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Volvo V90 Estate 2.0 B6P R DESIGN 5dr AWD Auto

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1969
Trim	R DESIGN
Price	£55,575
Engine Power - BHP	300
Acceleration	6.2
Top Speed	112 mph
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	182
Length	4945 mm
Width	1895 mm
Height	1478 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	714 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1868 kg

Driver Convenience

12.3" Progressive Driver Display
9" centre console touch screen
Adjustable steering wheel force
Bluetooth Handsfree Phone Connection
Drive mode settings
E-call
Google automotive services - Enabled entertainment apps, navigation with google maps, voice recognition with google assistant
Lane keep assist with driver alert control
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Power operated tailgate
Speed limiter
Speed sensitive steering
Volvo on call
Wireless/Inductive Mobile Phone Charging

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

8 speed automatic transmission with start/stop + manual change functions

Entertainment

DAB Radio (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
Steering wheel remote infotainment controls

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights with high level LED brake lights
Auto dimming interior + exterior mirrors
Automatic headlamp levelling
Automatic LED Headlights + Active high beam incorporating daytime running lights
Colour coordinated auto folding and heated power door mirrors
Dark tinted windows for rear side windows and cargo area
Front and rear power windows
High gloss black door mirrors and window surround
High gloss black lower front bumper
High gloss black mesh front grille with silk metal surround
High gloss black rear bumper deco
Home safe and approach lighting
Integrated roof rails in high gloss black
Puddle lights in exterior door handles
Rain sensor with automatic windscreen wiper activation
Rear LED lights with sequential indicators
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Roof antenna
Roof spoiler
Visible VIN plate

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 spoke leather steering wheel with chrome trim
A-pillar parking ticket holder
Ambient door and instrument panel lighting
B Pillar ventilation
Bright metal luggage threshold
Cargo divider with grocery bag holder
Center Console Cupholders and Storage
Charcoal headlining
Driver's side lower dashboard storage compartment
Extended front seat cushions
Front 12V socket tunnel console and cargo area
Front centre armrest storage illumination
Front footwell and side step illumination
Front head restraints
Front/rear door pockets and front cupholder illumination
Front/rear reading lights
Heated front seats
Height/reach adjustable steering column
Illuminated front and rear tread plates
Illuminated glovebox
Illuminated luggage compartment
Illuminated tailgate
Illuminated vanity mirrors + ticket holder
Integrated sun curtains in rear doors
Isofix system on outer rear seats
Load cover
Load protection net
Off-black finish in steering wheel
Power driver seat with memory for seat and exterior mirrors
Power Folding Rear Seat Backrests and Headrests
Rear armrest with storage + cupholders
Rear footwell and side step illumination
Single passenger seat
Ski hatch
Sport pedals
Sports floor mats
Sports leather gear knob
Sports tailored steering wheel
Underfloor cargo storage
Versatile split folding rear seat - 60/40

Packs

Driver assist pack - V90

Passive Safety

3x3 point rear seatbelts
Active bonnet
City safety with steering support with Pedestrian + cyclist + front collision warning with full auto brake and rear auto brake
Drivers knee airbag
Dual stage driver/passenger airbags
Front seats SIPS airbags
Hill start assist
IC (Inflatable Curtains) - Full Length
Passenger airbag cut-off device
Power parking brake with auto hold function
Road sign information display
Run off Road Mitigation
Run off Road Protection
Seatbelt reminder and pretensioners for all seats
SIPS (Side Impact Protection System)
Slippery road and hazard light alert
Stability and Traction Control with Spin control, Engine Drag Control and Corner Traction Control
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Vehicle deceleration control with Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake Distribution and Emergency Brake Assist
Warning triangle and first aid kit
WHIPS whiplash protection system - front

Security

Anti-theft alarm including immobiliser/volume sensor + level sensor
Care key with user defined top speed
Key integrated remote control central locking + fuel flap with deadlocking system and auto open/close power windows
Keyless drive with Keyless entry and start
Locking wheel nuts
Private locking for tailgate

Trim

Metal mesh inlays
Tailored Instrument Panel and Door Tops with Contrast Stitching

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	182
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	197
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	182

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1969
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	8 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	32.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	35.3
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	33.6
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	37.6
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	38.1
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	42.7
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	22.6
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	23.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	32.8
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	35.7

General

Generation Mark	1
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	41E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	8
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	6.2
Engine Power - BHP	300
Engine Power - RPM	5400
Engine Torque - NM	420
Engine Torque - RPM	2100
Top Speed	112 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	255/40 R19
Tyre Size Rear	255/40 R19
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	5 SPOKE
Wheel Type	19" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1478 mm
Length	4945 mm
Wheelbase	2941 mm
Width	1895 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2019 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	60
Gross Vehicle Weight	2450 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1517 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	714 l
Max. Loading Weight	582 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	2200
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1868 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.6 m

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