Nonewposts 4th Gear September 17, 2016 Share September 17, 2016 (edited) Test drive the S90 recently and must say the car is fast and looks good, at least from the front. Gadgets are similar to XC90. However, I was surprised that the price quoted from the sales are all different when comparing with my friends. It ranges from $240k to $260k. They are making much more when compared to the E class. 240k for the T6. launching on 27th sept Edited September 17, 2016 by Nonewposts ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfverine Twincharged September 17, 2016 Share September 17, 2016 The test vehicle I drove felt a bit sluggish compared to the XC90 T6... Was surprise as this is supposed to be a lighter! As for equipment level, there are a few items that are found on XC90 but not with S90 - e.g. passenger seat is manual on S90 but fully automatic with 3 memories for driver and passenger on XC90. Nevertheless, I must say it is definitely comparable to the German marques esp with the features that are standard on the vehicle ... except for the butt which I am trying very hard to get use to. The butt looks nicer with the V90 and maybe worth the wait for the V90CC launching early next year - with R Design kit . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfverine Twincharged September 17, 2016 Share September 17, 2016 Correction - it is automatic but no memory on passenger side. The test vehicle I drove felt a bit sluggish compared to the XC90 T6... Was surprise as this is supposed to be a lighter! As for equipment level, there are a few items that are found on XC90 but not with S90 - e.g. passenger seat is manual on S90 but fully automatic with 3 memories for driver and passenger on XC90. Nevertheless, I must say it is definitely comparable to the German marques esp with the features that are standard on the vehicle ... except for the butt which I am trying very hard to get use to. The butt looks nicer with the V90 and maybe worth the wait for the V90CC launching early next year - with R Design kit . 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alphard96 6th Gear September 17, 2016 Share September 17, 2016 The test vehicle I drove felt a bit sluggish compared to the XC90 T6... Sluggish no memory seat for passenger obscene middle row transmission hump not so nice rear butt ? non LED rear signal indicator ....hm now wondering whether should go for test drive or give it a miss. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfverine Twincharged September 17, 2016 Share September 17, 2016 Actually the middle row hump is not that bad. For me, the memory seat for passenger and LED rear signal indicators are nice to have but not a showstopper. If you are in the market for this segment, you might just want to test it for comparison as it could just be me expecting a lot more with the S90 after testing the XC90 which is a heavier car . Happy shopping! Sluggish no memory seat for passenger obscene middle row transmission hump not so nice rear butt ? non LED rear signal indicator ....hm now wondering whether should go for test drive or give it a miss. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mkl22 Twincharged September 17, 2016 Share September 17, 2016 A 2.1ton AWD car with Chassis sharing with xc90 and claims 7.5l/100km for combined cycle. A bit far fetched. Super and turbo 2L. Can't imagine how good it can be with all that weight when everyone else is 300-400kg lighter. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superblack Clutched September 18, 2016 Share September 18, 2016 There is a typo error in the Straits times on the weight. It should be around 1.8T, around 200kg heavier than a BMW. XC90 weighs around 2.1T. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon82 Moderator September 19, 2016 Author Share September 19, 2016 (edited) V90 Cross Country Edited September 19, 2016 by Carbon82 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfverine Twincharged September 19, 2016 Share September 19, 2016 Always a sucker for Volvo's CC (XC70 ) and the Audi Avant (RS even better ) V90 Cross Country Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vratenza Supersonic September 20, 2016 Share September 20, 2016 Sexy! Never expect myself to say that of a volvo... Must be super long car looking at the overhangs Wouldn't mind driving one of these! V90 Cross Country 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon82 Moderator September 21, 2016 Author Share September 21, 2016 Sexy! Never expect myself to say that of a volvo... Must be super long car looking at the overhangs Wouldn't mind driving one of these! Hi Doc, have you seen the new E-Class All-Terrain? May I have your choice again? 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Williamhha 2nd Gear September 21, 2016 Share September 21, 2016 S90 overall look great to me except for the butt cannot make it leh..... But the butt of the V90 is swee Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vratenza Supersonic September 21, 2016 Share September 21, 2016 Heheeh...just posted this over at the E-class thread....will choose the E-class All-Terrain over the V90 cross country Hi Doc, have you seen the new E-Class All-Terrain? May I have your choice again? