The Volvo V90 T6 Shows How Lightness Matters More than Size - One Take 

GO TO SWEDEN! :)

Especially supercharged. Turbocharged wagons 🧚

Volvo just cancelled the v60 and v90 in America :(

Words of wisdom, as a driver that drives more than 300km or about 200miles per day as average, these are the best possible choice, better than SUV and 5person family as us, even more better

He said that before

my gf said the same the other night

MrTruth111 🤔🤨🤦🏻‍♂️☺️👍🏻

Yup

I think it is 2 inches longer than my old Chrys 300. And the same diff for folded back seat length.

5 cylinders 🤘🤘

let's not forget the v8 in s80 and xc90

3 cylinder like the new Koenigsegg

@@o0260o Volvo have its own 3 cylinder 1.5T, at least in EU.

Just be glad 3 cylinders wasn't the next evolution

Inline 5. For heritage

@@NatoriousGamePlay inline 6(White block) is heritage too. Way more low end torque too.

Like the OG 960

While I agree that this sexy long hood deserves an I6 underneath it, Volvo is a small company now, and as regulations get more complex and more strict, Volvo likely can't justify the R&D and tooling to make a 2nd engine. 😢

Exactly. Took them forever to go to double wishbone, now a 4?

I just want a bmw e46 without a sunroof. Those things weigh 74 lbs, but virtually every US car has one.

How much did a remap cost?

you can get a polestar tune that remaps the trans and give you more power

Aftermarket website called hiltontuning.com can take care of this. Tuned my S60R twice through them. Well respected in the Volvo community.

@@theguy3112 Hilton Tuning doesn't have anything for SPA-platform vehicles.

I optimized mine with the Polestar, it was agile before, it is a beast now, the gas mileage drops though, when you select drive mode “Polestar Engineered”

It shift's properly he's used to Performance cars.

if only it still had the b5254(5 cylinder)

@@2JZDestroyer love the sound of 5 cylinders. Made the Volvo (and Audi) distinctive..

And if China didn’t own them

@@2JZDestroyer That engine was great but was too old. The I5 deserved a new variant.

@@MrCarGuy you took the words out of my head , maybe if they twin charged it and gave it an anti lag system. nevermind that would move the platform too far up market to be feasible

Mark Kibbe but it should have the gearbox software as standard. Massive rip-off to charge to sort the standard cars shortcomings. I’ve got a 2019 diesel V90. The gearbox is the weakest part of the car by far

@@Bottomburbsburnbums Agreed that it should be standard, especially on the R-Design. The car with the Polestar tune is how the base car should be programmed, and the optional Polestar tune should be more enthusiast-based with even more aggressive software that gets the most they can out of the hardware. I thought the gearbox was decent, but I am used to driving a P2 XC90 V8 with the atrocious 6-speed auto that has 2-second shift times and really tall gearing, so the 8 speed feels like a dual-clutch by comparison. But it could (and should) be better.

is it? i rather like the XC90, the design is excellent

@@ogmechsftw The design in this is just as excellent and this is way more enjoyable to drive.

In my opinion, the only reason to get the XC90 is if you need the third row of seats. The V90 is incredible. (Source: me, I own a V90 CC)

@@rebekahwood62 CC and Inscription are totally different cars, I've driven both one has a stiffer ride (CC) the other is pure luxury and power

NibbleSnarph You will love it

Check it out in Passion Red. Gorgeous car

I own one. My favorite car ever. I've had a string of 5-series wagons, and this beats them all.

Driven it several times. I am lucky to usually getting upgraded with car rentals and I have driven this on the US and Canadian highways as well as in the UK and Germany. It is a great car and I can only recommend it. Reliability wise it would be better than an Audi or BMW as well. And the aesthetics of this car are just really pleasing, and I never got tired of it.

I love mine!! I’ve had a V90 CC and it is incredible!

@Blue Steel If you look at the vehicles that sell the most you are absolutely correct most are right below 200HP. The problem I believe is manufacturers limit the HP for fuel economy standards instead of tuning the engine which could deliver more power and get better milage. By that I mean develop the torque curve as low as possible in the RPM range; giving the driver a better feel of acceleration while also creating a system where the driver does not ring the engine out in order to move. Less RPMs means less fuel consumption. No matter what a 300 HP engine uses the same amount of fuel; doesn't matter how many cylinders, or how it is generated either by turbo or supercharger or naturally.

