S90
The Volvo S90 is a luxury sedan produced by Swedish automaker Volvo. Introduced in 1996, it has evolved over the years to become the brand's flagship model. This page brings together the versions referenced by ScanRacer, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages, linking the model overview to version-by-year pages.
Variants by year
2024
2016
1996
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The Volvo S90 is a luxury sedan produced by Swedish automaker Volvo. Introduced in 1996, it has evolved over the years to become the brand's flagship model. This page brings together the versions referenced by ScanRacer, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages, linking the model overview to version-by-year pages.
History
The Volvo S90 was launched in 1996 as the Swedish automaker's flagship model. It was produced until 1998, before being replaced by the S80 in 1999. After a hiatus, the S90 was relaunched in 2017 on the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) platform, sharing design elements with the XC90 and V90 models. This new generation was praised for its elegant design and innovative technologies, including the Sensus infotainment system and plug-in hybrid engines. Production of the S90 ended in 2024, with the last model year being 2025. (volvocars.com)
Generations
The Volvo S90 has had two distinct generations. The first, produced from 1996 to 1998, was a luxury sedan based on the 900 series platform. It was replaced by the S80 in 1999. The second generation was launched in 2017 on the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) platform, sharing design elements with the XC90 and V90 models. This generation was praised for its elegant design and innovative technologies, including the Sensus infotainment system and plug-in hybrid engines. (volvocars.com)
Key differences
The first generation of the Volvo S90, produced from 1996 to 1998, was a luxury sedan based on the 900 series platform. It was replaced by the S80 in 1999. The second generation, launched in 2017 on the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) platform, shares design elements with the XC90 and V90 models. This generation was praised for its elegant design and innovative technologies, including the Sensus infotainment system and plug-in hybrid engines. (volvocars.com)
Photo recognition
To identify a first-generation Volvo S90 (1996-1998), look for design elements characteristic of the 900 series, such as round headlights and a traditional grille. The second generation (2017-2024) features Thor's Hammer headlights and a more modern grille, reflecting Volvo's current design language. (volvocars.com)
Important versions
The Excellence version of the second-generation Volvo S90 is an ultra-luxurious variant offering high-end features and superior comfort. It is available with plug-in hybrid engines, providing a combination of performance and energy efficiency. (media.volvocars.com)
References
- Volvo S90 - modèle 2017Volvo Car USA Newsroom
- Volvo S90 | Voiture de luxe classique | Volvo Car USAVolvo Car USA
- Volvo S90 | Berline de luxe | Volvo Car USAVolvo Car USA
- Volvo S90 - modèle 2020Volvo Cars Global Media Newsroom
- Volvo S90 - Données techniques - Volvo Car USA NewsroomVolvo Car USA Newsroom
- https://www.media.volvocars.com/us/en-us/models/s90/2024/pressreleasesmedia.volvocars.com
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Volvo S90 produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 1996 - 2024.