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Volvo flogs the XC90 for the last time

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ren_yeo

ren_yeo

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This post first appear in Asiaone Forum on 9 September, 2011.
What car? 2012 Volvo XC90
What is it? America was still reeling from the horrific events of 9/11. US Marines were pursuing Al Queda operatives in Afganistan, Saddam Hussien was still the tyrant over Iraq and Volvo launched a mid-size luxury SUV, the XC90, to worldwide acclaim. Yes, it was that long ago. The car you are looking at in these pictures is essentially the same one from 2002. Usama bin Laden might be long gone but the XC90 soldiers on and receives a facelift while Volvo mulls over its long over due successor.
What is new?The SUV receives a new 3-spoke steering wheel, standard interior aluminum trim and a new instrumentation inspired by watch dials with white lighting. All 2012 XC90 has Daytime Running Light (DRL) fitted alongside new taillamp with dual light guides, LED brake lights and six-spoke 18-inch wheel in silver-matt finish. The rear tailgate gets a split function with upper and lower opening sections and an all-new load cover. There is also a new, color-coordinated lower door moulding and redesigned bumper bar in silver metallic finish. Executive variant gets soft leather seats with ventilation and massage functions. R-Design XC90 gets redesigned interior upholstery, new inlays and door panels. It also receives a ‘bespoke chassis’ with 19-inch wheels.
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2a119aac87a25cf309fd813152a6a560_zpsd5ce Your son or daughter might have not remembered of the original XC90 if he or she's 12th this year. That's Volvo's mid-size SUV for you.
Next year, this is all about to change because there is an all-new XC90 developed under Geely's ownership of the Swede brand as it goes on sale after this year's October Paris motor show debut.
The second-gen XC90 sits on the automaker's new Scalable Platform Architecture (SPA) which will underpin all future large Volvos.
It will run exclusively on new 2.0-litre four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines and will be offered in optional front-wheel and standard all-wheel drive variants.
Plus, Apple's CarPlay interface will appear on the XC90's 9.3-inch center stack portrait touchscreen.
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Entity

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Hmmm, the lines are a lot more muted than the current version, and the bonnet is wider; it would look like a large sedan if viewed from the front.

 

All Geely's doing - same chassis platform for XC90 and S80?

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conti-man

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When there were not many lifestyle SUVs around, XC90 was popular and snapped up at like nobody's business. However, with the wide range of choices offered now by BM, Merc, Audi and Porsche, it now ranks low in terms of desirability both in terms of looks and driving enjoyment. Die-hard Volvo fans would rather go for the cheaper and more appealing XC60.

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Wyvern

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Outlook for the chassis is nice. Interior setup looks classy. Somehow I have this feeling like I am trying to fly a plane rather then driving a car. A bit too many function to use and look out for...? Anyone shares the same sentiments...? :)

 

Oh yes, not to forget, it's pricier... :)

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