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    2016 Volvo XC90

    The 2016 Volvo XC90 is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $97,900 for the Momentum variant and topping out at $136,900 for the R-Design variant.

    There are 3 variants of the XC90 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2015.

    The 2016 XC90 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Volvo XC90 include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (165kW/470Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo & supercharger (235kW/400Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo & supercharger hybrid (294kW/640Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $97,900 - $136,900
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Unleaded, or Electric
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or Phev
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    Retail Price
    $97,900 - $136,900
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Unleaded, or Electric
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or Phev

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    2016 Volvo XC90

    Available Variants

    The Volvo XC90 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Momentum and the most expensive being R-Design.

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    Power to Weight
    77.46 - 110.59 kW/t
    66.05 kW/t
    181.39 kW/t
    Boot Space
    314 litres
    314 litres
    784 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    2.1 - 8.5 L/100km
    2.1 L/100km
    13.8 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    835 - 1,145 km
    741 km
    1,458 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 5 years
    1 year
    6 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,750 - 3,010 kg
    2,575 kg
    3,250 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,700 kg
    2,000 kg
    3,500 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    238 mm
    159 mm
    278 mm

    Battery & Charging

    Vehicle Range (EV)
    40 km
    31 km
    40 km
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    2016 Volvo XC90

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    2026

    $108,990

    Ultra Bright

    2026

    $114,990

    Ultimate Bright

    2024

    $114,990

    Ultra

    2026

    $161,990

    Year
    2026
    2024
    Engine Type
    2.0L Mhev
    2.0L Phev
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    184 kW
    335 kW
    221 kW

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    2016 Volvo XC90

    Dimensions

    4,950 mm
    1,931 mm
    1,776 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,950 mm
    Overall Width1,931 mm
    Overall Height1,776 mm
    Wheelbase2,984 mm
    Turning Circle11,900 mm
    Load Capacity620 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2016 Volvo XC90

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Volvo XC90 is the Momentum variant that starts from $97,900.

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    The most expensive Volvo XC90 is the R-Design variant that starts from $136,900.

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    The best towing capacity of a Volvo XC90 is 2700 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Volvo XC90 is the Inscription variant which measures 2008mm wide, 4950mm in length and sits 1776mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 294kW of power and 640nm of torque are the Inscription and R-Design variants.

    The Volvo XC90 is built in Sweden and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Volvo XC90 is the Inscription variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3010 kg.

    The Volvo XC90 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel, Electric or Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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