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfverine Twincharged September 21, 2016 Share September 21, 2016 Personally, I prefer the looks for the V90 compared to the E Class All Terrain. Some how the rear of the Merc is too bulky looking and not as sharp and sleek like the V90. Similar observations with the Shooting Brake range (CLA & CLS) from Merc... From the range of of "station-wagon" looking cars available here, my vote still goes to the Avant range from Audi (RS6 Avant ) or the V range from Volvo. But that is just me as I like the awkward looks of the BMW X6M50d when most other folks frown on that model - talk about bulky rear ! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nonewposts 4th Gear September 27, 2016 Share September 27, 2016 (edited) The new s90 has been launched Edited September 27, 2016 by Nonewposts Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
car50 Twincharged September 27, 2016 Share September 27, 2016 Beauty is always in the Eyes of the Beholder Which ever model, sure will be able to find lovers May have gender differences in perception especially the station wagon and hatchbacks curves Personally, I prefer the looks for the V90 compared to the E Class All Terrain. Some how the rear of the Merc is too bulky looking and not as sharp and sleek like the V90. Similar observations with the Shooting Brake range (CLA & CLS) from Merc... From the range of of "station-wagon" looking cars available here, my vote still goes to the Avant range from Audi (RS6 Avant ) or the V range from Volvo. But that is just me as I like the awkward looks of the BMW X6M50d when most other folks frown on that model - talk about bulky rear ! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickosw 3rd Gear September 27, 2016 Share September 27, 2016 Saw Thor Hammer liao :-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nonewposts 4th Gear September 27, 2016 Share September 27, 2016 (edited) The all new Volvo S90 marks a giant leap forward for Volvo Cars. The Swedish car maker is well known for its sport utility vehicles and estates, but with the launch of the S90, it is clearly intent on shaking up the premium sedan segment. The S90 boasts a longer side-glass area than the S80 Equipped with a host of new technologies ranging from cutting edge safety to cloud-based apps and services, the S90 is proof of the Swedish brand's continuing transformation.The car comes in two petrol engine options, both of which provide an outstanding combination of performance and fuel efficiency, and come with Volvo Cars' eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard. The first is a super and turbocharged T6 engine, which produces 320bhp and a maximum torque of 400Nm. The second is a turbocharged T5, which makes 254bhp and 350Nm of torque.It's also the second Volvo car built on the new Scalable Product Architecture - Volvo's advanced modular product platform that will underpin all new Volvo cars in the '90' and '60' Series.Just like the Volvo XC90, the S90 carries the proud and confident face of Volvo's new design language, along with classic Volvo styling cues. Key features include the iconic 'Thor's Hammer' LED head light design, the new grille and Volvo Iron Mark, as well as the expressive use of the Volvo word mark on the rear.The cabin of the S90, similarly, is the result of a clear vision. Volvo has taken cues from the success of the XC90 and raised the bar with new details on the dashboard and instrument panel, including elegant new air blades that stand vertically on each side of the Sensus user interface, which is without doubt the most modern in-car control system in the market Volvo satisfies desires for wide, open spaces in the S90 by using materials that are of quality, light and natural Sensus allows easy access to a wide selection of cloud-based applications. The outstanding in-car possibilities include Internet radio, connected navigation, seamless music streaming, the ability to mirror and use Apple and Android devices in the touchscreen display, a hotspot for using a tablet in the car - and much more.More notably, the S90 offers a long list of the most comprehensive and technologically sophisticated standard safety package available in the automotive industry.It includes two world-first safety technologies - Run-off Road Mitigation and Large Animal Detection. Run-off Road Mitigation works by using evasive steering manoeuvres and braking to support the driver if keeping the car on the road in situations where accidental road departure is detected as imminent. Large Animal Detection offers an intuitive warning and brake support to help avoid or mitigate collisions with large animals."With the launch of the XC90 we made a clear statement of intent. We are now clearly and firmly in the game. With an estimated value of $15 million in investments over the past five years, we have not only reimagined what Volvo Cars can be - we are now delivering on our promise of a resurgent and relevant Volvo Cars brand," said Hakan Samuelsson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Volvo Car Group.Price as of press time (inclusive of COE)Volvo S90 T6 Inscription (A) - $239,999 Edited September 27, 2016 by Nonewposts ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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