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Volvo XC90 Estate 2.0 B5D [235] Inscription 5dr AWD Geartronic

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	COMMON RAIL
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Diesel
Engine Capacity - CC	1969
Trim	Inscription
Price	£62,200
Engine Power - BHP	235
Acceleration	7.6
Top Speed	112 mph
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	184
Length	4953 mm
Width	2008 mm
Height	1776 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	302 l
Minimum Kerbweight	2101 kg

Driver Convenience

12.3" Active TFT crystal driver's instrument display
9" centre console portrait touch screen
Adjustable steering wheel force
Bluetooth hands free telephone connection
Drive mode settings
Driver alert control with lane keeping aid
Driver assistance (pilot assist and adaptive cruise control)
Driver awareness - Blind spot information system with steer assist, cross traffic alert with autobrake and rear collision warning and mitigation
Emergency call service
Front and rear park assist
Handsfree power tailgate opening and closing
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Remote engine start
Sensus navigation with European mapping and traffic information
Service interval indicator
Speed limiter
Speed sensitive steering
Trip computer
Voice activated control for key functions
Volvo on call

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

8 speed automatic transmission with start/stop + manual change functions
All wheel drive system
Touring chassis

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 headlight levelling system
Automatic LED Headlights + Active high beam incorporating daytime running lights
Body colour bumpers
Chrome Front and Rear Bumper plus Lower Side Mouldings
Chrome window surround
Colour coordinated auto folding and heated power door mirrors
Dual integrated exhaust pipes
Front and rear power windows
Heated washer nozzles
Home safe and approach lighting
Integrated roof rails in silver
Matt silver front grille with chrome detailing
Puddle lights
Rain sensor with automatic windscreen wiper activation
Rear side wing doors
Rear wash/wipe with intermittent wipe setting
Roof antenna
Roof spoiler
Visible VIN plate

Interior Features

12V socket front tunnel console, rear passenger compartment and cargo area
2 seat bench in 3rd row
3 seat bench in 2nd row
A-pillar parking ticket holder
Ambient door and instrument panel lighting
B Pillar ventilation
Bright metal luggage threshold
Cargo divider with grocery bag holder
Centre console cupholders and storage
Driver's side lower dashboard storage compartment
Front and rear door pocket and front cupholder illumination
Front footwell and side step illumination
Front headrests
Front seat cushion extensions
Heated front seats
Height/reach adjustable steering column
Illuminated front and rear tread plates
Illuminated luggage compartment
Illuminated tailgate
Illuminated vanity mirrors + ticket holder
Illumination lockable glovebox compartment
Integrated sun curtains in rear doors
Load protection net
Luxury floor mats
Multicolour theatre lighting
Orrefors Crystal gear lever knob
Outboard armrest with cupholder and storage for third row passengers
Power driver seat with multi directional lumbar support and memory for seat and exterior mirrors
Power folding 2nd row headrests
Power passenger seat with multi directional lumbar support and memory
Rear footwell and side step illumination
Rear headrests
Semi automatic load cover
Single front passenger seat
Underfloor cargo storage

Passive Safety

7 three point seatbelts
City safety includes pedestrian, cyclist and large animal detection and front collision warning with full auto brake
Drivers knee airbag
Dual stage driver/passenger airbags
First aid kit
Front seats SIPS airbags
Hill descent control
Hill start assist
IC (Inflatable Curtains) - Full Length
Passenger airbag cut-off switch
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
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 (includes keyless entry and keyless start) with remote tag
Locking wheel nuts
Private locking for glovebox and tailgate

Trim

Tailored instrument panel and door tops

Wheels

Tempa spare wheel and jack

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	184
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	202
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	180

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	36.6
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	40.9
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	34.8
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	40.9
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	42.1
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	48.6
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	31.3
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	34
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	34.4
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	42.1

General

AdBlue	Yes
Generation Mark	2
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	41E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	8
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	97
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	87
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	72
NCAP Safety Assist %	100
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	18000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	7.6
Engine Power - BHP	235
Engine Power - RPM	4000
Engine Torque - NM	480
Engine Torque - RPM	1750
Top Speed	112 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	Yes
Tyre Size Front	275/45 R20
Tyre Size Rear	275/45 R20
Tyre Size Spare	SPACE SAVER
Wheel Style	10 SPOKE
Wheel Type	20" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1776 mm
Length	4953 mm
Wheelbase	2984 mm
Width	2008 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2140 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	71
Gross Vehicle Weight	2840 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1856 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	302 l
Max. Loading Weight	739 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	2700
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	2101 kg
No. of Seats	7
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.8 m

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