2008 Volvo XC90

The 2008 Volvo XC90 is a large SUV.

There are 3 variants of the XC90 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2007.

The 2008 XC90 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

Engine options for the Volvo XC90 include 2.4L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (136kW/400Nm), 3.2L in-line 6-cylinder (175kW/320Nm) and 4.4L v8 (232kW/440Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.

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Transmission: 6-speed auto

Driven Wheels: 4x4

Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded or Diesel

Body Types: SUV

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Transmission: 6-speed auto

Driven Wheels: 4x4

Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded or Diesel

Body Types: SUV

Powertrain Type: N/A

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2008 Volvo XC90

Features & Specs

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2008 Volvo XC90

Available Variants

The Volvo XC90 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being 3.2 and the most expensive being V8.

3.2

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Power to Weight

65.73 - 110.37 kW/t

56.29 kW/t

166.26 kW/t

Boot Space

249 litres

958 litres

Fuel Efficiency

9 - 13.5 L/100km

9 L/100km

15.9 L/100km

Warranty (Years)

3 years

2 years

3 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

100,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

1 year

3 years

7 years

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

2,750 - 2,770 kg

2,750 kg

3,175 kg

Braked Towing Capacity

2,250 kg

3,500 kg

Approach Angle

28°

34°

Departure Angle

25°

22.3°

33.6°

Ground Clearance Unladen

218 mm

194 mm

300 mm

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Historical Information

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Plus Bright

2026

$100,786

Plus Bright

2027

$105,007

Ultra Dark

2026

$107,247

Ultra Dark

2027

$113,407

Plus Dark

2026

$121,986

Plus Dark

2027

$129,157

Year

2027

2026

Engine Type

2.0L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle

2.0L PHEV

Fuel

Premium Unleaded

Electric

Transmission

Automatic

Body Type

SUV

Number of Doors

5 Doors

Drivetrain

4x4

Maximum Power

183 kW

340 kW

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2008 Volvo XC90

Dimensions

4,807 mm

1,909 mm

1,784 mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

Specification	Measurement
Overall Length	4,807 mm
Overall Width	1,909 mm
Overall Height	1,784 mm
Wheelbase	2,857 mm
Turning Circle	12,500 mm
Load Capacity	681 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest Volvo XC90?

The cheapest Volvo XC90 is the 3.2 variant that starts from $69,950.

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What is the most expensive Volvo XC90?

The most expensive Volvo XC90 is the V8 variant that starts from $90,950.

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What is the best towing capacity of a Volvo XC90?

The best towing capacity of a Volvo XC90 is 2250 kg shared by all variants.

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What is the largest Volvo XC90 sold in Australia?

The largest Volvo XC90 is the 3.2 variant which measures 1909mm wide, 4807mm in length and sits 1784mm tall.

What is the most powerful Volvo XC90 sold in Australia?

The most powerful Volvo XC90 is the V8 variant which has 232kW of power and 440nm of torque.

Where is the Volvo XC90 built?

The Volvo XC90 is built in Sweden and shipped to Australia.

What is the heaviest Volvo XC90 sold in Australia?

The heaviest Volvo XC90 is the V8 variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2770 kg.

What sort of fuel does the Volvo XC90 use?

The Volvo XC90 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.

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† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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