Правильно заметили. На большой скорости гоняют только юноши. Приличное поколение любит ездить с комфортом.

CasterTown autos are fine. This one just sucks lol.

CasterTown that’s why everything needs a CVT

It’s a family hauler not a sports car. Automatics are perfectly serviceable for nearly all intended uses.

ervin nothing more boring rubbery junk than a CVT, nobody has fun with that. give me a decent DCT or just a simple manual

@@ervin7178 Wtf is wrong with you

Yeah I was very skeptical when I heard about that award. Hard to imagine this will be cheaper to own all in than an es300 lexus or something similar.

here in sweden theyre holding value like any other luxury car

Especially if you drive it like this selfish jerk. Nice role model, going twice or thrice the speed limit on public roads. All of that "resale value" and cost of ownership bs is worthless. Sponsored nonsense. Buy something cheaper and the money stays in your pocket in the first place.

Why you are always driving too fast on public roads ? Whats the reason?

Colorado?

That's unfortunate to hear re: the mileage. I'm interested in a V90 CC T6 -- mind if I ask what are you getting for MPG's, city/hwy?

@@lebowski97 Spring highway driving in Comfort mode (default mode) - I can barely get 9.4 l/100 kms (equals about 25 mpg) @110 - 120 km/hour. In the City (again in comfort mode) I average (Spring) about 14 - 15L/100 kms (16 - 17 mpg). In winter it was even worse. It's due for service soon, so I'll get it checked out - when I first got it, the mileage was better - but never close to advertised. In Polestar Mode - it's even thirstier (but fun). Note: I'm on the low end of the scale for mileage if you check out forums. Should be getting closer to 30 mpg on highway and 24 in the City.

Old Papa that’s... wow. My 02 BMW 540i (a 4.4L V8) gives me 16mpg city and 24mpg highway. This isn’t a brag for my old ass car at all, but more so just me being shocked at those numbers.

Daniel Stewart I’m definitely on the low end of fuel mileage so need to get it checked out whenever I can. But even new, the mileage wasn’t close to estimates - the only way I ever got into the 8’s (L/100 Kms) range on the highway was in ECO mode. I downsized into this car so expected better mileage. Don’t get me wrong though, it’s a nice car I’m just filling it up more than I would have expected. On the plus side, in Polestar mode it is fun to drive (and makes good sounds, IMO). Fit and finish is very good - it’s a very solid car.

Old Papa - appreciate that feedback on the Polestar optimization as I’m really considering it for mine

The Polestar Engineered tuning from the dealer might help and update your transmission’s software!

The Polestar tune makes a huge difference. While still not perfect, it really improves the way the transmission behaves and makes the car a lot more responsive and fun to drive. I drove a non-Polestar Package V90 R-Design back to back with a Polestar Pack-equipped R-Design V90 (no other differences between the two, both T6 AWD cars on 19" wheels and steel springs) and the difference was a lot bigger than I expected.

@@SegerGiesbers Mines already Polestar Engineered....so no same deal its really just not a great transmission, they should have put the ZF in it.

Adam Crain I know what you mean! But I meant more like Mark is saying. It improves the standard box

The gearbox is the same Aisin unit as 4-cylinder Camry. What do you expect?

yeah, no diesels in the US, especially after the VAG fiasco.

Do both!

I prefer the One Takes but can learn a lot on the podcasts, depending who is on.

mine too its as close as they've gotten to the p2 v70's stylistically in a loooong time, its a welcome return to form.

@rockn roll Probably because we can't get people out of their lifted SUV's and pick up trucks that will never be used for their intended purpose.

@@dekoldrick Trust me, Americans use their SUV's and pick ups as intended, far more than any European.....

@rockn roll I was more talking about the stupidity of crossovers. Things like Fiat 500's on stilts, that are still only FWD. And of course, other cars like that. In the USA, your SUV's and pickups, tend to be 4WD, and can actually still be used offroad. Our crossovers, on the other hand, can't be used offroad, they are purely road cars, they only look like a 4x4. Yes, it's as stupid as it sounds.

