It has been quite a long gap for Volvo to launch a significant entrant in the SUV section. The XC90 crossover SV was put forward first in 2002 and later launched in 2003. The changes and upgrades in this model were remarkably few over the years. A model with a minimal number of tweaks hit the markets in 2013, which also featured a Yamaha designed V8 engine option. The brand new 2016 upgrade for XC90 is going to be a remarkably big affair.
The first thing that is notice about this model is its platform and aesthetically clean gets up. The T-shaped LED daytime running lamps look magnificently attractive and are dubbed by the brand as Thor's Hammer. The tail lamps have a stark resemblance with the V40 and V60 models. The new crossover SUV is based on the new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA), an electrical framework and modular structure that can be adapted by a plethora of cars of variable sizes. The outgoing models were quite heavy and the all-new car has been significantly lighter by almost 275 pounds. As far as the looks are concerned, the vehicle is slightly lower, longer and wider.Volvo to start testing self-driven cars in Sweden from 2017.
The suspension at the front utilized a control-arm layout; on the other hand, the rear end will feature a multilink setup, which has a transverse leaf spring. A similar example can be given by the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. The diameter of the wheels of the new car will be as much as 22 inches in diameter. The Xc90 finally switches over to electrical assist in its power steering system just to fall line with the industry protocol.
The all-new infotainment system is something to watch out for in the dashboard once you are inside. The first thing that you will notice about the system is the chick looking touch screen, which is ideally vertically oriented. The four main options are information audio, phone and navigation, all of which are displayed horizontally across the monitor. Whenever you tap one if this, it occupies the entire screen and the other three collapse to remain dormant. The much-hyped iOS CarPlay integration with Apple will be installed and some models will get hold of Android Auto, as well.
The all-new model gets a total capacity of seven people, with three rows of seats. The sliding and reclining second row is just as comfortable as the rest with incorporation of energy absorbing seats that minimize shocks. The all-new 2016 XC90 is set to scorch the streets with its luxurious and attractive features.
