Have you reviewed the FWD Volvo XC90?
Hi,
Have you a review on the Volvo XC90 Momentum FWD?
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John Condren (Lusk/Dublin )Jun 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
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Hi John,
We've not reviewed that specific model, but you should be able to get a good idea from the versions we have tested, as listed below:
Volvo XC90 D4 FWD Inscription review
What SUVs have three Isofix seats?
What SUVs have three Isofix seats in the middle row? Thinking of putting two Maxi Cosi seats in middle and putting buggy in one seat's position if it's down, as I need the back two seats for children ages five and three. Most SUVs won't take buggy in boot space with seven seats in use. Is this idea viable or a non-runner?
Jim Donovan (Mallow)Jun 2016 Filed under: child or baby seats
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Hi Jim,
I think unless you’re going to go for a full-size SUV, such as a Land Rover Discovery, Audi Q7 or Volvo XC90, you’re going to struggle to find an SUV with three Isofix points in the back. Even the family-friendly Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe only have two outer seat Isofix mounts in the middle row. I’d suggest having a look at the Ford S-Max or Galaxy, or a SEAT Alhambra. These would seem to be the only cars that have the necessary Isofix points and the boot volume you’re looking for.
What cars can fit three child seats in the back?
What cars/SUVs can fit three child seats across the back?
Oonagh Mangan (Innishannon, Co Cork)Feb 2016 Filed under: child or baby seats
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Hi Oonagh,
Not many; you really need to be looking at MPVs such as the Volkswagen Touran and Toyota Verso, or the Ford S-Max or SEAT Alhmabra if you fancy something bigger. That said, the recently introduced Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage are just about wide enough, but it depends on what seats you're using. Also, larger seven-seat 4x4s such as the Volvo XC90 and Land Rover Discovery will take three-abreast, but they're expensive to buy.
Are electric cars a real option now?
Are electric cars a real option now? Looking to purchase a second hand car 2012 upwards. What do you think?
Paul Mccabe (Kilkenny)Jan 2016 Filed under: electric cars
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Hi Paul,
Yes, and no. And a bit yes. It still depends on your lifestyle and driving habits. Lots of short journeys, mostly around town? Don't mind taking the time to plan long journeys carefully and be prepared to take breaks for charge ups?
Things are getting dramatically better though. Nissan has just updated the Leaf with a new 30kwh battery (read our review of it here) that extends its range to around 250km, which is a lot more useful, and if you're suitably loaded a Tesla Model S can go for 500km between charges.
If you're not quite ready to take the full electric car plunge, how about a plugin hybrid? Short hops under electric power with a petrol engine for longer journeys. Try the Volkswagen Golf GTE, Audi A3 e-tron, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV or a Volvo XC90 T8.
However, if you're looking for a second hand car, your options with electric power are severely limited, as sales have been slow so far.
What is the car tax on a 2010 Volvo XC90?
What is the car tax on a 2010 Volvo XC90?
Darragh Caset (Tralee)Oct 2015 Filed under: taxation
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Hi Darragh,
All versions of the XC90 sold that year were in Band F, costing €1,200 per annum to tax.
Which seven-seater is is safest?
Which seven-seater is safest?
Sinead Sinclair Sinclair (Dublin)Jun 2015 Filed under: safety
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Hi Sinead,
Probably the Volvo XC90 - whatever about EuroNCAP scores, Volvo always makes its cars real-world safe, basing its design on data taken from actual, real accidents and not just lab testing.
If you mean something a bit more conventional and cheaper than an XC90, then according to EuroNCAP the best performing are the Volkswagen Sharan and SEAT Alhambra, both of which scored a maximum five stars, with the Sharan getting a 96 per cent mark for adult occupant protection, 80 per cent for kids, 46 per cent pedestrian protection and 71 per cent safety assist. The Alhambra's marks were identical.
Relevant reviews:
When will the new Volvo XC90 be on sale in Ireland?
When will the new Volvo XC90 be on sale in Ireland and do you expect it to be priced much higher than the current model? I am interested in one for next year.
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Andrew Kelly (Limerick)Jul 2014 Filed under: choosing new car
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Hi Andrew,
We asked Volvo Ireland about this. Here's what we were told:
"The Volvo XC90 will be launched at the Paris Motor Show in early October 2014. We expect first deliveries of the car in early 2015.
We expect to have prices confirmed in time for the Paris Motor Show.
Please contact your local Volvo Dealer to be kept updated on the latest news.
There is also a link on our website to keep the customer updated on any XC90 information that gets released: http://www.volvocars.com/ie/all-cars/all-new-volvo-xc90/pages/keep-me-updated.aspx "
For your information Andrew, we'll be at the global reveal of the XC90 on August 25th if we can help you answer anything else.
When can I get hold of the new Volvo XC90?
Do you know if the new model Volvo XC90 will be here in January or is it more likely mid-2015? Also any idea what price level it will be? I would expect it to be more expensive than the current model but will they try and pitch it at BMW X5/Audi Q7?
Andrew Kelly (Limerick)Jul 2014 Filed under: future cars
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Hi Andrew,
We asked Volvo Ireland this for you and here's the response:
"The Volvo XC90 will be launched at the Paris Motor Show in early October 2014. We expect first deliveries of the car in early 2015.
We expect to have prices confirmed in time for the Paris Motor Show.
Please contact your local Volvo Dealer to be kept updated on the latest news.
There is also a link on our website to keep the customer updated on any XC90 information that gets released:
http://www.volvocars.com/ie/all-cars/all-new-volvo-xc90/pages/keep-me-updated.aspx"
Hope that helps
How much is the tax on a the Volvo XC90?
How much is the tax on a the Volvo XC90?
Anne Hilty (Portumna, Co.galway)May 2014 Filed under: taxation
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Hi Anne,
An all-new Volvo XC90 is due in Ireland in 2015 so the current car is being phased out. The last examples sold in the country are in either D4 or D5 diesel spec with a Geartronic automatic gearbox. They both sat in Band F for road tax, costing €1,200 per annum.
What price should I look for when selling a Volvo XC90?
What price should I look for when selling a Volvo XC90 with 107,000 miles on the clock from two owners?
Peter Morgan (Dublin)May 2014 Filed under: used car values
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Hi Peter,
It depends on the year but with that sort of mileage XC90s seem to vary from as little as €9,000 to as much as €19,000 for a fully-loaded model from a main dealer. I'd say a safe enough bet would be to ask for around €11,000.
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