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Car and Driver
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
View Exterior Photos of the 2026 Volvo XC60
Volvo says the T8 can get to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, but we managed 4.2 in our previous testing of this powertrain.
Car and Driver
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Volvo XC90 Hybrid Review, Pricing, and Specs
Specs See all specs EPA MPGe 27 Combined Seating 6–7 Seats Powertrain Hybrid Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive Limited Warranty 4 Years/50,000 Miles Overview Thanks to updates that came midway through the 2025 model year, the Volvo XC90 T8 hybrid looks just as fresh and contemporary as ever, inside and out. Beneath those clean Scandinavian lines lives a 455-hp gas-electric powertrain consisting of a turbocharged inline-four up front and an electric motor on the rear axle (nonhybrid versions are also available and reviewed separately). Together, they offer smooth operation no matter which parts are contributing, and a 4.8-second run to 60 mph is nothing to sneeze at. Our one dynamic gripe is that its suspension verges on harsh, especially over broken pavement. If you'd rather have something in the same general shape but with a bigger battery and no gas engine, the all-electric EX90 may be for you. What's New for 2026? The XC90 received some big updates midway through the 2025 model year. We don't expect much, if anything, to change this year. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2026 Volvo XC90 Hybrid starts at $77,495 and goes up to $84,695 depending on the trim and options. Core $77,495 Plus $80,145 Ultra $84,695 0 $25k $50k $75k $100k $125k $150k While the Plus trim adds some welcome extras, including a heated steering wheel, a 360-degree camera system, and heated rear seats, the base Core trim is well-equipped enough to make it the better buy. It offers desirable features like a panoramic roof, power-adjustable and heated front seats, adaptive cruise control, and a host of standard safety features. Want to compare the 2026 Volvo XC90 Hybrid to other vehicles you're interested in? Our new compare tool provides a comprehensive, side-by-side look at up to five cars of your choice. Compare Cars Engine, Transmission, and Performance The XC90 T8 makes use of a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that works with a rear-axle-mounted electric motor and a 14.7-kWh battery to whip up 455 horsepower and 523 pound-feet of torque. As with all new XC90s, the T8 PHEV is only available with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. While we had issues with the complicated and unrefined turbo- and supercharged powertrain in earlier versions of the T8, the newer turbocharged-only engine and accompanying hybrid system provide a much more refined driving experience. The transitions between electric and gas propulsion are now seamless. The brake pedal is also noteworthy for its linear response during either regenerative or friction braking. The XC90 T8 gets only passing marks when it comes to its road manners, but it does have nicely weighted steering and nimbler handling than expected for such a large and heavy SUV. When we drove the loaded XC90 T8 with the air-suspension upgrade, we found its ride to be a bit too firm, but we haven't yet driven the base suspension on Michigan's roads to see how its tuning improvements play out. 0–60-MPH Times At our test track, the updated XC90 T8 got to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds. That's a bit slower than before, but it's still competitive among other PHEV luxury SUVs. View Exterior Photos Volvo Towing and Payload Capacity The XC90 T8 has the highest maximum towing capacity in the XC90 lineup and can pull up to 5290 pounds. Range, Charging, and Battery Life The T8 plug-in hybrid uses a 14.7-kWh battery pack that's good for an EPA-estimated 32 miles of driving range per charge. In our real-world highway range testing, we achieved a result of 25 miles. While the battery can't quick-charge on a DC fast-charger, it can be charged at home or Level 2 public charging stations. Volvo claims that the T8 takes around five hours to charge from 0 to 100 percent when using a 240-volt, 16-amp outlet. Volvo also provides a provision in the XC90's drive modes to hold the battery's charge for later use or add charge while the gas engine powers the car. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe The EPA hasn't released any fuel-economy information for the 2026 XC90 Hybrid yet, but the 2025 model earned ratings of 58 MPGe with the electric motor pitching in and 27 mpg combined without. During our 75-mph real-world highway fuel-economy test, the XC90 T8 fell short of those ratings, earning just 49 MPGe and 25 mpg in hybrid mode. MPGe stands for miles per gallon of gas equivalent, an EPA metric that estimates PHEV and EV vehicle fuel efficiency. For more information about the XC90's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo The XC90's interior is a masterpiece of restraint, featuring an artful design and high-quality materials that together create a warm, upscale ambiance. Last year's updates brought upgraded materials, a redesigned dashboard, a revised center console, and new textile upholstery options. All models are offered with either a six- or seven-seat layout. Adults won't be happy in the third row, however, especially if the journey is long. The XC90's wide, boxy silhouette helps in the cargo-hauling department, but interior storage compartments aren't as cavernous as in some competitors. View Interior Photos Volvo Infotainment and Connectivity A handsome, tablet-like 11.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, as is a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster; if you want it, a head-up display is optional. The software interface is derived from Google's Android Automotive system, but Apple CarPlay is standard for iPhone users. The system features in-dash navigation based on Google Maps, and users can interact via voice with the Google Assistant. A ten-speaker stereo system is standard and features a 220-watt amplifier, but two different premium audio setups are available: a 600-watt, 14-speaker Harman/Kardon stereo or a 1410-watt, 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins setup. Safety and Driver-Assistance Features Volvo's commitment to safety is legendary, and its three-row crossover has a loaded roster of driver-assistance technology. For more information about the XC90's crash test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include: Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist Standard adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature Warranty and Maintenance Coverage The XC90 has a merely average warranty plan versus competitors. However, Volvo outdoes them by offering excellent complimentary scheduled maintenance. Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles Electrical components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles Complimentary maintenance is covered for three years or 36,000 miles Specifications Specifications 2025 Volvo XC90 T8 Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear-motor, rear/all-wheel-drive, 6-passenger, 4-door wagon PRICE Base/As Tested: $74,295/$88,695 POWERTRAIN turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve 2.0-liter inline-4, 310 hp, 295 lb-ft + AC motor, 145 hp, 228 lb-ft (combined output: 455 hp, 523 lb-ft; 15-kWh lithium-ion battery pack; 3.7-kW onboard charger) Transmissions, F/R: 8-speed automatic/direct-drive CHASSIS Suspension, F/R: control arms/multilink Brakes, F/R: 14.4-in vented disc/13.4-in vented disc Tires: Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season 275/40R-21 107V M+S VOL DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 117.5 in Length: 195.0 in Width: 76.1 in Height: 69.7 in Passenger Volume, F/M/R: 53/46/31 ft3 Cargo Volume, Behind F/M/R: 66/36/13 ft3 Curb Weight: 5124 lb C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 4.8 sec 100 mph: 12.0 sec 1/4-Mile: 13.4 sec @ 105 mph Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec. Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 5.2 sec Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 2.6 sec Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 3.4 sec Top Speed (gov ltd): 113 mph Braking, 70–0 mph: 181 ft Braking, 100–0 mph: 363 ft Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.80 g C/D FUEL ECONOMY Observed: 23 MPGe 75-mph Highway Driving, EV/Hybrid Mode: 49 MPGe/25 mpg 75-mph Highway Range, EV/Hybrid Mode: 25/470 mi EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/City/Highway, Hybrid Mode: 27/26/27 mpg Combined Gasoline + Electricity: 58 MPGe EV Range: 32 mi C/D TESTING EXPLAINED More Features and Specs
The Citizen
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
JAC unveils limited-edition T9 Hunter bakkie for SA market only
JAC Motors South Africa has just unveiled a new, limited-edition version of its T9 Hunter bakkie for the local market following a record-breaking endurance test at Gerotek. Looking for a new or used JAC? Find it here with CARmag! Not so long ago, Chinese automaker JAC embarked on setting a new record, involving a gruelling 24-hour endurance challenge, where the T9 bakkie was pushed far beyond typical road limits. The challenge, held at the Gerotek Testing Facility in Pretoria, saw a T9 2l CTi cover 4 084 km at an average speed of 170.1km/h over the period. This distance broke the previous 15-year-old record for commercial vehicles held by Isuzu. To celebrate this accomplishment, JAC is producing an exclusive run of only 24 T9 Hunter units. Each of these special bakkies will be individually numbered and will receive unique upgrades over the standard T9, including enhanced performance and comfort features. While full details are still under wraps, this limited production run is clearly designed to offer buyers a tangible piece of the T9's track success. Under the bonnet, the T9 Hunter retains the potent powertrain used in the record-breaking test (which is a stock, factory unit). This means a 2l intercooled turbo-diesel engine that generates 144kW of power and 487N.m of torque. Power is delivered through an eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox. Related: JAC T9 Bakkie Runs Non-Stop for 4 084 km to Set New SA 24-Hour Endurance Record Karl-Heinz Göbel, CEO of JAC Motors South Africa, notes that the launch of the T9 Hunter aligns perfectly with the brand's accelerating growth. 'Our sales figures reflect the increasing confidence customers have in our products,' Göbel stated. Indeed, T9 sales have seen a nearly 28% increase from January to May 2025 compared with the same period last year, while the popular T8 has surged by a massive 140%. The remainder of 2025 will see the brand introduce the T9 Plug-in Hybrid, marking its entry into the electrified bakkie market. This will be followed by the arrival of the T6 single-cab, catering to a more utility-focused segment. Additionally, engine updates are planned for both the T8 and X200 models, promising improved performance and efficiency across the lineup. Click here and browse thousands of new and used vehicles here with CARmag! The post JAC Unveils Limited Edition T9 Hunter Bakkie for SA Market Only appeared first on CAR Magazine. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal.
Motor Trend
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
2025.5 Volvo XC90 T8 AWD First Test: Simpler, Swifter, Better
Pros B transmission mode a great quasi-one-pedal option Ample EV power for around-town cruising Reasonable day-trip range and overnight recharging Cons Abrupt engine engagement in Hybrid mode Front-biased power challenges traction Laggy screens We've heaped a ton of praise on the second-gen Volvo XC90 luxury three-row SUV, from crowning it our 2016 SUV of the Year to marveling at its continued viability nine years later, when it was ostensibly meant to be replaced by the all-electric EX90. Well, it's still here, we've driven all its variants, tested the midgrade B6 trim, and now strapped our gear to the range-topping T8 plug-in hybrid version. Have we found a hole in this SUV's armor this time around? 0:00 / 0:00 Simpler Not really. This 2025.5 model is the automotive epitome of working smarter, not harder. Its powertrain is vastly simplified and at the same time measurably better at its job. When we first praised the T8, its powertrain comprised a four-cylinder engine that was assisted by not just a turbocharger and belt-driven supercharger, but also a mild hybrid helper motor sitting just ahead of the transmission, with a more powerful second motor powering the rear wheels. Nowadays, that same basic 2.0-liter turbo makes about the same output sans supercharger. And despite ditching its 46-hp/111-lb-ft helper motor, swapping in a 143-hp/228-lb-ft motor in the rear (replacing an 87-hp/177-lb-ft unit), and roughly doubling the size of its battery, total system power jumps from 400 hp and 442 lb-ft to 455 hp and 523 lb-ft. Gotta love modern math. (Cake icing: Doubling the battery size apparently offset the weight of the supercharger and front motor, as this '25.5 T8 Ultra weighed precisely the same 5,132 pounds as the 2017 T8 Inscription range-topper we tested, while improving front/rear distribution by a percentage point, to 51/49.) Swifter In lieu of that supercharger, the new engine employs the Miller cycle. This efficiency booster is where the engine runs a high mechanical compression ratio that's offset by leaving the intake valves open during part of the compression stroke, reducing the negative work on the crank and effective compression, while allowing a full expansion ratio. (This trick is called Atkinson cycle until you bolt on a turbo or supercharger; then it's a Miller cycle). The hole-shot launch doesn't improve that much, so the 0–60 time only drops by a tenth—to 4.9 seconds—but at the quarter mile the new car is half a second and 8.8 mph out in front of the older one, at 13.4 seconds and 105.9 mph. Less Grippy? Tire compounds may have changed over the past eight years, because the tire sidewall markings suggest they're similar and yet an identical, better distributed curb weight resulted in a 6-foot longer 60-mph stopping distance (a still quite respectable 121 feet), a less tenacious 0.80 g of maximum lateral grip (down from 0.84), and a 1.1-second-slower figure-eight lap (differences in stability-control programming likely account for some of this time difference). Under the conditions where you'd have an opportunity to observe these differences, you'll likely be laser focused on an impending emergency. In normal driving, this new XC90 feels as poised and adroit as ever. It's also worth noting that the 295-/228-lb-ft front/rear torque split led to the occasional front-wheel peel on damp roads, especially in turns, before traction control kicked in. A Genuine PHEV Many plug-in hybrids over the past decade have struck us as disingenuous tax-incentive grabs. Vehicles with short EV ranges and insufficient electric oomph to support normal driving can end up being way worse for the environment than a purely combustion version of the same vehicle if they result in multiple cold starts in any given trip, because cold starts account for the vast majority of a vehicle's controlled emissions. Here, with 143 hp and 228 lb-ft of rear-drive power on tap, it's possible to accomplish all your normal around-town driving in EV mode. Volvo facilitates this with a setting that lets the XC90 start in Pure (EV) mode, in which case the engine only starts if you floor the accelerator, depressing the 'kick-down' switch. Even in Hybrid mode, a variable line on the power meter clearly indicates the point at which the engine will engage. And after a day or so of gentle driving, a full battery indicated 35 miles of EV range (3 more than the EPA rating). That's darned close to the 39.7 miles the DOT says is the nationwide daily average for drivers. Those looking to exercise all 455 horses and 523 lb-ft may notice that during part-throttle acceleration, the transition can be somewhat abrupt, surging noticeably as the ICE wakes up. Great One-Pedal Idea for Two-Driver Households There are no shift paddles or screen menu options that adjust one-pedal driving. Those who like this feature will adopt a habit of double-tapping the Orrefors crystal shifter to engage B mode, while occasional users who do not like it need never struggle to disable it. One slight drawback is that one-pedal devotees must remember that feature never works in reverse. B-mode regen is roughly aligned with the middle setting in three-level adjustable systems. Complaints? The updated Google-based UX looks nice and adds functionality, but screen response can be laggy, raising the question whether the new tech stack's reach has exceeded the legacy electrical architecture's grasp. We still wish the lovely center and driver screens offered more data for us to consume—you know, like Springsteen laments: '57 channels and nothin' on.' Bottom Line Maybe a future test of the entry B5 version will give us a chance to really complain about a Volvo XC90, but don't count on it. This remains a very well thought-out luxury three-row SUV, and at $74,295 for the entry Core model, it's a decent value in the segment. No wonder the XC90 remains the top pick amongst Luxury 3-Row SUVs and Luxury 3-Row Hybrid SUVs in MotorTrend's Ultimate Car Rankings. And unlike some PHEVs like the Mazda CX-90 that make their electric motors spin through the gas engine's transmission, the XC90's powerful rear motor spins a single reduction-gear drive as in a proper EV, making this a great 'training EV,' providing weekday electric driving plus 530 miles of carefree weekend range. Maybe buy this one now, and plan to trade it in on an EX90, which itself may still seem equally fresh years down the line.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
PGA Championship 2025 odds, betting, lines: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy favorites to win year's second major
The 2025 PGA Championship tees off Thursday at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Scottie Scheffler (+450 at BetMGM) is the slight favorite to win. Scheffler, the No. 1 ranked player in the world, is coming off a fourth-place finish at the Masters and a dominating win two weeks ago at the Byron Nelson. He has yet to win a PGA Championship but finished tied for second in 2023 and T8 last year. Rory McIlroy ended his decade-plus majors drought and won the Masters in April, beating Justin Rose in a playoff after losing the lead down the stretch. McIlroy (+500) has the second-best odds to win the tournament at BetMGM and is the only other player in single digits. Scheffler and McIlroy are followed on the odds board by Bryson DeChambeau (11-1) and Justin Thomas (18-1). Thomas has won two PGA Championships — the last one coming in 2022 — but has failed to make the cut in five of his last nine major appearances. DeChambeau was two shots off the lead heading into the final round at the Masters, but shot a final-round 75 to finish fifth. Xander Schauffele (20-1) is the defending champion and is tied for the fifth-best odds with Jon Rahm. Jordan Spieth (50-1), Dustin Johnson (100-1) and Phil Mickelson (300-1) are a few former major winners with longer odds.
