Opinions on this used 2020 V90 T6 please. Things to check?

[maggs]

I own a factory ordered 2020 V90 Inscription T6 AWD (non-R, non-CC). 41 months, 37K miles. Other than BLIS acting funny a few times (software update resolved), my car has been flawless. Pros: Extremely comfortable seats, particularly for long distance drives (perforated nappa leather, heated/cooled), good handling, problem free and the car looks stunning (get a lot of compliments). Cons: Due to low profile tires (255/40/19) and suspension, ride on irregular road surfaces can get a little harsh and the tire noise can get into the cabin; relatively small gas tank (15 gallons) hurts long distance travel range (approx. 400 miles). Would I buy it again? Yes. No car is perfect. MPG: approx. 22/23 city and 29/31 highway, using high test gas

[ctrobk]

I know this post is over a month old but I thought I would add my two cents for what it's worth if anyone is considering a Volvo. I currently own a 2018 V90. I bought it used two years ago with a small portion of the factory warranty remaining. I made sure to purchase an extended warranty with the vehicle. I am sure glad I did. Today's Volvo's are not the Volvo's of the past. In the two years I have owned it, I have had to have the software flashed two times due to a "park brake unavailable" error. Unfortunately software updates are not covered under the extended warranty. Thankfully the dealer did not charge me the second time the error occurred. I also had an AC leak. The first time it was diagnosed it was under factory warranty and the dealer replaced a hose they said was leaking and recharged the system. A year later, the AC wasn't working correctly, the passenger side was cold but the drivers side was not. Dealer determined it was an evaporator leak. A $3800 repair luckily covered by extended warranty after $250 deductible. Following that repair, the Homelink and compass stopped working on the rear view mirror. Dealer gave an estimate for $800 to replace with a new one. This wasn't covered under the extended warranty. Luckily I was able to find one on ebay for $150 off the same year XC90. Literally 15 minutes to replace myself. Now I am receiving an error my rear marker lights are not working. The lights work temporarily when starting the car or unlocking the car but turn off shortly thereafter. Research shows these lights are prone to moisture and the computer senses an issue with the current and shuts it down. I suspect this will not be covered under warranty.

I have continuously owned a Volvo since 2002. My favorite vehicle and most reliable was my 2003 V70. I put over 213k miles on it and wouldn't think twice about taking it cross country. My 2015 XC60 couldn't go more than 1k miles before needing a quart of oil.

I will keep this V90 until the warranty runs out. Way too many issues in the short time I have owned it to keep without a warranty. I will say this will be our last Volvo.

On a side note, my in-laws swear by their Subaru. I have driven their Outback on long trips (NY-FL-NY). It's not a bad car but not in the same league as a Volvo.

[maggs]

I own a factory ordered 2020 V90 Inscription T6 AWD (non-R, non-CC). The Estate Wagon model. Purchased in 6/2020. As of 3/2024, I now have 38K miles. No significant issues to-date. Warranty repairs have included software update for the blind side warning system (BLIS), software reflash for infotainment screen booting (within the first 6 months of purchase) and fixing the rear roof glass rubber seal joint. MPG is normally around 23/24 city and 29/31 highway on 93 octane gas from Costco. Sure-footed handling (255/40/19) tires. Excellent seat comfort, but the non-CC ride is a bit harder (the V90CC came with 235/50/19 tires which provide a softer ride, as well as reduce tire road noise). By the 2019 model year my understanding is that most of the significant problems associated with the 2016/2017 initial models were rectified, along with some improvement to SENSUS. I believe, at least for the 2019 and 2020 models, the driver can permanently shut off the stop/start feature. For other model years, the driver can only temporally shut it off each time they use the car. My friend owns a 2019 V90CC has had no issues.

Regarding rear storage, due to the severely sloped roof line, the rear cargo area "useable" space is somewhat compromised. True of the V90 and the V60. The older "box" design provided much more "useable" storage space, IMO.

Regarding the T6, it's turbo and supercharged, so there is a potential is for costly repairs down-the-road. 2016-2018 models can develop supercharger seal leaks, which cost approximately $5000 at a Volvo dealer to fully address. I haven't read about this being as big an issue with 2019+ engines. In buying a used model, look for roof drain leaks (clogging can occur in the A and C pillars ... most cars/brands have this issue) and oil consumption (the 2016 and 2017 models had an piston oil ring that could clog up). I believe the SPA-era Volvo engines use a timing belt, as opposed to a chain. As such, at around 10 years and/or 150K miles, it's recommended to have the belt replaced (upwards of $2000 at the dealer).