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2009 Volvo XC90 Safety Review

June 22, 2009

SAFETY | 10 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Volvo takes particular pride in the XC90's reinforced roof design
Kelley Blue Book

impressive safety ratings
Edmunds

a ton of standard safety stuff
Car and Driver

The 2009 Volvo XC90 is one of the safest sport-utility vehicles, with some cutting-edge safety options available.

Edmunds reports that safety options on the Volvo XC90 include "power child safety locks, adaptive headlights and Volvo's Blind Spot Information System." Other standard safety gear includes front side and side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, stability and traction control, roll-stability control, and a rollover protection system.

Edmunds also praises "the center position in the second row [which] has an integrated child booster cushion that slides forward, allowing easier access to children in the back," and notes the Blind Spot Information System. Known as BLIS, "this bit of technology monitors vehicles entering the XC90's blind spots and warns the driver via indicator lights."

The 2009 Volvo XC90 is an IIHS Top Safety Pick. The Volvo scores five-star crash ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and is awarded a four-star rating for rollover resistance.

Kelley Blue Book notes, "Volvo takes particular pride in the XC90's reinforced roof design, which can provide an added measure of security in the event of a rollover accident."

Conclusion

The 2009 Volvo XC90 scores well in crash tests and has a raft of standard and optional safety gear.

SAFETY | 10 out of 10Expert Quotes:Volvo takes particular pride in the XC90's reinforced roof designKelley Blue Bookimpressive safety ratingsEdmundsa ton of standard safety stuffCar and Driver The 2009 Volvo XC90 is one of the safest sport-utility vehicles, with some cutting-edge safety options available. Edmunds reports that safety options on the Volvo XC90 include "power child safety locks, adaptive headlights and Volvo's Blind Spot Information System." Other standard safety gear includes front side and side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, stability and traction control, roll-stability control, and a rollover protection system. Edmunds also praises "the center position in the second row [which] has an integrated child booster cushion that slides forward, allowing easier access to children in the back," and notes the Blind Spot Information System. Known as BLIS, "this bit of technology monitors vehicles entering the XC90's blind spots and warns the driver via indicator lights." The 2009 Volvo XC90 is an IIHS Top Safety Pick. The Volvo scores five-star crash ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and is awarded a four-star rating for rollover resistance. Kelley Blue Book notes, "Volvo takes particular pride in the XC90's reinforced roof design, which can provide an added measure of security in the event of a rollover accident." ConclusionThe 2009 Volvo XC90 scores well in crash tests and has a raft of standard and optional safety gear. 2009 VOLVO XC90 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Edmunds: "overall design is getting a bit stale" Car and Driver: "V-8 version comes standard with 18-inch wheels for '08" Kelley Blue Book: "bigger, taller version of the popular XC70 wagon" J.D. Power: "new interior and exterior trim changes (V8 ...

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The 2009 Volvo XC90 has excellent competition in its class, with several decidedly more stylish rivals. The BMW X5 offers a small third-row seat and excellent dynamics, but a confusing interior. The VW and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class offer just two rows of seating; the Benz also comes in a high-powered V-8 version. The Acura MDX has Honda's enviably smooth engine and transmission, along with a relatively new shape, while the Volkswagen Touareg has great off-road capability.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By Dr. Debbie #1, Posted: 8/3/2009

    Horrible headrest! I cannot get comfortable in the Volvo XC-90...the headrest jutts out too far and forces my head forward and chin down...I can't drive this way. It seems very unnatural to me.

  2. By kris #2, Posted: 8/24/2009

    Loved my xc90 until i ad kids. Back seat not deep enough for cae seats. I need to move seats so far forward, can't stand riding in the SUV!!! DON'T RECOMMEND BUYING THIS SUV!!!!!!!!

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