TLX

Bring the Subaru Levorg to America

Congratulations! Aisin gearbox?

Volvos suspensions have improved. The 850 R and s70 sporty cars were harsh over bumps and did this weird dance at the rear end in corners around bumps. But that characteristic is even in the last generation's Volvos, where they seem to side step over ruts and bumps in corners. It was a particular body movement characteristic. The new ones just shrugs them off. While the new ones wearing the largest tires may not absorb the biggest bumps and ruts as well as some other makes, they do a lot better than older Volvos. I feel, despite the smaller engines and compromises in the transmissions, Volvo is making their absolutely best cars now. I wish they'd tighten up on reliability but past Volvos have been a pain in the butt too in terms of reliability. I think a bit more fine tuning of the suspension and they equal the German cars. Maybe a tip higher in terms of interior materials as well. They're getting close to the Germans. Closer than they've ever been.

Jarek Nowak yeah TF81, Volvo ceased manual gearboxes accross the line

​@@jareknowak8712 es

The hell is a wrist axe?

True. And V90 is not the best city car by any means. At least not in Europe.

Most people buying this care more about the ride. It's a luxury wagon and they don't want to hear the engine much. Handling next and transmission shifting last. But it is good to get an enthusiast's point of view of what Volvo can improve on.

I6 - not gonna happend. Only I4 in this car.

Then you won't get one. It's not going to happen. They are going hybrid and then electric. But I agree, the current gen of Volvos are quite nice.

James Carter - agree on both counts re: car and watch 👍🏼

Not in terms of torque steer or turning circle or weight which affects handling. I know people are in love with more cylinders and they're smoother sounding, but the 4 has advantages. And I say this owning a 6 cylinder turbo s80. The turning circle is awful and the torque steer is strong at times.

@@benjaminsmith2287 drove a S60 polestar and it wasn't that bad something I could live with. Great highway car

Chinese car🤣

@@odiespankers07 i test drove a 2015 V60 Polestar it was used and decent price, definitely a great car but i think felt heavier than 3500-3800 lbs..

@@odiespankers07 well yea I know that existed, but I meant on the new generation. The T8 is too heavy and bulky, like said in the video, it doesn't feel sporty the same way even a normal T6 R line does.

Yep. I have an S90 T6 Inscription now and am working with Burger to develop a JB4 for the car. I have the first working one on mine right now. It hauls ass, and we're finding out a lot with these logs. :)

@@DivaniKingston Bro, you have to make a video once its finished!

Yes.... Or a Ute

Ipd is probably on it

No.

They streamlined their engine line to just one 2.0 4 cylinder to hold them over until electric is mainstream. They add supercharging or hybridization to it when they want more power

@@karbuckle8294 in fact in EU they have also 3 cylinder engine. 1.5T.

They stopped making 5 and 6 cylinder engines about 4 years ago.

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yes but a civic is alot smaller, has much less insolation and fetures

that statistic includes depreciation.

Jeff Gluck they are

I think the Germans are staid when it comes to styling. There's a bit of interesting style to the new Audis on the inside, but there is a lot of screen in them too. I just like to see something different. An Audi, BMW or Mercedes just isn't special to me. They are as common as Hondas and Toyotas. And sure, an M or RS Audi or AMG Mercedes are great, totally refined road machines. But to only those that know about them, which aren't that many people. Don't laugh but I'm finding Kia, Genesis and Hyundai making the most interesting new designs, if not the most refined cars. But they're improving.

Yes my V90 has Polestar tuning, worth every cent!

I own a Cross Country and it is floatier and rolls a bit. That said, it is super comfortable and gives you lots of feel if you drive enthusiastically down a twisty road.

V90 rules

Blue Steel it’s rubbery in terms of the steering feel and drivetrain lash. Obviously the X5 isn’t a 4 cylinder but the build/material quality is disappointing from a family who’s had Volvos since 86

This year will mark the first time we won’t be replacing a Volvo with another. Dads going to go with a diesel 7 or a Lexus LX570 and just drive the wheels off it

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