Volvo have made quite the interesting release with the 2016 XC90, and the model has already been enjoying some nice attention from all sides. That includes a “Car of the Year” award from Auto Express, which further drove up the interest in it and made people consider it as a serious option. And while reviews were somewhat slow to come out initially, they have already been pouring out at a steady pace and we’re noticing a particular trend among them – pretty much everyone who speaks about the model does so in a positive way and there is a lot of praise for the new Volvo from all sides.
The model has received a lot of special attention from Volvo’s designers and engineers, and it’s obviously aimed at drivers who know exactly what they want from their car and they know how to get the most on the road. There are various interesting additions to the design that might make the new XC90 look a bit weird to most fans, but in the end this is a niche model and not exactly as mainstream as the company’s other releases.
At the same time, the attention towards this model has been coming in from a surprisingly large audience, so Volvo could have definitely figured out a way to make a good combination between mainstream and niche with this model. It’s true that many people are talking about the SUV in a positive light even outside of Volvo’s own circle of fans, so it’s a nice design in any case.
Its performance on the road is stellar, according to most reviewers, and it’s the kind of vehicle that not only helps the driver and passengers feel safe, but it can also deliver a surprising amount of power while also remaining very elegant and somewhat sneaky on the road. It’s an interesting experience and something that every driver should experience at least once, and the new 2016 XC90 is probably one of the only models on the market that can offer such a unique combination.
Other than its solid performance under the hood, it also has various elements in its design that help make it a more comfortable, enjoyable experience for everyone inside. Controlling the various instruments of the model is as easy as using the large, elegant touchscreen and navigating its carefully designed menus.
A lot of work has gone into this part of the vehicle in particular as the touchscreen is reportedly surprisingly responsive and the menus are laid out in a nice, intuitive way. It’s worth noting that car manufacturers are still trying to figure out the perfect formula for the design of a car’s menus on a touchscreen device, but they are definitely getting closer and closer, and the 2016 Volvo XC90 seems to be a step in the right direction. The car is designed to be easy to use even by people who aren’t very tech savvy and don’t use a touchscreen on a daily basis.
And of course, the whole interior of the model is covered in luxury materials including high-grade leather and various nice-looking metal parts. Everything just screams luxury once a person sets foot inside the vehicle, and this is obviously a major aspect of its design that was created on purpose. It looks like Volvo have been extra careful to make this car as impressive as possible on the inside, making for a very nice ride for longer trips.