2023 Volvo V90 Cross Country Wagon

　　

2023 Volvo V90 Cross Country Review

byJosh JacquotCorrespondent

　　Josh Jacquot is an automotive journalist at zzdcar., rating written byJosh JacquotNews Editor

　　Nick Yekikian has worked in the automotive industry since 2019. He has written close to a thousand car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 200 vehicles over the course of his career. Nick is the News Editor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Automobile Magazine and Super Street. When Nick isn't zipping around town in his latest used-car find, he's probably making digital art in Photoshop or playing disc golf with friends.

　　The 2023 V90 Cross Country is Volvo's biggest wagon. And like the generations of Volvo wagons that preceded it, it's a pragmatic and useful one. Volvo recently did away with the standard V90, leaving only this raised all-wheel-drive Cross Country version to do its bidding against the Germans in the off-roady wagon segment. If you're looking for a vehicle with large cargo and passenger space that doesn't drive like a tall SUV, you should consider the V90 Cross Country.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Volvo V90 Cross Country B6 Plus 4dr Wagon AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) 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

　　$188/mo  for V90 Cross Country B6 Plus

　　V90 Cross Country B6 Plus

　　B6 Plus 4dr Wagon AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $58,450 MSRPB6 Ultimate 4dr Wagon AWD (2.0L 4cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) (Most Popular) - $64,050 MSRP

　　vs

　　$198/mo

　　Avg. Large Car

　　For 2023, Volvo offers the V90 Cross Country in two trim levels, Plus and Ultimate. Some of last year's stand-alone options are incorporated into the base Plus trim, improving its value. Volvo's stunning interiors deserve calling out as they're remarkable even in base-trim cars. And from the outside, the V90 sells itself as a fully indulgent luxury vehicle. Check out the Expert Rating below for more on this Volvo wagon. Alternatively, you could consider its key rivals: the Audi A6 Allroad and Mercedes-Benz E 450 All-Terrain.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　7.8

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

8.0/10

　　How does the V90 Cross Country drive? The V90 provides ample oomph for the daily commute along with predictable and confident stopping power, and the addition of the new mild hybrid system makes this powertrain one of the smoothest out there. The engine reacts quickly, and any transmission clunkiness we experienced before has vanished. Thanks to nearly 300 horsepower and the benefit of all-wheel drive, the V90 Cross Country scooted to 60 mph in just 6.5 seconds. Not bad for a wagon that weighs over two tons.

　　The steering feels direct and accurate, and with power going to all four wheels, you can actually get the big wagon to move neatly around some corners. A bit more ground clearance with all-wheel drive means the Cross Country fares better than a standard V90 on unpaved and slippery roads. Overall, this smooth-operating luxury wagon is better to drive than it needs to be, and that's a good thing.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the V90 Cross Country? The V90 Cross Country's interior will be familiar to anyone who's sat in a Volvo recently. The chic, minimalist design works well, and there's an air of Swedish diligence about the cabin. The seats are luscious with great adjustability, and the climate controls help keep the cabin at the right temperature thanks to their powerful (but silent) operation. 

　　One gripe with the interior was the excessive wind noise we heard while cruising at freeway speeds. It's nothing the stereo can't drown out, but it's obvious if you're wanting a little peace and quiet on your drive. It's the only part of the V90's interior that spoils what is otherwise a true luxury experience, and it's the type of annoyance that Mercedes and Audi do a better job of filtering out.

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