Author/Test Editor: Özgür Sunay
455 horsepower 2023 Volvo S90 T8 AWD Plug-in Hybrid can reach 0-100 km in 4.7 seconds and we have a test drive of 2500 km in 36 hours with my assistant teammate. We first reached Tosya of 485 kilometers through the Samsun road. We went to Bolu in the opposite direction from Tosya to 227 km and 188 km after Bolu, we had a coffee break at Bilkent Center in Ankara like 6-7 in the morning. Until the morning, we traveled 900 km in about 10 hours. Then, we returned to Istanbul Kadıköy directly from Ankara and traveled 456 km. A few hours later, we set out from Istanbul and traveled 375 km and reached Akçay at midnight via Havran and Edremit. We returned to Istanbul with 375 km from Akçay at noon and returned to Istanbul with Volvo S90. In a total of 2500 km, we had incredible adventurous moments with the Volvo S90 T8 in our test drive.
In 2021, Volvo Cars introduced the new Recharge Plug-in hybrid power transfer systems for the XC60, S90 and V90 series. Thanks to this system, the new Volvo S90 T8 vehicle can reach a full electric range of up to 90 kilometers without consuming fuel thanks to its developed additional electric and hybrid transfer bodies.
In addition, the Volvo S90 T8 AWD Plug-in Hybrid car “Lithium-Zion Battery” electric motor maximum power of 65 kW and electric motor maximum torque 240nm with 310 horsepower Volvo S90 T8, exactly 455 horsepower can reach the power of 455 horsepower. 2023 model Volvo S90 T8 When we look at the exterior design; With a length of 4969mm, it stands out as the longest car in its class. At the same time, the S90 has a width of 1890mm. 1825kg. The S90, which weighs, has the capacity to pull a trailer with 2100kg brake.
When we look at the rear side fender design section in the S90, the long and wide structure of the front and the rear baggage volume has a large area of 500 liters. It also has a 60 -liter fuel tank. To prevent the load from slipping during transportation, the mat is covered with a layer of material that increases friction. Mop also has elevated edges that effectively prevent dirt and water from infiltration into the luggage compartment. When you want to install trailer in the S90 vehicle “Trailer balance aid”The system and other features come to the forefront. For example, by pressing a button in the luggage compartment, you can make the pulling bar out of any difficulty in a practical way. In addition, as a part of the ESC balance system, the trailer auxiliary balance (TSA), especially lateral, monitors the vehicle movements, especially when the slip is detected, the individual wheel braking is used. It is enough to regain control.
When we look at our Volvo S90 T8 in terms of interior design; First of all, the handmade crystal gear lever produced by Orrefors from the original Swedish crystal attracts attention with its excellent internal structure and design. Open Nappa Leather Multidimcinable and Adjustable Seats, Air Coladry, Classic Volvo simplicity starting from the instrument panel, luxury, splendor and sporty power, multiple seat upholstery from the steering wheel, multiple seat upholstery from quality leather, the simplicity of Volvo Cars and “uniqueness”. “I’m here” is met in the interior that promises a very different driving pleasure to the user.
In the S90, the back passenger section of the back passenger width is 1,420 mm, and the rear passenger leg distance offers a large internal volume of 911 mm. Sunroof is also available for rear passengers, adjustable heated seats, air conditioning outputs and USB ports. Thanks to the seating angle of the rear seats, passengers can select the S90 for high -level driving in the rear area.
Volvo S90 T8’s driving features: 2023 Volvo S90 Gasoline T8 TWEN 4 -cylinder compressor and the B4204T34 type, a continuous four -wheel drive AWD turbo engine. The 1969 CC engine volume also has an electric motor. It writes gasoline/electric in the license. The T8 AWD engine produces 310 horsepower. In addition to the sequential 4-cylinder e-boost engine with turbocharged gasoline injection, the electric motor provides an additional 140 horsepower. In this way, the Volvo S90 T8 Plug-in hybrid vehicle can reach a total of 450 horsepower.
On the front of the S90, there are dual swing suspension, spiral springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar, while the transverse composite leaf plays integrated axle, hydraulic shock absorbers, balancing rod. When we look at the brake system in our S90 T8 vehicle, electronic brake distribution (EBD) and electronic braking support (EBA) locking Brake System (ABS) are remarkable. With electrical aided creamy and pinion steering with use “Hard” or “soft” It creates the possibility of use in two different ways.
When we look at the Volvo S90 T8 driving modes; Hybrid, Power, Pure (fully electric) and continuous AWD driving modes are available in our vehicle. The S90 T8, which can reach 0 from 0 to 100 km in 4.7 seconds, is not deprived of this performance in hybrid mode test drive and other driving modes. The acceleration of our vehicle in all driving modes maintains the same effect. Thanks to the ergonomic crystal gear lever that we are accustomed to other Volvo models, it provides a very useful performance in manual gear reduction in the vehicle and in fast and challenging bends. Our vehicle automatically switches to 4 × 4 four -wheel drive mode when necessary in Hybrid, Power and Pure modes depending on road conditions, depending on road conditions. In this way, the fuel consumption values of our vehicle do not increase much. When we selected AWD mode in our S90 T8 T8 in slippery, rugged road conditions or rainy weather, we managed to enter the bends safely at high speeds thanks to the constant four -wheel drive mode and performed our performance. Maximum performance without being affected by negative road conditions. During our test drive, the wide found in our Volvo S90 255/40/R19 Our Michelin Primacy tires And thanks to our 19 -inch multi -sleeve alloy wheels, wide front and rear tires prevented our vehicle from slipping in road conditions. In addition, our vehicle is 345 mm in the front, 320 mm brake disk in the back, thanks to the strong braking structure in difficult conditions and sudden slowing allows us to reduce our speed. . Depending on road conditions.
I did not experience the slightest feeling of fatigue in our long road test in the Volvo S90, where I took 2500 km continuously. My teammate supported me about this and became a great teammate. Although the Volvo S90 T8 engine has a speed limit of 185 km, we can say that the vehicle could easily reach the speed of 260-270 km immediately and promise that it could lead to tirelessly at these speeds.
Considering the construction and chassis structure of the vehicle, the S90 model, which is the basis of all new Volvo models, stands out from its competitors Mercedes, Audi and BMW with its more affordable and affordable price in its own segment, and gives the driver more confidence in every sense for long distance use.
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