2004 Volvo XC90 Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　Changes are minimal for the XC90's second year on the market. All models get wheel and tire upgrades -- 2.5Ts will wear 225/70R17 rubber and T6s will wear 235/65R17 rubber, but both get the same 17-inch "Neptune" wheels. Ice White is a new exterior color choice. Stand-alone options now include a wood steering wheel, aluminum dash inlays and a leather shift knob.

　　

zzdcar says

　　Easy to drive and easy on the eyes, Volvo's first foray into the SUV arena has everything it needs to compete in this highly competitive category.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Volvo XC90 2.5T Fwd 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$253/mo  for XC90 2.5T

　　XC90 2.5T

　　2.5T Fwd 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A) - $34,790 MSRP2.5T AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A) - $36,565 MSRPT6 AWD 4dr SUV (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 4A) (Most Popular) - $40,965 MSRP

　　vs

　　$183/mo

　　Avg. Midsize SUV

　　

2004 XC90 Highlights

Trim: 2.5TT62.5T

　　

Base MSRP	$34,790
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	19 MPG
Cost to Drive	$253/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	41.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles