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Volvo Xc90: Better and Better

As most vehicles age into theirexperience. It doesn't have the car-like
lifeline, the 2007 Volvo XC90 just getscharacteristics of the newer crossovers.
better and better, really more refined,SUVs got popular because of the upright,
and in its case the styling is enhancedhigh-performance, near-truck-like
with a new grille, bumpers anddriving characteristics which you get
taillights.with the XC90.
The car gets an all-new 3.2-literFor someone looking for a high-end SUV,
in-line six-cylinder engine thatthe Volvo XC90 remains a great car. The
replaces the previous five cylinder,center console dominated by two large
resulting in 235 horsepower, an increaseround dials for audio controls, the rest
of 27 hp, and an identical 236 lb.-ft.of the panel comprised of easy-to-read
of torque. Volvo is still offering theflush black buttons. And you've got to
V8 option that develops 311 horsepowerlove the little human graphic sitting in
and 325 lb.-ft. of torque. The newa seat that guide you on the climate
6-cylinder and the V8 both meet thecontrol functions. The dash and driver
stringent ULEV II emissions standards.cockpit includes laptops and cellphones.
The new six-cylinder produces enoughSteering wheel mounted controls are
power so that potential buyers don'tclean and simple to understand without
have to automatically default to the V8diving for the driver's manual. They
if they're looking to ensure they haveinclude audio and cruise control
enough power. It receivesfunctions with flat black buttons on the
color-coordinated side moldings and doorwheel's center padded area, and Volvo
handles while the V8 gains aluminum roofhas put easy to use front and rear
rails and color-coordinated wheel archwipers on the right stalk, with light
moldings. Both models sport new outsidecontrols on the left stalk, both mounted
mirrors with integrated turn signalson the column.
that flash three times with lightIt comes with third row seating that's
pressure on the turn signal stalk.standard with the eight-cylinder engine
An upgraded interior features a standardand optional with the six.
leather gearshift for the cylinder.It has "active" Bi-Xenon headlights with
Changes for the V8 include newbeams that swivel up to 15 degrees for
watch-dial instruments and optionalenhanced nighttime visibility [that cost
Sovereign Hide Chestnut Brown leather$800]. A high-power Dynaudio sound
upholstery. Selecting the Touringsystem is offered on the V8. An
Package for the V8 adds new Sapeli woodauxiliary input, MP3 capability and
inlays including the gearshift knob andsatellite radio preparation is standard
steering wheel, plus 18-inch "Camulus"on both models. Available on both models
alloy wheels to its already excellentis Volvo's state-of-the-art digital
Volvo parts. An auxiliary input, MP3video Blind Spot Information System
capability and satellite radio(BLIS).
preparation is standard on both models.Adhering to Volvo's core value of
Volvo maintains its benchmark statussafety, all XC90 models are equipped
with the XC90 because as Volvo's mostwith Roll Stability Control (RSC),
popular selling vehicle in the U.S.,Dynamic Stability and Traction Control
it's done something other high-end(DSTC), Side impact Protection System
brands haven't been able to do -- and(SIPS) with side airbags and Inflatable
that is really reflect the brand'sCurtains for all three rows.
values and identity through design andThe 2007 Volvo XC90 with the 3.2 liter
performance. There's a couple othersix-cylinder engine starts at $36,135,
high-end SUV makers that always leavewhile the V8 begins at $46,425; both
you with the impression all they've donehave a destination charge of $695. Some
is slap their badge on a truck becauseoption packages to look out for are the
they wanted to give their customers theclimate package that includes heated
option to have a high-end SUV. For theseats, for $675, as well as the
moment these other brands shall remainnavigation system that goes for $2,120.
nameless.The all-wheel drive package our tester
But the focus here is on the Volvo XC90had runs $1,850.
that delivers a traditional SUV driving



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