Average Reliability

2021 Volvo S90 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

2nd Generation (SPA) ยท 2.0L Drive-E B5 FWD mild hybrid 247hp / 2.0L Drive-E T6 AWD 316hp / 2.0L T8 Twin Engine PHEV AWD 400hp ยท $36,000 - $60,000

Known Issues โ€” 2021 Volvo S90

MODERATE

T6 turbo oil return line seeping

MODERATE

T8 PHEV battery degradation

MODERATE

Sensus infotainment freeze or slow response

MINOR

48V mild hybrid fault codes

MINOR

Air suspension compressor noise cold start

MINOR

Panoramic sunroof wind buffeting at speed

What to Inspect

  • Check T6 turbo return line for seepage
  • On T8 โ€” test EV range
  • Test Sensus infotainment stability
  • Check 48V mild hybrid fault codes
  • Test air suspension in all modes
  • Test panoramic sunroof at highway speed

Expected Maintenance Costs

Service Interval Cost
Oil change (synthetic) every 10,000 miles $120-$160
Spark plugs every 45,000 miles $200-$320
Brake fluid flush every 2 years $100-$150
Transmission fluid service every 50,000 miles $250-$380
T8 PHEV battery inspection every 40,000 miles $150-$300
Air suspension service every 50,000 miles $200-$400
Coolant flush every 50,000 miles $130-$200

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