Will the 2025 Volvo XC90 facelift come to India? Check price, features, and range
The 2025 Volvo XC90 range has been updated globally with a facelift, with which it retains its relevance among new rivals. Dubbed as a 2025-and-a-half model year update, the flagship SUV from the Swedish automaker gets refreshed with changes to both its exterior and interior. The XC90 is available in both six and seven-seater variants and brings a trio of powertrain options, out of which there are two mild-hybrids and one plug-in hybrid variant.
The 2025 XC90 facelift comes amid a revision to Volvo’s EV strategy. The carmaker initially had set the aim of establishing a 100 per cent EV-only portfolio by 2030. Quoting fears over charging infrastructure and government incentives, the carmaker pushed back on its ambitions. The plan now requires 90 to 100 per cent of global sales to be electrified, while the remaining 10 per cent can be allotted for a small number of hybrids if deemed necessary.
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Volvo Cars is gearing up to roll out an entire wave of and updated models after having scaled back their ambitions for a 100 per cent EV. Over the next two years, the carmaker is gearing up to launch 10 models, and this includes new models as well as updated or electrified iterations of old ones.
2025 Volvo XC90 facelift: Design
The latest updates bring a redesigned front grille with diagonal slats. The LED DRLs retain their signature Thor hammer-themed signature with slight tweaks and the front bumper has been updated with new air vents. The XC90 facelift comes riding on new alloy wheel options and gets a new pattern for its LED tail lights. These updates mark the second major facelift to the Volvo XC90 since its 2014 debut.
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The cabin features the new 11.2-inch infotainment touchscreen replacing the older nine-inch unit. The display is stacked vertically between the AC vents and above the climate control panel. The plug-in hybrid XC90 features a dedicated shortcut to access the electric-only drive mode. The updated cabin features more storage options, and Volvo says that the interior has been treated with improved sound insulation, allowing for a much quieter cabin.
2025 Volvo XC90 facelift: Powertrain options
The Volvo XC90 facelift carries over the same powertrains as before while completely dropping the diesel unit. All options are all-wheel drive and come mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The B5 powertrain comprises a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that makes 247 bhp and the B6 variant ups it to 297 bhp with a supercharger. Both of these are mild-hybrids and are accompanied by a 48-volt electric motor.
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The stronger, plug-in hybrid T8 comes with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that makes a combined 455 bhp of power. The front axle bears the petrol unit that makes 310 bhp on its own. This is combined with a 145 bhp rear motor and a 14.7 kWh battery pack. With this, the XC90 PHEV is going to bring 71 km of electric-only driving range. Volvo claims that the electric range for city driving will come to 89 km.
2025 Volvo XC90: Price and expectation
Volvo has announced that prices for the base mild-hybrid XC90 will start at $58,450 (approximately ₹49.25 lakh), while the plug-in hybrid model will be available from $73,000 (approximately ₹61.51 lakh). The 2025 Volvo XC90 facelift will arrive in India sometime in early 2025 and it will be limited to two out of the three globally available powertrain options. While the PHEV model tops the range on our shores, the base model will be configured with the B5 unit. As of yet, there are no details about pricing in India but the car is expected to fetch between ₹1.01 crore to ₹1.05 crore (ex-showroom).
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