2016 Volvo XC90
US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
The 2016 Volvo XC90 is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; PHEV)
- Power
- 449 hp (335 kW)
- Torque
- 523 lb-ft (709 Nm)
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Plug-in hybrid
- Economy
- 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) combined
- Seating
- 7 seats
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; PHEV) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Varies by configuration: Supercharged, Turbocharged | |
| Power | 449 hp (335 kW) | |
| Torque | 523 lb-ft (709 Nm) | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Plug-in hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Performance
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 5.3 s | |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) | |
| Towing capacity | 4,960 lb (2,250 kg) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD |
Dimensions
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 195.0 in (4,953 mm) | |
| Width | 79.1 in (2,008 mm) | |
| Height | 69.9 in (1,776 mm) | |
| Wheelbase | 117.5 in (2,984 mm) | |
| Ground clearance | 9.4 in (238 mm) |
Weight
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 5,148 lb (2,335 kg) |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | |
| Electric range | 33 mi (53 km) | |
| Battery capacity | 18.8 kWh |
Capacity
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | |
| Doors | 5 |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Payload, Gross vehicle weight rating, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 3, 2026.
23V827000: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.…
Reported December 7, 2023. View on NHTSA
21V273000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles. Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible.
Remedy: Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will update the rear seat control display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo…
Reported April 21, 2021. View on NHTSA
19V308000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2016 XC90 vehicles. Exposure to heat and humidity may cause the engine coolant bleeder hose to crack, resulting in a coolant leak.
Remedy: Volvo Cars will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine side coolant bleeder hose, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall…
Reported April 17, 2019. View on NHTSA
16V798000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at…
Reported November 2, 2016. View on NHTSA
16V690000: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Volvo XC90 and S90 vehicles manufactured April 15, 2015 through September 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the drain hose for the air conditioning may leak into the passenger compartment due to a drain hose installation error during manufacturing.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose for proper installation, replacing the hose as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on November the 14, 2016. Owners may contact…
Reported September 26, 2016. View on NHTSA
16V268000: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to April 23, 2016. The sunroofs on the affected vehicles have a switch on the overhead console that may not be adequately recessed to prevent the switch from being unintentionally pressed. When pressed, the sunroof may fully close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software upgrade that disables the auto-close function, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting…
Reported May 4, 2016. View on NHTSA
15V497000: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to July 10, 2015. The third row seating side curtain air bags may not fully inflate.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will modify the D-pillar interior panels to allow full inflation of the third row airbags, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Care at…
Reported August 6, 2015. View on NHTSA
15V342000: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to May 19, 2015. The affected vehicles have front seats whose wiring harness for the Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) may have been routed incorrectly.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the SIPS wiring, correcting the routing and installing a protective sleeve as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo…
Reported June 3, 2015. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 6, 2026
Data verified: November 6, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2016 Volvo XC90 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
How much horsepower does the 2016 Volvo XC90 have?
449 hp (335 kW), as listed by our sources.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Volvo XC90?
Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
What is the electric range of the 2016 Volvo XC90?
33 mi (53 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.
Is the 2016 Volvo XC90 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.
How many seats does the 2016 Volvo XC90 have?
7 seats.
How long is the 2016 Volvo XC90?
195.0 in (4,953 mm).
Are there recalls for the 2016 Volvo XC90?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 3, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.