2017 Volvo S90 vs. 2018 Volvo S90
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 Volvo S90 and 2018 Volvo S90 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2017 Volvo S90 and the 2018 Volvo S90.
When we compare the 2017 Volvo S90's and the 2018 Volvo S90's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Volvo S90 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2018 Volvo S90 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2017 Volvo S90 and 2018 Volvo S90 have the same fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Volvo S90's and the 2018 Volvo S90's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2017 Volvo S90 ranges from $14,992 to $26,930 while a used 2018 Volvo S90 is priced between $16,619 to $28,996.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2017 Volvo S90 and the 2018 Volvo S90 both lose 56.8 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S90 is 7.1 out of 10. Volvo S90 is ranked 19 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Volvo S90 is 7.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 Volvo S90 and the 2018 Volvo S90 makes 250 horsepower. Both the S90 and the S90 are rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the 2017 Volvo S90 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear leg room. The 2018 Volvo S90 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$46,950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$54,696
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$27,065 - $119,800
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$48,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$57,329
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$24,990 - $119,800
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$21,129
Price Range:
$14,992 - $26,930
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$26,041
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$16,057 - $49,853
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
32
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
77,982
# Good or Great Deals:
13
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,944
Price Range:
$16,619 - $28,996
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$31,667
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$18,314 - $65,017
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
85
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
73,376
# Good or Great Deals:
29
Volvo S90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Volvo S90
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.5 - 7.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Volvo S90
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
5.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2 - 8.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.9 - 12.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1 - 27.9
Volvo S90 Rankings
Ranking
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10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
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27 out of / 29Volvo S90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
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23 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2017 Volvo S90 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum
2018 Volvo S90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4012 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
195.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3870 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
200.1 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone / Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Magic Blue Metallic / Mussel Blue Metallic
Gray
Luminous Sand Metallic / Osmium Grey Metallic
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Metallic / Ice White
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone / Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Mussel Blue Metallic
Gray
Luminous Sand Metallic / Osmium Grey Metallic
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Metallic
Brown
Maple Brown Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Amber
Black
Charcoal / Charcoal with Charcoal Interior
White
Blond with Blond/Charcoal Interior
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Amber with Charcoal Interior
Black
Charcoal with Charcoal Interior
White
Blond with Blond/Charcoal Interior
Brown
Maroon Brown with Charcoal Interior
