Volvo XC90 facelift model launched: Swedish automobile manufacturer Volvo launched its major SUV, Volvo XC90 facelift model on 4 March 2025 in the Indian market. This updated model comes with modern designs, advanced features and hybrid powertrain, which makes it a strong competitor in the premium SUV segment. Volvo XC90 facelift 2025 has its advanced features, modern design and hybrid powertrain with a potential to make an important place in the Indian premium SUV market with hybrid powertrain.
The Volvo XC90 facelift 2025 will compete in the premium and luxury SUV segment in the Indian market. The Volvo XC90 facelift will compete with BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE, as it can compete in terms of hybrid powertrain, safety features and luxury interior. Its electric driving range and Adas technology make it different from others.
Volvo XC90 facelift model launched (image credit-social media)
Design and exterior
The new Volvo XC90 facelift attracts attention with its sleek and modern design. The front includes new vertical slat grille, T-shaped LED day-time running lights (DRLs) and Matrix LED headlights, giving it a premium look. Side profiles have large and sporty alloy wheels of up to 21-inch, while LED tail lights and updated bumpers in the rear give it a fresh look.
Interior and features
Volvo XC90 facelift model launched (image credit-social media)
The cabin of Volvo XC90 is equipped with premium and luxury features. This includes a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 15-inch infotainment touchscreen that runs on Google’s Android Automotive OS, and a four-zone automatic climate control. There are also facilities such as panoramic sunroof, eco-friendly leather and recycled material seats, and 19-spickers Bover and Wilkins Premium Sound System.
Paurtrain and Performance
The new XC90 facelift includes 48V mild hybrid technology with a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine, which generates 250 PS power and 360 Nm torque. In addition, plug-in hybrid variants are also available with a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine, which provides 455 PS power and 709 Nm torque, as well as with all-wheel drive (AWD) and 8-speed automatic transmission. Plug-in hybrid variants are expected to have an 80–90 km electric driving range.
Volvo XC90 facelift model launched (image credit-social media)
Safety features
Volvo has always been known for its safety standards, and this tradition continues in the new XC90. The car includes features such as multiple airbags, 360-degree camera, hill decent control, electronic parking brake and Level-2 Advance Driver Assistance System (ADAS), including lane keep assist and cruise control.
Price and competition
The ex-showroom price of Volvo XC90 facelift starts at around ₹ 1.05 crore. In the Indian market, it will compete with premium SUVs like Mercedes-Benz GLE, BMW X5, Audi Q7 and Lexus RX. Its major rival cars and their details:
1. Mercedes-Benz Gle
Engine option
2.0L Diesel (197 PS), 3.0L Diesel (269 PS), 3.0L Petrol (381 PS)
price ₹ 96 lakh – ₹ 1.15 crore (ex -showroom)
Features: Mbux infotainment, adas, panoramic sunroof
2. BMW X5
Engine option
3.0L Petrol (381 PS), 3.0L Diesel (298 PS)
price: ₹ 99 Lakh – ₹ 1.10 Crore
Features: Idrive 8.0 infotainment, 360 ° camera, head-up display
3. Audi Q7
Engine option
: 3.0L V6 Petrol (340 PS)
Price ₹ 86 Lakh – ₹ 1.02 Crore
Features*: Virtual Cockpit, Quattro AWD, Adaptive Air Suspension
4. Lexus RX
Engine option
2.5L Petrol Hybrid (250 PS), 2.4L Turbo Hybrid (371 PS)
price: ₹ 95 Lakh – ₹ 1.10 Crore
Features: 14-inch touchscreen, adas, lexus safety system.
