7
XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV. Scandinavian luxury family buyers wanting 33 mi EV PHEV in a quiet, safe 3-row package. Status: currently on sale in US/CA/GB/AU/AE.
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Scandinavian luxury family buyers wanting 33 mi EV PHEV in a quiet, safe 3-row package
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Volvo Car in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Range drops 15-25% at sustained highway speed in cold/AC use
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery should be checked annually on PHEV/EV
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast-charge speeds vary with operator firmware and battery temperature
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
Software OTA cadence varies by region — early build niggles common
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 18.8 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 53 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 5 hours |
| Fast charge | Level 2 AC ~5 hr (no DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 230 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 455 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | AWD |
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot space | 400 litres |
| Seating | 7 seats |
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Volvo Car XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV
USD 73,000 - 84,000 / GBP 71,000 - 80,000 / CAD 90,000 - 105,000
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The Volvo Car XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV scores 6.8/10 overall. Best suited for: Scandinavian luxury family buyers wanting 33 mi EV PHEV in a quiet, safe 3-row package. Key strength: 33 mi epa ev range. Main consideration: generation getting long in tooth.
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